LAURA

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EXPERIENCE JANUARY 2025 – CURRENT (PROVIDEING CARE AND SUPPORT TO MY DAUGHTER OUT OF STATE FOR SURGERY AND RECOVERY NEEDS) DECEMBER 2022 – DECEMBER 2024 LPN, HCA FLORIDA OCALA TRAUMA SPECIALISTS Provided nursing support for Level I Trauma Surgeons in advanced after-care treatment and comprehensive care to best address the medical, physical, emotional and vocational challenges for individuals with Brain Injury, Spinal Cord Injury, Stroke, Amputation, Neurological Disorders, Orthopedic Conditions, Multiple Traumas and Complicated Wound Management. FEBRUARY 2022 – NOVEMBER 2022 LPN-PRE-OPERATIVE ASSESSMENT NURSE, INDIANA HAND TO SHOULDER CENTER Responsible for obtaining medical history and physical assessment of pre-operative patients for two surgeons, obtaining medical clearances as necessary, provide patient education on proposed surgical procedure, including pre-and post-operative expectations. OCTOBER 2014 – FEBRUARY 2022 LPN-PHYSICIAN LIAISON, LAFAYETTE PAIN CARE AND AMBULATORY SURGERY CENTER Work with patients on an individual basis offering education on procedures, health and wellness protocols as relates to pain concerns (diabetes, weight management, activity recommendation, etc..). Procedure and surgical scheduling for four providers, manage daily triage calls. Act as Liaison between LPC providers and community providers, developing collaborative working relationships, practice productivity and excellence in patient care outcomes. Previously, I acted as Marketing/Referral Coordinator and Pre-Op, PACU and OR nurse circulator. JUNE 2016 – OCTOBER 2016 LPN CHARGE NURSE, NURSES AND MORE & MEDICAL STAFFING SOLUTIONS (AGENCY-PART TIME/PRN) Provide direct care for patient(s) disease and wound processes, attended to patient/family needs, documented observation, treatment and patient response in EMR. Coordinated patient care with PCP and health care specialists, as needed. OCTOBER 2015 – JUNE 2016 ASSISTANT CLINICAL DIRECTOR, ASTER PLACE Oversee day-today clinical operations; assure that all care/services are consistently available to residents, as presented in Mission Statement. Clinical staff recruiting, competencies, probationary evaluations, annual evaluations/terminations. AUGUST 2004 – OCTOBER 2015 LPN, GREAT LAKES CARING & PHYSIOCARE HOME HEALTH CARE AND HOSPICE Performed comprehensive nursing assessment in patient home, ALF and SNF. Evaluated clinical needs of patient with focus on pain and symptom management. Collaborated with interdisciplinary care team and PCP to provide optimal care for Home Health Care patients to return to maximum functional capacity and most effective plan of care for Hospice and Palliative Care patients and their families at end of life and during treatments for life-limiting illnesses. EDUCATION AUGUST 2004 LICENSED PRACTICAL NURESE, IVY TECH COMMUNITY COLLEGE, LAFAYETTE, IN SKILLS • Excellent written, verbal communication and interpersonal skills. • Experience managing multiple providers and large staff • Strong ability to work independently, as well as collaboratively with care team. • Strong Marketing & Presentation Skills REFERENCES AVAILABLE UPON REQUEST • BLS Certification • EMR and Windows software proficiency • Exemplary work ethic, critical thinking skills, motivated • 14+ year experience as Logistics Manager for ISUZU Motors / GM, involved in strategic planning, operations and capital budget, contract negotiation and presentation, daily operations, staff management.