Nori Ferguson
Nursing
Pasadena
Summary
Dedicated Nursing professional with history of meeting company goals utilizing consistent and organized practices. Skilled in working under pressure and adapting to new situations and challenges to best enhance the organizational brand. Dedicated and compassionate RN with progressive career history in direct patient care in fast-paced environment. Proven to remain calm under pressure and skillfully handle difficult patients and high-stress situations. Consistently developing strong relationships with patients and families through empathetic communication, respectful attitude and excellent customer service.
Overview
21
21
years of professional experience
3
3
years of post-secondary education
Work History
Home Infusion Registered Nurse
Foundations Healthcare Consultants(FOHECO) LLC
07.2023 - Current
- Instructed patients and caregivers in standard care, developed and revised individual plans of care and implemented physician orders.
- Peripheral access and central line proficient.
- Collaborated with administrative and pharmacy staff to plan refill scheduling and deliveries of medications.
- Conducted pre-discharge patient assessments in hospital or clinic setting when appropriate, submitting required patient care documentation and reports.
- Refilled and programmed various pumps including Curlin 6000 for multiple infusion therapy.
- Administered home IVIG, chemotherapy, Biological therapies throughout MD and covered areas independent and autonomous.
- Performed Central line dressing changes in accordance with physician orders.
- Performed infusion and patient assessments and monitored patient response to fulfill emergency needs and provide psychosocial support to both adult, geriatric and pediatric populations.
- Supported account executives and clinical liaisons by providing educational programs or visits to referrals sources as requested.
- Promoted patient and family comfort during challenging recoveries to enhance healing and eliminate non-compliance problems.
- Offered exceptional care and support to individuals recovering from acute incidents and dealing with chronic conditions.
- Documented treatments delivered, medications and IVs administered, discharge instructions, and follow-up care.
- Monitored patient reactions after administering medications and IV therapies.
- Recorded details regarding therapies to keep patient charts updated.
- Explained course of care and medication side effects to patients and caregivers in easy-to-understand terms.
- Educated family members and caregivers on patient care instructions.
- Communicated with healthcare team members to plan, implement and enhance treatment strategies.
- Followed all personal and health data procedures to effectively comply with HIPAA laws and prevent information breaches.
- Evaluated patient histories, complaints, and current symptoms.
Mobile/Office Infusion Nurse
Restoration Hydration LLC
11.2021 - Current
- Office and Mobile Unit
- Infusion Nurse travels on site or in office setting to administer various types of immune boosts and/or injection therapy or hydration to include NAD therapy
- Responsibilities include preparing requested infusion, starting IV access including Peripheral ,Port access;PICC and Midline, administering infusions, and clover payment management
- Monitored patient reactions after administering medications and IV therapies.
- Administration of infusions and injections to large gatherings or conventions as requested and coordination of events and scheduling on demand
- This autonomous position requires excellent organization and time management skills that allows for timely completion of assignments and to self-manage as schedule permits.
- Assessed patients to determine individual needs and develop care plans in coordination with multidisciplinary healthcare professionals
Rapid Response Registered Nurse
Hospice Of The Chesapeake
06.2023 - 01.2024
- Assumes primary responsibility for HOC total census during assigned shift, including triaging, assessing, planning, implementing and evaluation phases of nursing process.
- Maintains regular communication with triage, clinical managers, physicians, and members of interdisciplinary team concerning patient/family care needs and response to interventions.
- Instructs patients and families in managing symptoms, triages all calls and routes to appropriate resources.
- Assist with triage when needed.
- Rapid Response RNs provide care to our patients in all settings, including skilled and crisis nursing visits, admissions, death visits, continuous care and GIP. Our Rapid Response RNs may also provide Triage Support, managing in-coming calls to answer questions, locate appropriate person or resource, provide comfort and manage symptoms, until Nurse can be dispatched and arrive at patient care setting.
- Observed and documented patient factors such as diets, physical activity levels and behaviors to understand conditions and effectively modify treatment plans.
- Monitored patient reactions after administering medications and IV therapies.
- Quickly responded to situations impacting safety and security to unit, actualizing crisis prevention interventions to control and de-escalate situations.
- Educated family members and caregivers on patient care instructions.
- Conducted ongoing monitoring and evaluations of behaviors and conditions, and updated clinical supervisors with current information.
- Strong and creative, problem-solving skills with ability to prioritize and delegate.
- Communicated with healthcare team members to plan, implement and enhance treatment strategies.
Practice Manager/Infusion/Staff Nurse/Medical Billing Specialist
Jack Lichtenstein M.D LLC
07.2012 - 11.2021
- Multi-functional physicians Rheumatology and Internal Medicine practice, LPN has many job duties
- Immunizations, tb testing, pulmonary function testing, EKG's, Blood glucose, HA1C, spun and finger stick Hematocrit, flu/strep/COVID testing,patient triage in office and phone
- Ordering prescribed medication, obtaining prior-authorization, and administering in office as ordered
- Biological medications include injectables, osteoporosis medications and managing multiple infusions in office
- Initiates IV’s, blood draws, administers other prescribed medications or other procedures as ordered by MD
- LPN has to multi-task in fast-paced environment under supervision of MD with minimal supervision as needed
- Multi-functional office treats patients in office setting as well as acute care due to lab/infusion center in office
- Seven years Rheumatology billing experience consisting of billing claims; collecting, appeals,patient billing, administrative functions
- Certified on Cutera laser procedures; laser genesis, and titan, and perform on all areas of body
- Manage multiple employees and handle payroll functions in office
- Proficient in meaningful use, credentialing, PQRS and submit yearly reports for Medicare as required and submit and complete Medicare audits
- Knowledge of preparing, submitting required documentation for PPP/SBA funding and State grants.
- Performed various nursing interventions such as wound dressing, vital sign monitoring and specimen collection, assisting MD with procedures
- Established workflow processes, monitored daily productivity and implemented modifications to improve overall performance of personnel
- Gathered patient health data through interviews and observation, documenting data in electronic records
- Compared vendor prices and negotiated for optimal savings
- Oversaw work processes and performed quality control tasks to increase revenue and reduce production times
- Documented treatments delivered, medications and IVs administered, discharge instructions, and follow-up care.
- Monitored patient reactions after administering medications and IV therapies.
- Educated family members and caregivers on patient care instructions.
- Recorded details regarding therapies to keep patient charts updated.
- Explained course of care and medication side effects to patients and caregivers in easy-to-understand terms.
Licensed Practical Nurse
Corizon Medical Services, Anne Arundel County Detention Centers
04.2012 - 02.2013
- In team relationship with Registered Nurse, Licensed Practical Nurse contributes to nursing process through ongoing systematic data collection, assisting in health assessment, recording observations, goal identification and inmate health education
- Interrelationships: Interrelates and works effectively with inmates, medical and nursing staff, paraprofessional staff, security staff at all levels and all support staff
- LPN initiates admission process and assists with identification of recurrent health problems, systems, and behavioral changes of inmates
- Clinical duties include CD drug and contraband collection, assisting physician in minor medical/surgical procedures, transcribes and posts all therapeutic orders, initiates and documents prescribed treatments, blood and specimen collection, TB testing and insulin per protocols.
- Managed patient care through closely monitoring respiration, blood pressure and blood glucose levels
- Supported physicians during examinations and scans to assist with diagnostic procedures
Licensed Practical Nurse
Regency Park Assisted Living
03.2011 - 08.2011
- Licensed Practical nurse duties include supervision of all staff members while on duty; medication administration;Vital signs, blood glucose levels, insulin coverage and patient documentation
- Communication with patient families and other members of health care team
- Wellness nurse is involved in health care planning of residents and assisting with wellness activities
- Managed patient care through close monitoring
- Answered incoming phone calls from patients to provide basic assistance and triage medical concerns
- Performed routine evaluations of each patient's status, needs and preferences
- Cared for wounds, provided treatments and assisted with procedures
- Monitored, tracked and conveyed important patient information to healthcare staff to help optimize treatment planning and care delivery
- Documented accurate and complete patient information to address patient problems and expected outcomes
Licensed Practical Nurse/Office assistant EOHS
Baltimore Washington Medical Center
01.2011 - 07.2011
- Under moderate supervision, LPN organizes and facilitates daily activities of EOHS department
- LPN performs variety of clerical activities to support departmental operations
- LPN schedules appointments, processes new hires candidates, and administer vaccines to employees who require them
- LPN must function independently
- Excellent customer friendly attitude and demeanor is required daily to give employees very best care
- LPN works inside fast-paced clean environment exposed to frequent interruptions and physical demands and ability to multi- task
- Placing orders for blood work, lab tests, giving TB testing, customer service and coordination of any routine procedures is required for this position
- Position also requires requisitioning of supplies, placing orders and gathering materials needed to fully operate Employee Occupational Health Services.
Licensed Practical Nurse
Johns Hopkins Bayview Medical Center
12.2010 - 03.2011
- LPN at Behavior Pharmacology Research Unit perform various job functions which include medication administration, injections, TB placements, EKG's, Blood draws, vital signs, and patient documentation
- Collect data on inpatient as well as outpatient studies, which include computer tasks, breathalyzers, CO monitors, pupilometers, IV’s, and other job equipment as required
- Assist medical staff in performing history and physicals, hearing and vision checks, drug screens, coronation of participant studies, admission and discharge of patients and scheduling of routine lab work as needed
- Assist research staff in performing duties of studies per protocols.
- Assisted with admissions, appointments, transfers and discharges
- Answered incoming phone calls from patients to provide basic assistance and triage medical concerns
Licensed Practical Nurse
Concentra Medical Services
04.2010 - 12.2010
- Member of Concentra at Work Health care team duties include vision and hearing tests, physical examinations, electrocardiograms (EKG), pre-employment or random drug screens, breath alcohol testing, biomonitoring, respiratory fit testing, pulmonary function, laboratory testing for Lead, ZPP, SMAC, etc., Inoculations, vaccinations, or immunizations
- Responsible for wellness screenings, risk assessments as well as teaching and education to clients
- Worked with team of medical professionals, and also complete various assignments on own
- This position has required great autonomy as well as ability to assume leadership position when needed.
- Managed appointment calendar for scans, lab tests and evaluations
- Gathered lab specimens, ordered testing and interpreted results to diagnose patients
Patient Care Tech/Nurse Associate
Johns Hopkins Bayview Medical Center
07.2007 - 05.2010
- Patient Care technician is multi-skilled individual who provides wide variety of clinical tasks/procedures for patient as member of patient care team
- PCT provides any basic care duties and assists with tasks to assist with progression of patient's plan of care
- Duties include EKG's, venipuncture, Intake and outputs, Foley/straight catheter insertion and care, patient documentation, vital signs, dressing changes, ostomy care, ROM, and ambulation and pre/post- operative care
- PCT is also responsible for collecting and preparing specimens such as routine stool, urine, sputum, and cultures for lab analysis and administering prescribed oxygen therapy.
- Promoted good oral and personal hygiene by aiding patients with shaving, bathing and teeth brushing
- Answered call lights and supported patient comfort and safety by adjusting bed rails and equipment
- Transported patients between rooms and appointments or testing locations
Office Manager
Body By Simmont Collision Repair Center
03.2003 - 12.2009
- Various duties performed include basic customer service skills, scheduling appointments, answering multi-line phones, cash handling, filing, Microsoft office, bookkeeping, assisting with estimates and ordering parts, clerical work, and delivery of vehicles
- Also responsible for overseeing small staff and assisting with shop duties.
- Updated reports, managed accounts and generated reports for company database
- Maintained computer and physical filing systems
- Optimized organizational systems for payment collections, AP/AR, deposits and recordkeeping
Education
Associate of Science - Nursing
Anne Arundel Community College
Arnold, MD 08.2021 - 12.2022
Advanced LPN to RN transition course -
Anne Arundel Community College
Arnold, MD 08.2021 - 12.2021
Certificate Practical Nursing -
Anne Arundel Community College
Arnold, MD 01.2009 - 12.2009
First Aid and Safety - Nursing
Anne Arundel Community College
Arnold, MD 01.2006 - 05.2006
GED - General Studies
Maryland State Department
Baltimore, MD 02.2000 - 02.2000
Skills
Current MD Registered Nurse Licensure with State Board of Nursing
undefinedAdditional Information
- Current Certifications/Awards Current CPR for Health care providers Current RN license in the state of MD Shining star awards- Johns Hopkins Bayview Medical Center Service Excellence Reward and Recognition Program: (2) November 2008, (1) April 2009 PN program- Flawless nursing care award December 2009
Timeline
Home Infusion Registered Nurse
Foundations Healthcare Consultants(FOHECO) LLC
07.2023 - Current
Rapid Response Registered Nurse
Hospice Of The Chesapeake
06.2023 - 01.2024
Mobile/Office Infusion Nurse
Restoration Hydration LLC
11.2021 - Current
Associate of Science - Nursing
Anne Arundel Community College
08.2021 - 12.2022
Advanced LPN to RN transition course -
Anne Arundel Community College
08.2021 - 12.2021
Practice Manager/Infusion/Staff Nurse/Medical Billing Specialist
Jack Lichtenstein M.D LLC
07.2012 - 11.2021
Licensed Practical Nurse
Corizon Medical Services, Anne Arundel County Detention Centers
04.2012 - 02.2013
Licensed Practical Nurse
Regency Park Assisted Living
03.2011 - 08.2011
Licensed Practical Nurse/Office assistant EOHS
Baltimore Washington Medical Center
01.2011 - 07.2011
Licensed Practical Nurse
Johns Hopkins Bayview Medical Center
12.2010 - 03.2011
Licensed Practical Nurse
Concentra Medical Services
04.2010 - 12.2010
Certificate Practical Nursing -
Anne Arundel Community College
01.2009 - 12.2009
Patient Care Tech/Nurse Associate
Johns Hopkins Bayview Medical Center
07.2007 - 05.2010
First Aid and Safety - Nursing
Anne Arundel Community College
01.2006 - 05.2006
Office Manager
Body By Simmont Collision Repair Center
03.2003 - 12.2009
GED - General Studies
Maryland State Department
02.2000 - 02.2000
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