Mary Beth Zimmerer-Lapp
Registered Nurse at Emerald Coast Hospice- Claim this Profile
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Experience
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Emerald Coast Hospice
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United States
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Hospitals and Health Care
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1 - 100 Employee
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Registered Nurse
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Dec 2020 - Present
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Destin Surgery Center
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Destin, Florida, United States
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Registered Nurse
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Mar 2020 - Nov 2020
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Octapharma Plasma, Inc.
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United States
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Pharmaceutical Manufacturing
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700 & Above Employee
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Registered Nurse
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Dec 2017 - Jul 2018
Conducted medical evaluations of prospective donors for automated plasmapheresis procedures and confirmed donor suitability. Reviewed medical histories and performed physical examinations. Assessed test results. Delivered limited emergency care to donors. Managed donor adverse reactions via safe nursing interventions to prevent donor decline. Provided care for a daily caseload of ten to sixteen donors/patients. Served on the morale and safety committee. · Performed thorough physical examinations and patient medical background reviews to ensure highest levels of safety for donors as well as potential recipients of plasma. · Trained LPNs in a one-on-one setting on use of computer systems, physical exams, and general topics. · Recognized for exceptionally outstanding care by patients. Show less
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Twelve Oaks Recovery Center
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United States
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Mental Health Care
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1 - 100 Employee
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Registered Nurse
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Jan 2016 - Apr 2016
Provided daily medical support for 30 to 40 rehabilitation clinical patients in the detoxification process. Obtained medical and drug histories of patients to identify and implement effective detoxification plans. Conducted pain management and detox procedures, administered medications and treatment plans. Educated patients, families, and the public on the dangers of substance abuse. Immunized patients for flu and pneumonia. · Delivered prompt medical response to emergency events, alerting nursing staff to assist, and resulting in positive outcomes in both situations. Show less
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Registered Nurse
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Oct 2015 - Jan 2016
Led a team of registered nurses in immunizing students and teachers for flu in approximately ten fast-paced school settings across northwest Florida. Educated children on flu mist and intramuscular flu vaccines. Oversaw vaccine, form, and supply inventory and materials. Completed insurance forms and documentation. · Ensured quality, safe immunizations by executing the five rights of medication standard. Led a team of registered nurses in immunizing students and teachers for flu in approximately ten fast-paced school settings across northwest Florida. Educated children on flu mist and intramuscular flu vaccines. Oversaw vaccine, form, and supply inventory and materials. Completed insurance forms and documentation. · Ensured quality, safe immunizations by executing the five rights of medication standard.
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Registered Nurse
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Sep 2008 - Jan 2010
Delivered patient care, monitored health conditions, administered medications, and advised patients and families on disease issues, treatment plans, and discharge instructions. Delivered care to regular and high-risk patients in a three-bed triage unit in the labor and delivery unit. Assessed and interpreted diagnostic data for each patient and relayed the information necessary to an interdisciplinary team. Cared for patients on magnesium sulfate, insulin, epidurals, and PCA pumps. Performed pre-, intra-, and post-operative care. Mentored student nurses and new graduates. · Optimized triage during peak times of hospital overflow to maximize operational efficiency by assuming additional nursing duties as needed. · Ensured charting accuracy via meticulous documentation and quality control. · Honored for outstanding patient care based on patient survey feedback. · Participated in community outreach and educational programs including the Relay for Life event. Show less
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Registered Nurse
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Jul 2007 - Apr 2008
Cared for eight to twelve patients with cardiac disease, hypertension, and diabetes. Performed nuclear/ chemical (thallium) and exercise stress tests. Identified abnormal EKGs and conveyed results to the cardiologist. Started IVs for procedures. Monitored patients on Coumadin, adjusting dosage as required. Administered intramuscular / SQ injections and medications as ordered by physicians. Managed prescription orders to pharmacies and daily physician messages. · Provided meticulous assessment, attention, and documentation of all disease processes while facilitating comprehensive disease, treatment, and discharge education to patients and families. · Received accolades for exemplary, compassionate, attentive nursing care from patients, patient family members, nurse managers, and physicians. Show less
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HCA Florida Gulf Coast Hospital
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United States
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Hospitals and Health Care
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100 - 200 Employee
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Registered Nurse
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Sep 2004 - Jan 2006
Monitored and managed rapidly changing patient statuses and fetal wellbeing in a high-risk labor and delivery setting. Managed an average daily caseload of three patients with pre-eclampsia, hypertension, gestational diabetes, PROM, and high-risk factors. Delegated tasks to ancillary staff. Mentored student nurses and recent nurse graduates. · Maintained control, quality care, and critical thinking during high-stress situations and medical complications such as cord prolapse and uterine abruption. · Recognized for exceptional patient care via patient care surveys. Show less
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Registered Nurse
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Sep 2002 - May 2004
Managed a daily caseload of three patients with pre-eclampsia, hypertension, gestational diabetes, PROM, and other high-risk labor and delivery factors. Provided nursing support in cesarean section and care of post-operative patients. • Provided treatment for care of the high risk laboring patient • Circulated in cesarean sections and competent in care of recovering post-operative patient • Monitored post-op vitals, set up PCA pumps, fluids, reviewed and completed post-op orders • Received recognition for exceptional care provided to patients and exceptional team work Show less
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Education
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The University of Akron
Bachelor of Applied Science - BASc, Registered Nursing/Registered Nurse