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LICENSED PRACTICAL NURSE
Summary

Dedicated and compassionate Licensed Practical Nurse with over 18 years experience in medical procedures, including sample collection, blood draw, IV and catheter insertion and infection control. Also proficient in non-surgical procedures and other various methods of medication administration, breathing treatments, injections, etc. 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 families.

Skills
  • Multi-tasking and prioritization
  • Organization
  • Operational improvement/problem resolution
  • Empathetic and compassionate
  • Dependable, loyal
Experience
Family Practice of Grand Island P.C | Grand Island, NebraskaLicensed Practical Nurse06/2011 - Current
  • Triaged patients by phone and provided general assistance for basic and advanced needs.
  • Examined and addressed lacerations, contusions and other physical symptoms in need of further attention.
  • 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.
  • Collected biological specimens and packaged for laboratory transport to complete important diagnostic tests.
  • Documented patient intake information, including medical histories, current symptoms and vitals such as height and weight.
  • Answered patient and family questions to educate on optimal treatment procedures.
  • Communicated concerns regarding clients' status, care and environment to nursing supervisors, clinical care supervisors and case managers.
  • Cleaned and sterilized instruments and equipment to protect staff and patients from infection risk.
Rustad Dermatology | Lincoln, NELicensed Practical Nurse01/2011 - Current
  • Cleaned and sanitized rooms and equipment using aseptic technique to prevent infection and cross-contamination.
  • Collected biological specimens and packaged for laboratory transport to complete important diagnostic tests.
  • Documented patient intake information, including medical histories, current symptoms and vitals such as height and weight.
  • Researched and studied client diagnoses to identify care needs, effectively contributed to nursing plan developments and facilitated patient education.
  • Assisted physicians with conducting examinations and patient scans during diagnostic processes.
  • Assisted physician with minor procedures/surgeries maintaining a sterile, safe environment.
  • Answered patient and family questions to educate on optimal treatment procedures.
  • On-call after hours for emergency wound care.
Lebensraum Assisted Living | Grand Island, NebraskaLicensed Practical Nurse01/2011 - 01/2013
  • 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.
  • Documented patient intake information, including medical histories, current symptoms and vitals such as height and weight.
  • Researched and studied client diagnoses to identify care needs, effectively contributed to nursing plan developments and facilitated patient education.
  • Monitored patients' condition and progress, reevaluating treatments as necessary.
  • Adhered to facility and legal standards for daily operations and medication room management.
  • Evaluated patient care procedural changes for effectiveness and made necessary adjustments.
  • Charted changes in patient conditions and discussed concerns with supervising healthcare provider.
  • Administered medications and therapies in accordance with physicians orders.
  • Assessed the performance of individual nurses and developed improvement plans for struggling or deficient personnel.
Education and Training
Central Community College | Grand Island, NELicensed Practical Nurse-Certified2008

48 hours completed

Upon completion of the LPN-C course I was able to:

-Demonstrate a knowledge of anatomy and physiology of the circulatory, pulmonary and renal systems.

-Demonstrate a basic knowledge of fluid and electrolyte balance.

-Explain rationale for intravenous therapy.

-Identify appropriate intravenous equipment, medications and solutions within the scope of LPN-Certified practice.

-Establish peripheral intravenous infusions safely and comfortably for patients, using the equipment correctly.

-Maintain intravenous infusions correctly with comfort and safety for patients.

-Describe pharmacology of approved intravenous medications including potential complications and adverse effects.

-Document appropriately all nursing interventions performed within the scope of the LPN-C nurse.

CHI Health Saint Francis | Grand Island, NEAmerican Heart Association BLS Provider Training2019

4 hours completed

Upon course completion, I retained the skills necessary to:

-Perform high-quality CPR for adults, children and infants

-Properly use an AED

-Give effective ventilations when using a barrier device

-Multirescuer resuscitation

-Relief of foreign body airway obstruction (choking) for adults and infants

Excelsior College | Albany, NYAssociate of Science in Nursing

I am currently working on the last general course requirement for the ADN program and hope to begin the nursing courses in Jan. 2021. Upon completion, my goal is to proceed into the BSN program through Excelsior.

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Resume Overview

Companies Worked For:

  • Family Practice of Grand Island P.C
  • Rustad Dermatology
  • Lebensraum Assisted Living

School Attended

  • Central Community College
  • CHI Health Saint Francis
  • Excelsior College

Job Titles Held:

  • Licensed Practical Nurse

Degrees

  • Licensed Practical Nurse-Certified
    American Heart Association BLS Provider Training
    Associate of Science in Nursing

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