Occupational Health Nurse
Resume:
THERESA CLIFTON BSN, RN
West Chester, OH ***** admigu@r.postjobfree.com
Authorized to work in the US for any employer
Work Experience
Health Manager
Ohio Valley Goodwill Industries - Springdale, OH
June 2015 to Present
Administer medication, various treatments, first aid and emergency care to individuals with mental and/or physical disabilities including behaviors, while participating in work program at Goodwill. Maintain documentation, physicians’ orders and any changes that may incur. Communicate with families or providers for medication refills or equipment required to provide treatment for individual.
Responsible for oversight of company's Workers Compensation, random drug testing, safety awareness programs and infection control management. Provide medical care to employees and program participants which may include taking and recording temperature and blood pressure readings, providing oral, topical and/or inhalation medication, diabetes management, Administer flu shots, TB skin tests and Hepatitis B vaccines.
Keep current medication records on all persons receiving prescription medication administered by the nurse. Maintains necessary medical supplies and safety equipment; Contacts physicians, agencies, medical centers, and hospitals to obtain required medical information. Communicates with persons absent due to illness or accident. Conducts health counseling and reviews medical records. Review post-employment medical questionnaires.
Participate in Safety Cabinet meetings, accident review and infection control meetings. Conduct health and safety in-service for staff. Coordinate health awareness programs for employees. Collaborate with other team members to resolve any concerns related to review of monthly accidents for all 19 stores. Maintain OSHA 300A, OSHA 300 using ADP system. Provide telephonic assessment and recommendations to remote Goodwill stores including referrals to Urgent Care or Emergency Department. Liaison and consult with TPA's in Ohio, Indiana, and Kentucky. Maintain communication with injured worker, their supervisor and Human Resources Director ensuring best outcomes for the worker. Schedule necessary classes for staff to maintain certification related to delegated nursing and CPR recert.
Contact and evaluate employee illnesses and potential exposure to contagious diseases and make recommendations regarding time off, testing and return to work based on regulatory guidance, employee safety. Track resident and staff COVID exposures in accordance with Ohio Dept of Health and the CDC. Arrange for appropriate testing with goal of obtaining results timely. Track illnesses and maintaining HIPAA compliance.
Facilitator
Fortis College - Cincinnati, OH
April 2012 to Present
Practical Nurse Educator for didactic, clinical and laboratory.
Primary focus first term students setting standards and expectations for future nurses in the field.
Subjects taught include:
Basic Skills in Nursing,
Fundamental Nursing,
MedSurg I, MedSurg II,
Pharmacology and IV.
Record student attendance. progress reports, academic coach program with flexible hours for tutoring students in need.
Program utilizes Canvas, ExamSoft. Outlook internal communications, My campus Link. HESI testing.
Unit Manager
Chatsworth Health Care Center - Palm Beach Gardens, FL
September 2011 to April 2012
Direct, supervise and manage a 70-bed skilled unit including registered nurses. Responsible for frequent admissions to the unit. Responsible for the following:
Conduct employee appraisals.
Provide education/teaching needs.
Implementation of employee recognition program.
Provide in service education and support for staff, work in collaboration with multi-discipline team to achieve patient goals. Primary liaison between families, physicians. vendors, administration, and staff.
Admission Specialist
Hospice of Cincinnati - Blue Ash, OH
June 2006 to July 2011
Initiate contact with potential clinically appropriate clients and/or their families through a referral source that has obtained a physician's order for a hospice evaluation. Travel to various hospitals, long term care facilities and private homes throughout Cincinnati area. Provide information and education related to philosophy and services provided by hospice, addressing concerns and questions of client and families.
Communication with physicians. social services, discharge planners. facility administration, pharmacies and assigned hospice team with client's status, recommendations, orders, and concerns.
Create electronic medical chart.
Liaison for multiple disciplines.
Provide education for clients, families, and staff. Maintain electronic communications.
Daisy Award Recipient
Admission Nurse
VITAS Healthcare - Cincinnati, OH
March 2004 to June 2006
Initiate contact with potential clinically appropriate clients and/or their families through a referral source that has obtained a physician's order for a hospice evaluation. Travel to various hospitals. long term care facilities and private homes throughout Cincinnati and Dayton area.
Provide information and education related to philosophy and services provided by Vitas hospice, addressing concerns of client and families.
Communication with physicians, social services, discharge planners. facility administration, pharmacies and assigned hospice team with client's status. Recommendations and concerns.
Manager for admission nurse training program.
Assistant Director of Nursing
HCR ManorCare - Madeira, OH
September 2001 to September 2003
In liaison with the Director of Nursing and Administrator through the direction of corporate guidelines assist in the responsibility and accountability for the management of residents in a 150-bed extended care facility with direct management of 30 bed skilled unit within the facility.
Assessment and determination of potential admissions level of care. Monitor quality indicator reports and chart audits. Focus goals included improved care for residents. improved customer satisfaction. incident reduction and staff retention.
Interim Director of Nursing for 6 months.
Implemented orientation program for new team members.
Successful implementation employee recognition program.
Coordinated and implemented monthly nurses meeting.
Successful state surveys.
Improved charting process for skilled unit.
Unit Manager
Mason Christian Village - Mason, OH
January 1996 to September 2001
Direct, supervise and manage a 40-bed skilled unit including. Responsible for admissions to the unit. Identifying and providing education needs for staff and residents.
Primary liaison between families, physicians. vendors, administration, and staff.
Conduct employee appraisals.
Provide education/teaching.
Implementation of employee recognition program.
Employee of the year - 2000.
Staff Nurse
Hi-Tech Nursing - Palm Beach Gardens, FL
August 1989 to August 1996
Fulfill nursing positions in various healthcare settings as needed throughout
Palm Beach County including hospitals, nursing facilities and private duty with high profile clients.
Occupational Health Nurse
Alders – Portsmouth, England
September 1985 to March 1989
Provide employee annual health exams, first response medical care within a retail environment to guests and employees of store.
Accounts Receivable
Responsible for the accounts receivable department for the perfumery section of the store. Liaison with the department manager and vendors for the perfumes.
Education
Bachelor of Science in Nursing
Indiana Wesleyan University - West Chester, PA May 2009
Associate in Science (AS) in Nursing
Excelsior University - Not Specified February 2001
Practical Nursing Diploma in Nursing
Palm Beach County School of Practical Nursing - Riviera Beach, FL
June 1985
Certified Nurse’s Aide
Palm Beach County Certified Nursing Assistant Program - Riviera Beach, FL
High school diploma
Mt. Healthy High School - Mount Healthy, OH
Skills
Diverse Nursing Experience
Employee Orientation
Workers' Compensation
Tutoring
Case Management
Medication Administration
Home Care
EMR Systems
Occupational Health Experience
Triage
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