Lorie McKnight
Cumberland
Summary
Bringing a wealth of nursing experience to massage therapy, with a strong emphasis on personalized care for older adults. Proven ability to assess needs and collaborate effectively to enhance mobility and overall well-being.
Overview
18
18
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Registered Nurse
American Mobile Network
08.2021 - 11.2021
- Coordinated with multidisciplinary teams to create and execute effective patient care plans.
- Evaluated and adjusted nursing care for assigned patients, ensuring quality and safety.
- Delivered comprehensive patient care in various clinical settings, enhancing patient outcomes.
Registered Nurse
Prolink Staffing
01.2021 - 04.2021
- Performed assessments to identify patient needs and prioritize nursing interventions, improving care delivery.
- Administered medications and monitored patients' responses, ensuring effective treatment outcomes.
- Delivered direct patient care in various clinical settings, enhancing patient comfort and recovery.
Registered Nurse-Charge
AdventHealth Lake Wales
06.2019 - 10.2020
- Supervised and coordinated RN care within scope of practice, ensuring patient confidentiality and safety.
- Co-managed interdisciplinary teams and oriented new employees, facilitating effective integration into care processes.
- Provided direct patient care in various clinical settings.
- Collaborated with interdisciplinary teams to develop patient care plans.
- Administered medications and monitored patient responses regularly.
Registered Nurse
American Mobile Network
01.2019 - 04.2019
Registered Nurse-Charge
Lake Wales Medical Center
01.2009 - 12.2018
Flight Nurse
Air-Evac Lifeteam, Inc.
06.2003 - 12.2008
- Coordinated with local emergency response personnel to treat and transport critically injured patients, ensuring timely care and safe transfers.
- Delivered high-quality patient care throughout transfer process to tertiary medical facilities, enhancing patient stability and outcomes.
- Administered advanced life support to critically ill patients during air transport.
- Collaborated with flight crew to ensure safe and efficient patient transfers.
- Monitored vital signs and provided emergency care in high-pressure environments.
Education
Massage Therapy -
Ridge Technical College
Winter Haven, FL10-2022
Associates Degree - Nursing
Southeastern Illinois College
Harrisburg, IL05-1994
Licensed Practical Nurse Diploma -
Southeastern Illinois College
Harrisburg, IL07-1992
Skills
- Direct patient care
- Patient assessment
- Medication administration
- IV management
- Patient monitoring
- Care planning
- Emergency response
- Healthcare compliance
- Patient education
- Critical thinking
- Time management
- Collaboration skills
- Team leadership
- Effective communication
- Adaptability
Certification
- Basic Life Support (BLS)
Awards
- Who's Who in American Colleges
- Outstanding Student Award
- Outstanding Academic Achievement Award
- Massage Therapy Certificate
References
Available Upon Request
Hobbies and Interests
- Attended FSTMA 2022 Massage Convention
- Successful Start Program 2022
- Completion of Aromatherapy for Nurses
Personal Information
Title: RN
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Timeline
Registered Nurse
American Mobile Network
08.2021 - 11.2021
Registered Nurse
Prolink Staffing
01.2021 - 04.2021
Registered Nurse-Charge
AdventHealth Lake Wales
06.2019 - 10.2020
Registered Nurse
American Mobile Network
01.2019 - 04.2019
Registered Nurse-Charge
Lake Wales Medical Center
01.2009 - 12.2018
Flight Nurse
Air-Evac Lifeteam, Inc.
06.2003 - 12.2008
Massage Therapy -
Ridge Technical College
Associates Degree - Nursing
Southeastern Illinois College
Licensed Practical Nurse Diploma -
Southeastern Illinois College