Lisa Rossman Wilkus
Email: ********@*****-********.***
Address:
City: Wyoming
State: MN
Zip: 55092
Country: USA
Phone: 763-***-****
Skill Level: Any
Salary Range:
Primary Skills/Experience:
Provide high quality patient care.
Educational Background:
High School Dipolma from Century College, White Bear Lake MN 1/2001 to 8/2012 (Chemical Dependency Program)
High School Dipolma from Anoka Hennepin Technical College, White Bear Lake MN 1/2001 to 10/2012
High School Dipolma from Anoka-Hennepin Technical College, White Bear Lake MN 1/2001 to 10/2012
High School Dipolma from Moundsview High School, White Bear Lake MN 1/2001 to 10/2012
Job History / Details:
Licenses
Licensed Practical Nurse, Minnesota
LADC Temporary License, Minnesota
Certified Prevention Specialist
CPR Certified
Qualifications and Skills
Experience working in a clinical setting
Inpatient and outpatient care
Insulin medication assistance understanding
Enthusiastic caregiver
Team player and self-motivated
Patient and family advocacy
Healthcare billing proficiency
Familiarity with Electronic Medical Records
Ability to maintain accurate client records
Ability to maintain required clinical records
Experience with Medical documentation
Able to manage client crises
Experience with clinical case management
Knowledge of health education information
Proficiency with Windows and Microsoft applications
Proficient computer skills
Proficient writing skills
CPR and First Aid certified
Sterilization techniques
Neurobehavioral assessments
Phlebotomy knowledge
Blood Withdrawal certification
Trained in HIPPA compliance
CLIA & OSHA compliance
Familiarity with substance and mental health systems
Substance abuse counseling experience
Skilled in intake interviewing
BAC screening/drug screen collection understanding
Familiarity with the Addiction Severity Index (ASI)
Knowledge of chemical dependency issues
Knowledge of rehabilitation philosophy
Able to participate in multidisciplinary team approach
Able to recognize individuals under the influence
Ability to de-escalate clients in another vulnerable emotional state
Understanding of adolescent development
Able to work independently and as a member of a team
Aware of legal and ethical standards
Comfortable with diverse populations
Experience in an inpatient psychiatric setting
Experience performing assessments
Excellent organizational skills
Excellent relationship building skills
Familiarity with the criminal justice system
Group facilitation, presentation, and organizational skills
Professional Experience
January 2010 to 10/22/2012 12:00:00 AM
Home Care Provider Centerville, Minnesota
LPN
Responsible for primary care, case management, and medication management for patient with COPD, CHF, and Diabetes.
August 2008 to December 2009
Neurological Associates of St. Paul Maplewood, Minnesota
LPN
Escorted patients to examination rooms and prepared them for physician exams.
Interviewed patients to obtain medical information, weight and height measurements and vital signs.
Accurately documented all elements of nursing assessment, treatments, medications, discharge instructions, and follow-up care.
Maintained patient privacy and confidential patient information.
Served as a liaison between patients and physicians to assist patients in understanding their treatment plans.
Ordered and read lab tests, x-rays, MRIs, Ultrasounds, and EKGs.
Collected blood, tissue and other laboratory specimens and prepared them for lab testing.
Authorized drug refills and provided detailed prescription information to pharmacies.
Assisted doctors with surgeries and non-invasive procedures.
Experience with various medical conditions including Parkinson's, Dementia, Diabetes, Cancer, Alzheimer's and Paget's disease.
Provided behavioral/emotional support and supervision for those with dementia and Alzheimer's.
Treated patients with strokes, head traumas, comas, and intracranial hematomas.
June 2003 to July 2007
Da Vita Arden Hills, Minnesota
Dialysis Nurse
Acted as patient advocate and implemented total patient care as part of a nursing team covering 4-10 high acuity patients per shift.
Educated patients about their treatments.
Followed infection control procedures.
Took and recorded patients' temperature, pulse and blood pressure.
Collected blood, tissue and other laboratory specimens and prepared them for lab testing.
Administered IV medications
Responsible for Hemovac Autotransfusion System administration.
Monitored fluid intake and output levels.
Worked as part of team to execute proper care of body mechanics and safety of patient.
Accurately documented all elements of nursing assessment, treatments, medications, discharge instructions, and follow-up care.
Partnered with team of registered nurses to achieve overall well-being of all patients.
Cleaned and sterilized instruments and disposed of contaminated supplies.
Education and Training
2012 Century College White Bear Lake, Minnesota
Associate of Science Chemical Dependency Program
Co-occurring Disorders
Gambling Addiction
2003 Anoka Hennepin Technical College Anoka, Minnesota
Associate of Science Practical Nursing Program
2002 Anoka-Hennepin Technical College Anoka, Minnesota
Associate of Science Nursing Assistant Program
1982 Moundsview High School Arden Hills, Minnesota
High School Diploma General Education