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LICENSED PRACTICAL NURSE
Summary
Dedicated and compassionate Licensed Practical Nurse with extensive experience in medical procedures, including sample collection, blood draw, IV insertion and infection control. Meticulous regard for detail and accuracy with strong follow-through and administrative skills. Maintains composure and makes accurate decisions in fast-paced, unpredictable and stressful environments. History of interfacing seamlessly with doctors, specialized support services, patients and visiting families.
Skills
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Experience
Medstar Health | Pikesville , MDLicensed Practical Nurse08/2018 - 12/2020
- Examined and addressed lacerations, contusions and physical symptoms to assess and prioritize need for further attention.
- Collected biological specimens and packages for laboratory transport to complete diagnostic tests.
- Researched and studied client diagnoses to identify care needs, effectively contributed to nursing plan developments and facilitated patient education.
- Triaged patients by phone and provided general assistance for basic and advanced needs.
- 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.
- Counseled clients, patients and families and provided emotional and psychosocial support.
- Assisted physicians with conducting examinations and patient scans during diagnostic processes.
- Prevented drug interactions and contributed to correct diagnosis by recording patient health information, monitoring vitals and updating patient files with ECW.
- Collected and documented vital signs to track current patient conditions.
- Monitored patient's respiration activity, blood pressure and blood glucose levels in response to medical administration.
- Documented patient intake information, including medical histories, current symptoms and vitals such as height and weight.
- Used sterile techniques to prepare patients for intra-articular injections, I&D's of surgical wounds and other procedures as ordered by physician in a clinic setting.
- Educated clients, patients and caregivers on medical diagnoses, treatment options, chronic disease self-management and wound management.
- Answered patient and family questions to educate on optimal treatment procedures.
- Scheduled appointments for evaluations and scans for office with up to 40 + active patients.
- Followed rehabilitation and treatment care plans to accelerate patient recovery, minimize pain and optimize patient outcomes.
- Communicated concerns regarding clients' status, care and environment to nursing supervisors, clinical care supervisors and case managers.
Davita | San Bruno , CAHospital Licensed Practical Nurse06/2016 - 08/2018
- Administered general care to patients, including recording of temperature and blood pressure, wound dressing and [Type] testing.
- Answered patient calls, identified issues and determined how best to provide assistance within parameters established by facility and supervisor.
- Worked with the physician and charge nurse to evaluate intervention outcomes and make needed adjustments to care plans.
- Observed strict confidentiality and safeguarded all patient-related information.
- Collected biological samples for routine laboratory testing to assist diagnostic processes.
- Addressed patient care needs, collected vitals, dressed wounds and managed catheters.
- Administered medications and therapies in accordance with physicians orders.
- Utilized computerized Resource and Patient Management System (RPMS) and Electronic Health Record (EHR) system.
- Collected biological samples from patients and performed routine lab tests to support diagnosis.
- Took blood, tissue and fluid samples to perform laboratory tests.
- Provided post-operative nursing care.
- Monitored infection control procedures to verify facility-wide health and safety.
- Evaluated patient care procedural changes for effectiveness and made necessary adjustments.
- Charted changes in patient conditions and discussed concerns with supervising healthcare provider.
- Assisted patients with daily tasks, such as dressing, hygiene upkeep and movement throughout facility,
- Administered prescribed medications and started intravenous fluids to address patient symptoms and underlying etiologies.
- Directed implementation of improved patient care and documentation methods and procedures to achieve quality objectives.
- Communicated effectively with patients and loved ones to explain diagnoses, treatment options and procedures.
- Performed triage to maximum team productivity and effectiveness.
- Provided behavioral and emotional support and closely supervised patients suffering from dementia and Alzheimer's.
- Checked in on patients at regular intervals to record food and fluid intake and output, taking measures to promote healthy levels as needed.
Fairfield Medical Center | Lancaster , OHFloor Licensed Practical Nurse05/2014 - 08/2018
- Communicated with nursing personnel to enforce procedures, policies and regulations.
- Supervised CNAs and other staff delivering care in long term acute care setting by coaching and supporting.
- Initiated admissions, transitions and discharges by communicating with colleagues as well as patients and family members.
- Interpreted and implemented individual care plans.
- Completed required forms and chart documentation, including recording vital signs, medications and other information.
- Monitored patients and administered care through daily activities.
- Provided behavioral and emotional support and closely supervised patients suffering from dementia and Alzheimer's.
- Evaluated patient care procedural changes for effectiveness and made necessary adjustments.
- Observed strict confidentiality and safeguarded all patient-related information.
- Directed implementation of improved patient care and documentation methods and procedures to achieve quality objectives.
- Provided training and supervision to non-licensed-member staff in long term acute care unit.
- Took blood, tissue and fluid samples to perform laboratory tests.
- Provided pre- and post-operative nursing care.
- Answered patient calls, identified issues and determined how best to provide assistance within parameters established by facility and supervisor.
- Administered medications and therapies in accordance with physicians orders.
- Performed triage to maximum team productivity and effectiveness.
- Charted changes in patient conditions and discussed concerns with supervising healthcare provider.
- Checked in on patients at regular intervals to record food and fluid intake and output, taking measures to promote healthy levels as needed.
- Assisted patients with daily tasks, such as dressing, hygiene upkeep and movement throughout facility,
- Collected biological samples from patients and performed routine lab tests to support diagnosis.
- Administered prescribed medications and started intravenous fluids to address patient symptoms and underlying etiologies.
- Communicated effectively with patients and loved ones to explain diagnoses, treatment options and procedures.
- Monitored infection control procedures to verify facility-wide health and safety.
- Collected biological samples for routine laboratory testing to assist diagnostic processes.
- Administered general care to patients, including recording of temperature and blood pressure, wound dressing and [Type] testing.
- Addressed patient care needs, collected vitals, dressed wounds and managed catheters.
- Worked with physician and charge nurse to evaluate intervention outcomes and make needed adjustments to care plans.
Education and Training
Bethel High School | City, StateHigh School Diploma05/1989
Gordon Cooper Technology Center | City, StateLPN Licensure in Nursing06/1997
Seminole State College | City, StateSome College (No Degree) in Basic Requirements
Activities and Honors
Graduated first in my class academically and was President of the class chapter of HOSA.
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School Attended
- Bethel High School
- Gordon Cooper Technology Center
- Seminole State College
Job Titles Held:
- Licensed Practical Nurse
- Hospital Licensed Practical Nurse
- Floor Licensed Practical Nurse
Degrees
- High School Diploma
LPN Licensure in Nursing
Some College (No Degree) in Basic Requirements
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