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Catherine Lazo-Miller
MSN, RN, Lecturer
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Dunes Med / Prof Bldg 3116

(219) 981-5620

Education

• Master of Science Degree, Purdue University Calumet, Clinical Nurse Specialist - 1988 , Focus: Cardiovascular Nursing
• Bachelor of Science Degree in Nursing, Purdue University Calumet, Family Nurse Practitioner - 1985
• Diploma Graduate (three years) - 1974, Registered Nurse, Evangelical School of Nursing

Professional Experience:  

• 2005 – Present , Lecturer, Medical-Surgical Nursing, Pharmacology, Indiana University Northwest: School of Nursing, Gary, IN.
• 2005 – 2006, Co-Director of Grant for development of MiniMedical School, Workshops on Obesity in the Fall 2005 & Spring 2006; Co-Director from IU School of Nursing with IU School of Medicine – Northwest, & Methodist Hospitals
• 2004 – Spring and Fall Clinical Rotations
• Clinical Instructor: Medical-Surgical Nursing ,Purdue University Calumet: Hammond, IN.,
• 1990-2004, Pharmacology Instructor: Adjunct Faculty, Associate Degree Nursing Program; Clinical Instructor: Psychiatric Nursing [Fall 2004],Prairie State College: Chicago Heights, IL.
• 1989-Present , Independent Legal Nurse Consultant; Founder and Director:,Medical-Legal Briefs -- Lazo-Miller & Associates Griffith, Indiana 46319
• 1989, Adjunct Assistant Professor; Valparaiso University. ,Critical Care Course Lectures, Senior Students
• 1986-1992, Staff Nurse, South Chicago Community Hospital, Emergency Room Department
• 1986-1988, Staff Nurse, Our Lady of Mercy Hospital, Emergency Room Department
• 1985-1986, Nurse Practitioner/U.S. Steel Corporation, Wellness Programs
• 1985, Nurse Practitioner/Cardiovascular Associates, Cardiology Practice [Three Physicians]
• 1979-1985, Staff Nurse, South Chicago Community Hospital, Emergency Room Department
• 1977-1979 , Staff Nurse, In Home Health Care Services, Home Health Care
• 1977, Staff Nurse, Palos Community Hospital, ICU/ER
• 1974-1977, Staff Nurse, Christ Hospital, Emergency Room Department

Professional Honors:

• Outstanding Clinical Educator, IU Northwest, School of Nursing, Class of 2007
• Alpha Chi National Honor Society
• Sigma Theta Tau - Mu Omega Chapter (Chartered Member)
• Who's Who in American Nursing
• Talent Award
• Who's Who Registry of Rising Young Americans

Professional Organizations:

Active Memberships:

• American Association of Legal Nurse Consultants (AALNC)
• Faculty Membership- National League of Nurses
• Sigma Thêta Tau - Mu Omega Chapter

Former Membership Information:

• Former Member, Former President’s Advisory Board of the Greater Chicago Chapter of the American Association of Legal Nurse Consultants [1998]
• Chairperson , Membership Committee of the Greater Chicago Chapter of the American Association of Legal Nurse Consultants [1998-1999].
• Founder, (1990), FIRSTPresidentof theGreater Chicago Chapter of Legal Nurse Consultants, American Association of Legal Nurse Consultants, formerly Past- President, Co-Chair Education Committee and on the Bylaws Committee.
• American Association of Legal Nurse Consultants (AALNC) : Chartered Member; formerly Active on the Legislative and Publication Committees; Contributing Editor National Newsletter for AALNC: Network News (1991, 1992); formerly on Public Relations/Marketing Committee; Former Elected Member-- National Nominating Committee, American Association of Legal Nurse Consultants.

Presentations:

• Emcee, Special Workshop On Obesity, Indiana University Northwest - Mini Medical School, presented by Indiana University Northwest School of Medicine, Indiana University Northwest School of Nursing, and the Methodist Hospitals, April 3, 10, 17, 24, 2006.
• Speaker – Special Workshop On Obesity, “Introduction to the Obesity Epidemic in Northwest Indiana” – PowerPoint presentation, Indiana University Northwest - Mini Medical School, presented by Indiana University Northwest School of Medicine, Indiana University Northwest School of Nursing, and the Methodist Hospitals, April 3, 2006.
• Speaker – Special Workshop On Obesity , “Exercise for the Health of It,” - PowerPoint presentation, Indiana University Northwest - Mini Medical School, presented by Indiana University Northwest School of Medicine, Indiana University Northwest School of Nursing, and the Methodist Hospitals, April 24, 2006.
• “Medical Malpractice for Nurses” “The How, Whys of Documentation in the Medical Record,” Medical Malpractice Case Reviews with Class Discussions of Nursing Standards of Care , Two Day Seminar, On Campus Clinical, Three PowerPoint Presentations, Indiana University Northwest , Associate Degree Nursing Students,
• “Documentation in the Medical Record,” and “Legal Aspects of Nursing Care,” On Campus Clinical, Two PowerPoint Presentations, Indiana University Northwest, Bachelor Degree Nursing Students, October 3-4, 2005.  
• Brief Review and Summary of Obesity Workshop, Indiana University Mini Medical School Workshop On Obesity, PowerPoint Presentation, October 26, 2005.
• The Impact of Exercise,” Indiana University Mini Medical School Workshop On Obesity, PowerPoint Presentation, October 12, 2005.
• ocumentation in the Medical Record,” and “Legal Aspects of Nursing Care,” On Campus Clinical, Two PowerPoint Presentations, Indiana University Northwest, Bachelor Degree Nursing Students, October 3-4, 2005.
• Overview of Medication Errors,” “Documentation in the Medical Record,” and “Legal Aspects of Nursing Care,” On Campus Clinical, Three PowerPoint Presentations, Indiana University Northwest , Associate Degree Nursing Students, February 22-23, 2005.
• The Medical Malpractice Panel Submission Report [Presentation], * Brainstorming for Breakthroughs: A panelist on the Expert Panel Discussion Session, Case Evaluation Workshop: National Alliance of Certified Legal Nurse Consultants, Fourth Annual Conference, Medical Legal Consulting Institute, Inc.; San Antonio, Texas, March 3-6 1999.
• Breakthroughs in Your Expertise: Understanding the Research Studies Relevant to Your Case [Presentation]; Ask the Experts - Brainstorming for Breakthroughs, a panelist on the Expert Panel Discussion Session, National Conference on Awakening Your Inner Power, National Alliance of Certified Legal Nurse Consultants, Third Annual Conference, Medical Legal Consulting Institute, Inc.; Houston, Texas, March 5-7 1998.
• Applying your Nursing Expertise -- Medication Errors: The Who, What and Why of Drug -Induced Injuries @ [Presentation]; Knowledge is Power C The ABC = s of Evaluating Pain & Suffering @ [Presentation]; A panelist on Expert Panel Discussion Session for topics of Computer Technology to Empower your Practice @ & A 21 st Century Answers - Prepare for your LNC Future @ ; National Conference: Empowering LNCs for the 21 st Century, @ National Alliance of Certified Legal Nurse Consultants, Second Annual Conference, Medical Legal Consulting Institute, Inc.; Houston, Texas, February 28 - March 1, 1997.
• Reducing Your Liability as a Nurse in an Alternative Setting as Seen by a Legal Nurse Consultant -- Legal Aspects of Documentation in Nursing Care, Presented to Managed Care Nurses & Social Workers, St. Joseph's Hospital, Joliet, IL. ; Olsten Kimberley Quality Care; September 1996.
• Reducing Your Liability as a Managed Care Nurse as Seen by a Legal Nurse Consultant -- Legal Aspects of Documentation in Nursing Care, Presented to Managed Care Nurses, Naperville, IL. ; Olsten Kimberly Quality Care; August 1996.
• Reducing Your Liability as a Nurse in an Alternate Setting as Seen by a Legal Nurse Consultant -- Legal Aspects of Documentation in Nursing Care, @ Presented to Clinical Nurses in the Office Setting; Blue Island, IL. ; Olsten Kimberly Quality Care; July 1996.
• Reducing Your Liability as a Managed Care Nurse as Seen by a Legal Nurse Consultant -- Legal Aspects of Documentation in Nursing Care _ ; Presented Twice to Metra Health - Managed Care Nurses, Schaumburg, IL. ; Olsten Kimberly Quality Care; June 1996.
• Nurse Entrepreneurship - Medical-Legal Consulting, Purdue University Calumet, Hammond, IN., Master of Science Degree, Graduate Nursing Students; April 1996.
• Investigation of Workplace Injuries; Strategic Alliances - Your Key to a Stronger Future; Case Evaluation Workshops; and a Panelist on the Expert Panel Discussion Session; National Conference, Visions for the Next Century, National Alliance of Certified Legal Nurse Consultants, First Annual Conference, Houston, TX. ; Medical -Legal Consulting Institute, Inc.; Houston, TX. , February 1996.
• Screening the Medical Record for Legal Issues; Shoestring Enterprises; Gurnee, IL. ; September 1995.
• Introduction to Becoming a Medical-Legal Consultant; Shoestring Enterprises; Gurnee, IL. ; July 1995.
• The Nurse as an Expert Witness, “Greater Chicago Chapter, AALNC , Illinois State Bar Association; Chicago, IL. 1995.
• Reducing Your Liability as a Home Health Care Nurse; Five Hospital Homebound Elderly Program; Presented to Clinical Nurses in the Home Health Setting; Chicago, IL. ; 1994.
• Nursing Negligence and Standards of Care; Greater Chicago Chapter of American Association of Legal Nurse Consultants; Marriott Hotel, Chicago, IL. , Fall 1993.
• Standards of Practice in Nursing; Paralegal Association of Northwest Indiana; Merrillville, IN., 1992. 
• Principles of Triage Courses; South Chicago Community Hospital, Chicago, IL. , Emergency Room Staff; 1990; 1989.
• Basic Arrhythmia Courses; South Chicago Community Hospital, Chicago, IL. , Emergency Room Staff; Ongoing 1988, 1989.
• Basic Intravenous Therapy Courses, South Chicago Community Hospital, Chicago, IL. , Emergency Room Staff; Ongoing, 1989.
• Educative Interventional Strategies in Hyperlipidemia”; Purdue Calumet University, Hammond, IN., Graduate Students; 1988.
• Cardiovascular Hemodynamics” and “Cardiovascular Assessment” Lectures; Critical Care Course for Staff Registered Nurses; Christ Hospital, Oak Lawn, IL. 1988.
• Pharmacological Aspects in Angina”; Christ Hospital, Oak Lawn. IL. , 1988.
• Correlation of Weighted Coronary Risk Factors and the Degree of Coronary Artery Narrowing as Evidenced by Coronary Angiogram”; Unpublished
• Graduate Research Project; Purdue Calumet University, Master of Science Degree Program, 1988.
• Tissue Plasminogen Activator in Myocardial Infarction” ; Purdue Calumet University, Master of Science Degree, Nursing Students, 1988.
• CPR Seminar(s) and First Aid in the Workplace; Urban Engineering; Holiday Inn, Willowbrook, IL., 1987.
• Guest Lecturer for Local Workshops, Community Groups; Miscellaneous Work Place Seminars for Registered Nurses in the Clinical Setting; Various Health-Related Topics to Students in the East Chicago and Hammond Public School systems; (1975-present).

Publications:

• Lazo-Miller, C., (2001), Developed & Submitted Draft Policy Statements & Recommendations for Health & Safety for Woodmar Baseball League, Hammond, Indiana; Manual Recommendations included: Lightening Safety Policy, Recognition of Allergic Reactions by Coaches, Chest Injuries, Importance of CPR Training
• Lazo-Miller, C. (Works in progress), “Medication Errors and Drug-Induced Injuries ”,
• Lazo-Miller, C. & D'Andrea, D., (1996), “Strategic Alliances: The Wave of the Future”; National Medical-Legal Journal 7(3), Houston, Texas.
• Lazo-Miller, C. (1993), An Overview of AALNC Conference 1993, NETWORK News for the Legal Nurse Consultant; page 1.
• Contributing Editor; Columnist; “Questions and Answers” Column, Jurisconsult, (Official Publication of the Greater Chicago Chapter of the American Association of Legal Nurse Consultants since its inception -- published quarterly); Former Guest Contributing Editor.
• Former ,Consulting Editor; National Medical-Legal Journal, Medical-Legal Consulting Institute, Inc.; Houston Texas, (published quarterly)
• *Reviewer of Health-Related Published and To Be Published Text(s) for book publishers and magazine articles in various areas especially Pharmacology.