Site Coordinator Operations Manager

JODIE LA FARGUE

**** **** **** **** **, TUCSON, AZ 85748 520-***-**** *****.********@*******.***

RN LICENSE #255390 / MULTISTATE–EXPIRATION DATE 3/1/2025

PROFESSIONAL SUMMARY

Ambitious registered nurse with 7+ years’ experience in healthcare with strong patient care skills

Hardworking and energetic: flexible; adapt easily to change of environment and work schedule

Maintain critical thinking skills essential to provide competent and dignified patient care

Personable with a positive attitude; interface effectively with patients, families, and healthcare staff.

Patient and family advocacy

Infection control and aseptic procedures

Care plan development

Charting & clinical documentation-CERNER, EPIC

Exceptional problem solving and critical thinking skills

Proficient in clinical skills including but not limited to:

omedication administration, head to toe assessments, focused assessments, drug calculations, IV placement, catheterizations, wound care, NG tubes, tach care, and sterile techniques.

EDUCATION

BSN - Bachelor of Science in Nursing (In Progress) Grand Canyon University, Phoenix, AZ

ADN - Associate of Applied Science in Nursing, 2020 Pima Community College, Tucson, AZ

MBA - Master of Business Administration, 2010 University of Phoenix, Tucson, AZ

oMaster of Human Resources Certificate, 2011 University of Phoenix, Tucson, AZ

BSBA - Bachelor of Science in Business Administration, 2001 University of Phoenix, Tucson, AZ

WORK HISTORY

REGISTERED NURSE, Premiere Medical Group, Tucson, AZ, 3/21- Current

ACUTE CARE

Perform intake/screening

Care plan development

Emergency medical response

Monitor chronic conditions

Procure medication refills

Manage on-site pharmacy

Respond to acute decompensation of patients

Assess and chart observations of the patient’s condition

Complete patient evaluation, including medication review and vital signs

Medication administration

Wound care, monitor wound healing progress

Provide education to patients and families on proper home health care procedures and strategies

Recommend tools or devices that may improve the quality of life for the patient

Coordinate a higher level of care if patients are deemed unstable or noted deterioration in health status

SITE MANAGER / MEDICAL LEAD

Collaborated Covid-19 pandemic relief efforts with FEMA, Pima County, and national vendors to serve the Greater Tucson area.

Facilitated vaccination preparation and distribution training to FEMA Mobile Unit, Pima County, and national vendors.

Coordinated with Pima County for vaccine distribution and administration for in home visits, multi- housing facilities, and DDD care homes.

Educated FEMA Mobile Unit on molecular biology of mRNA and Viral Vectors as they pertain to Moderna, Pfizer, and Janssen Covid-19 vaccines.

Acted as Medical Lead on FEMA Mobile Vaccine Unit for duration of Tucson mission.

Worked collaboratively with the POC of various institutions, locations, housing developments and congregate living facilities.

Ensured preparation and request of all needed supplies and equipment to facilitate mobile vaccination point of dispensing (POD) locations via the appropriate command structure of the project.

Provided direction and instruction to team leads to facilitate exceptional teams and the development of strong leaders within the organization.

Worked collaboratively with the Vaccine Coordinator to ensure adequate vaccine supply and storage plan for all sites.

Work collaboratively with the Operations Manager to develop and implement site plans for all locations where POD’s will be conducted.

Prepared Moderna, Pfizer, and Janssen Covid-19 vaccines for patient administration, labeled with lot #, lot expiration date, and the expiration time of vaccination.

Safely administered COVID-19 vaccinations to patients.

Prepared and maintained a clean and organized vaccination site for vaccine distribution.

Provided education to patients about COVID-19 vaccination and process

Confirmed patient health history prior to administering COVID-19 vaccination

Monitored patients after receiving the COVID-19 vaccination to ensure no adverse events occur

Tracked and recorded dosage information for each patient

Monitored storage and inventory of vaccinations.

Proficient in using electronic medical records.

Phone Triage for COVID Vaccine Clinic Phone Line(s)

Oversaw Walk-in Triage and Care Coordination

Used COVID-19 mRNA Vaccination Worksheet to assess/triage patient for vaccine.

Formulated a plan of care based on nursing assessments, using the nursing process, based on the ANA Standards of Nursing Practice

Proficient in administering medications-all routes and 7 rights (right patient, right drug, right dose, right time, right route, right reason, and right documentation)

Perform other Vaccine Clinic RN staff member's roles as needed basis and multiple roles simultaneously.

Recognized abnormal signs and symptoms and/or changes in patients' condition and responded appropriately by clinic provider notification, vital signs, medication administration, and documentation.

Developed and implemented a plan to meet learning needs, instructing patients and families in what to expect after receiving the COVID-19 Vaccine.

Maintained competency on PPE use/ donning and doffing.

Responsible for environment of care (EOC) issues when on duty. Ensured clean, safe environment.

PERIOPERATIVE NURSE, Banner Medical Center, Tucson, AZ, 6/21- 12/21

Ensure efficient progression of operations by managing pre-op, transport to operating room, documentation of surgery, and post-op care

Start IV, record vitals, and assess mental status of patients before surgery

Work as circulator in OR to maintain sterile environment, conducting regular sponge counts and limiting room to essential personnel

Monitor patient status in recovery room and manage transfer to ICU

Maintained patient safety through preparation of sterile surgical tools

Documented procedures

Communicated patient condition and needs with surgeons, critical care nurses, and family members

Monitored status of ER patients and administers medication

Communicated patient status to physicians

Maintained contact with patient family and friends throughout procedure

Prioritized patient safety and treatment

Assisted with trauma care

Closely monitored ER patients and notified physicians of complications

Administered critical medications

Reacted quickly in emergency situations to ensure high-quality patient care and reduce errors

GRADUATE NURSE, Contract Work - Cornerstone Acute Care Hospital/ Tucson, AZ, 1/21- 4/21

Med-surg, long-term care, acute care

Medication administration, assessments, new admissions, discharges, all other duties that fall within a RN scope of practice.

PATIENT CARE TECHNICIAN / GRADUATE NURSE, Tucson Medical Center, Tucson, AZ, 9/15 – 2/21

COVID-19 VACCINATOR-GRADUATE NURSE, 12/20 – 2/21

Administered first and second dose of Covid-19 vaccinations, Pfizer and Moderna

Met professional nursing standards and pertinent local, state, and federal requirements.

Reviewed immunization consent forms and clinic records to ensure correct vaccines were administered and documented.

Disposed of bio-hazardous waste in the appropriate and prescribed manner.

Emergency response, including epinephrine administration during an anaphylaxis reaction.

Followed protocols for adverse reactions and reporting of incidents and injuries.

PATIENT CARE TECHNICIAN, 9/15 – 12/20

Performed direct patient care services on the Mother Baby Unit, a 49-bed unit, under the supervision of an RN unit manager.

Properly used hospital equipment, materials, and supplies such as a bladder scanner, continuous passive motion device, blood glucose monitoring machine, specimen collection, venous blood collection, doppler, Hoyer lift, EKG machine, etc.

Proven ability to professionally and effectively communicate with both inter and external customers such as patients, patient families and other health professionals.

Assisted with the implementation of selected portions of the patient's care plan including respiratory services and rehabilitation services under the supervision and direction of a registered nurse.

Recognized and addressed patients’ biophysical needs, personal hygiene, physical comfort, nutrition, hydration, and safety.

Promoted patient self-care and independence.

Responded to emergent patient care situations and live saving measures such as providing basic life support, controlling bleeding, and assisting with behavioral crises.

PRIOR TO NURSING

20 years of employee/systems management experience

20 years of project management experience

Excellent communication, presentation, organization, and listening skills

Strong negotiation, influencing, analytical, and problem-solving skills.

Work History

oLoss Mitigation Manager, Citibank, Tucson, AZ 10/11-9/15

oOperations Manager, University of Phoenix, Tucson, AZ, 8/07-6/11 Operations Manager, First Magnus Financial, Tucson, AZ, 10/04-8/07

oMarketing Director, CB Richard Ellis, Tucson, AZ, 4/01-10/04

CERTIFICATIONS

Advanced Cardiovascular Life Support (ACLS), August 5, 2021. American Heart Association, Tucson, AZ

Basic Life Support (BLS), April 2021. American Heart Association, Tucson, AZ

Neonatal Resuscitation (NRP), November 2020. American Heart Association, Tucson, AZ

AWARDS

Philanthropic Educational Organization (P.E.O) Sisterhood Scholarship, Awarded January 2020.

Employee of the Quarter Tucson Medical Center 1st Quarter 2019 -Tucson, AZ

ORGANIZATIONAL AFFILATIONS

Student Nurse Association of Pima (SNAP), Member August 2018 – December 2020.

REFERENCES

Tiffany Branson, RN, Site Coordinator, Premier Medical Group, 515-***-****, *******.******@*****.***

Courtney Wintrode, RN, Tucson Medical Center, 520-***-****, **********@*****.***

Aracelli Cook, RN, PACU Travel Nurse, 520-***-****, *********@*******.***

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