Licensed Practical Nurse Resume Example Good Samaritan Nursing Home

LICENSED PRACTICAL NURSE

Summary

Patient-oriented nursing professional with six years of hands-on experience in delivering quality direct and indirect patient care to individuals in healthcare settings. Fosters relationships with patients, caregivers, and coworkers to drive patient care goals and advance nursing philosophies.

Skills

Healthcare platforms
Patient triaging
Samples collection
Multi-tasking and prioritization
Educating families
Counting narcotics
Empathetic and compassionate
Assisting physicians

Documenting incidents
Staff direction and task delegation
Caring for wounds
First Aid/CPR
Team building
Team management
Relationship development
Problem resolution

Experience

Good Samaritan Nursing Home | Sayville, NYLicensed Practical Nurse12/2019 - Current

Promoted patient satisfaction by assisting with daily living needs such as bathing, dressing, toileting and exercising.
Collected biological specimens and packaged for laboratory transport to complete important diagnostic tests.
Managed wound care, gave respiratory treatments and helped with non-invasive procedures.
Researched and studied client diagnoses to identify care needs, effectively contributed to nursing plan developments and facilitated patient education.
Responded to patient alarms and needs-assessment requests to identify course of treatment.
Examined and addressed lacerations, contusions and other physical symptoms in need of further attention.
Cleaned and sanitized rooms and equipment using aseptic technique to prevent infection and cross-contamination.
Documented patient intake and dietary requirements and assisted with feeding.
Documented patient intake information, including medical histories, current symptoms and vitals such as height and weight.
Monitored patient's respiration activity, blood pressure and blood glucose levels in response to medical administration.
Guaranteed exceptional care quality by correctly administering medication, inserting and caring for catheters, dressing and changing wounds and assisting with personal hygiene.
Educated clients, patients and caregivers on medical diagnoses, treatment options, chronic disease self-management and wound management.
Assisted physicians with conducting examinations and patient scans during diagnostic processes.
Collected and documented vital signs to track current patient conditions.
Answered patient and family questions to educate on optimal treatment procedures.
Cleaned and sterilized instruments and equipment to protect staff and patients from infection risk.
Worked with healthcare team, including social workers, physical therapists, and speech therapists, to assess patient needs, plan and adjust plans of care and actualize nursing interventions to promote and restore patient health.
Communicated concerns regarding clients' status, care and environment to nursing supervisors, clinical care supervisors and case managers.
Administered patient care to elderly patients by initiating preventative and rehabilitative interventions, assisting patients with activities of daily living (ADL), positioning, mobilization and personal hygiene support.
Prevented drug interactions and contributed to correct diagnosis by recording patient health information, monitoring vitals and updating patient files.
Evaluated patient status and re-assessed clients' nursing needs every 15 minutes .
Counseled clients, patients and families and provided emotional and psychosocial support.

Stony Brook Medicine | East Setauket, NYLicensed Practical Nurse09/2019 - Current

Collected biological specimens and packaged for laboratory transport to complete important diagnostic tests.
Managed wound care, gave respiratory treatments and helped with non-invasive procedures.
Researched and studied client diagnoses to identify care needs, effectively contributed to nursing plan developments and facilitated patient education.
Effectively supported surgeons in fast-paced healthcare environments, resulting in better patient care and less pain medication post-surgery.
Set up equipment, tools and supplies needed for procedures and organize instruments as directed in surgeons' preference cards.
Trained [Number] staff members on operating room procedures, infection control and over safety and functionality procedures.
Adhered to OSHA protocols when sterilizing instruments, discarding medical supplies and disposing of waste.
Used retractors, sponges and suctioning and irrigating equipment to create unobstructed operating fields.
Prepared day surgery and operating rooms for patients by ordering and stocking equipment and supplies.
Maintained reusable surgical instrumentation and equipment, including decontamination, cleaning, sterilizing, storing and distributing.
Counted and recorded sponges, instruments, and needles at beginning and end of surgical procedures.
Facilitated invasive, non-invasive, and minimally-invasive procedures by creating safe and functional operating room environments.
Reviewed surgical requirements and prepped operating room with appropriate tools, equipment and instruments.
Earned reputation for good attendance and hard work.
Supported Surgical department by compiling paperwork and taking detailed meeting minutes.

Good Samaritan Nursing Home | Sayville, NYCertified Nursing Assistant12/2018 - 12/2019

Assisted patients with shaving, bathing and oral hygiene to promote healthy habits and overall wellness.
Conducted routine checks on standard patient vitals, including blood pressure, blood sugar and heart rate.
Documented activities and recorded information in EMR system.
Fostered relationships with patients, caregivers and healthcare teams to achieve individual care plan targets.
Documented patient intake and dietary requirements and assisted with feeding.
Responded to patient alarms and needs-assessment requests to identify course of treatment.
Examined and addressed lacerations, contusions and other physical symptoms in need of further attention.
Exhibited compassionate care and communication regarding issues surrounding death and dying.
Supported diagnostic and treatment procedures, including setting up and operating specialized medical equipment.
Consulted with nurses to develop patient care plans and evaluate treatment options.
Volunteered to work additional shifts and overtime during busy periods to maintain proper staffing and floor coverage.
Cleaned and sanitized rooms and equipment using aseptic technique to prevent infection and cross-contamination.
Documented information in patient charts and communicated status updates to interdisciplinary care team.
Collaborated with interdisciplinary healthcare teams to provide high-quality patient care.
Provided personal nursing assistance in pre- and post-operative situations.
Managed and maintained patient rooms, shared-living areas and nursing stations.
Provided hands-on nursing care under direct RN supervision, adhering to medical center policies and procedures.
Facilitated activities of daily living, including personal hygiene management, feeding and ambulation.

Island Nursing Rehab Center | Holtsville, NYCertified Nursing Assistant09/2016 - 12/2018

Assisted patients with shaving, bathing and oral hygiene to promote healthy habits and overall wellness.
Conducted routine checks on standard patient vitals, including blood pressure, blood sugar and heart rate.
Documented activities and recorded information in EMR system.
Fostered relationships with patients, caregivers and healthcare teams to achieve individual care plan targets.
Documented patient intake and dietary requirements and assisted with feeding.
Responded to patient alarms and needs-assessment requests to identify course of treatment.
Examined and addressed lacerations, contusions and other physical symptoms in need of further attention.
Exhibited compassionate care and communication regarding issues surrounding death and dying.
Supported diagnostic and treatment procedures, including setting up and operating specialized medical equipment.
Consulted with nurses to develop patient care plans and evaluate treatment options.
Volunteered to work additional shifts and overtime during busy periods to maintain proper staffing and floor coverage.
Cleaned and sanitized rooms and equipment using aseptic technique to prevent infection and cross-contamination.
Documented information in patient charts and communicated status updates to interdisciplinary care team.
Collaborated with interdisciplinary healthcare teams to provide high-quality patient care.
Provided personal nursing assistance in pre- and post-operative situations.
Managed and maintained patient rooms, shared-living areas and nursing stations.
Provided hands-on nursing care under direct RN supervision, adhering to medical center policies and procedures.
Facilitated activities of daily living, including personal hygiene management, feeding and ambulation.

Education and Training

Longwood High School | Middle Island, NYHigh School Diploma06/2016

SUNY Farmingdale | Farmingdale, NYAssociate of Science05/2018

Eastern Suffolk Boces | Brentwood, NYLicense Practical Nurse 08/2019

Resume Overview

Companies Worked For:

Good Samaritan Nursing Home
Stony Brook Medicine
Island Nursing Rehab Center

School Attended

Longwood High School
SUNY Farmingdale
Eastern Suffolk Boces

Job Titles Held:

Licensed Practical Nurse
Certified Nursing Assistant

Degrees

High School Diploma
Associate of Science
License Practical Nurse

Licensed Practical Nurse Resume Example

Resume Score: 80%

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