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Licensed Practical Nurse resume example with 12+ years of experience

Jessica Claire
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Professional Summary

Committed professional with 14 years of experience in clinical, home health and acute care environments. Team collaborator willing to adapt to new procedural and technical requirements with enthusiastic support. Expertise in vital signs monitoring and medication administration.

Skills
  • Vitals Monitoring
  • Infection Control and Aseptic Procedures
  • Patient Management
  • HIPAA Compliance
  • Transcribing Orders
  • Treatment Planning
  • Diabetes Diagnosis and Treatment
  • Laboratory Testing and results
  • Rehabilitation Techniques
  • Direct Inpatient care
  • Foley Catheter Insertion
  • Wound Dressing and Care
  • IV Insertion and therapy
  • Venipuncture
  • Supra Pubic Catheter Change
  • Suture and Staples Removal
  • Urinalysis
  • Specimen Collection
  • Process Cystoscope
  • Cystoscopy Assist
  • Voiding Trials
  • Bladder Irrigation
  • Bladder Scan
  • Percutaneous Tibial Nerve Stimulation (PTNS) procedure
  • Injection administration LUPRON and ELIGARD
  • Vaccine Administration
  • Assist physician with urethral dilatation, stent removal, and pessaries changes.
  • Patient Education
  • Chart Preparation
  • Prior Authorizations
  • Writing Reports
  • Handoff Report
  • Bilingual (Fluent in English and Spanish)
Work History
Licensed Practical Nurse, 10/2018 - Current
Veterans Health Administration Rockford, IL,
  • Managed patient care through closely monitoring respiration, blood pressure and blood glucose levels.
  • Cared for wounds, provided treatments and assisted with procedures.
  • Delivered updates in patient status to physician, recording all changes in medical records.
  • Gathered dietary information, assisted with feeding and monitored intake to help patients achieve nutritional objectives and support wellness goals.
  • Minimized staff and patient infection risk by cleaning and disinfecting equipment instruments.
  • Provided diagnosis information, treatment possibilities, disease management tips and wound care advice to patients, loved ones and caregivers.
  • Documented accurate and complete patient information to address patient problems and expected outcomes.
  • Obtained biological specimens for ordered tests and prepared for laboratory transport.
  • Administered controlled narcotics, inserted IVs and performed catheterizations.
  • Made valuable contributions to care-plan development and patient education processes backed by thorough research into client diagnoses.
Phlebotomist, 01/2016 - 09/2018
Harrison County Hospital Corydon, IN,
  • Drew blood from veins by vacuum tube, syringe or butterfly venipuncture methods.
  • Protected patients by following infection control, sharps disposal and biohazardous waste disposal procedures.
  • Organized daily work based on collection priority.
  • Maintained exam rooms by ordering supplies, transporting specimens, washing and packing instruments and changing solutions.
  • Performed bedside tests like bleeding time tests and entered results into patient charts.
  • Stocked phlebotomy cart or carrier with appropriate supplies.
  • Obtained blood specimens by performing venipunctures and finger sticks.
  • Followed physician orders when administering therapeutic phlebotomy.
  • Collected blood samples using vacutainer tubes, tourniquets, syringes, butterfly needles, and straight needles.
  • Tracked collected specimens by initialing, dating and noting times of collection.
Caregiver, 01/2013 - 12/2014
Silverado Senior Living Alhambra, CA,
  • Supported clients with mental support and physical activities to accomplish quality of life and sustain needs.
  • Maintained clean personal areas and prepared healthy meals to support client nutritional needs.
  • Gathered dietary information, assisted with feeding and monitored intake to help patients achieve nutritional objectives and support wellness goals.
  • Kept household areas clean and well-stocked, ran errands, managed laundry and completed weekly grocery shopping.
  • Provided safe mobility support to help patients move around personal and public spaces.
  • Provided transportation to doctor's appointments, grocery stores, salons and barbershops.
  • Helped patients care for themselves by teaching proper, safe use of ambulation assistive devices such as canes or walkers.
Rehabilitation Technician, 07/2007 - 11/2012
Gundersen Health System Hillsboro, WI,
  • Communicated back to nurses and therapists regarding patient performance and condition.
  • Helped develop care plans for patients with complex needs and assisted patients with using rehabilitation equipment.
  • Assisted in patient care activities such as bathing, dressing, ambulation and functional transfers.
  • Transported patients to and from treatment areas using wheelchairs and assistive devices.
  • Maintained occupational therapy supply inventories by regularly monitoring stock to determine product levels and anticipate supply needs.
  • Protected patient and personnel safety by cleaning work areas and disinfecting equipment after treatments.
  • Helped develop, implement and optimize patient treatment plans and goals.
  • Developed and maintained courteous and effective working relationships.
Education
Practical Nursing Occupational Certificate: , Expected in 07/2018
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South Florida State College - Avon Park, FL
GPA:
Phlebotomy Occupational Certificate W Distinction: , Expected in 12/2015
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South Florida State College - Avon Park, FL
GPA:
Associate of Arts: , Expected in 07/2015
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South Florida State College - Avon Park, FL
GPA:
GED: , Expected in 12/2011
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South Florida State College - Avon Park, FL
GPA:

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School Attended

  • South Florida State College
  • South Florida State College
  • South Florida State College
  • South Florida State College

Job Titles Held:

  • Licensed Practical Nurse
  • Phlebotomist
  • Caregiver
  • Rehabilitation Technician

Degrees

  • Practical Nursing Occupational Certificate
  • Phlebotomy Occupational Certificate W Distinction
  • Associate of Arts
  • GED

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