Detail-oriented new Licensed Practical Nurse with successful geriatric
healthcare experience as Certified Nursing Assistant (6 yrs). Personable and compassionate with superior communication and rapport-building skills. Strong commitment to comprehensive and individualized patient care and education. Liaises with medical professionals, patients and family to provide continuous top-quality care and education. Team collaborator willing to adapt to new procedural and technical requirements with enthusiastic support. Expertise in vital signs monitoring and medication administration. Proficient and caring nursing team member offering outstanding patient-facing experience. Adept at addressing patient needs with compassionate care and attention to detail. Diligent about maximizing satisfaction, safety and wellness while serving patients of all backgrounds.
Skills
EMR / EHR
Tube feedings and medications familiarity
Patient-focused care
Dementia and Alzheimer's knowledge
Supporting Personal Needs
Recording Vital Signs
Measuring Bodily Fluids
Infection Control and Aseptic Procedures
Patient Care
Efficient and reliable team player
Compassionate
Direct Patient Care
HIPAA Compliance
Transcribing Orders
Infection Control
Writing reports
Patient Assessments
Work History
Licensed Practical Nurse, 10/2021 - Current Cape Cod Healthcare Inc. – Plymouth, MA,
Managed patient care through closely monitoring respiration, blood pressure and blood glucose levels.
Cared for wounds, provided treatments and assisted with procedures.
Evaluated patients to identify and address wounds, behavioral concerns and medically relevant symptoms.
Obtained patient vital signs and input/output measurements from inpatients.
Answered incoming phone calls from patients to provide basic assistance and triage medical concerns.
Managed appointment calendar for scans, lab tests and evaluations.
Minimized staff and patient infection risk by cleaning and disinfecting equipment instruments.
Comforted and counseled patients and families throughout care process.
Documented accurate and complete patient information to address patient problems and expected outcomes.
Delivered updates in patient status to charge nurse, recording changes in medical records.
Evaluated patients to identify and address wounds, behavioral concerns and medically relevant symptoms.
Assisted with feeding and monitored intake to help patients achieve nutritional objectives.
Checked patient vitals such as temperature, blood pressure and blood sugar levels.
Supported ambulation and physical therapy needs by conducting planned exercise routines.
Promoted good oral and personal hygiene by aiding patients with shaving, bathing and teeth brushing.
Obtained biological specimens for ordered tests and prepared for laboratory transport.
Cared for clients with diagnoses such as respiratory failure, diabetes, Parkinson's disease and muscular dystrophy.
Answered call lights and supported patient comfort and safety by adjusting bed rails and equipment.
Maintained patient stability by checking vital signs and weight and recording intake and outtake information.
Documented care actions by completing records and logs in medical software system.
Employed mobility devices and equipment to lift patients from chairs to beds, following safety procedures to avoid injuries.
Observed or examined patients to detect symptoms that required medical attention such as bruises or open wounds.
Home Health Certified Nursing Assistant, 01/2015 - 03/2017 Signature HealthCARE – City, STATE,
Performed ambulation and exercise and completed household services to help patient maintain routine and lifestyle in familiar home environment.
Checked vital signs and administered prescription medication under guidance and supervision of skilled nursing staff to facilitate basic health care services.
Offered transportation to and from appointments, shopping and other activities to help patient stay social, active and maintain access to essential items and services.
Maintained patient stability by checking vital signs and weight and recording intake and outtake information.
Facilitated personal hygiene management, feeding and ambulation.
Cared for clients with diagnoses such as respiratory failure, diabetes, Parkinson's disease and muscular dystrophy.
Offered friendly and efficient service to customers, handled challenging situations with ease.
Certified Nursing Assistant, 02/2015 - 04/2016 Company Name – City, State,
Evaluated patients to identify and address wounds, behavioral concerns and medically relevant symptoms.
Assisted with feeding and monitored intake to help patients achieve nutritional objectives.
Checked patient vitals such as temperature, blood pressure and blood sugar levels.
Supported ambulation and physical therapy needs by conducting planned exercise routines.
Obtained biological specimens for ordered tests and prepared for laboratory transport.
Cared for clients with diagnoses such as respiratory failure, diabetes, Parkinson's disease and muscular dystrophy.
Documented care actions by completing records and logs in medical software system.
Employed mobility devices and equipment to lift patients from chairs to beds, following safety procedures to avoid injuries.
Answered call lights and supported patient comfort and safety by adjusting bed rails and equipment.
Education
Licensed Practical Nurse: Practical Nursing, Expected in 08/2021 - Erwin Technical College - Tampa, FL GPA:
Awarded Honor Graduate
High School Diploma: , Expected in 07/1997 - JA Echeverria, Havana, Cuba - Havana, Cuba, GPA:
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