High School Medical

Robert Hoskins

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City: De Funiak Springs

State: FL

Zip: 32433

Country: USA

Phone: 850-***-****

Skill Level: Any

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Primary Skills/Experience:

Five years of experience in primary care at a Veterans Nursing Home and with Department of Corrections. Maintain a strong reputation for achieving high levels of patient satisfaction. Fully credentialed Licensed Practical Nurse with a valid Florida and Iowa license.Maintain strong reputation for achieving high levels of patient satisfaction. Seeking leadership role. Loyal, collaborative L icensed Practical Nurse with a steadfast commitment to quality care and preventative care advocacy. Skilled care of adult patients with chronic and acute conditions. Energetic and motivational nurse and leader dedicated to driving top-quality patient care. Looking for a position in a top-notch facility with a commitment to innovative processes.

Educational Background:

High School Dipolma from Western Iowa Tech Comm College, Sioux City IA 1/2001 to 5/2006 (LPN/RN Program of Nursing)

High School Dipolma from Western Iowa Tech Comm College, Sioux City IA 1/2001 to 12/2012

High School Dipolma from Corning High School, Sioux City IA 1/2001 to 12/2012

Job History / Details:

Professional Summary

Five years of experience in primary care at a Veterans Nursing Home and with Department of Corrections. Maintain a strong reputation for achieving high levels of patient satisfaction. Fully credentialed Licensed Practical Nurse with a valid Florida and Iowa license.Maintain strong reputation for achieving high levels of patient satisfaction. Seeking leadership role. Loyal, collaborative Licensed Practical Nurse with a steadfast commitment to quality care and preventative care advocacy. Skilled care of adult patients with chronic and acute conditions. Energetic and motivational nurse and leader dedicated to driving top-quality patient care. Looking for a position in a top-notch facility with a commitment to innovative processes.

Licenses

Basic Life Support (BLS) Certification from 2002 through present.

CPR certified through American Heart Association valid through November 2014.

State of Florida Licensed Practical Nurse valid through July 31, 2013.

State of Iowa Licensed Practical Nurse through June 15, 2014.

Skill Highlights

Health and wellness expertise

Medication administration expert

Skilled in conducting physical examinations

Broad medical terminology knowledge

Committed to compliance reporting

Budgeting expertise

Culturally sensitive

Strong medical ethic

Computerized charting specialist

Diabetes, Hospice and Stroke Patient Care

Skilled in conducting physical examinations

Familiarity with disease management programs

Wound cleaning/care expertise

Infection control standards expert

Flow sheet charting

Acute and rehabilitative care

IV drug therapy management

Mobility assistance

Colostomy care familiarity

Medical clinical procedures comprehension

Enthusiastic caregiver

Professional Experience

July 2008 to March 2011

Bay County Sheriffs Office Panama City, Florida

Licensed Practical Nurse

Recorded patients' medical history, vital statistics and test results in medical incarcerated patient community. Actively participated in unit-based Quality Assurance Program.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.Provided patient diagnosis under strict time constraints.Monitored unit budget to ensure financial objectives were met.Provided education to patients on detox and withdrawal, medications, addiction, recovery, coping skills and community resources.Acted as patient advocate and implemented total patient care through a team nursing process covering 50 - 75 high acuity patients per shift.Assisted patients with multiple chronic diagnoses including COPD and asthma.Supported patients with customized patient teaching tools.Administered medications and assisted in diagnostic testing for HIV-positive patients.Responsible for 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.Utilized strong assessment skills to determine necessary patient care.Provided quality nursing care in accordance with resident care policies and procedures.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.Assessed patients in active withdrawal and provided interventions to manage physical and psychological withdrawal symptoms.

March 2007 to July 2008

Corrections Corp Of America Panama City, Florida

Licensed Practical Nurse

Recorded patients' medical history, vital statistics and test results in medical records.Delivered high-quality and compassionate treatment to indigent and incarcerated patient community. 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.Provided patient diagnosis under strict time constraints.Provided education to patients on detox and withdrawal, medications, addiction, recovery, coping skills and community resources.Provided necessary health education training for patients.Acted as patient advocate and implemented total patient care through a team nursing process covering 50 - 75 high acuity patients per shift. Assisted patients with multiple chronic diagnoses including COPD and asthma.Administered medications and assisted in diagnostic testing for HIV-positive patients.Responsible for 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.Took and recorded patients' temperature, pulse and blood pressure.Utilized strong assessment skills to determine necessary patient care.Provided quality nursing care in accordance with resident care policies and procedures.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.Assessed patients in active withdrawal and provided interventions to manage physical and psychological withdrawal symptoms.

November 2006 to April 2007

VA Sims Center Springfield, Florida

Licensed Practical Nurse

Performed all tasks with a patient-centered focus while seeking opportunities for improvement of processes and treatments.Assisted patients with healing and recovery after surgery.Provided patient diagnosis under strict time constraints.Provided education to patients on detox and withdrawal, medications, addiction, recovery, coping skills and community resources.Provided necessary health education training for patients.Acted as patient advocate and implemented total patient care through a team nursing process covering 8-10 high acuity patients per shift.Assisted patients with multiple chronic diagnoses including COPD and asthma.Responsible for primary care, case management and medication management.Accurately documented all elements of nursing assessment, treatments, medications, and follow-up care.Took and recorded patients' temperature, pulse and blood pressure.Utilized strong assessment skills to determine necessary patient care.Provided quality nursing care in accordance with resident care policies and procedures.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.Tested glucose and administered injections.Skillfully performed suture removals for patients of all ages.Maintained patient charts and confidential files.Assessed patients in active withdrawal and provided interventions to manage physical and psychological withdrawal symptoms.Often commended for maintaining the safety, respect and dignity of residents..

December 1999 to June 2006

Danbury Comm Ambulance Danbury, Iowa

Emergency Medical Technician - Intermediate

Completed 300 hours of clinical work in pre-hospital emergency medical assessment, treatment, monitoring, transportation and documentation.Recorded patients' medical history, vital statistics and test results in emergency medical records. Administered and monitored IV drug therapy as deemed appropriate. Administered, monitored three lead EKG heart monitor.Actively participated in unit-based Quality Assurance Program.Sound, ethical and independent decision-making ability consistent with medical protocols.Disciplined, energetic employee who quickly establishes rapport with patients and colleagues.Provided patient diagnosis under strict time constraints.Treated patients with strokes, head traumas, comas, MI's and vehicular/farming accidents.

Education and Training

2006 Western Iowa Tech Comm College Sioux City, Iowa

Associate of Science LPN/RN Program of Nursing

Associates Degree Of Applied Sciences in Nursing Degree.

2000 Western Iowa Tech Comm College Sioux City, Iowa

Emergency Medical Technician

Certified to provide pre-hospital emergency medical assessment, treatment and transport to in-need of emergency necessitated persons. Initiated and maintained IV drug therapy as deemed necessary. Documented all patient data on a timely basis in relation to proper financial billing and HIPPA requirements.

1960 Corning High School Corning, Iowa

High School Diploma General Education

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