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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.

Knowledgeable and compassionate

Skills
  • Samples collection
  • Patient triaging
  • Multi-tasking and prioritization
  • Assisting physicians
  • Documenting incidents
  • Caring for wounds
  • Staff direction and task delegation
  • Counting narcotics
  • Empathetic and compassionate
  • Tracking symptoms
  • Entry management
  • Inventory Management
  • Safety inspections
  • Customer Service
  • Organization
  • Team Building
  • First Aid/CPR
Experience
Licensed Practical Nurse02/2019 to 12/2020La Canada Care CenterTucson, AZ
  • Documented patient intake information, including medical histories, current symptoms and vitals such as height and weight.
  • Collected biological specimens and packaged for laboratory transport to complete important diagnostic tests.
  • Responded to patient alarms and needs-assessment requests to identify course of treatment.
  • Managed wound care, gave respiratory treatments and helped with non-invasive procedures.
  • Followed rehabilitation and treatment care plans to accelerate patient recovery, minimize pain and optimize patient outcomes.
  • 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.
  • Evaluated patient status and re-assessed clients' nursing needs every hour.
  • Delivered high-quality direct and indirect nursing care to up to 18 patients per day.
  • Answered patient and family questions to educate on optimal treatment procedures.
  • Monitored patient's respiration activity, blood pressure and blood glucose levels in response to medical administration.
  • Communicated concerns regarding clients' status, care and environment to nursing supervisors, clinical care supervisors and case managers.
  • Started, monitored and managed intravenous medication to stabilize patient heart and blood pressure.
  • Administered patient care to SNF 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 with Point Click Care.
Licensed Practical Nurse06/2014 to 07/2018Copper Health Oro ValleyOro Valley, AZ
  • Documented patient intake information, including medical histories, current symptoms and vitals such as height and weight.
  • Responded to patient alarms and needs-assessment requests to identify course of treatment.
  • Medication administration and follow-up assessments on effectiveness.
  • Monitoring IV and PO antibiotic therapy, monitoring for signs and symptoms of adverse reactions and effectiveness.
  • Reported patient conditions directly to RN and/or HCP.
  • Examined and addressed lacerations, contusions and other physical symptoms in need of further attention.
  • Prevented drug interactions and contributed to correct diagnosis by recording patient health information, monitoring vitals and updating patient files with Point Click Care.
  • Communicated concerns regarding clients' status, care and environment to nursing supervisors, clinical care supervisors and case managers.
  • Observed, charted and reported developments in patient health condition in a 36-bed facility.
  • Monitored patient's respiration activity, blood pressure and blood glucose levels in response to medical administration.
  • Collected and documented vital signs to track current patient conditions.
  • Counseled clients, patients and families and provided emotional and psychosocial support.
  • Delivered high-quality direct and indirect nursing care to up to 18 patients per day.
  • Administered patient care to SNF patients by initiating preventative and rehabilitative interventions, assisting patients with activities of daily living (ADL), positioning, mobilization and personal hygiene support.
  • Guaranteed exceptional care quality by correctly administering medication, inserting and caring for catheters, dressing and changing wounds and assisting with personal hygiene.
  • 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.
  • Evaluated patient status and re-assessed clients' nursing needs every hour.
  • Started, monitored and managed intravenous medication to stabilize patient heart and blood pressure.
  • Managed wound care, gave respiratory treatments and helped with non-invasive procedures.
Licensed Practical Nurse10/2011 to 01/2014Life Care Centers Of AmericaTucson, AZ
  • 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.
  • Examined and addressed lacerations, contusions and other physical symptoms in need of further attention.
  • Responded to patient alarms and needs-assessment requests to identify course of treatment.
  • Researched and studied client diagnoses to identify care needs, effectively contributed to nursing plan developments and facilitated patient education.
  • Managed wound care, gave respiratory treatments and helped with non-invasive procedures.
  • Collected biological specimens and packaged for laboratory transport to complete important diagnostic tests.
  • Followed rehabilitation and treatment care plans to accelerate patient recovery, minimize pain and optimize patient outcomes.
  • Evaluated patient status and re-assessed clients' nursing needs every hour.
  • 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.
  • Started, monitored and managed intravenous medication to stabilize patient heart and blood pressure.
  • Guaranteed exceptional care quality by correctly administering medication, inserting and caring for catheters, dressing and changing wounds and assisting with personal hygiene.
  • Delivered high-quality direct and indirect nursing care to up to 23 patients per day.
  • Administered patient care to SNF patients by initiating preventative and rehabilitative interventions, assisting patients with activities of daily living (ADL), positioning, mobilization and personal hygiene support.
  • Collected and documented vital signs to track current patient conditions.
  • Counseled clients, patients and families and provided emotional and psychosocial support.
  • Monitored patient's respiration activity, blood pressure and blood glucose levels in response to medical administration.
  • Communicated concerns regarding clients' status, care and environment to nursing supervisors, clinical care supervisors and case managers.
  • Prevented drug interactions and contributed to correct diagnosis by recording patient health information, monitoring vitals and updating patient files with Point Click Care.
Education and Training
Some College (No Degree): Practical NursingPima Community CollegeTucson, AZ
  • Completed professional development in Practical Nursing.
Additional Information

Licensed Practical nurse with 9+ years experience. I started my career in healthcare as a Certified Nurses Assistant and worked at that level for almost 20 years before obtaining my license. I have worked mainly on sub-acute units in facilities that are also Long-Term care. I am currently completing my Associates in Science degree to be a Registered Nurse and working toward my BSN simultaneously.

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Resume Overview

Companies Worked For:

  • La Canada Care Center
  • Copper Health Oro Valley
  • Life Care Centers Of America

School Attended

  • Pima Community College

Job Titles Held:

  • Licensed Practical Nurse

Degrees

  • Some College (No Degree) : Practical Nursing

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