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Medical Registered Nurse

Location:
Kingman, AZ, 86401
Salary:
open for discussion
Posted:
December 13, 2012

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Judith Brockmiller

Cell: 631-***-****

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Kingman, AZ 86401

Professional Summary

I currently have thirteen years of experience in primary care at Long term care facilities. Maintain strong reputation for achieving

high levels of patient satisfaction. Seeking leadership role.

Excellent communication and teaching skills.

Licenses

Licensed Practical Nurse in the State of New York, License number 261141-1.

Certifications

B asic Life Support (BLS) Certification 3/28/2012 to 3/2014

I V Certification S eptember 2011

N95 Respirators Fit Training Certification 1/2010

First Line Nurse Manager Instructor Training

Program Certification (NYSHFA) 10/2010

Disaster Triage - T rain the Trainer Certification 10/2010

T raining in Gerontology C ertification 11/2006

Bachelors in Criminal Justice

Skill Highlights

Patient evaluation/intervention Broad medical terminology knowledge

Critical care nursing Committed to compliance reporting

Problem resolution Culturally sensitive

Professional bedside manner Computerized charting specialist

Patient positioning Adept at prioritizing/managing deadlines

Feeding assistance Hospice philosophy understanding

Tracheotomy care Safe NG tube insertion and removal

Foley catheter insertion/removal Body mechanics knowledge

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Insulin medication assistance Orientation/In -service education

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Catheter insertion/removal Employee health records and CPR compliance

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ICD-9 forms Prepare nursing Audits

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High level of autonomy FSR compliance

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Policy and Procedure development Transistional restricted duty job assignment

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based on their medical restrictions/limitations

Diagnostic tools experience Monitor residents on Floor ambulation/ROM

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program

Treatment of Wounds (surgical, nosocomial,

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wound vac therapy, wound oxygen therapy, Liaison between Nursing and Physical Therapy

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vascular, stasis ulcers, diabetic ulcers) Department

Familiarity with disease management programs

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Order and maintain records for rental equipment.

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Superior Organizational skills

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Formulate CNA assignments

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Hospice philosophy

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Monitor Pharmacy review books for compliance.

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Infection control standards

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Member safety committee/ Pharmacy meetings.

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Flow sheet charting

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Order resident's medications and submit returns

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Acute and rehabilitative care for credit.

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Medical laboratory procedures Organize and implement Influenza program for

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resident's and staff. Report on HPN website

Patient and family advocacy Influenza stats.

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Specimen collection/processing Order and monitor nursing supplies.

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Sterilization techniques Health and wellness expertise

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Geriatric treatment knowledge Medication administration expert

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Professional Experience

Wound Care Nurse, Employee Health, Nursing Rehab Liaison, In-Service Director, 0 4/2007 - Current

Hilaire Rehab and Nursing – H untington, NY

Disciplined, energetic employee who quickly establishes rapport with patients and colleagues. Performed all tasks

w ith a patient -centered focus while seeking opportunities for improvement of processes and treatments.

Implemented new floor assignments based on evaluation of staffing requirements. Recorded patients' medical

history, vital statistics and test results in medical records.Delivered high-quality and compassionate treatment to

i ndigent and low -income patient community. Contributed substantially to successful department JCAHO

accreditation.Ensured HIPAA compliance. Provided DHS (Department of Health Services) with corrective action

p lans. Improved ED administration by compiling and analyzing data and identifying areas of improvement.

Achieved departmental goals and objectives by instituting new processes and standards for in-patient care.

I nvolved in primary care, case management and medication management. Evaluated patient care needs,

prioritized treatment and maintained patient flow. Accurately documented all elements of nursing assessment,

treatments, medications, discharge instructions and follow-up care. Assisted residents with bathing, dressing,

feeding, lifting and transferring. Experience with various medical conditions including Parkinson's, Dementia,

Diabetes, Cancer, Alzheimer's and Paget's disease. Assisted doctors with surgeries and non-invasive procedures.

A uthorized drug refills and provided detailed prescription information to pharmacies.Collected laboratory

s pecimens and prepared them for lab testing. Developed and produced all office flyer notifications for important

policy changes, office news and events. Developed and maintained quality care systems and standards, including

b ut not limited to, creating and improving medical protocols/guidelines. Actively participated in unit -based

Q uality Assurance Program. Sound, ethical and independent decision -making ability consistent with medical

protocols. Provided education to patients on detox and withdrawal, medications, addiction, recovery, coping skills

and community resources. Developed patient care plans, including assessments, evaluations and nursing

d iagnoses.Demonstrated ability to lead and motivate outstanding health care teams. Coordinated Quality

Improvement Activities (QIA's) to identify performance areas for improvement. Participated in unit-based Quality

Assurance Program. Developed and implemented nursing care plans.

Assisted patients with daily functions.Provided all daily living tasks to enhance quality of life for elderly patients.

I nterviewed patients to obtain medical information and measure their vital signs, weight and height.

M aintained patient charts and confidential files.

Charge Nurse, In-service Director,Medication/Treatment Nurse, 0 2/2002 - 0 8/2007

Affinity Skilled Living and Rehabilitation – Oakdale, NY

Disciplined, energetic employee who quickly establishes rapport with patients and colleagues. Performed all tasks

w ith a patient -centered focus while seeking opportunities for improvement of processes and treatments.

Implemented new floor assignments based on evaluation of staffing requirements. Recorded patients' medical

history, vital statistics and test results in medical records. Directed facility's LPN program including recruitment,

e nrollment, budgeting and instruction. Trained new LPNs annually. Ensured HIPAA compliance. Provided DHS

(Department of Health Services) with corrective action plans. Improved ED administration by compiling and

a nalyzing data and identifying areas of improvement. Achieved departmental goals and objectives by instituting

new processes and standards for in-patient care. Accurately documented all elements of nursing assessment,

treatments, medications, discharge instructions and follow-up care. Assisted residents with bathing, dressing,

feeding, lifting and transferring. Experience with various medical conditions including Parkinson's, Dementia,

Diabetes, Cancer, Alzheimer's and Paget's disease. Assisted doctors with surgeries and non-invasive procedures.

C ollected laboratory specimens and prepared them for lab testing. Developed and produced all office flyer

notifications for important policy changes, office news and events.

D eveloped and maintained quality care systems and standards, including but not limited to, creating and

i mproving medical protocols/guidelines.

S ound, ethical and independent decision -making ability consistent with medical protocols. Developed patient

care plans, including assessments, evaluations and nursing diagnoses. Demonstrated ability to lead and motivate

o utstanding health care teams. Participated in unit -based Quality Assurance Program. Developed and

i mplemented nursing care plans.

Documented patient information obtained from interviews. Assisted patients with daily functions. Provided all

d aily living tasks to enhance quality of life for elderly patients. Maintained patient charts and confidential files.

Education and Training

College Network – I ndianapolis, IN, USA

Registered Nurse

I am currently enrolled in this program.

2 007 Kaplan University – O nline

Bachelor of Arts Criminal Justice

Bachelor of Arts in Criminal Justice. On Deans List w ith GPA of 3.4 to 3.95

2 005 Katherine Gibbs – M elville, B Y

Associate of Arts Criminal Justice

On the Deans list 6 times, graduated with 3.97 GPA



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