Practical Nurse Licensed

BRIAN EMERSON DEKKERS

**** ********** ****** ***** *** 71, Las Vegas NV 89119 ● 503-***-**** ● *********@*****.*** LICENSED PRACTICAL NURSE

LICENSED PRACTICAL NURSE (LPN) with an excellent performance record in medical, surgical and psychiatric nursing. Demonstrated ability to provide specialized nursing care, both medical and psychiatric care in both a facility and residential settings. Effective in resource stewardship, providing quality services during reduction of funding. Experience also includes Medical/Surgical, Cardiac, Dialysis, Mental Health, Isolation, Skilled Nursing and Chemotherapy patients. Strong professional demeanor and code of ethics demonstrated in working within LPN guidelines and the nursing processes. Additional competencies:

CONSISTENTLY DEMONSTRATE KNOWLEDGE of medical terminology, nursing care, pharmacology, contraindications to medications / treatments and skill in providing educational assistance for individuals and their family members.

EFFECTIVE IN WORKING WITHIN A MULTIDISCIPLINARY TEAM in providing treatment for individuals with multiple diagnoses.

TRUSTED BY NURSING STAFF TO USE INDEPENDENT JUDGMENT within the scope of nursing standards when immediate action is required to provide the highest level of care for patients. Demonstrated skill enough to assess deviations from normal conditions and make immediate modifications to treatment plans, always notifying nursing staff of the treatment plan changes.

HIGHLY KNOWLEDGEABLE OF STANDARD OPERATIONAL PROCEDURES in multiple healthcare environments, including the systematic review of the individual’s medical history, care plans, needs, present condition, diseases / illness and nursing evaluations.

PERFORMED TREATMENTS AND PROCEDURES, such as catheterizations, irrigations, suction, respiratory, tracheostomy care, Supra Pubic / Urostomy care, ileostomy and other bowel related cares. Changed dressings, (both sterile and nonsterile), assisted doctors in bedside procedures, range of motion, collection for lab tests and therapeutic treatments

ACCURATELY ADMINISTERED MEDICATIONS, (PO, IM, Per Rectum, IV, G&J Tube subcutaneously) documented progress and demonstrated general knowledge of side affects, desired progress and outcomes to therapy. Solid understanding of pharmacology and contraindications to medications and treatments

DEMONSTRATED KNOWLEDGE AND SKILLS of basic nursing care duties such as: diagnostic support, i.e.: vital signs, neurological assessments, osculating lung sounds, Perform respiratory treatments, suctioning, making beds, bed baths, general housekeeping, providing clean safe and secure environment, specimen collection, transportation (Ride Connection Certified), recreation, support, transfers, nutrition and hydration, (by mouth G&J tube and IV) intake and output. Provided supervision and training to Nursing and Direct support staff and provided feedback to management on progress during orientation and ongoing education.

UTILIZED DSM IV, ICD-10 AND CPT CODES when recording information in individuals’ EHR as needed

ACCURATELY PROVIDES ASSESSMENTS OF PATIENT CONDITIONS Following up with protocols, MSP’s, EHR and notifying Support Professionals as needed. BRIAN EMERSON DEKKERS Page 2

CORE COMPETENCIES

• Licensed Practical Nurse, State of Oregon

• Treatment & Discharge Planning

• Community Resource Liaison

• Medical & Psychiatric Nursing

• Acute and Preventative Care • Team Management and Supervision

• Comprehensive Service Coordination • Treatment Documentation

• Patient and Staff Scheduling • TruCode Encoder

• Patient Evaluation & Assessment

• EPIC Software

• Program Implementation and Promotion

• ICD 10-CM, CDT-4, CPT-4, CMS-1500,

HCPCS, UB-04

PROFESSIONAL CAREER HISTORY

VIRGINIA GARCIA MEMORIAL HEALTH CENTER June 2019 – February 2020 Beaverton, OR

Professional development training as Panel/Patient Care Coordinator: EPIC software system, charting, scheduling, patient intake/discharge, acute and preventative care coordination with providers and staff, back and front office procedures, MyChart, patient assessments, medication refills, patient referrals, co-developed public nutrition program with clinic dietician, patient wellness education, assist with implementation of clinic wellness programs. BRIGHT NOW DENTAL March 2019 – May 2019

Wilsonville, OR

Professional development training for Patient Care Coordinator: QSI Interface computer system, EHRs, office procedures, scheduling, create new accounts, printing care slips, updating care plans, appointment reminder calls and mailings, assist with daily staff and patient schedules, insurance verification, detailed dental/medical documentation, process client payments. PRODUCTIVITY SKILLS

Windows X, MS Word, MS Excel, MS Outlook, MS Access; Internet; current employer has converted to an automated consumer / patient tracking system BRIAN EMERSON DEKKERS Page 3

ALBERTINA KERR May 2003 – August 2017

17915 SE Blanton Street Salary: $65,000

Milwaukee, Oregon 97267 Hours/Week: 40

Supervisor: Becky Frakes, PM/Becca Bell, RN, 503-***-****; (may contact) Licensed Practical Nurse (LPN)

Provide specialized, total nursing care for people with Developmental Disabilities for this non- profit, residential facility recognized community-wide for providing exceptional care. Member of a 6-person nursing team, that reported directly to an RN, and provided specialized medical, psychiatric and skilled nursing care. Educate people in healthy lifestyle choices, medical precautions and diet / nutrition to increase level of independent living.

• As a member of a multidisciplinary treatment team that includes Psychiatry, Behavioral Health Specialist, MD, Social Services / Social Worker, advocate for individual’s mental, social, recreational and wellness needs in the creation of the comprehensive treatment plan and individualized Service Plan (ISP).

• Performed continuous health monitoring and assessments of individuals for onset of illness/injury, health status and diagnosis changes.

• Provide necessary support for individuals served to achieve desired lifestyles, increase levels of independence, productivity and social/physical integrations.

• Coach, mentor and train new and existing nursing staff as Lead LPN in the absence of the RN.

• Work in a hands-on manner with staff, providing individualized instruction to increase quality of care for patients and to retrain nursing staff in a high turnover industry.

• Performs Detailed Assessments, monitoring health issues of people, served utilizing the nursing process, protocols and procedures, maintaining compliance with funding regulations.

• Administer medications and provide treatments in accordance with physician orders. Evaluated treatment outcomes for desired effects and achievements.

• Provides detailed assessment documentation in EHR and complied with detailed program events and follow up on health-related issues.

• Provide quality nursing support for residents during offsite community activities, serving as a liaison with emergency medical professionals, scheduling and accompanying individual’s on appointments and proactively represented the best interests of the individual.

• Act as client advocate between professional support team and individual for developing plans of care and well-being.

• Demonstrated solid organizational skills in ordering supplies and medications, maintaining appropriate inventory levels.

• Demonstrated ability to utilize resources effectively during multiple funding cuts without compromising quality of care while providing a safe, clean and respectful environment

• Provided comprehensive health information to program employees for initiation and continuation of care to meet the individuals' needs.

• Other Nursing and direct care duties as assigned. EDWARDS CENTER October 2000 – April 2003

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98737 Roundtree Drive Salary: $50,000

Oregon City, Oregon 97045 Hours/Week: 40+

Supervisor: Jeff Gere, 503-***-****, ext. 30; (may contact) Licensed Practical Nurse (LPN)

Provided specialized nursing care for people with Developmental Disabilities in accordance with best practices and boundaries of LPN practices. assist with management of residents’ daily health and Individual Service Plan (ISP) needs in compliance with contractual arrangements with State and County funding sources.

DUNGARVIN OREGON, INC. July 1999 – October 2000

19504 Ashley Drive Salary: $33,500

Oregon City, Oregon 97045 Hours/Week: 40+

Supervisor: Human Resources, 503-***-****

Lead Licensed Practical Nurse (LPN)

Member of a multidisciplinary team that provided specialized medical and psychiatric care for people with disabilities and in-depth medical needs in a community setting. As Lead LPN, supervised and trained direct care staff on correct health care maintenance, providing instruction on diagnosis, complications, medications, treatment regimes and the utilization of the health care system.

CHAMPLAIN VALLEY PHYSICIANS HOSPITAL April 1998 - July 1999 75 Beckman Avenue Salary: $26,000

Plattsburgh, New York 12901 Hours/Week: 40+

Supervisor: Human Resources, 518-***-****

Licensed Practical Nurse – Ortho / Neuro

Initially hired into Float Pool, providing direct patient care in a variety of departments for this busy medical center servicing a multi-county area in upstate in New York. Recruited by RN Manager to join the Ortho / Neuro Staff and assist with post-surgical care of patients with orthopedic and neurological diagnoses. Partnered with an RN and a Certified Nurse’s Aid (CNA) to provide team- based care for 16-23 patients per shift.

• Administered medications, changed dressings, charted patient status, checked vital signs, performed neurological and head-to-toe assessments.

• Performed Medication administration for: Medical/Surgical, Cardiac, Dialysis, Mental Health, Isolation, Skilled Nursing and chemotherapy patients.

• Provided pre- and post-op education regarding home treatments, teaching of dietary requirements, recovery process, restrictions, discharge process, transfer, follow-up appointments, PT and OT.

• Performed oxygen therapy, administered narcotic and non-narcotic medications, diabetic medications and cardiac medications via PO (orally), IV (intravenous) IM (intramuscular). Member of a Code team that responded to emergency situations, consistently demonstrating ability to remain calm and proactive in life-threatening situations. BRIAN EMERSON DEKKERS Page 5

SUNMOUNT DDSO May 1987 – April 1998

401 Park Street Salary: $37,000

Tupper Lake, New York 12986 Hours/Week: 40+

Supervisor: Human Resources, 518-***-****; (may contact) Licensed Practical Nurse

Recruited by this state-owned and operated facility that provided specialized nursing care for people / consumers of all ages with Developmental Disabilities. Joined the organization as a Community Resident Aid and promoted into LPN position at the completion of degree. Due to reorganization, LPN position was eliminated in 4/94. Promoted to Developmental Disabilities Services Center Treatment Aide at the Center for Intensive Treatment, a division of SUNMOUNT DDSO. Provided intensive treatment and programming for individuals with disabilities whom were in the criminal justice system and needed individualized rehabilitation. Left the organization in 12/94 and was recruited when an LPN position was available, rejoining the Nursing team in 10/95.

• Independently worked as a Team Nurse Respondent responsible to meet the immediate health care nursing needs of 48 individuals on assigned units. Served as the direct interface

/ link between consumers / residents / patients and their assigned physician.

• Supervised, trained and oriented RN/LPN to consumers, medications, Central Medication Room, med runs as well as to all expected

responsibilities.

• Independently worked out of a central medication room, serving 3 units, 48 consumers, administering medications in accordance with medical orders.

• Monitored pre-op and post-op patients, oxygen therapy, tracheostomy care, monitor of IV therapy and gamma globulin

therapy.

• Review of 24-hour reports; provided follow up and through between shift report.

• Provided a wide range of direct nursing care while utilizing the nursing process. Formulated and implemented nursing care plans, charting and assessments. EDUCATION & CERTIFICATIONS

NEVADA STATE BOARD OF NURSING

OREGON STATE BOARD NURSING LICENSE NUMBER- 98005079 NEW YORK STATE REGISTRATION NUMBER- 217545-1

ON SITE TRAINING PROGRAM 2019-2020

PORTLAND COMMUNITY COLLEGE

MEDICAL OFFICE ADMINISTRATION, 2019

CONCORDE CAREER COLLEGE, PORTLAND, OR

ASSOCIATES IN APPLIED SCIENCE DEGREE, MAY 1993

LICENSED PRACTICAL NURSE CERTIFICATE, MAY 1991

COMMUNITY RESIDENCE AIDE CERTIFICATE, MAY 1987

NORTH COUNTRY COMMUNITY COLLEGE, SARANAC LAKE, NY

HIGH SCHOOL EQUIVALENCY DIPLOMA, APRIL1985

SARANAC LAKE HIGH SCHOOL

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SELECTED TRAINING

• Protocol MSP, ISP, BSP, monthly at Staff Meetings

• Policy & Procedure Reviews, monthly at Staff Meetings

• Blood Borne Pathogens, 3/2019

• Abuse Rule / Reporting, 4/2019

• Client Rights, 12/2018

• CPR, 10/2022

• DDS Database, 4/2019

• First Aide, 9/2017

• Positioning Trainings & Review, 8/2017

• Back Safety, 7/2017

• Physical Management, 8/2017

• Medications, Level 1 & 2, 8/2003

• State Mandated: ILearn.com, Completed 12/2017

• DHS Mandated Background Check, Completed 3/2019

• I Learn.com, 12/2017

• CPSO Course, 3/2019

• Drug Screen, 4/2019

• HIV Certification, 1/2019

REFERENCES

Becky Frakes, 971-***-****

Becca Bell, 360-***-****

JoAnn Harding-Funk, 503-***-****

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