Lake Charles, La *****
THERESA ARDOIN, R. N. B.S.N., COHN-S
Objective To obtain a position that will offer diversity, growth and flexibility within
the work environment.
Experience 1978 - Present CITGO Petroleum Lake Charles, La.
Senior Occupational Health Nurse
§ Knowledge of Occupational Health Nursing practice standards
§ Case Management of Occupational and Non-Occupational Injuries and
Illnesses
§ Familiar with OSHA regulations
§ Responsible for coordinating physicals for Medical Surveillance-
(Benzene, Asbestos, Emergency Response)
§ Responsible for performing DOT Drug and Alcohol Screens
§ Perform Post-Offer, Return to Work, and Fitness for Duty Exams
§ Familiar with American Disabilities Act and Family Medical Leave Act
§ Proficient in record keeping for all aspects of current position
§ Familiar with Ergonomic issues
§ Involved in Health Promotion and Employee Education
§ Assume Manager’s responsibilities in her absence
1977-1978 Lake Charles Memorial Hospital Lake Charles, La
Staff Registered Nurse
§ Worked Emergency Room; performed routine emergency care and
procedures
§ Worked in Surgery Department; responsible for all aspects of patient
and room preparation and record keeping
Education 1973-1977 McNeese State University Lake Charles, La.
§ B.S. Nursing
§ Certified Occupational Health Nurse Specialist (1997)
Additional Skills Ability to assess risks, make decisions and recommendations
Posses ability to work independently
Able to manage multiple projects
Excellent communication skills
Certifications Current Louisiana and Texas License
Seminars
Audiometric Testing
Pulmonary Function Testing
CPR
Breath Alcohol Technician
Hazardous Material Training, Texas A & M
Ergonomic Job Analysis
Functional Capacity Evaluation
The Art and Science of Substance Abuse
Work Rehabilitation Uses and Implications for Industry
Issues in Regulatory Compliance; Preparing for OSHA audit