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SUSAN BUTALA

West Hazleton

Summary

Licensed nursing professional skilled in patient care, medication administration, and health monitoring. Strong focus on team collaboration, ensuring reliable support and adaptability to changing needs. Known for effective communication, problem-solving, and empathy in high-pressure environments. Prepared to contribute significantly to enhancing patient outcomes and provide excellent quality healthcare.

Overview

24
24
years of professional experience

Work History

Licensed Practical Nurse

Lehigh Valley Health Network- OB/GYN
01.2010 - Current
  • Obstetrics Coordinator for Lehigh Valley Health Network-Hazleton providing education to our community.
  • Collaborated with interdisciplinary team of healthcare and social service providers to address patients' needs through effective intervention and care planning.
  • Educated patients and families on health promotion, disease prevention, and self-care management strategies.
  • Enhanced patient care by performing comprehensive assessments and developing individualized care plans.
  • Assisted in minor surgical procedures, enhancing patient comfort and supporting office efficiency.
  • Administered medications and injections to patients.
  • Assisted in management of patient flow in busy settings, reducing wait times and improving efficiency.



Direct Support Professional

Step by Step Inc.
05.2001 - Current
  • Administration of medication, inventory and rotation of expiration of medication.
  • Documentation of program goals, routine and psychological appointments and monthly medical status summaries.
  • Responsible for assisting consumers in maintaining personal hygiene, physical comfort, nutrition, and assisting in completing day to day goals to increase independence.
  • Participate in achieving 100 percent compliance with Department of Health.
  • Required annually to complete (24) hours of training to increase awareness in the Mental Health Field.
  • Managed emergency situations effectively, prioritizing resident safety and well-being.

Medical Assistant

St.Lukes Miners Memorial Hospital (Wound Care Management Center)
06.2008 - 01.2010
  • Coordinated patient scheduling, optimizing clinic efficiency and reducing wait times.
  • Educated patients on wound care management practices, enhancing compliance with treatment plans.
  • Collaborated with interdisciplinary teams to develop comprehensive care plans tailored to individual needs.
  • Sanitized, restocked, and organized exam rooms and medical equipment.
  • Obtained client medical history, medication information, symptoms, and allergies.
  • Performed medical records management, including filing, organizing and scanning documents.

Education

Practical Nursing

Penn State University
Hazleton
12-2018

Associates in Specialized Business - Medical Assisting

McCann School of Business and Technology
Hazleton, PA
01.2008

Skills

  • Licensed Practical Nurse
  • Organized and detail oriented
  • Efficient and reliable team player
  • Skilled in modern EMR systems
  • Skilled in delivering clinical care in various office contexts
  • Medication administration certification
  • CPR/First Aid certified
  • Direct patient care
  • HIPAA compliance
  • Documenting intake
  • Patient evaluations
  • Patient relationship building
  • Mental health support
  • Family education

Timeline

Licensed Practical Nurse

Lehigh Valley Health Network- OB/GYN
01.2010 - Current

Medical Assistant

St.Lukes Miners Memorial Hospital (Wound Care Management Center)
06.2008 - 01.2010

Direct Support Professional

Step by Step Inc.
05.2001 - Current

Associates in Specialized Business - Medical Assisting

McCann School of Business and Technology

Practical Nursing

Penn State University

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