licensed practical nurse resume example

(Fergus Falls Medical Group, PA merged with Lake Region Healthcare in May of 2010.)

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• Cared for wounds, provided treatments and assisted with procedures.
• Monitored, tracked and conveyed important patient information to healthcare staff to help optimize treatment planning and care delivery.
• Comforted and counseled patients and families throughout care process.
• Performed routine evaluations of each patient's status, needs and preferences.
• Collaborated with providers to assess patient needs, plan and modify care and implement interventions.
• Supported physicians during examinations and scans to assist with diagnostic procedures.
• Minimized staff and patient infection risk by cleaning and disinfecting equipment instruments.
• Administered controlled narcotics and performed catheterizations.
• Assisted with admissions, appointments, and transfers.
• Educated patients and caregivers on medical diagnoses and treatment.
• Documented accurate and complete patient information to address patient problems and expected outcomes.
• Used aseptic techniques to provide sterilized wound care and dressing applications.
• Delivered updates in patient status to providers, recording all changes in medical records.
• Monitored and tracked patient vitals in EHR to keep team informed of changing conditions.
• Obtained patient vital signs and input/output measurements from outpatients.
• Answered incoming phone calls from patients to provide basic assistance and triage medical concerns.
• Obtained biological specimens for ordered tests and prepared for laboratory transport.
• Managed appointment calendar for scans, lab tests, and evaluations.

• Coordinated daily medicine schedules and administration to help clients address symptoms and enhance quality of life.
• Kept records of patient details, medications, and other activities.
• Increased medication and medical terminology knowledge through research and continuing education.
• Reported changes in patient status regarding drug therapy.
• Checked vital signs on daily basis and contacted supervisor regarding patient health concerns or behavioral changes.
• Assisted patients with dressing, grooming and feeding needs, helping to overcome and adapt to mobility restrictions.
• Took patient vital signs, height and weight measurements and monitored glucose and patient wellbeing.
• Interacted kindly with patients and families and displayed positive, outgoing attitude, resulting in establishment of long-term, professional relationships.
• Assisted patients with handling daily chores and errands by transporting to appointments, cleaning personal spaces and purchasing supplies.
• Helped patients safely transition between sleeping surfaces and mobility assistance such as wheelchairs by providing consistent support.
• Kept close eye on behavior and emotional responses of clients to address concerns and protect each person from harm.
• Provided patients with assistance in completing daily tasks, reducing daily burden on family members.
• Complied with all company-specific guidelines and performed hands-on nursing care to patients under RN supervision.
• Cared for clients with diagnoses such as respiratory failure, diabetes, Parkinson's disease and muscular dystrophy.
• Maintained patient stability by checking vital signs and weight and recording intake and outtake information.
• Transported patients between rooms and appointments or testing locations.
• Facilitated activities of daily living, including personal hygiene management, feeding and ambulation.
• Helped patients effectively manage routine bathing, grooming and other hygiene needs
• Promoted good oral and personal hygiene by aiding patients with shaving, bathing and teeth brushing
• Agreed to take on additional shifts and extra hours during busy periods and holidays to maintain proper staffing and floor coverage
• Transported patients to treatment units and operating rooms by using wheelchairs, stretchers or moveable beds
• Assisted with feeding and monitored intake to help patients achieve nutritional objectives
• Answered call lights and supported patient comfort and safety by adjusting bed rails and equipment
• Administered medications or treatments such as catheterizations, suppositories, enemas and douches as directed by nurse or physician