Cathy Coughlin

*** ******** ****** **, *********** NY 12306

Cell: 518-***-**** - acwq82@r.postjobfree.com

Professional Summary

I am an LPN with 38 years of experience. I am sure that sounds like I should be retiring but at 57 I still have many years to practice being a nurse. I bring with me a plethora of skills from obtaining vital signs to participating in crisis situations, from orally medication to caring for A Lines and Central Lines, starting IV's, from neonatal to geriatrics I have done it all.

Licenses

New York State Licensed Practical Nurse

Certifications in drug ( urine and hair) collection Breath Alcohol testing

Certification as trainer for drug and breath alcohol collection Certification for infection control

Skill Highlights

Health and wellness Trained in in- and out-patient care Medication administration expert Wound cleaning/care expertise Neonatal and maternity Infection control standards expert Skilled in physical examinations Enthusiastic caregiver ‘ Strong charting skills Flow sheet charting

Pediatric exams competency Acute and rehabilitative care BAC screening/drug screen collection Newborn education Vascular care understanding Mobility assistance

Compassionate STD care and counselor Colostomy care familiarity Broad medical terminology knowledge pediatric Body mechanics knowledge nursing Medical clinical procedures comprehension

Committed to compliance reporting Talented in minor surgery assistance Culturally sensitive Specimen collection/processing proficiency Strong medical ethic OR and ER experience

Professional Experience

Occupational Health Nursing Supervisor

June 2014 to Current

Workfit Medical - Albany, NY

Over seeing day to day activities in an extremely busy Occupational Health/Urgent Care Office. Taking care of Physicals for companies, drug testing, specimen collection, vaccinations, client relations, work injuries, referrals, minor procedures, Urgent care. Maintaining charts for patients, ekg"s pulmonary function testing mask fit testing, vision and audio. QA's implementing policies and procedures.

LPN

June 2009 to June 2014

St Mary's Health Care - Amsterdam, NY

My employment with St Mary's began due to a merger with Amsterdam Memorial Hospital that I was employed with since 1993. In those 5 years I worked in Urgent care and Occupational Health after 1 1/2 years I was requested to be the nurse for Surgical/ Gastroenterology office. After 2 years in medical office I returned to Occupational Health until leaving in Jun of 2014Provided patient diagnosis under strict time constraints. I evaluated patients presenting with asthma, appendicitis and hernia. I frequently floated to pain management dept. I provided necessary health education training for patients. Assisted patients with multiple chronic diagnoses

including COPD and asthma. Evaluated patient care needs, prioritized treatment and maintained patient flow. I 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. I Worked as part of team to ensure proper care of body mechanics and safety of patients. I partnered with team of Registered Nurses to ensure over all well-being of all patients. I maintained patient charts and confidential files. I skillfully performed suture removals for patients of all ages. I recorded patients' medical history, vital statistics and test results in medical records. I actively participated in unit-based Quality Assurance Program. I have sound, ethical and independent decision-making ability consistent with medical protocols. Disciplined, energetic employee who quickly establishes rapport with patients and colleagues.

LPN

May 1993 to June 2014

Amsterdam Memorial Hospital - Amsterdam, NY

I began as LPN on pediatrics until approx 1998 when pediatrics combined with med/surg unit. I floated frequently to ER and ICU. In 1999 Acute Rehab unit was added and I worked on that unit assisting people from total hip and knee Replacement, amputations, strokes and Maintained patient charts and confidential files. Tested glucose and administered injections. Interviewed patients to obtain medical information and measure their vital signs, weight and height. I coordinated with doctors and registered nurses to develop care plans for patients.. In 2002 Amsterdam Memorial closed its inpatient facility and became out pt . I then want to Ambulatory Surgery. I provided pre and post op care to patients IV insertion, pain control pt teaching, discharge instructions, follow up calls, QA. 2005 I was brought into endoscopy where I assisted in endoscopy procedures, minor surgery, ESI"s under fluro for pain management, also on occasion floated to wound care unit. I kept logs, ordered supplies. worked well with MD's and RN's alike

LPN

January 1990 to May 1993

various home care agencies - Albany, NY

Various home care mainly Pediatrics with ventilators LPN

March 1980 to April 1986

Albany Medical Center - Albany, NY

PICU with floating to pediatrics, newborn nursery, NICU, maternity including high risk, GYN, occasionally floating to trauma floor. I worked with vents, A lines, Central lines, complex care pts. LPN

November 1976 to November 1979

St Peter's Hospital - Albany, NY

I started on surgical floor after 1 year I went to pediatrics where I found 1 of my passions, children in need. Education and Training

Nursing

FMCC - Johnstown, NY, Fulton

I had numerous classes for my RN taken when I needed to stop due to family emergency. LPN, 1976

BOCES - Troy, NY, Renns

I took classes while in high school finishing Dec 1976

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