ELLEN TOTERHI LPN
**** ****** ****** ***** ********, Ohio 43219 abgysb@r.postjobfree.com
Skills and Qualifications:
Licensed in Ohio for 12 years
BLS certified
Knowledgeable in nursing practices, regulations and guidelines
Excellent organizational skills
Works well with hospital nurses and physicians, insurance company case managers, including
MCD and MCR referrals
Experienced with working under the direction of a Registered Nurse
Enjoys working with patients and their families to ensure the best possible care is given
Work Experience:
Admissions Nurse (February 2007 – December 2010)
Broadview Health Center, Columbus, Ohio
Assess referrals from hospitals, nursing facilities and home settings
Skilled needs/long-term care planning
Refer to RN/LSW at hospital regarding patients' clinical needs
Medication Review
Case manage residents' skilled services with insurance companies, Medicare, Medicaid and
HMOs
Chart information and preparation for admission
Communicate with and obtain physician orders
Resident room preparation including all necessary medical equipment
Meet with family members regarding the skilled or long-term care setting and what to expect
Unit Manager (September 2006 - February 2007)
Broadview Health Center, Columbus, Ohio
Reviewed and evaluated nursing staff and STNA delivery of care
Reviewed and maintained medical records
Ordered transcriptions
Set nursing schedules
Consulted with family members at care conferences
Worked with hospice in order to provide the easiest transition for the patient and family
Staff Nurse (July 2004 - September 2006)
Broadview Health Center, Columbus, Ohio
Cared for acute and chronically ill residents.
Assessment of physical status and cognitive functions and liaison with family members.
Medication administration
Administered tube feeds, peritoneal dialysis and wound care.
Float Nurse (June 2002 - February 2003)
Mt. Kisco Medical Group OB/GYN, Mt. Kisco, New York
Prepared patients for exams
Assist physicians with exams and surgical procedures
Assist physicians with Leep procedure
Administer oral and IM medications
Fetal monitoring
Prepared specimens for artificial insemination
Phone triage
Staff Nurse (March 2000 - February 2002)
Pediatric Academic Association, Franklin County Juvenile Detention Center, Columbus, Ohio
Physical and psychological screening of new admits
Assist with physical exams
Administer medication
Monitor special youth conditions such as diabetics or sickle cell anemia
Responsible for emergency response to suicide attempts, self injurious behavior, injuries post
altercation or in activity, wound care, phlebotomy, IM injections, post op monitoring when
required
Daily medical screening of health issues
Provided detailed documentation of all interactions with clients
Medical representative of mental health team
Participated in weekly team meetings to ensure close follow-up and planning for youths with
severe mental issues