TERESA AINSWORTH

**** ***** ****, *** *****, CA *2126 H: 858-***-**** M: 85.414.9684 acwyql@r.postjobfree.com Seasoned, patient-oriented, dedicated and caring

LICENSED VOCATIONAL NURSE (LVN)

Highly motivated and results-oriented Nursing professional offers over 28 years of experience in clinical and psychiatric, case Management SNF nursing care, Hospice Admissions Nurse Continuous Care, and Triage. Possess comprehensive knowledge of direct patient care, nursing procedures, healthcare administration policies, and caseload management. Self- directed professional with superior problem solving, communication, and management skills, coupled with strong work ethic, proven clinical skills, and excellent ability to develop rapport and build a trusting relationship with patients. Professional and articulate with a proven track record in managing time, prioritizing tasks, and organizing projects to improve the Quality of Patient Care.

AREAS OF EXPERTISE

Direct Patient Care Caseload Supervision Cost Controls/Effectiveness Employee and Physician Relations Patient and Family Communications PROFESSIONAL EXPERIENCE

LVN, Admission: The Elizabeth Hospice Escondido, CA Apr - Oct 2013

Admitted new clients diagnosed with terminal disease process with 6 months or less to live; provided nursing expertise to establish an empathetic and sensitive client rapport.

Administered nursing functions including medication management, crisis care, triage, end of life care and family counseling.

Instrumental in making a child’s life productive; built strong rapport with patient and family, addressed client needs, and communicated effectively with patients, resulting to improvement in patient’s eating habits, ability to speak with device, and interpersonal skills.

Rendered overtime at work to ensure patient needs are addressed in timely manner. CAREER OVERVIEW

Caregiver Dec 2008 - Dec 2013

Psychiatric Nurse/Case Manager/Clinic Coordinator

Community Research Foundation San Diego, CA Oct 2007 - Feb 2010 Case Manager

Villa Las Palmas, El Cajon, CA Feb 2007 - Aug 2007 TRAININGS AND CERTIFICATIONS

CPR, 4 hours UCSD Medical Procedural Coding 12 weeks Review of Psychiatric Emergencies 10 contact hours Wound Management and Healing 30 contact hours

Moderate Sedation / Analgesia 15 contact hours

Methamphetamine Abuse and Dependence 5contact hours IV and Blood Withdrawal 36 contact hours

EDUCATION BACKGROUND

Licensed Vocational Nurse Degree Maric College San Diego 1987