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LICENSED PRACTICAL NURSE

Professional Summary

New Grad. Licensed Practical Nurse (LPN) with 25 years extensive experience as a CNA in patient care and hospital administrative functions. Strong skills combined with ability to evaluate and advocate for patient needs. Proven history of cultivating strong patient rapport to provide exceptional care and patient education.

Dependable healthcare team member with sound judgment, excellent clinical abilities and smooth bedside manner. Track and chart vitals and other markers to help patients, support team treatment goals and boost outcomes. Specialist experience in Alzheimer's patient support.

Well-qualified medical professional capable of triaging patients, taking down information and completing basic procedures such as wound care. Excellent communication, prioritization and multitasking abilities with sound judgment and a compassionate nature.

Skills

Patient Assessments
Caregiving skills
Direct Patient Care

Outpatient care
Maintaining nutrition

Work History

Licensed Practical Nurse04/2019 to 05/2020
Company Name – City, State

Offered immediate assistance in emergency and routine paging situations to evaluate needs and deliver care
Minimized staff and patient infection risk by cleaning and disinfecting equipment instruments
Gathered dietary information, assisted with feeding and monitored intake to help patients achieve nutritional objectives and support wellness goals
Applied interpersonal communication skills to comfort and counsel patients and families throughout care process
Managed patient care through closely monitoring respiration, blood pressure and blood glucose levels
Monitored, tracked and conveyed important patient information to healthcare staff to help optimize treatment planning and care delivery
Evaluated patients to identify and address wounds, behavioral concerns and medically relevant symptoms

Certified Nursing Assistant07/2018 to Current
Company Name – City, State

Conferred with multidisciplinary healthcare team to help effectively manage patient conditions with regular testing and vitals assessments
Evaluated patients to identify and address wounds, behavioral concerns and medically relevant symptoms
Assisted patients with mobility needs, including moving to and from beds, organizing wheelchairs and preparing assistive devices
Gathered dietary information, assisted with feeding and monitored intake to help patients achieve nutritional objectives and support wellness goals
Cared for clients with diagnoses such as respiratory failure, diabetes, Parkinson's disease and muscular dystrophy
Offered immediate assistance in emergency and routine paging situations to evaluate needs and deliver care
Transported patients between rooms and appointments or testing locations
Checked patient vitals such as temperature, blood pressure and blood sugar to stay on top of symptoms and keep RN/LPNs informed of changes
Complied with all company-specific guidelines and performed hands-on nursing care to patients under RN supervision
Facilitated activities of daily living, including personal hygiene management, feeding and ambulation
Oversaw and maintained patients' rooms, group living areas and nurse stations
Promoted good oral and personal hygiene by aiding patients with shaving, bathing and teeth brushing
Cleaned and prepared rooms between patients, using aseptic technique to prevent infections and cross-contamination
Helped patients effectively manage routine bathing, grooming and other hygiene needs

Certified Nursing Assistant09/2004 to 07/2018
Company Name – City, State

Assisted patients with mobility needs, including moving to and from beds, organizing wheelchairs and preparing assistive devices
Evaluated patients to identify and address wounds, behavioral concerns and medically relevant symptoms
Gathered dietary information, assisted with feeding and monitored intake to help patients achieve nutritional objectives and support wellness goals
Obtained client medical history, including medication information, symptoms and allergies
Conferred with multidisciplinary healthcare team to help effectively manage patient conditions with regular testing and vitals assessments
Supported ambulation and physical therapy needs by conducting planned exercise routines
Promoted good oral and personal hygiene by aiding patients with shaving, bathing and teeth brushing
Transported patients between rooms and appointments or testing locations
Complied with all company-specific guidelines and performed hands-on nursing care to patients under RN supervision
Facilitated activities of daily living, including personal hygiene management, feeding and ambulation
Delivered individualized patient care by recording vital signs, documenting observations, administering treatments and evaluating patient needs
Offered immediate assistance in emergency and routine paging situations to evaluate needs and deliver care
Cared for clients with diagnoses such as respiratory failure, diabetes, Parkinson's disease and muscular dystrophy
Checked patient vitals such as temperature, blood pressure and blood sugar to stay on top of symptoms and keep Nurse informed of changes
Answered call lights and supported patient comfort and safety by adjusting bed rails and equipment
Cleaned and prepared rooms between patients, using aseptic technique to prevent infections and cross-contamination
Oversaw and maintained patients' rooms, group living areas and nurse stations
Helped patients effectively manage routine bathing, grooming and other hygiene needs

Education

Associate of Science: Practical Nursing05/2020Harmony Health Care Institute- City, State

High School Diploma06/1989Circo Praia The Victoria Azores - City

High School Diploma12/2018Mount Wachusett Community College- City, State

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School Attended

Harmony Health Care Institute
Circo Praia The Victoria Azores
Mount Wachusett Community College

Job Titles Held:

Licensed Practical Nurse
Certified Nursing Assistant

Degrees

Associate of Science : Practical Nursing 05/2020
High School Diploma 06/1989
High School Diploma 12/2018

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Resume Score: 80%

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