K A T H L E E N P R E S H E R
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K AT P R E S H E R 1 4 @ G M A I L . C O M
Active LVN State of Texas/Compact license #18035
FUNCTIONAL SUMMARY
Dedicated Licensed Practical nurse skilled with technical, clinical and patient
support. Strong ability to communicate clearly and effectively to patients and
staff.
EMPLOYMENT
11/2014 present A&T Multi Health Care Services
Home health nurse nursing services for the patients that are home
bound. Provide basic patient care and treatments as ordered. Administered
prescribed medications. Measure and record patient’s vitals. Perform head
to toe assessments and observe how well patients can perform certain task
related to individual situations. Chart and report changes in patient’s
conditions
02/2014 present Millenia Medical Healthcare/Travel Nurse assignments/correctional
nurse
Interview inmates to obtain medical information including vital signs,
height and weight. Complete Nurse sick calls averaging 60 to 80 daily.
Administered prescribed medications and treatments. Perform lab testing
and involved with emergency situations
08/2013 – 01/2014 Millenia Medical Healthcare/Travel nurse assignments
LPN/charge nurse (LTC)
Provided behavioral/emotional support and supervision for those with
dementia and Alzheimer’s. Assisted patients with multiple chronic
diagnosis all elements of nursing assessment, treatments,
medications,discharge instructions and follow up care. Provided all daily
living tasks to enhance quality of life for elderly patients. Provided primary
resident care and assistance with daily living activities. Assisted residents
with bathing, dressing, feeding, lifting and transferring.
05/2011 08/2013 Advanced Correctional Healthcare/LPN
Interview inmates to obtain medical information including vital signs,
height and weight. Complete Nurse sick calls averaging 20 daily.
Administered prescribed medications and treatments. Perform lab testing
and involved with emergency situations
05/2009 08/2013 Regional West Physician Clinic/Urgent Care/Family Medicine/LPN
Interviewed patients to obtain medical information and measure vital signs,
weight and height. Recorded patients medical history, vital statistics and
test results in medical records. Performed lab tests and communicated
results. Liaised between patients and physicians to ensure patient
comprehensive of treatment plans. Worked with patients of all ages from
pediatrics including well baby checks, immunizations and acute illnesses,
Reproductive situations including women’s health through geriatrics issues.
Evaluated patient care needs, Cleaned and sterilized instruments and
disposed of contaminated supplies. Collected blood, tissue and other
laboratory specimens and prepared them for lab testing
05/2008 04/2009 Northfield Plaza/LPN/Charge Nurse
Liaised between patients and physicians to ensure patient comprehension
of treatment plans. Oversaw implementation of patient management plans.
Developed patient care plans, including assessments, evaluations and
nursing diagnosis. Provided behavioral/emotional support and supervision
for those with dementia and Alzheimer’s. Assisted patients with multiple
chronic diagnosis including COPD and asthma. documented all elements of
nursing assessment, treatments, medications, discharge instructions and
follow up care. Provided quality nursing care in accordance with resident
care policies and procedures. Provided all daily living tasks to enhance
quality of life for elderly patients. Provided primary resident care and
assistance with daily living activities. Assisted residents with bathing,
dressing, feeding, lifting and transferring.
REFERENCES
Margo Anderson Fowler MD 308-***-****
Kim Hafeman 308-***-****
Holly Dobrinski 308-***-****
Becky Kreman 308-***-****
Paulette Austin 409-***-****
Susan Schumacher 936-***-****