Yvonne Wagner
Attica,NY
Summary
Dedicated and compassionate Licensed Practical Nurse with extensive experience in medical procedures, including sample collection, point of care testing, blood draw, IV insertion, and infection control. Meticulous regard for detail and accuracy with strong follow-through and administrative skills. Maintains composure and makes accurate decisions in fast-paced, unpredictable, and stressful environments. History of interfacing seamlessly with doctors, specialized support services, patients, and families.
Overview
29
29
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Clinic LPN
Orchard Park Dermatology
Orchard Park, NY
08.2022 - Current
- Administered injections according to clinic protocols.
- Assisted physicians with exams and treatments
- Provided patient education regarding skin care maintenance, sun protection, and disease prevention.
- Performed wound care procedures such as suture removal, debridement, and dressing changes.
- Administered injections for the treatment of various dermatological conditions.
- Instructed patients on how to properly apply topical medications and dressings at home following discharge from clinic visits.
- Prepared specimens for laboratory testing according to established protocols.
- Performed pre-operative assessments prior to surgical procedures involving the skin.
- Responded promptly to emergency situations related to dermatology services.
- Counseled patients on lifestyle modifications needed for optimal management of their condition.
- Assisted with procedures such as biopsies and excisions conducted in-office.
- Coordinated surgeries and set up for procedures to maintain smooth patient flow.
- Administer Levulon and PDT (blue light therapy)
LPN, Family Medicine
Rochester Regional Health System
Batavia, NY
04.2021 - Current
- Examined and addressed lacerations, contusions and physical symptoms to assess and prioritize need for further attention.
- Collected biological specimens and packages for laboratory transport to complete diagnostic tests. Completed POC on site testing as needed.
- Researched and studied client diagnoses to identify care needs, effectively contributed to nursing plan developments and facilitated patient education.
- Answered patient and family questions to educate on optimal treatment procedures.
- Collected and documented vital signs to track current patient conditions.
- Used sterile technique to prepare patients for procedures.
- Scheduled appointments for evaluations and scans for office with active patients.
- Communicated concerns regarding clients' status, care and environment to nursing supervisors, clinical care supervisors and case managers.
LPN, Family Med/Pediatrics/OB
Wyoming County Community Health System
Warsaw, NY
08.2019 - 04.2021
- Same as above
Agency LPN, Per Diem LTC
Maxim Healthcare
Buffalo, NY
11.2020 - 06.2022
- Completed floor nurse duties in the long term care setting at NYS Veteran’s Home in Batavia, NY
LPN, Primary Care/OB/Telephone Triage
U of R Primary Care - Perry
Perry, NY
01.2018 - 08.2019
- Clinic LPN duties in the primary/family care setting
LPN, LTC and Rehab
NYS Veteran's Home
Batavia, NY
08.2016 - 01.2018
- Documented patient intake and dietary requirements,
- Responded to patient alarms and needs-assessment requests to identify course of treatment.
- Managed wound care, gave respiratory treatments and helped with non-invasive procedures.
- Promoted patient satisfaction by assisting with daily living needs such as bathing, dressing, toileting and exercising.
- Followed rehabilitation and treatment care plans to accelerate patient recovery, minimize pain and optimize patient outcomes.
- Started, monitored and managed intravenous medication.
LPN, Occupational Health
WCCHS Workplace Health
Warsaw, NY
02.2016 - 01.2018
- Assessed employees' medical conditions and provided tailored counseling.
- Provided company health services to employees post-hire, including drawing titers, administering vaccinations, and hair and urine collection for drug testing.
- Effectively promoted quality levels of care to all employees and complied with data confidentiality and corporate regulations.
- Performed pre-employment screenings, asking appropriate questions and followed nursing guidelines.
- Conducted employment testing and screening for commercial truck drivers, firefighters and paramedics, mine workers, et al.
- Completed employment testing for N95 mask fit, spirometry, EKGs, and other quantitative and qualitative screenings.
LPN, Psych/Developmental Disability
FLDDSO
Rochester, NY
03.2007 - 08.2016
- Provided quality nursing care to promote the health and enhancement of life for individuals with developmental disabilities in the group home setting.
911 Dispatcher/EMS
Wyoming County Sheriff's Office
Warsaw, NY
03.2005 - 05.2013
- Dispatched calls to relevant police, fire or medical response personnel depending on individual call situations.
- Prioritized responses to public emergency and non-emergent calls to efficiently dispatch police, fire and EMS while tracking data in real-time.
LPN, Pediatric Home Care/School Nurse Private Duty
PSA Healthcare
Williamsville, NY
02.2005 - 03.2007
- Provided pediatric home care to medically fragile children in their homes
- Delivered high level of nursing care to ill children in residences.
- Managed various nursing tasks for medically fragile children, which included administering medication, cleaning wounds and monitoring g-tubes, trachs, and ventilators.
- Sterilized equipment and supplies using to protect fragile patients from infection
- Accompanied special needs children to and from school and monitored their progress and health through their school day
LPN, Long Term Care
SNF WCCHS
Warsaw, NY
07.1998 - 07.1999
- Followed rehabilitation and treatment care plans to accelerate patient recovery, minimize pain and optimize patient outcomes.
LPN/Long Term Care
Eastside Nursing Home
Warsaw, NY
07.1999 - 07.2000
- Followed rehabilitation and treatment care plans to accelerate patient recovery, minimize pain and optimize patient outcomes.
LPN, Long Term Care
Manor Oak SNF
Warsaw, NY
05.1996 - 08.1999
- Followed rehabilitation and treatment care plans to accelerate patient recovery, minimize pain and optimize patient outcomes.
LPN, Hospice Nurse
Homecare and Hospice
Batavia, NY
11.1994 - 05.1996
- Provided nursing care to terminal patients in their homes or on hospice units
- Communicated concerns regarding patients' status, care and environment to nursing supervisors, clinical care supervisors and case managers.
- Listened to patients and loved ones, offering emotional support and kindness to help with end-of-life transition.
Education
Practical Nursing Diploma -
Warsaw LPN School
Warsaw, NY08.1994
High School Diploma -
Warsaw Central School
Warsaw, NY06.1990
Skills
- Multi-tasking and prioritization
- Samples collection
- Patient/nurse rapport
- Psychotropic medication knowledge
- Caring for wounds
- Tracking symptoms
- Educating families
- Assisting PCPs and CCPs
- Customer service
- Inventory management
- Insurance prior authorizations
- First Aid/CPR
- Phlebotomy, venous access and IV therapy
- Performing EKG
- Epic EMR, MedEnt EMR, ADL EMR
- Triage, call taking
- Stocking exam rooms, supply ordering
- VFC coordinator role
Certification
- First Aid/CPR
- Covid-19 Contact Tracing Course through Johns Hopkins University
Professional References
Kandy Zajaczkowski, Office Manager
(724) 601-0346
Dr. Nitin Arora, MD
(716) 440-5430
Jenn White, Office Manager
(760) 819-1301
Timeline
Clinic LPN
Orchard Park Dermatology
08.2022 - Current
LPN, Family Medicine
Rochester Regional Health System
04.2021 - Current
Agency LPN, Per Diem LTC
Maxim Healthcare
11.2020 - 06.2022
LPN, Family Med/Pediatrics/OB
Wyoming County Community Health System
08.2019 - 04.2021
LPN, Primary Care/OB/Telephone Triage
U of R Primary Care - Perry
01.2018 - 08.2019
LPN, LTC and Rehab
NYS Veteran's Home
08.2016 - 01.2018
LPN, Occupational Health
WCCHS Workplace Health
02.2016 - 01.2018
LPN, Psych/Developmental Disability
FLDDSO
03.2007 - 08.2016
911 Dispatcher/EMS
Wyoming County Sheriff's Office
03.2005 - 05.2013
LPN, Pediatric Home Care/School Nurse Private Duty
PSA Healthcare
02.2005 - 03.2007
LPN/Long Term Care
Eastside Nursing Home
07.1999 - 07.2000
LPN, Long Term Care
SNF WCCHS
07.1998 - 07.1999
LPN, Long Term Care
Manor Oak SNF
05.1996 - 08.1999
LPN, Hospice Nurse
Homecare and Hospice
11.1994 - 05.1996
Practical Nursing Diploma -
Warsaw LPN School
High School Diploma -
Warsaw Central School
- First Aid/CPR
- Covid-19 Contact Tracing Course through Johns Hopkins University
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