Licensed Practical Nurse Resume Example Navicent Health

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

Samples collection
Multi-tasking and prioritization
Patient triaging
Healthcare platforms
Counting narcotics
Empathetic and compassionate
Assisting physicians
Caring for wounds

Educating families
Georgia Licensed Practical Nurse
Documenting incidents
Planning and coordination
First Aid/CPR
IV drug therapy management
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Experience

Licensed Practical NurseNavicent Health | Macon, GA | Nov 2018-Current

Responded to patient alarms and needs-assessment requests to identify course of treatment.
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.
Managed wound care and helped with non-invasive procedures.
Collected biological specimens and packaged for laboratory transport to complete important diagnostic tests.
Researched and studied client diagnoses to identify care needs, effectively contributed to nursing plan developments and facilitated patient education.
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.
Monitored patient's respiration activity, blood pressure and blood glucose levels in response to medical administration.
Started, monitored and managed intravenous medication to stabilize patient heart and blood pressure.
Delivered high-quality direct and indirect nursing care to up to 6 patients per day.
Observed, charted and reported developments in patient health condition.
Guaranteed exceptional care quality by correctly administering medication, inserting and caring for catheters, dressing and changing wounds and assisting with personal hygiene.
Communicated concerns regarding clients' status, care and environment to nursing supervisors, clinical care supervisors and case managers.
Handled telemetry monitoring of patients cardiac rhythms.
Utilized telemetry to monitor patients cardiac status.
Performed rounds on as needed basis on cardiac floor, checking on patients' well-being.
Answered patient questions and provided take-home materials for further information.
Administered oral, intramuscular and IV medications to patients and monitored responses.
Administered oral, IV and intra-muscular medications and monitored patient reactions.
Immunized patients against diseases such as influenza and pneumonia to protect vulnerable populations from serious illnesses.
Delivered quality care and comfort to patients with heart failure, pulmonary embolisms and end-stage renal disease.
Responded to emergency situations with speed, expertise and level-headed approaches to provide optimal care, support and life-saving interventions.
Coordinated care for up to 6 patients per shift in busy cardiac observation unit setting.

Licensed Practical NurseClayton State University-University Health | Morrow, GA | Dec 2017-Nov 2018

Documented patient intake information, including medical histories, current symptoms and vitals such as height and weight.
Managed wound care, gave respiratory treatments and helped with non-invasive procedures.
Examined and addressed lacerations, contusions and other physical symptoms in need of further attention.
Collected biological specimens and packaged for laboratory transport to complete important diagnostic tests.
Cleaned and sanitized rooms and equipment using aseptic technique to prevent infection and cross-contamination.
Triaged patients by phone and provided general assistance for basic and advanced needs.
Educated clients, patients and caregivers on medical diagnoses, treatment options, chronic disease self-management and wound management.
Counseled clients, patients and families and provided emotional and psychosocial support.
Cleaned and sterilized instruments and equipment to protect staff and patients from infection risk.
Organized and attended orientations for new students to educate on services offered and to maintain compliance with immunizations.
Received, reviewed and followed up on all labs collected.

Licensed Practical NurseKaiser Permanente | McDonough, GA | Jan 2016-Dec 2017

Prepared patient for exams by reviewing history, collecting current information and appropriate vital signs, documenting in the medical record according to guidelines (e.g., hearing, vision, blood pressure)
Provided intervention ordered by practitioner (e.g. medication, dressings, specimen collections, irrigations, suture removals, and IVs) and documented patient response.
Prepared room and equipment for procedures and assist physician as needed.
Initiated interventions and health education according to prevention guidelines.
Assisted with monitoring and management of patient and physician electronic messages as delegated by the RN and within the scope of practice.
Educated patient and provided preparation materials for diagnostic studies according to guidelines.
Scheduled appointments for patients with Lab, Radiology, consultants, and follow up appointments as ordered by the provider.
Effectively provided prevention, early intervention, and ongoing health education for patient and family.
Precepted new nursing staff members.
Maintained department Quality Improvement standards.

Education and Training

Associate of Science: NursingAlbany State University | | Albany, GA | Expected in Dec 2020

Diploma: Practical NursingGriffin Technical College | | Griffin, GA | Dec 2009

Certifications

BLS for Healthcare Providers

Resume Overview

Companies Worked For:

Navicent Health
Clayton State University-University Health
Kaiser Permanente

School Attended

Albany State University
Griffin Technical College

Job Titles Held:

Licensed Practical Nurse

Degrees

Associate of Science : Nursing
Diploma : Practical Nursing

Licensed Practical Nurse Resume Example

Resume Score: 80%

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