Kristin Hammler
Billings
Summary
LPN with extensive experience in patient care and team leadership with proven track record in delivering high-quality patient care and medical support. Skilled in collaborating with healthcare teams to ensure optimal patient outcomes and adapt to evolving medical needs. Known for reliability, adaptability, and strong problem-solving abilities.
Overview
29
29
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Full-Time LPN
Flex Family Health Direct Primary Care Clinic
03.2021 - Current
- Assist up to four providers daily with patient care including taking vitals, reviewing medical history, accurate documentation of all relevant clinical data, administering medications as directed, managing patient flow and coordination of care.
- Perform in-office procedures and treatments as trained and delegated.
- Draw labs, collect and process specimens and coordinate lab results.
- Educate and support patients regarding treatments, medications and wellness initiatives.
- Handle administrative duties including but not limited to: answering phones, scheduling, scanning documents, managing patient records, inventorying, ordering and restocking supplies, inventorying, ordering and auditing medications to be dispensed, reconciling lab and radiology invoices, settling client billing issues; and Assisted in development of policy and procedures to enhance overall nursing practice within the clinic.
- Maintain a clean, organized and well-stocked clinic environment.
- Increase nursing team cohesiveness through active participation in staff meetings, open communication with colleagues, serving as the lead nurse and mentor to new hires providing guidance on best practices in nursing care and fostering a supportive work environment.
- Work collaboratively with the healthcare team to provide exceptional patient centered care.
Contract Licensed Practical Nurse
SYNERGY HomeCare
05.2018 - Current
- Perform and document a head to toe physical assessment of the patient in their home, take a set of vital signs, review their medications and treatments, assess and evaluate the home setting for safety and needs and develop a comprehensive care plan for the patient.
- Educated patients and their families on disease process and prevention along with the management of chronic conditions.
- Collaborate with interdisciplinary team of healthcare and social service providers to address patients' needs through effective intervention and care planning.
Part-Time/ Per Diem LPN
MiCare Health Center
10.2017 - 06.2022
- Provided patient centered care under the direction of the healthcare practitioners along with performing applicable office and clerical duties as related to each miCare clinic.
- Utilize the knowledge and skills as an LPN to perform task under the conformance of current and recognized techniques, procedures and standards including but not limited to: office reception, including greeting patients, answering phones, and direct calls to patients; Documenting patients' demographics, history, symptoms, and any other significant information; Administer medications as ordered by the provider; Assist with or performing procedures; Manage patient flow; Perform effective communication with the miCare team and patient to ensure coordination of care; Carry out providers orders accurately and directly; and Document provided care as required.
- Operational responsibilities including but not limited to: Inventory, ordering and restocking supplies; Maintaining documentation and patient records; Maintain a functional and clean work environment; Maintain a procedure manual, update as needed, and ensure consistent management of procedures; and Facilitate Health Fairs/annual HRA draws/flu shots for participating employers.
- Deliver exceptional customer service by: Acting as a role model in demonstrating the core values in customer service delivery; Providing timely and thorough follow up with team members, internal and external customers; and Appropriately escalates difficult issues up the chain of command.
- Participate in quality improvement/assurance by: serving on committees and/or process improvement teams to assist in improving quality/customer satisfaction; Perform self quality monitoring in order to develop and execute plans to meet established goals; Provide ongoing feedback to optimize quality performance; Develop new or improves current internal processes to improve quality; Collaborate with team members to streamline and improve processes and procedures; and Train/Orient new employees.
Soccer Referee Assignor
Montana Youth Soccer Association
02.2012 - 10.2019
- Assisted in teaching and certifying competitive youth soccer referees.
- Assigned certified and qualified referees to MYSA competitive games and tournaments.
- Processed game reports.
- Managed conflicts effectively and efficiently by mediating disputes between players, coaches, and spectators when necessary.
- Promoted fair play and sportsmanship by consistently applying game rules and officiating with integrity.
- Monitored and managed soccer games to verify safety and promote good sportsmanship for players.
- Biweekly payroll to all referees.
Artist Services Manager
Alberta Bair Theater
10.2012 - 06.2018
- Promoted a positive work environment fostering teamwork among employees across all departments within the theater.
- Collaborated with various departments to achieve operational excellence, boosting overall artist experience.
- Managed operations for each show so the theater functioned smoothly, ensuring high-quality service delivery for our artists and guests.
- Enhanced guest satisfaction by promptly addressing concerns and implementing effective solutions.
- Negotiated contracts with vendors to obtain favorable rates for goods and services while maintaining good working relationships. Maintained strong relationships with vendors to ensure timely delivery of products and services at competitive prices.
- Responded to upcoming artists/guests management through telephone calls and email inquiries with efficiency and professionalism.
- Secured the artists/guest travel arrangements to Billings and while they were in Billings, secured lodging, arranged for catering and special requests/needs, and arranged and supervised pre and post show private introductions.
- Greeted guests upon arrival, offered assistance, assured they had the upmost privacy during their stay, and established and upheld high standards promoting great customer service and assistance to guests.
LPN
Benefis Health System
06.2002 - 10.2005
- Cared for pediatric inpatients, infants in the NICU, healthy newborns, healthy mothers, antepartum and postpartum patients, new mothers with conditions such as preeclampsia, PIH, HELPP, and Diabetes.
- Performed nursing assessments including neurological, cardiovascular, respiratory, gastrointestinal, genitourinary, IV site, surgical wound, urinary catheters, fetal heart tones, gestational age, sterile vaginal exams, contraction patterns, fundal assessments, and Neonatal Abstinence Scoring of withdrawing neonates.
- Integrated history and physical , lab values, imaging results, and current medications into plan of care.
- Cared for postsurgical newborn infants, pediatric/adolescent and adult female patients.
- Followed aseptic procedures and provided care in accordance with universal precautions.
- Administered oral, intramuscular, subcutaneous medications.
- Educated patients and their families on disease processes, pediatric/adolescent care, postpartum and newborn care, lactation, perinatal processes, labor patterns and broad aspects of therapeutic regimens such as medication and pain management techniques.
- Participated effectively in interdisciplinary teams.
- Assisted with admissions, appointments, transfers, and discharges.
- Performed routine evaluations of each patient's status, needs, and preferences.
- Collaborated with interdisciplinary healthcare teams to develop comprehensive care plans for patients.
- Participated in ongoing professional development opportunities to enhance knowledge base and skillset as an LPN. Demonstrated adaptability in working with diverse patient populations across various healthcare settings.
LPN
Good Shepherd Medical Group
07.1999 - 06.2002
- Responsible for daily nursing duties and assisting physicians with patient care in a multi-specialized medical group. Worked with in OB/GYN for two years and Pediatrics for a year, also floated and covered Urology and Internal Medicine.
- Performed an assessment before the physician examined the patient.
- Set up and assisted or performed examinations and/or procedures in the office as well as the hospital setting.
- Triaged phone calls regarding medical questions within the scope of my practice,
- Completed and implemented lab/diagnostic imaging/pathology forms.
- Informed patients of results in a timely manner.
- Maintained adequate medical supplies and careful monitoring of drug samples and vaccines.
- Assisted in scheduling appointments, assembling charts, entering computer data and filing as needed.
LPN
St. Peter's Community Hospital
04.1999 - 06.1999
- Float nurse in various departments including: Medical/Surg, Pediatrics, Rehab, Dialysis and Transitional Care.
- Assigned various nursing procedures as delegated by charge nurse.
- Assisted in admitting and monitory patients while initiating, implementing and updating patient care plans.
LPN
Northern Montana Hospital
11.1997 - 04.1999
- Performed nursing care to provide for emotional and physical comfort and safety of patients as delegated by the charge RN.
- Performed and assisted in various procedures.
- Assisted in: Admission procedures; Initiating , implementing and updating patient care plans.
- Patient teaching.
- Discharge planning.
- Primarily worked Med/Surg, but also cross-trained and worked CCU, ER, Same Day Surgery, PAR, Pediatrics, OB and Transitional Care.
LPN Intake Nurse for Medica Transportation
Mountain-Pacific Quality Health Foundation
10.1996 - 10.1997
- Set up the most appropriate and cost effective method of transportation to and from medical appointments along with setting p and processing emergent and non-emergent ambulance runs.
- Assistant Ambulance Review Nurse that read and studies trip reports of emergent ambulance trips to determine medical necessity was met and how much Medicaid would allow.
LPN Charge Nurse
Big Sky Care Center
08.1996 - 10.1997
- Delegated tasks effectively, optimizing staff productivity and maintaining a well-organized nursing unit.
- Utilized critical thinking skills to make sound clinical decisions in high-pressure situations, minimizing risks and ensuring patient safety.
- Dispensed Medications as ordered.
- Performed treatments within the LPN Scope of Practice.
- Updated care plans as needed.
Interim House Supervisor
Boyd Andrew Chemical Dependency Care Center
08.1996 - 10.1996
- Supervised teenage boys in a half way house who were recovering from chemical dependency.
- Scheduled appointments as needed.
- Dispensed medications as ordered.
- Transported to and from medical appointments and meetings.
- One on one counseling with the residents.
Education
Associate of Science - Practical Nursing
Helena College of Technology of The UM
Helena, MT08-1996
Skills
- Compassionate towards patients showing empathy and caring
- Excellent communication skills with patients, providers and co workers
- Great at problem solving quick to think, identifying the problem and producing effective solutions
- Great attention to detail
- Good time management
- Integrity
- Respectful to patients and coworkers
Certification
- Basic Life Support Certification (BLS)
- CPR/AED Certification
- First Aid Certification
- Lacation
Timeline
Full-Time LPN
Flex Family Health Direct Primary Care Clinic
03.2021 - Current
Contract Licensed Practical Nurse
SYNERGY HomeCare
05.2018 - Current
Part-Time/ Per Diem LPN
MiCare Health Center
10.2017 - 06.2022
Artist Services Manager
Alberta Bair Theater
10.2012 - 06.2018
Soccer Referee Assignor
Montana Youth Soccer Association
02.2012 - 10.2019
LPN
Benefis Health System
06.2002 - 10.2005
LPN
Good Shepherd Medical Group
07.1999 - 06.2002
LPN
St. Peter's Community Hospital
04.1999 - 06.1999
LPN
Northern Montana Hospital
11.1997 - 04.1999
LPN Intake Nurse for Medica Transportation
Mountain-Pacific Quality Health Foundation
10.1996 - 10.1997
LPN Charge Nurse
Big Sky Care Center
08.1996 - 10.1997
Interim House Supervisor
Boyd Andrew Chemical Dependency Care Center
08.1996 - 10.1996
- Basic Life Support Certification (BLS)
- CPR/AED Certification
- First Aid Certification
- Lacation
Associate of Science - Practical Nursing
Helena College of Technology of The UM
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