Medical Years Experience
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City: Milton
State: FL
Zip: 32583
Country: USA
Phone: 580-***-****
Skill Level: Any
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Primary Skills/Experience:
Responsible LPN with excellent communication skills demonstrated by over 38 years of experience in health care. ( 10 years extensive experience in pediatric in-home care of special needs children 10 years experience in a university pediatric teaching facility providing skill training in general pediatric care. 18 years experience in, but not limited to, General Medicine, Family Medicine, Internal Medicine working in rural satellite facilities as well as multi doctor facilities,)
Educational Background:
High School Dipolma from Tulsa Technical College, Tulsa OK 1/2001 to 5/2002 (Beginning Sign Language)
High School Dipolma from University of Hawaii at Kauai, Tulsa OK 1/2001 to 1/2013
Job History / Details:
Professional Summary
Responsible LPN with excellent communication skills demonstrated by over 38 years of experience in health care.
10 years extensive experience in pediatric in-home care of special needs children
10 years experience in a university pediatric teaching facility providing skill training in general pediatric care.
18 years experience in, but not limited to, General Medicine, Family Medicine, Internal Medicine working in rural satellite facilities as well as multi doctor facilities,
Licenses
Current Licensed Practical Nurse in Oklahoma
Previous Licensing in Hawaii
Multiple Continuing Education courses attended, at the least, yearly.
Extensive experience caring for pediatric patients in-home with special needs.
Decade working with, and teaching pediatric medical students, residents, and interns in a working pediatric clinic.
CPR certified through American Heart Association to date
Vast clinic setting experience including but not limited to Family Medicine, Internal Medicine, General Practice.
Skill Highlights
Ventilator care and procedures
Gastrostomy tube care and changing
Tube feeding by pump and gravity
Beginning sign language skills
CPR certified
Familiar with disease management programs
Sterile techniques
Specimen collection knowledge
Pediatric exams competency
Tracheotomy tube care
Post op care
Immunization administration
Cast care
Body mechanics knowledge
Infection control standards
Strong medical ethic
Enthusiastic caregiver
Mobility assistance
Colostomy care familiarity
Body mechanics knowledge
Culturally sensitive
Professional Experience
1/13/2013 12:00:00 AM
July 2006 to July 2012
Preferred Pediatrics Home Health Care Tulsa, Oklahoma
LPN
Served as lead nurse for home care of vent dependent, multiple anamoly, special needs children.
Managed all supply and medication ordering, and maintenance of all equipment in the home.
Supervised all other nurses assigned to patient care in home.
Monitored post-op vitals, fluids, reviewed post-op orders and orient patient's return to home care.
Assisted patients with healing and recovery after surgery.
Performed all tasks with a patient-centered focus while seeking opportunities for improvement of processes and treatments.
Contributed to successful department JCAHO accreditation.
Ensured HIPAA compliance.
Administered medications
Responsible for primary care, and medication management.
Accurately documented all elements of nursing assessment, treatments, medications, discharge instructions and follow-up care.
Sound, ethical and independent decision-making ability consistent with medical protocols.
Assisted patients with daily functions.
Experienced in organizing necessary equipment and supplies for travel to multiple appointments.
Supported patients with customized patient teaching tools.
Utilized strong assessment skills to determine necessary patient care.
February 2004 to July 2006
Maxum Home Health Tulsa, OK
LPN
Recorded patients' medical history, vital statistics and test results in medical records.
Sound, ethical and independent decision-making ability consistent with medical protocols.
Performed all tasks with a patient-centered focus while seeking opportunities for improvement of processes and treatments.
Accurately documented all elements of nursing assessment, treatments, medications, discharge instructions and follow-up care.
Took and recorded patients' temperature, pulse and blood pressure.
Utilized strong assessment skills to determine necessary patient care.
Worked as part of team to ensure proper care of body mechanics and safety of patient.
Coordinated with doctors and registered nurses to develop care plans for patients.
Maintained patient charts and confidential files.
November 2002 to January 2004
Preferred Pediatric Home Health Tulsa, OK
LPN
Recorded patients' medical history, vital statistics and test results in medical records.
Sound, ethical and independent decision-making ability consistent with medical protocols.
Performed all tasks with a patient-centered focus while seeking opportunities for improvement of processes and treatments.
Supported patients with customized patient teaching tools.
Took and recorded patients' temperature, pulse and blood pressure.
Utilized strong assessment skills to determine necessary patient care.
Worked as part of team to ensure proper care of body mechanics and safety of patient.
Coordinated with doctors and registered nurses to develop care plans for patients.
Maintained patient charts and confidential files.
July 1992 to October 2002
OU College of Medicine - Pediatric Clinic Tulsa, Oklahoma
LPN
Recorded patients' medical history, vital statistics and test results in medical records.
Delivered high-quality and compassionate treatment to indigent and low-income patient community.
Performed all tasks with a patient-centered focus while seeking opportunities for improvement of processes and treatments.
Provided necessary health education training for patients.
Evaluated patient care needs, prioritized treatment and maintained patient flow.
Took and recorded patients' temperature, pulse and blood pressure.
Prepared for HIPAA and JCAHO reviews, ensuring required brochures and pamphlets were available to patients in all clinics.
Interviewed patients to obtain medical information and measure their vital signs, weight and height.
Tested glucose and administered injections.
Maintained patient charts and confidential files.
July 1974 to May 1992
Multiple Kauai, Hawaii
LPN
Recorded patients' medical history, vital statistics and test results in medical records.
Administered treadmill stress tests, 24 hr Haulter Monitor testing and processing, and adult and pediatric EKGs.
Delivered high-quality and compassionate treatment to indigent and low-income patient community.
Sound, ethical and independent decision-making ability consistent with medical protocols.
Disciplined, energetic employee who quickly establishes rapport with patients and colleagues.
Performed all tasks with a patient-centered focus while seeking opportunities for improvement of processes and treatments.
Assisted patients with multiple chronic diagnoses including COPD and asthma.
Administered medications and assisted in diagnostic testing for HIV-positive patients.
Evaluated patient care needs, prioritized treatment and maintained patient flow.
Took and recorded patients' temperature, pulse and blood pressure.
Utilized strong assessment skills to determine necessary patient care.
Cleaned and sterilized instruments and disposed of contaminated supplies.
Interviewed patients to obtain medical information and measure their vital signs, weight and height.
Tested glucose and administered injections.
Skillfully performed suture removals for patients of all ages.
Maintained patient charts and confidential files.
Education and Training
2001 Tulsa Technical College Tulsa, Oklahoma
Beginning Sign Language
1974 University of Hawaii at Kauai Puhi, Kauai, Hawaii
Practical Nursing
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