Hi, I’m
Suzanne Corgard
Licenced Practical Nurse
Sheboygan,WI
Summary
Personable and empathetic individual with passion for patient care and well-being. Solid understanding of medical terminology and patient care procedures, along with proficiency in administering medication and wound care. Committed to delivering quality healthcare and enhancing patient outcomes through compassionate and efficient care.
Ready to use and develop skills in patient communication and basic clinical tasks in Licensed Practical/Vocational Nurse role.
Overview
29
years of professional experience
Work History
Northshore Health Centers- Morningside
Licensed Practical Nurse
07.2024 - 03.2025
Job overview
- Administered medications to residents as the sole nurse, ensuring accurate dosage and timely distribution.
- Responded to emergencies and provided first aid as necessary, demonstrating quick decision making and problem-solving skills as the sole nurse on duty.
- Cared for wounds, provided treatments, and assisted with procedures.
- Assisted with admissions, appointments, transfers, and discharges.
- Comforted and counseled resident's and families throughout care process.
- Ensured regulatory compliance by adhering to infection control protocols and maintaining accurate documentation of resident data.
Morningside Nursing Home
Certified Nursing Assistant
05.2021 - 01.2022
Job overview
- Exercised residents with restricted mobility to prevent muscle atrophy
- Transferred residents between beds, wheelchairs, and other locations
- Offered support, companionship, and stimulation with conversation and recreation
- Promoted independence while assisting with personal hygiene needs
- Kept residents comfortable with clean linens and well-stocked rooms
- Examined residents for bruises, wounds, and symptoms indicating medical needs
- Helped residents ambulate safely with proper mobility assistance
Aurora Sheboygan Medical Center
Anesthesia Technician
05.2015 - 03.2021
Job overview
- Stocked anesthesia carts with required medications and supplies
- Followed strict infection control protocols to maintain a sterile environment
- Troubleshoot technical issues with anesthesia machines and other equipment
- Documented patient information accurately in electronic medical records systems
- Cleaned and sterilized anesthesia instruments and equipment
- Maintained inventory levels of anesthesia medications, disposables, and equipment
- Responded immediately to OR room calls for assistance with supplies, pharmaceuticals, and blood products
- Prepared and started intravenous IV lines for patient use during surgical procedures
Aurora Sheboygan Memorial Medical Center
Certified Nursing Assistant
05.1996 - 05.2015
Job overview
- Assisted with activities of daily living to improve patient quality of life
- Performed light housekeeping tasks and ran errands
- Recorded patient heart rate, pulse, and blood pressure
- Promoted independence while assisting with personal hygiene needs
- Changed bed linen regularly to help prevent skin irritation
- Built friendly rapport with patients and delivered personalized care
- Worked alongside registered nursing staff and followed care plans
- Monitored patient conditions and reported problems to nursing staff
- Documented care actions, vitals, and orders in company software
- Managed time efficiently during shifts to prioritize tasks based on urgency level
Education
Lakeshore Technical CollegeCleveland, Wi
Associate of Science from Nursing
12.2023
Skills
- IV insertion techniques
- Mobility Assistance
- Care plan implementation
- Electronic Charting
- Direct Patient Care
- Foley Catheter Insertion
- Drug preparation
- Supplies Management
- HIPAA compliance
- Medication administration
- Physical assessment
Timeline
Licensed Practical Nurse
Northshore Health Centers- Morningside
07.2024 - 03.2025
Certified Nursing Assistant
Morningside Nursing Home
05.2021 - 01.2022
Anesthesia Technician
Aurora Sheboygan Medical Center
05.2015 - 03.2021
Certified Nursing Assistant
Aurora Sheboygan Memorial Medical Center
05.1996 - 05.2015
Lakeshore Technical College
Associate of Science from Nursing
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