Tanya Quesenberry
Springfield,MO
Summary
Proficient and caring team member offering over 17 years of diverse experience bridging healthcare and technology. Addresses patient and team needs with compassionate care and attention to detail. Diligent about maximizing satisfaction, safety and wellness while serving people of all backgrounds. Tackles new tasks with confidence and solution-focused approach utilizing available resources.
Overview
17
17
years of professional experience
Work History
LPN- Telehealth Clinical Technician
Department Of Veterans Affairs
1850 W Republic Rd
03.2019 - Current
- Increase nursing team cohesiveness through open communication and active participation in staff meetings and committees such as High Reliability Organization, the Telehealth Newspaper, and the Telehealth Taskforce.
- Assessing patients' vital signs and health condition, recorded in electronic medical records and reporting any abnormal findings to physician or RN, continue to monitor and report/intervene as needed.
- Support physicians during telehealth examinations by both monitoring addressing patient's needs and maintaining the telehealth equipment by troubleshooting when necessary.
- Respond to patient needs and requests with appropriate clinical and personal assistance.
- Schedule patients for location specific telehealth modalities including CVT and SFT.
- Train providers, nurses, AMSAs, and patients in conducting, scheduling, policies, and capturing workload in Telehealth appointments both in person and virtually per National Guidelines as a CVT Preceptor.
- Troubleshoot/manipulate Telehealth equipment, software, and peripheral devices to optimize appointment outcome.
- Document accurate and complete patient information to address patient problems and expected outcomes.
- Adhere to treatment plan instructions when administering medications and treatments to patients including but not limited to assisting with running the drive through influenza vaccine clinic.
- Collaborated with interdisciplinary team of healthcare and social service providers to address patients' needs through effective intervention and care planning.
- Maintained accurate documentation of all relevant clinical data, ensuring compliance with regulatory standards.
- Circulated assigned department to check inventory of supplies needed for the following week including cleaning/sanitation supplies, thermometer probes, EKG leads, shaver heads and etcetera.
- Maintained/updated department specific spreadsheets such as cleaning/maintenance log.
- Provide inservice trainings for any updates with telehealth technology and policies.
- Conducted peer audits monthly to assist with process improvement.
LPN/ Telehealth Clinical Technician
Department Of Veterans Affairs
Indianapolis, IN
03.2016 - 03.2019
- Coordinated and provided quality patient care through SFT and CVT programs working closely with patient's PACT team and referring patient to appropriate programs such as dietary/nutrition, Care Coordinated Home Telehealth, and etc.
- Provided patient care via telehealth modalities in multiple specialties including dermatology, retinal imaging, speech pathology, TBI, Mental Health, cardiology, MOVE, nutrition, presurgery/anesthesia, Ortho, and so on.
- Observed, documented, and reported any changes to patient's condition contributing to the patient's ongoing care plan.
- Attended Wound Care Training, performed wound care treatments using sterile techniques, promoting healing and preventing complications.
- Problem solving by troubleshooting and manipulating telehealth equipment to optimize patient's outcome.
- Scheduling and coordinating telehealth appointments.
- Maintain teleretinal and telederm imaging certifications.
- Utilized data lists to run reports of patients at risk for glaucoma, macular degeneration, and diabetic retinopathy offering to screen / image patients for these conditions to prevent vision loss.
- Provided administrative, educational, technical, and clinical support to CVT and SFT programs.
- Collaborated with VISN weekly to manage orphans to accurately capture workload credit.
- Collaborated with VISN to meet education compliance for telehealth department by running reports and documenting progress on tracking sheet.
- Strategically educated healthcare staff on telehealth modalities per national guidelines to ensure education compliance at local and national levels on strict deadline.
- Worked with Global med, IT and Biomed with troubleshooting equipment, articulating specific issues to assist with narrowing down specific issue, placing tickets for documenting and communicating issues.
- Assisted with installing software and hardware on CAS carts or Cisco machines as needed at CBOC locations.
- Performed phlebotomy, stored/processed specimens per lab guidelines.
LPN TCT
Department Of Veterans Affiars
Mount Vernon, MO
08.2012 - 03.2016
- Actively recruited patients to sign up for MHV and secure messaging, educating pts by articulating site content and demonstrating how to navigate program.
- Recieved Nationally mandated training for Teleretinal, Telederm, and CVT programs. Maintained educational requirements per national guidelines.
- Graduated CVT Master Preceptorship program, trained and recorded multiple healthcare staff and patients on telehealth modalities.
- Provided patient care via telehealth modalities in multiple specialties including dermatology, retinal imaging, speech pathology, TBI, Mental Health, cardiology, MOVE, nutrition, presurgery/anesthesia, Ortho, and so on.
- Schedule patients for location specific telehealth modalities including CVT and SFT.
- Obtained patient vital signs. Evaluated patient histories, complaints, and current symptoms, monitoring for change in health status and reporting any changes to RN and/or provider.
- Accurately recorded interactions in medical charts, documenting accidents and interventions applied.
- Minimized staff and patient infection risk by cleaning and disinfecting equipment instruments.
- Provided emotional support to patients and families during difficult times, fostering positive relationships built on trust and compassion.
- Adhered to treatment plan instructions when administering medications and treatments to patients.
- Worked with multidisciplinary team to carry out successful treatment plans for diverse acute and chronic conditions.
- Demonstrated adaptability in working with diverse patient populations and various healthcare specialties.
Photographer/Owner
Lilacs And Lace Photography
Springfield, Missouri
06.2013 - 12.2015
- Photographed high-quality images for various print and digital projects.
- Leveraged camera gear and equipment to express creative vision.
- Implemented creative marketing strategies such as social media promotions which resulted in a significant increase in client bookings.
- Delivered high-quality images under tight deadlines, demonstrating strong time management skills.
- Contributed to marketing materials with compelling visual content to increase brand awareness.
- Streamlined photo selection process for clients using online galleries and proofing systems.
- Digitally edited photos to enhance appearance using both Photoshop and Lightroom software.
- Built and maintained wordpress business website and blog
- Utilized natural and artificial lighting to capture desired images and maintain quality.
- Maintained engaging and responsive communication to future and existing clients and vendors to network and grow business.
- Mentored aspiring photographers through workshops and one-on-one training sessions, sharing valuable knowledge and experience.
- Conducted pre-shoot consultations to discuss clients'' needs and preferences for optimal results.
- Established a recognizable personal brand within the photography market through consistent style and quality workmanship.
- Utilized various types of camera equipment to capture best possible shots.
- Planned and prepared for on-location and studio shoots.
LPN
Medical Center For Federal Prisoners
Springfield, Missouri
02.2007 - 08.2012
- Performed nursing job duties in a secure environment
- Assisted correctional staff in maintaining secure environment.
- Assisted in the management of chronic health conditions by providing education, support, and follow-up care.
- Minimized staff and patient infection risk by cleaning and disinfecting equipment instruments.
- Contributed to continuous quality improvement efforts by identifying areas for potential growth within the nursing practice.
- Helped long-term care residents with bathing, dressing, feeding, and other daily living activities.
- Collaborated with interdisciplinary team of healthcare and social service providers to address patients' needs through effective intervention and care planning.
- Utilized time management skills to prioritize tasks effectively, allowing for efficient completion of daily responsibilities.
- Evaluated patient histories, complaints, and current symptoms.
- Supported physicians during examinations and scans to assist with diagnostic procedures.
- Administered medications and injections to patients.
- Monitored, tracked, and conveyed important patient information to healthcare staff to help optimize treatment planning and care delivery.
- Obtained patient vital signs and input/output measurements from inpatients.
- Accurately recorded interactions in medical charts, documenting accidents and interventions applied.
- Protected patients and healthcare team members from infection by sterilizing equipment and reusable supplies.
- Evaluated patients to identify and address wounds, behavioral concerns, and medically relevant symptoms.
- Offered immediate assistance in emergency and routine paging situations to evaluate needs and deliver care.
- Assessed patients' temperature, pulse, and blood pressure and recorded in electronic medical records.
- Provided patient education on health care issues and prescribed medications.
- Started IVs as ordered, and administed IV medications within scope of practice.
- Started and maintained NG feeding tubes, checking for placement, then provided gravity feedings per order, documenting procedure accurately in medical record.
- Maintained 24 hour feedings via feeding tube, troubleshooting and changing tubing per policy, documenting in medical record.
- Reduced wound infection rates through strict adherence to aseptic protocols and proper wound dressing procedures.
- Conducted regular assessments of patients' wounds to monitor progress and adjust treatment plans accordingly.
- Performed glucometer calibration and medication adminstration audits.
- Performed glucometer calibration
- Respond to medical and correctional emergencies.
- Maintained BLS and ACLS
Education
No Degree - Licensed Practical Nursing
07.2006
- Honor Roll 2005-2006
- Validictorian
- 4.0 GPA
- National Honor Society Member
High School Diploma -
05.1998
Skills
- CVT Preceptor since 2014
- Telederm Imager since 2014
- Teleretinal Imager since 2012
- TCT since 2012
Accomplishments
Multiple photography magazine publications
Validictorian of LPN nursing class with GPA 4.0
Member of Disaster Emergency Personnel System (DEMPS)
Nationally Certified CVT Preceptor
Timeline
LPN- Telehealth Clinical Technician - Department Of Veterans Affairs
03.2019 - Current
LPN/ Telehealth Clinical Technician - Department Of Veterans Affairs
03.2016 - 03.2019
Photographer/Owner - Lilacs And Lace Photography
06.2013 - 12.2015
LPN TCT - Department Of Veterans Affiars
08.2012 - 03.2016
LPN - Medical Center For Federal Prisoners
02.2007 - 08.2012
Kirksville Area Technical Center - No Degree, Licensed Practical Nursing
Trenton High School - High School Diploma,