Tina Foster
Summary
Dynamic LPN with a proven track record at Mendon Pediatrics, excelling in patient care and communication. Skilled in vital signs monitoring and compassionate support, I enhanced patient experiences and trained new staff, fostering a collaborative environment. Committed to ethical practice and continuous improvement in healthcare delivery.
Professional nurse with robust clinical experience, adept at providing high-quality patient care in medical office settings. Skilled in patient assessment, administering medications, and maintaining accurate health records. Strong focus on team collaboration, adaptability, and achieving optimal patient outcomes. Recognized for reliability, compassion, and effective communication skills.
Overview
11
11
years of professional experience
Work History
LPN Office Nurse
Mendon Pediatrics
10.2021 - Current
- Developed strong rapport with patients and their families, fostering trust and open communication during sensitive medical situations.
- Improved patient experience by providing compassionate and attentive nursing services in a busy office setting.
- Assisted in maintaining a clean and organized office environment by performing housekeeping tasks such as disposing of biohazardous waste, sanitizing exam rooms, and restocking supplies as needed.
- Supported new employees during orientation periods by serving as a knowledgeable resource on office policies, procedures, documentation requirements.
- Vitals, Triage, Immunizations, PCR testing, In Office Testing, Order Supplies, Niox, Spirometry.
Day Program Specialist
Bridges For Brain Injury
07.2021 - 01.2024
- Cofacilitated educational workshops aimed at improving life skills such as budgeting, nutrition awareness, or time management techniques.
- Supported clients in achieving personal goals by providing guidance during skill-building exercises and workshops.
- Provided crisis intervention services when necessary, collaborating with appropriate professionals to ensure client safety and wellbeing.
- Took individuals out in the community for outings
- Assisted them with daily activities to promote independence.
Health and Wellness Director
Seneca Lake Terrace
11.2020 - 08.2021
- Oversaw ongoing professional development opportunities for staff members to stay current on industry trends and best practices.
- Developed comprehensive health education materials for diverse populations, promoting preventive healthcare practices.
- Established strategic partnerships with community organizations to provide accessible healthcare options for underserved populations.
- Increased overall employee productivity through the development and execution of targeted wellness initiatives.
- Scheduling of staff
- worked with Physicians and Pharmacy to ensure care and medications for residents
- Set up in house vaccine clinics
Lead LPN
Flacra
04.2014 - 10.2020
- Improved patient outcomes by administering medications, monitoring vital signs, and documenting relevant information.
- Cared for wounds, provided treatments, and assisted with procedures.
- Assisted with admissions, appointments, transfers, and discharges.
- Collaborated with interdisciplinary healthcare teams to ensure continuous quality improvement in patient care delivery.
- Trained new staff
- Worked with Physicians and Nurse Practitioner's to develop a detox plan
- Controlled Substance Medication Destructions
- Weekly evaluations of Nursing Staff
- Daily COW'S and CIWA to determine withdrawal symptoms
Education
Practical Nursing - Nursing
Wayne Finger Lakes Boces
Newark, NY08-2012
Skills
- Clinical judgment
- Vital signs monitoring
- HIPAA compliance
- Immunization administration
- Phlebotomy techniques
- Healthcare software proficiency
- Nursing documentation
- Leadership qualities
- Ethical practice
- Motivational interviewing
- Medication administration
- Direct patient care
- Appointment scheduling
- Compassion and empathy
- Incoming call reception
- Supply management
- Sanitation standards
Timeline
LPN Office Nurse
Mendon Pediatrics
10.2021 - Current
Day Program Specialist
Bridges For Brain Injury
07.2021 - 01.2024
Health and Wellness Director
Seneca Lake Terrace
11.2020 - 08.2021
Lead LPN
Flacra
04.2014 - 10.2020
Practical Nursing - Nursing
Wayne Finger Lakes Boces
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