Tori Lahanis
Evansville,IN
Summary
Energetic professional with one year of experience in industry. Well-rounded individual skillful in providing emotional support to patients and families, performing various diagnostic tests and administering medication. Considered valuable and hardworking employee by supervisors and peers. Seeking new opportunities to enhance my knowledge in the healthcare setting.
Overview
10
10
years of professional experience
Work History
Staff Nurse
Deaconess Midtown Hospital
Evansville, IN
05.2023 - Current
- Provided direct care for orthopedic patients including wound care, administering medications and injections, and assisting with rehabilitation exercises.
- Collaborated with a multidisciplinary team consisting of physicians, surgeons, therapists, case managers and other healthcare professionals to develop individualized care plans for each patient.
- Performed post-operative assessments on orthopedic patients following surgery to assess recovery status and evaluate effectiveness of prescribed treatments.
- Assessed and monitored vital signs of trauma patients.
- Provided postoperative care to neurosurgical patients.
Emergency Services Technician
Deaconess Gateway Hospital
Evansville, IN
12.2018 - 05.2023
- Maintained supplies in the Emergency Room including stocking shelves and disposing of outdated or expired items.
- Monitored patient conditions and communicated changes to nursing staff and physicians.
- Completed documentation for each patient encounter accurately and within established timeframes.
- Transported patients from the ER to other departments or units throughout the hospital as needed.
- Assisted with resuscitation efforts in life-threatening situations such as cardiac arrest or trauma cases.
- Provided patient care by taking vital signs, drawing blood specimens and obtaining urine samples.
Employee of Deaconess Hospital
Deaconess Hospital
Evansville, IN
03.2015 - Current
- I was a Patient Access Specialist in the following areas while at Deaconess: Diagnostics, Cashiers Office, Pre-Certification and the Emergency Room.
- In Patient Access, I held a second shift team lead position.
- Verified insurance coverage for services provided by the facility.
- Collected co-pays and other payments from patients at time of service.
- Assisted with scheduling outpatient appointments.
- Responded to patient inquiries regarding billing or financial matters.
- Performed pre-registration functions such as verifying demographic information, obtaining authorizations, and collecting deposits and co-payments.
- I was an Inpatient Phlebotomist for Deaconess Gateway and Deaconess Midtown.
- Collected blood samples in a safe and sanitary manner according to established procedures.
- Obtained specimens from adults, children, and infants for laboratory tests.
Life Enrichment Associate
Trilogy Health Services
Boonville, IN
08.2014 - 03.2015
- Organized recreational activities for seniors including exercise classes, arts and crafts, and games.
- Encouraged socialization among senior citizens through group activities and one-on-one conversations.
- Supported residents with mobility devices such as wheelchairs, walkers, canes, if needed while participating in recreational activities.
Education
Bachelors of Nursing -
University of Evansville
05.2023
Associate of Applied Science in Medical Assisting -
Ivy Tech Community College
05.2016
Bachelors of Science (Health Services) - Public Health and Worksite Wellness
University of Southern Indiana
12.2014
Skills
- Quality Improvement
- Preceptorship Program 2024
- Problem-Solving
- Team motivation
- Teamwork and Collaboration
Professional Development Councils and Classes
- Evidence-Based Practice & Research Council Member (2024)
- Deaconess Preceptor Program (2024)
- Chief Nursing Officer (CNO) Advisory Board Member - Elected Head Chair (2024)
References
References available upon request.
Timeline
Staff Nurse
Deaconess Midtown Hospital
05.2023 - Current
Emergency Services Technician
Deaconess Gateway Hospital
12.2018 - 05.2023
Employee of Deaconess Hospital
Deaconess Hospital
03.2015 - Current
Life Enrichment Associate
Trilogy Health Services
08.2014 - 03.2015
Bachelors of Nursing -
University of Evansville
Associate of Applied Science in Medical Assisting -
Ivy Tech Community College
Bachelors of Science (Health Services) - Public Health and Worksite Wellness
University of Southern Indiana
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