Nursing Professor and Psychiatric RN

Mary P. Lovingfoss

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LA CA 90015

(951) 543 - 1015

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Credentials

Registered Nurse (RN) License # 60542420 Washington State expires 7/6/2018.

Bachelor of Science in Nursing (BSN) from Loma Linda University graduated 12/2004.

Currently in the Clinical Psychology Program at Pepperdine University W. LA.

Work History and References

Professor Of Nursing 08/21-Current

I currently work at Platt College teaching Community and Mental Health to LVN students. I also teach clinical at LAC-USC and other facilities. I prepare skills lab for practicing nursing skill for students as well.

House Supervisor

South Sound Behavioral Hospital 04/19-04/21

I am the supervisor for a 108-bed hospital. I was responsible for ensuring nurses and support staff were present, doing their jobs and were appropriately distributed according to patient acuity. I ordered supplies. I oversaw the emergency medical team. I audited charts, did admissions, evaluations, and discharges, supervised and participated in takedowns, provided psychotherapy, filled in when charge nurses called off, did daily shift reports for department heads, talked to patients and family members, provided breaks for staff by doing their jobs when we are short, handled disputes, initiated disciplinary actions, educated staff, reviewed incident reports, oriented staff both nursing staff and therapists for first two weeks, was responsible for supplies and functioning of building.

Field Nurse

Accent Care 01/19- 04/19

I assessed and admitted patients, called doctors for orders, provided patient teaching, and visited patients with mental health issues in their homes. I developed a nursing diagnosis and patient plan of care. I implemented the nursing process and evaluated it for effectiveness. I supervised CNAs.

Charge Nurse

Metropolitan Development Council 02/18- 12/18

I ensured the safety of guests and staff. I assessed patients, obtained orders from medical and psychiatric providers, passed medications using the electronic health record system, charted on patients, and led group therapy with patients. I update shift reports. I participate in takedowns and have special training (AVADE certification) for this procedure.

Correctional Nurse

Pelican Bay State Prison /RO Health 08/17- 1/18

I assessed inmates with medical and psychiatric issues in the Prison Hospital. I participated in and collaborated with other team members on scheduled IDT meetings regularly. I charted on electric charts and obtained orders for treatments and medications. I collaborate with the psych team and medical team in order to implement the best care possible for each patient inmate who visits the prison hospital. I am part of the emergency medical response team.

Registered Nurse

Recovery Innovations International 04/17 – 08/17

I assessed patients who were in crisis coming from all walks of life. I obtained orders from MD and ARNP. I give medication and treatments. I administered B52’s to patients who are very disorganized and who posed a threat to themselves and to others. Many are SI/HI (suicidal/harm to self or others) with a plan. Police dropped off arrestees for evaluation or treatment which I was in charge of.. I talk patients down in order to keep them from escalating. I helped patients find new avenues of recovery. I admitted and discharged patients. I tested urine for drugs and gave ETOH tests routinely. I do nurse to nurse reports when receiving and taking patients from the Emergency Department. I give a report to the ARNP.

Nurse Manager

Lakeside Milam Recovery Center 01/17 to 3/17

I reviewed the nurses’ timecards. I made the nursing schedules. I attended weekly department head meetings. I ordered the nursing department supplies. I assessed patients using CIWA assessment tools, gave medications, obtained MD and ARNP orders. I sent patients to the ER when necessary. I spoke with family members. I gave first aid and patient teaching. I held monthly nursing meetings and did nursing education. I prepared medication for patients going out. I cared for diabetic patients and patients with seizures. I celebrated the patient's graduation from the clinic and recovery with patients and their families. I was always on call. I made the schedule and trained new nurses. I ordered the nursing supplies.

US Immigration & Customs Enforcement RN

Homeland Security NW Detention Center 07/16 to 12/16

I assess patients, obtain orders, took sick calls, book outs, admits, transfers, saw patients in segregation, took care of psyche patients in the Medical Hold Unit, take care of TB patients, do pill line, am charge nurse, work in diabetic line and screen patients. I did my charting on ECW software. I received orders for medications and treatments, ran a team crash cart to detainees in emergencies, set follow up appointments with Providers and obtained orders from MD for detainees. I gave & received a report on the status of Detainees. I assisted MDs & NPs during procedures. I set appointments with social services and ordered special equipment when needed. I attend online training. This is a secured facility. I had Pll clearance.

Assistant Director of Nurses/Infection Control Nurse/Staff Developer

Mountain Valley Care and Rehab 8/15 to 4/16

Contact Jodi Hagaman DON 208-***-****

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I supervised and instructed RNs, LVNs, and CNAs. I did wound care for long term residents and rehab residents. Kept track of, logged, and completed daily reports on all infections and wounds using Point Click Care. Took call and kept track of all call offs, gave Nurse training of newly implemented systems. Attended monthly MDs, Therapists, and Psychiatrist meetings with patients. I completed Gradual Dose reduction reports on select residents. Interacted with patients and family members. Provide direct patient care during emergencies such as during patient escapes, falls, seizures, and episodes of altered levels of consciousness in patients.

Director of Nurses (DON)

Angel Care Home Health 6/10 to 7/15

Contact Bernard Santos Owner/Administrator 951-***-****

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I supervised all nursing and allied staff. I did pt. teaching, patient evaluations, Start of Cares, Discharges, Recertification, and took call. Obtained MD orders and coordinated patient care within our company and between other health care providers such as hospitals, clinics, general practitioners, etc. I did chart reviews. I did orientation for nurses. I helped the company pass Joint Commission. I visited patients in all manner of weather conditions and at all times of the night when needed..

RN Case Manager

Pacific Hospice 9/08-6/10

Contact Deborah Fathleery Registered Nurse 951-***-****

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I provided case management for 25+ patients. I supervised and delegated duties to RN’s, LVNs (LPNs) and Certified Home Health Aides. I did Admissions, Recertification and Discharged patients. I attended daily stand up and interdisciplinary team meetings. I took call. I visited residents in hospitals, rehabs, SNF’s, and in their homes. I gave orientation and training to new RNs.

Telemetry

Riverside Community Hospital 12\04-12/05

Admit and discharge patients. Record patient medical history and symptoms on computer, assessed patients, administered treatments and medications, assisted MDs with procedures, started IVs and set up cardio monitoring equipment on patients. I helped perform diagnostic tests and analyzed results. Explained post-treatment needs, diet, nutrition and exercise program. Supervise LVNs and obtain MD orders. I did patient and Family teaching pre and post-surgery.

Education

BSN

Loma Linda School of Nursing 12/2004

Nominated Sigma Theta Tau

Pepperdine Clinical Psychology Program W. LA Attending

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