licensed practical nurse resume example with 2+ years of experience
JessicaClaire
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Summary
Self-motivated, decisive healthcare professional with proven bedside manner, clinical skills and diagnostic support experience. Manage and document current conditions to effectively support patients and work within multidisciplinary healthcare team to enhance outcomes. Specialize in geriatric patient care.
Experience
Licensed Practical Nurse, 07/2020 - Current State Of Rhode Island – Glocester, RI,
Documented patient intake and dietary requirements, also assisting with feeding and monitoring.
Promoted patient satisfaction by assisting with daily living needs such as bathing, dressing, toileting and exercising.
Responded to patient alarms and needs-assessment requests to identify course of treatment.
Used sterile techniques, including foley insertion and PICC line dressing changes to prepare patients for procedures.
Followed rehabilitation and treatment care plans to accelerate patient recovery, minimize pain and optimize patient outcomes.
Educated clients, patients and caregivers on medical diagnoses, treatment options, chronic disease self-management and wound management.
Communicated concerns regarding clients' status, care and environment to nursing supervisors, clinical care supervisors and case managers.
Collected biological specimens and packages for laboratory transport to complete diagnostic tests.
Delivered high-quality direct and indirect nursing care to up to 60 patients per day.
Researched and studied client diagnoses to identify care needs, effectively contributed to nursing plan developments and facilitated patient education.
Prevented drug interactions and contributed to correct diagnosis by recording patient health information, monitoring vitals and updating patient files with Matrix, Meditech, Epic, and Point click care.
Collected and documented vital signs to track current patient conditions.
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.
Managed wound care, gave respiratory treatments and helped with non-invasive procedures.
Scheduled appointments for evaluations and scans for office with 50+ active patients.
Started, monitored and managed intravenous medication to stabilize patient heart and blood pressure.
Monitored patient's respiration activity, blood pressure and blood glucose levels in response to medical administration.
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.
Examined and addressed lacerations, contusions and physical symptoms to assess and prioritize need for further attention.
Guaranteed exceptional care quality by correctly administering medication, inserting and caring for catheters, dressing and changing wounds and assisting with personal hygiene.
Counseled clients, patients and families and provided emotional and psychosocial support.
Certified Medication Technician, 11/2018 - Current Five Star Quality Care, Inc. – Raleigh, NC,
Responded to patient alarms and needs-assessment requests to identify course of treatment.
Documented information in patient charts and communicated status updates to interdisciplinary care team.
Prepared medications to be delivered to medical facilities by securing in blister packs.
Maintained documentation of all repackaged medications with Matrix and Point Click Care.
Safely and accurately prepared all medications and sterilized products by using proper techniques, calculations and standards of precautions.
Monitored expiration of medications and medical supplies.
Received 1 delivery from pharmacy per 8 hours to check deliveries against orders.
Prepared various medications per shift to distribute to patient orally, topically or through inhalation.
Obtained, recorded and reported patient vital signs as needed for medication administration.
Prevented spread of infection by consistent hand washing, universal precautions and special isolation procedures.
Provided mental health care by administering psychotropic medications and teaching breathing exercises for anxiety issues.
Used mobility devices to transport patients.
Administered scheduled and PRN medications and educated patients and families on correct at-home administration.
Patient Care Technician, 06/2019 - 07/2020 Rush-Copley Medical Center – Aurora, IL,
Coordinated patient care needs with healthcare team and delivered compassionate assistance with activities of daily living.
Assisted doctors, nurses and support staff with preparation for and conducting patient procedures.
Facilitated flow of patients through facility by accurately transferring and discharging patients in appropriate systems with Meditech.
Safely transported patients to other areas of hospital in wheelchairs and gurneys for tests, treatments and therapies.
Used hospital devices, including Mediman and Medimaid devices to transport and lift patients.
Improved patient care, safety and compliance by partnering with nurses.
Monitored and charted fluid intake and output to stay current on patient conditions.
Assisted with patient admission, discharge and transfer to maximize facility efficiency.
Recorded observations and baseline measurements to maintain accurate medical records.
Supported nurses in daily patient care activities by taking vital signs, documenting patient observations.
Responded to bell or light signal calls within maximum of 20 minutes to assist patients with needs
Responded promptly to patient call lights to provide physical and emotional support.
Collected lab specimens in adherence with safety protocols for patient tests.
Kept unit well-stocked and efficient with necessary medical supplies.
Assisted elderly patients with essential ambulatory care for transport to and from facility.
Kept instruments and equipment clean and effectively sanitized.
Responded to patient alarms and needs-assessment requests to identify course of treatment.
Supported healthy patient skin with bedside baths, wound care and integrity checks.
Collected and labeled Urine and stool specimens to prepare for delivery to laboratory.
Collected biological specimens and packages for laboratory transport to complete diagnostic tests.
Promoted patient satisfaction by assisting with daily living needs such as bathing, dressing, toileting and exercising.
Administered personal nursing assistance in pre- and post-operative situations.
Obtained patient vital signs and reported results to staff nurse or physician to note changes from prior measurements.
Provided excellent customer service by effectively communicating with patients, families, staff and staff in other hospital departments.
Documented patient intake and dietary requirements, also assisting with feeding and monitoring.
Education and Training
: ADN, Expected in - Madison College - Watertown, GPA: Status -
: BSN, Expected in - UW Green Bay - Green Bay, GPA: Status -
High School Diploma: , Expected in 06/2011 - Watertown High School - Watertown, WI, GPA: Status -
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