Care Medical

Tara Conger

Address: **** ****** **** *****

Haines city, Florida 33844

Phone Number :1-863-***-****

Email Address: **************@*****.***

Professional Background:

Certifications:

Licensed Practical Nurse - State of Florida

CPR/AED through American Red Cross

HIV/AIDS

Domestic Violence

Medication Error

IV certified

Skill Highlights:

Acute care

Long term care

Skilled nursing care

Palliative care

Psychiatric care

Staff training and development

High risk trauma situations

Knowledge in HIPPA regulations

Infection control

IV certified

Injections

Wound care

Knowledge in usage of wound vacs

Fistula care

Colostomies

Catheter care

CPR/AED

Transcribe orders verbal/hand written and verify when needed

Experience in leadership with positive motivation

Professional Experience:

08/2006-current: At home care.. LPN

For the past 6 years I have worked along side home health in the care of my mother related to breast cancer that metastasized to colon cancer. I also worked along side hospice in the care of my father-in-law and brother-in-law related to lung cancer that metastasized into brain cancer for both. After the passing of my father-in-law and brother-in-law i realized I want the opportunity to care and motivate patients and families in the home setting...

I administered IV antibiotics and TPN after assisting in diagnostic testing. Monitoring closely to assure positive results. After educating myself on proper usage of a wound vac, was able to heal an extremely large abdominal wound. Administered palliative care when was needed. Educated self and family members of the need for proper nutrition during chemotheraphy

06/2005-08/2006: Life Care of Winter Haven..LPN

Managed caseload of 20 plus residents, providing education, treatments, IV therapy and wound care. Ensured efficacy of treatments through monitoring of treatment regimens. Accurately documented all elements of nursing assessment, treatments, medications, discharge instructions, and follow-up care. Evaluated staffing requirements and floor assignments and implemented new requirements based on evaluation. Worked as part of team to ensure proper care and safety of patients. Monitored and clarified proper documentation of ADLs by CNAs. Collaborated and coordinated with all types of therapy and necessary needs of residents to meet care plan requirements, and assessing and implementing changes as needed.

08/2000 -06/2005: Jail Bartow/Frostproof..LPN

Triaged in acute setting as needed in high risk trauma situations . Maintained proper infection control procedures. Monitored and managed psychiatric inmates. Performed sick call daily, documenting and ordering approved medication while staying within scope of practice as defined by state law. Administered medications and assisted in diagnostic testing, working closely with doctors, officers and medical staff. Monitored and assessed inmates withdrawing from over usage of legal and/or illegal medication as well as alcohol

06/1998-08/2000: Dove Healthcare Lakewales..LPN

Evaluated patient care needs, prioritized treatment, and maintained patient flow. Often commended for maintaining the safety, respect and dignity of residents. I have experience with various medical conditions including Parkinson's, Dementia, Diabetes, Cancer and Alzheimer 's. I have coordinated with doctors and registered nurses to develop care plans for patients. Helped physicians examine and treat patients, assisting with instruments, injections and suture removal. Authorized drug refills and provided detailed prescription information to pharmacies. Monitored patient reactions to drugs and carefully documented progress. Recorded patients' medical history, vital statistics and test results in medical records.

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