licensed practical nurse resume example with 13 years of experience
JessicaClaire
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Summary
Dedicated and compassionate Licensed Practical Nurse with three years of 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. Daisy Award recipient 2020.
Skills
Multi-tasking and prioritization
Samples collection
Healthcare platforms
Caring for wounds
Documenting incidents
Tracking symptoms
Licensed Practical Nurse
Empathetic and compassionate
Staff direction and task delegation
Regulatory requirements
Psychotropic medication knowledge
Educating families
Rehabilitation techniques
Counting narcotics
Assisting physicians
Computer skills
Friendly, positive attitude
Data management
Telemetry monitoring
NIH Stroke scale certification
Experience
Licensed Practical Nurse, 11/2019 - Current Unitedhealth Group Inc. – Leominster, MA,
Collected and documented vital signs to track current patient conditions.
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.
Documented patient intake and dietary requirements and aided with feeding and monitoring.
Answered patient and family questions to educate on optimal treatment procedures.
Responded to patient alarms and needs-assessment requests to identify course of treatment.
Promoted patient satisfaction by assisting with daily living needs such as bathing, dressing, toileting and exercising.
Followed rehabilitation and treatment care plans to accelerate patient recovery, minimize pain and optimize patient outcomes.
Assisted physicians with conducting examinations and patient scans during diagnostic processes.
Prevented drug interactions and contributed to correct diagnosis by recording patient health information, monitoring vitals and updating patient files.
Collected biological specimens and packaged for laboratory transport to complete diagnostic tests.
Examined and addressed lacerations, contusions and physical symptoms to assess and prioritize need for further attention.
Started, monitored and managed intravenous medication to stabilize patient heart and blood pressure.
Used sterile techniques to prepare patients for procedures.
Triaged patients by phone and provided general assistance for basic and advanced needs.
Charted changes in patient conditions and discussed concerns with supervising healthcare provider.
Addressed patient care needs, collected vitals, dressed wounds and managed catheters.
Cared for patients' acute and chronic wounds by changing dressings and applying medicated compounds.
Observed strict confidentiality and safeguarded all patient-related information.
Worked with registered nurses to deliver comprehensive, high-quality care to patients.
Answered patient calls, identified issues and determined how best to provide assistance within parameters established by facility and supervisor.
Inserted, cared for and removed patients' catheters and monitored fluid output.
Administered prescribed medications and started intravenous fluids to address patient symptoms and underlying etiologies.
Monitored infection control procedures to verify facility-wide health and safety.
Assisted with patients' nutritional needs by setting up self-feeding assistance or directly feeding individuals with severely limited mobility.
Observed, charted and reported developments in patient health condition in bed hospital.
Evaluated patient care procedural changes for effectiveness and made necessary adjustments.
Managed patients' hygiene with comprehensive care for toileting, bathing and grooming needs.
Directed implementation of improved patient care and documentation methods and procedures to achieve quality objectives.
Kept EHR updated with patients' vital statistics, tracking metrics and observations about behaviors or responses.
Collected biological samples for routine laboratory testing to assist diagnostic processes.
Sterilized equipment and supplies using germicides and autoclaves to protect patients and staff from infection.
Patient Care Assistant, 08/2008 - 11/2019 Corizon Health, Inc. – Punta Gorda, FL,
Assisted patients with shaving, bathing and oral hygiene to promote healthy habits and overall wellness.
Engaged with patient family and friends to provide courteous visit experience.
Promoted patient comfort by quickly responding to calls and handling diverse needs.
Documented patient intake and dietary requirements and aided with feeding and monitoring.
Obtained patient vital signs and reported results to staff nurse or physician to identify changes from prior measurements.
Documented information in patient charts and communicated status updates to interdisciplinary care team.
Responded to patient alarms and needs-assessment requests to identify course of treatment.
Promoted patient satisfaction by assisting with daily living needs such as bathing, dressing, toileting and exercising.
Used mobility devices to transport patients.
Ambulated patients with appropriate assistive devices and in line with proper body mechanics.
Communicated changes in patient conditions and other unit concerns to multidisciplinary team.
Obtained vital signs and collected biological samples to assist with diagnostic testing and ongoing assessments.
Organized games and other activities to engage clients and offer mental stimulation.
Performed minor housekeeping tasks to keep patient areas clean and sanitized.
Collected biological specimens and packaged for laboratory transport to complete diagnostic tests.
Delivered personal nursing assistance in pre- and post-operative situations.
Examined and addressed lacerations, contusions and physical symptoms to assess and prioritize need for further attention.
Supported unit efficiency by maintaining current and accurate clerical paperwork.
Provided care, comfort and emotional support to children and adolescents facing serious illnesses and medical procedures.
Interviewed patients to obtain medical information, weight and height measurements and vital signs to aid physicians with patient care planning.
Responded to bell or light signal calls to assist patients with needs.
Implemented creative activities to emotionally support patients throughout medical treatment.
Collected and labeled specimens to prepare for delivery to laboratory.
Played games with patients to boost mood, improve memory and provide light entertainment.
Counseled patients on pain management best practices, including treatment procedures, disease prevention, medication risks, special diets and physician instructions.
Used hospital-approved devices and techniques to transport and lift patients.
Contributed to unit improvements by providing cost-effective care in line with performance targets.
Used play, conversation, art and other forms of self-expression to prepare patients for everything from routine tests to complicated surgeries.
Optimized patient satisfaction, assisting senior leadership with medical procedures while explaining all exams and processes.
Pharmacy Assistant, 07/2008 - 06/2016 State Of Montana – Plains, MT,
Maintained pharmacy counter and related areas in clean, neat and organized fashion.
Responded to telephone inquiries and provided information about order status, store hours and pharmacy procedures.
Helped pharmacy staff prepare medications and fill orders.
Opened incoming supplies and stocked in correct locations.
Teamed with peers, technicians and pharmacists to prioritize and complete orders.
Restocked shelves and prepared expired drugs for return.
Performed clerical functions, including filing, copying and faxing.
Prepared medication labels with item name and quantity.
Delivered quality care to customers through close collaboration with pharmacist.
Entered current customer, payment and inventory information into system to keep data accurate.
Arranged retail products in pharmacy area according to merchandising planograms and end cap placement needs.
Reviewed order information against computer database.
Verified prescriptions by contacting physicians' offices and receiving approval.
Trained new pharmacy staff in procedures and customer service standards.
Flagged potential drug interactions and allergies to prescribed medications for patients with different health conditions.
Maintained clean and organized pharmacy shelving and work areas.
Managed inventories, rotated stock, removed expired or damaged drug products and resolved discrepancies in drug counts.
Efficiently processed cash register transactions for new and refilled prescription orders.
Created new customer profiles and updated changes such as demographics, allergies and new medications in pharmacy computer systems.
Adhered to regulatory guidelines for workplace safety and customer confidentiality.
Received and verified daily incoming drug inventories, reported discrepancies and logged items into inventory system.
Communicated with insurance companies for billing purposes.
Transmitted claims to insurance companies for payment and reconciled EOBs.
Supported pharmacist in preparing daily prescriptions.
Compiled customer demographic, allergy and medical history background.
Received, reviewed, dispensed and labeled over prescriptions daily.
Participated in prescription pharmaceutical and over-the-counter product inventory audits.
Education and Training
Practical Nursing Diploma : Practical Nursing, Expected in - James Sprunt Community College - Kenansville, NC GPA: Status -
: , Expected in - Sampson Community College - Clinton, NC GPA: Status -
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