Shannon N. Westfall, RN, CLCP
Paul M. Deutsch & Associates, P.A.
10 Windsormere Way, Suite 400
Oviedo, FL 32765
(407) 977-3223
EDUCATION
- Associate Degree in Nursing, Austin Community College, May 2005
- Post-Graduate Course of Study in Life Care Planning and Advanced Catastrophic Case Management. Completed 160-hour course sponsored by Kaplan University, February 2009
Professional Experience:
Paul M. Deutsch & Associates, P.A., Orlando, FL
Certified Life Care Planner/Rehabilitation Specialist: December 2007 to Present
Review and summarizing medical records to assist in preparation of life care planning in catastrophic injury cases. My experience in emergency room nursing is invaluable in assisting determination of individual medical needs.
- Research and assisting in preparation of Life Care Plans detailing anticipated costs of care services for catastrophically injured individuals, including spinal cord injury, closed head injury, multiple amputations, brain damage, burns, severe orthopedic injuries, primary pulmonary hypertension, transplantation, and AIDS. Researching Medical Practice Guidelines for each disability in relation to Life Care Planning.
Parkland Health and Hospital System, Dallas, TX
RN, Emergency Room: June 2005 – August 2007
Delivered a complete range of RN services and expertise to patients in the Parkland Emergency room. Responsibility included providing health care for patients with acute illness, massive trauma, drug overdoses, extensive burns, and any other emergency medical situation.
- Performed functions of Admission and Triage
- Provided medical attention to the incarcerated community, homeless and transient population.
- Served on Parkland ER Advisory Board.
- Repeatedly commended by patients and supervisors for outstanding quality of care.
- Performed as a Preceptor training other Emergency Room staff.
Special Training and Continuing Education:
University of Florida/International Academy of Life Care Planners Annual Symposium 2008.
Certifications:
Certified Life Care Planner
Basic Care Life Support
Advanced Care Life Support
Trauma Nurse Core Course
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