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Lincoln, Nebraska, United States

RN assisting with Certified Nursing Assistant (CNA) classes and performing state testing for CNAs.

RN teaching Medication Aide (MA) classes, assisting with Certified Nursing Assistant (CNA) classes, and performing state testing for CNAs and MAs.

Boys Town, Nebraska, United States

Nursing Instructor for Certified Nursing Assistants (CNAs) teaching best-practice basic nursing skills and holistic ethical patient care. The classroom is a therapeutic environment emphasizing teamwork and communication, supporting Boys Town life skill training, teaching state-approved nurse aid curriculum, and instilling care and compassion for others in my students.

Omaha, Nebraska, United States

Certified Wound, Ostomy, and Continence Nurse providing quality wound care and education for variety of wounds: moisture associated dermatitis, intertriginous dermatitis, traumatic wounds, skin tears, lower extremity vascular wounds (arterial, venous, and diabetic), and pressure injuries with an emphasis on pressure ulcer prevention. Wound Care Education regarding risk assessment, wound assessment, and admission skin assessments. Recommended improved product formulary and provided staff… Show more Certified Wound, Ostomy, and Continence Nurse providing quality wound care and education for variety of wounds: moisture associated dermatitis, intertriginous dermatitis, traumatic wounds, skin tears, lower extremity vascular wounds (arterial, venous, and diabetic), and pressure injuries with an emphasis on pressure ulcer prevention. Wound Care Education regarding risk assessment, wound assessment, and admission skin assessments. Recommended improved product formulary and provided staff education regarding effective use of new products. Nursing Educator for Certified Nursing Assistants (CNAs) and Medication Aides (MAs) initiating frequent, regular education regarding facility protocols for direct care and medication provision. Integration of evidence-based practice into trainings (individualized for MAs) through therapeutic learning environment with emphasis on team building and improving care processes to improve patient outcomes. Show less

Council Bluffs, Iowa, United States

Nurse Consultant for community homes for the developmentally disabled population at Developmental Services of Iowa in both Council Bluffs, IA. Educated medication managers regarding best Standards of Practice while caring for the complex needs of this population. Promoted translation of evidence-based research into cost-effective best patient care for these community home settings. Provided complete, wholistic assessments and reviews of client through analysis and reviews. Specialize in… Show more Nurse Consultant for community homes for the developmentally disabled population at Developmental Services of Iowa in both Council Bluffs, IA. Educated medication managers regarding best Standards of Practice while caring for the complex needs of this population. Promoted translation of evidence-based research into cost-effective best patient care for these community home settings. Provided complete, wholistic assessments and reviews of client through analysis and reviews. Specialize in advocacy for spectrum of client needs (physical, emotional, psychological, social, and spiritual). Active in collaboration of care between medical team, pharmacy, management staff, in-home staff, and clients to promote continuity of care. Show less

Omaha, Nebraska, United States

Wound, Ostomy, and Continence Care: Patient care including diabetic monitoring, medication administration for acute, long term, and memory unit patients. Team building with supervisory, nursing, nursing support, therapies, patients, and families to promote best patient care.

Omaha, Nebraska, United States

Provided skilled nursing for rehabilitation, long-term care, and memory-care patients. Resolved patient problems and needs by using multidisciplinary team strategies. Maintained safe and clean working environment by complying with procedures, rules, and regulations. Protected patients and employees by following infection control protocols, medication administration, storage procedures and controlled substance regulations. Promoted a therapeutic environment by validating and attending to… Show more Provided skilled nursing for rehabilitation, long-term care, and memory-care patients. Resolved patient problems and needs by using multidisciplinary team strategies. Maintained safe and clean working environment by complying with procedures, rules, and regulations. Protected patients and employees by following infection control protocols, medication administration, storage procedures and controlled substance regulations. Promoted a therapeutic environment by validating and attending to holistic patient needs while providing health and medical care. Show less

Irvine, California, United States

Educated and sold wellness technologies. Was rated in top 2% of Nikken North America.

Masters Of Science In Nursing, Advanced Practice Nurse Educator, Masters Program

Activities and Societies: Nebraska Health Care Association, American Association of Nurse Life Care Planners (AANLCP), Sigma Theta Tau.

Bachelor'S Degree In Nursing, Nursing, Bachelor Degree In Nursing

Activities and Societies: American Nurses Association, Wound, Ostomy, Continence Nurses Society, National Society of Leadership and Success

Associate'S Degree, Registered Nursing/Registered Nurse

Activities and Societies: American Nurses Association, Business and Professional Women's Foundation, Executive Women's International, PEO.

Bachelor Of Arts - Ba, Foreign Language And International Studies

Wocn, Cfcn, Nursing Specialty Program

Activities and Societies: Wound, Ostomy, Continence Nurses Society