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LAKEISHA DISHMAN

Metairie,LA

Summary

Compassionate and detail-oriented Registered Nurse with a strong background in clinical assessments, medication administration, and patient education. Pride in providing high-quality patient care using evidence-based practices and collaborating with interdisciplinary team members to ensure patient safety.

Overview

7
7
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification

Work History

Registered Nurse, Endoscopy

LCMC Health
01.2025 - Current
  • Monitored patient vital signs before, during, and after endoscopic procedures.
  • Collaborated with physicians to develop patient care plans and optimize procedural outcomes.
  • Trained and mentored junior nursing staff on endoscopy best practices and protocols.
  • Conducted patient education regarding pre- and post-procedure care requirements.
  • Assisted physicians in performing complex endoscopic procedures, ensuring patient safety and comfort throughout.
  • Applied advanced nursing skills to handle emergency situations during endoscopic procedures calmly and effectively.
  • Ensured accurate documentation of endoscopy findings for timely diagnosis and treatment plans.
  • Conducted comprehensive pre-procedure assessments encompassing detailed history taking and physical examinations to identify potential contraindications.
  • Implemented infection control measures, ensuring compliance with safety regulations.

REGISTERED NURSE

LCMC Health
12.2022 - 01.2025
  • Provide direct patient care, perform assessments, and monitor vitals for cardiopulmonary and medical-surgical patients
  • Provide patient care and medication administration
  • Manage and implement care plans while collaborating with healthcare teams and other clinical departments
  • Provide education to patients and families about disease management and medication adherence through the course of their stay and during discharge education
  • Precept student nurses, nurse techs, and new nurses to the unit
  • Monitor patients' telemetry via the telemetry monitoring room

INSURANCE PREAUTHORIZATION REPRESENTATIVE

Ochsner Health Systems
09.2018 - 02.2021
  • Created and maintained an organized referral tracker
  • Communicated with several clinics within the health system and several different insurance companies
  • Obtained patient's eligibility and benefits via payor websites and phone systems
  • Obtained prior authorization for services
  • Completed and submitted documents for authorization requests
  • Input authorizations and benefit details into patient's charts

Education

Bachelor of Science - NURSING

University of Louisiana At Lafayette
Lafayette, LA
12-2024

Associate of Science - NURSING

Delgado Community College: Charity School of Nursing
New Orleans, LA
12.2022

Skills

  • Clinical assessment
  • Comprehensive patient management
  • Medication delivery
  • Problem-solving skills
  • Clear communication
  • Effective team collaboration
  • Understanding diverse perspectives
  • Strong organizational abilities
  • Prioritization and scheduling
  • HIPAA regulations knowledge

Certification

  • Basic Life Support (BLS)
  • Advanced Cardiac Life Support (ACLS)

LANGUAGES

English | Native

Timeline

Registered Nurse, Endoscopy

LCMC Health
01.2025 - Current

REGISTERED NURSE

LCMC Health
12.2022 - 01.2025

INSURANCE PREAUTHORIZATION REPRESENTATIVE

Ochsner Health Systems
09.2018 - 02.2021

Bachelor of Science - NURSING

University of Louisiana At Lafayette

Associate of Science - NURSING

Delgado Community College: Charity School of Nursing

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