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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

Healthcare platforms
Samples collection
Patient triaging
Multi-tasking and prioritization
Documenting incidents
Empathetic and compassionate

Psychotropic medication knowledge
Educating families
Assisting physicians
Counting narcotics
Wound cleaning/care expertise
CPR and BLS certified

Experience

Licensed Practical Nurse|Company Name - City, State|10/2007 - 11/2009

Triaged patients by phone and provided general assistance for basic and advanced needs.
Counseled clients, patients and families and provided emotional and psychosocial support.
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.
Examined and addressed lacerations, contusions and other physical symptoms in need of further attention.
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.
Educated clients, patients and caregivers on medical diagnoses, treatment options, chronic disease self-management and wound management.
Collected and documented vital signs to track current patient conditions.
Delivered high-quality direct and indirect nursing care to up to 12 patients per day.
Documented patient intake information, including medical histories, current symptoms and vitals such as height and weight.
Communicated concerns regarding clients' status, care and environment to nursing supervisors, clinical care supervisors and case managers.
Answered patient and family questions to educate on optimal treatment procedures.
Promoted patient satisfaction by assisting with daily living needs such as bathing, dressing, toileting and exercising.
Documented patient intake and dietary requirements and assisted with feeding.
Monitored patient's respiration activity, blood pressure and blood glucose levels in response to medical administration.
Researched and studied client diagnoses to identify care needs, effectively contributed to nursing plan developments and facilitated patient education.
Guaranteed exceptional care quality by correctly administering medication, inserting and caring for catheters, dressing and changing wounds and assisting with personal hygiene.
Administered patient care t patients by initiating preventative and rehabilitative interventions, assisting patients with activities of daily living (ADL), positioning, mobilization and personal hygiene support.

Licensed Practical Nurse|Company Name - City, State|09/2009 - 03/2019

Educated clients, patients and caregivers on medical diagnoses, treatment options, chronic disease self-management and wound management.
Cleaned and sanitized rooms and equipment using aseptic technique to prevent infection and cross-contamination.
Guaranteed exceptional care quality by correctly administering medication, inserting and caring for catheters, dressing and changing wounds and assisting with personal hygiene.
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.
Documented patient intake information, including medical histories, current symptoms and vitals such as height and weight.
Started, monitored and managed intravenous medication to stabilize patient heart and blood pressure.
Examined and addressed lacerations, contusions and other physical symptoms in need of further attention.
Assisted physicians with conducting examinations and patient scans during diagnostic processes.
Answered patient and family questions to educate on optimal treatment procedures.
Prevented drug interactions and contributed to correct diagnosis by recording patient health information, monitoring vitals and updating patient files with Corretek EMR.
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.

Physician Substitute|Company Name - City, State|12/2017 - 09/2019

Interviewed patients to assess histories, investigate concerns and complete physical examinations.
Provided excellent direct patient care through assessments and emergency care.
Monitored patients with acute adverse reactions and for changes, improvements or need for intervention.
Patientlyexplained prescribed procedures and discussed test results with patients and family members.
Trained internal staff members on administrative processes, work instructions and procedures to facilitate consistent and seamless company operations.
Collaborated with other healthcare professionals to provide comprehensive patient care.

Licensed Practical Nurse|Company Name - City, State|09/2019 - Current

Managed wound care, gave respiratory treatments and helped with non-invasive procedures.
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.
Documented patient intake information, including medical histories, current symptoms and vitals such as height and weight.
Prevented drug interactions and contributed to correct diagnosis by recording patient health information, monitoring vitals and updating patient files with EMR.
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.
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.
Communicated concerns regarding clients' status, care and environment to nursing supervisors, clinical care supervisors and case managers.

Education and Training

Medvance Institute|CitySome College (No Degree): Practical Nursing

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School Attended

Medvance Institute

Job Titles Held:

Licensed Practical Nurse
Physician Substitute

Degrees

Some College (No Degree) : Practical Nursing

Licensed Practical Nurse Resume Example

Resume Score: 80%

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