Shannon Cabrera, LPN

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Garner, NC 27529

585-***-****

ad2jva@r.postjobfree.com

Objective

Seeking a challenging position as a Licensed Practical Nurse. Where I can utilize my skills and experience, while continuing to learn and develop in a team-oriented environment.

Experience

Present – 12/2008

Raleigh Endocrine Associates

Raleigh, NC

-Licensed Practical Nurse in busy Endocrine office.

-Extensive knowledge of all Endocrine Systems.

-Overseen and supervised MA's and CNA's.

-Successful completion of EMR to include Allscripts and Clinix.

-Performs proper measurements of vitals to include height, weight, blood pressure and pulse.

-High proficiency in medications to include dose, strength, contraindications and use.

-Electronic prescriptions, written prescriptions and verbal prescriptions per MD order.

-Prior Authorizations for medications, and radiology procedures.

-Prepare and administer medications as per MD orders.

-Download insulin pumps, CGM's, and blood glucose meters for MD review.

-Proper documentation of pertinent medical history.

-Triage critical questions and situations.

-Provide patient education pertaining to radiology reports, ultrasound reports, lab reports, lab orders, procedures, medications, endocrine disorders, etc.

-Identify and set up supplies for thyroid FNA's as well as assist the MD with the FNA.

-Gather measurements, signs and symptoms that can be used by MD in making treatment decisions for patient.

-Schedule appointments as per office protocol.

12/2008 – 09/2003

Rochester General Hospital

Rochester, NY

-Licensed Practical Nurse in a 54-station chronic ESRD facility.

-Successfully completed a facility specific hemodialysis training program which included:

CVC training program

A comprehensive competency checklist with return demonstration of skills

A facility specific comprehensive final exam

-Prepare and administer medications as per MD orders.

-Gather measurements, signs and symptoms that can be used by the RN in making decisions about the nursing care of specific patients.

-Identify and set up supplies necessary for commencing and terminating a hemodialysis treatment.

-Document in accordance to facility policy.

-Monitor and report changes in treatment or unusual observation to RN.

-Proficient with the operation, set-up, and treatment trouble-shooting of the Fresenius 2008H/K.

-Overseen and supervised hemodialysis patient care technicians in assigned area.

-Proficient at AV graft and fistula cannulation.

2003 - 2001

Ruby Tuesdays

Elmira, NY

-Hostess/Waitress for fast pace restaurant chain.

-Greeted customers, scheduled reservations, prepared seating arrangements for various party sizes.

-Interacted with customers to provide restaurant services in team-oriented environment.

2001- 1997

Total Recall Message Center

Elmira, NY

-Call center representative for physicians, sales and other professional organizations.

-Answered and forwarded calls based on policy and customer specifications.

-Responsible for multiple phone lines and prioritizing workload.

2000 – 1999

Private Duty Companion

Elmira, Corning, NY

-Provided daily living assistance to hospice clients.

-Communicated with family members and healthcare providers.

-Coordinated meals, medication schedule, activities and overseen patient safety.

Education

Tioga BOCES, Elmira Heights, NY

Graduated May 2003, Certificate in Practical Nursing

NYS License Number: 284966

Twin Tiers Baptist High School, Breesport, NY

Graduated June1997, NYS High School Diploma

Other

CPR Certified

Experience with O2 concentrators, Infusion Pumps, Glucometers, Hoyer Lifts, Insulin pumps, GGM (Continuous Glucose Monitors)

Computer literate: Windows, Word, Internet, and Email

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