Lauren Trippodo
Concord,NC
Summary
Dynamic Registered Nurse with extensive experience at Atrium Health, skilled in medical assessment and patient education. Proven ability to advocate for patients and implement effective care plans, enhancing overall wellness. Strong clinical judgment and emotional awareness foster meaningful relationships with patients and families, ensuring optimal health outcomes.
Overview
6
6
years of professional experience
Work History
Registered Nurse
Atrium Health
01.2023 - Current
- Managed approximately 20-30 triage calls, along with 30-60 patient portal message daily to assist in telephone triage relayed triage information and facilitated communication between provider and patient concerning patient disposition.
- Performed additional clinic and non-triage nurse duties such as instructing patients in general and specific medical care and health issues and administering or dispensing medication and injections.
- Scheduled appointments for patients not requiring emergency services but needing examination from provider and consulting directly with provider.
- Counseled patients via telephone according to established guidelines and protocols, advising on provider-established plans of care.
- Delivered orientation and training of less experienced clinic staff in specific clinic operations and procedures.
- Maintained continuous growth of professional knowledge and competencies through ongoing education opportunities.
- Interacted with child welfare personnel and social workers in cases involving concerns about overall well-being.
Registered Nurse
Visiting Angels Home Health Care
07.2022 - 07.2023
- Performed initial intake assessments and developed care plan on 1-5 new patients daily in order to carry out successful treatment plans for diverse acute and chronic conditions.
- Introduced changes to patient care plans based on regular evaluations and patient changes.
- Educated patients and families on disease processes, medications and treatments.
- Provided emotional support and kind companionship to patients and families to increase overall wellness.
- Documented treatments delivered, medications and IVs administered, discharge instructions, and follow-up care.
- Implemented care plans for patient treatment after assessing physician medical regimens.
Registered Nurse
Home Health Services
01.2020 - 07.2022
- Advocated for patients by communicating care preferences to practitioners, verifying interventions met treatment goals and identifying insurance coverage limitations.
- Evaluated healthcare needs, goals for treatment, and available resources of each patient and connected to optimal providers and care.
- Authored clinical notes and updates to be reviewed by patient's primary physician.
- Educated and supported home healthcare providers with training, guidance, mentoring and resources required to achieve objectives."
- Assessed and examined patients and documented history of current and previous conditions, diseases and injuries along with medications currently being taken.
- Responded promptly and professionally to patient questions and concerns.
- Conducted regular re-evaluations to address changes in needs and conditions, introducing revisions to care plans.
- Performed evaluations on consistent basis to address changes in patient needs, conditions and medications, altering care plans when required.
- Completed initial assessments of patients and family to determine and address individual home care needs. ·
Education
Bachelor of Science - Nursing
Chamberlain College of Nursing
Charlotte, NC08-2020
Associate of Science - Nursing
Rowan-Cabarrus Community College
Salisbury, North Carolina, NC05-2016
Skills
- Medical assessment
- Strong clinical judgment
- Pediatric nursing
- Call triaging
- Maintaining privacy
- Emotional awareness
- Relationship building
- Documenting vitals
- Patient assessments
- Patient education and counseling
- Newborn care
Timeline
Registered Nurse
Atrium Health
01.2023 - Current
Registered Nurse
Visiting Angels Home Health Care
07.2022 - 07.2023
Registered Nurse
Home Health Services
01.2020 - 07.2022
Bachelor of Science - Nursing
Chamberlain College of Nursing
Associate of Science - Nursing
Rowan-Cabarrus Community College