* in rehab/long-term care units. * 20 bed locked dementia unit * Wound care * Supervision and discipline of subordinates. * Post and pre-surgical care * Patient load max 31 Manor At Blue Water Bay January 9,2017- July 20, 2017 Wound care Program Manager of 120 bed longterm and rehab facility * * Quarters log program * Asses cat 1 shops and offer recommendations to shop supervisor and medical personnel on safety concerns. * Assess exposures to hazardous material in members through medical examination. To include lung testing for those exposed to inhalants. * Assessing trends present in occupational shops and participating in the OEHWG (occupational and environmental health working group) meeting * Preceptor and trainer for new nurses on unit. * Education and training records manager. Okaloosa Regional Home Health May 1, 2014 - August 15,2014 Serve as case manager for 26 patients receiving services from Defuniak Springs FL to Milton FL. * Visited patient's homes and all assisted living communities and performed full head-to-toe assessments done each visit including in depth COPD and CHF assessments. * Medication teaching and reconciliation * Experienced in admission and discharge of patients to home health services. * Provided detailed teaching specific to disease/injury admission discharge and regulatory paperwork (ie: DNR & living will) * Provided teaching on new limitations caused by illness or injury * Educated patients with diabetes mellitus CHF COPD new ostomies catheter care and other comorbidities. * Evaluated new and chronic injuries and illnesses in an efficient and professional manner * Provided wound care for minor and major wounds both trauma related and surgical including assessment and wound care recommendations Obtained assessed and monitored vital signs intake and output of fluids and documented findings in a timely manner. * Collected lab samples in the home through veni-puncture and finger stick and transported specimens correctly and timely to the lab. Supervised Home Health aides LPNs and the PT /OT staff providing care to my patients. * Assess the needs of the patients and write the appropriate care plans and revise plans as needed. * Performed teachings and coordinated follow-up care for patient and charted as needed for continuation of care and home care services.
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