Laurie Ripp

Lowville, NY ***** 315-***-**** – acwr8u@r.postjobfree.com

Objective

Licensed Practical Nurse (LPN) with over 25 years of experience looking for full time work with MetLife as a Nurse Reviewer.

Experience

LPN

Lewis County General Hospital, Lowville, NY

October 2015 –Present/August 2001-November 2009

Pass medications, treatments, transcribe doctors’ orders, follow doctors’ orders. Wound care, ADLs, Follow care plans.

Work on 4 different floors of the nursing home part of the hospital, from Alzheimer's unit to rehab floor. Passed medications, treatments, tube feedings, trach care, ostomy care, ADL's, range of motion doctor calls, writing orders, family contact, death and dying, charge nurse.

LPN/Aide

Jefferson-Lewis Boces, Glenfield, NY

October 2007 – Present

I am currently a one-one nurse aide for a student with several disorders and disabilities including asthma, chronic bronchitis, respiratory issues, developmental delays, seizure disorder, skin disorders, and allergies. I give oxygen as needed, test oxygen levels, give medications as ordered, and assist the teacher as needed

LPN

Upstate Cerebral Palsy, Lowville, NY

Pass medications, administer oxygen, c-pap machines, tube feedings, feed, bath and dress individuals. Assist in ADLS and goals. Behavior modifications.

Clinic Nurse

Transitional Living Services, Lowville, NY

July 2013 – December 2014

Prior authorizations ; Giving medications oral and sub q and im; Vital sign on patients and recording changes in electronic charts; Assist dr. In room with patients; Reaction to crisis situations. Mental Health Facility.

*Additional years of experience work as an LPN for the ARC of Oneida-Lewis assisting individuals with developmental disabilities.

Education

Nursing, LPN

Mohawk Valley Community College, Utica, NY

Certification as Licensed Practical Nurse 1983-2018

Interests

I have over 20 years of experience working with the geriatric population, 20 years in special education, and 10 years in general education. I am certified in CPR/first aide and in behavioral management. I have experience in medication passes, many treatments, colostomy care, and tracheotomy. I also have experience in making physician calls, following doctor orders, and completing electronic charting. Physical therapy and occupational therapy and various other areas of nursing.

Authorized to work in the US for any employer

References

References are available on request.