licensed practical nurse resume example with 6+ years of experience
JessicaClaire
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Summary
Enthusiastic and compassionate individual with superior skills in working in both team-based and independent capacities. Bringing strong work ethic and excellent organizational skills to any setting. Excited to begin new challenge with successful team.
Current Multi-State LPN License Holder
Skills
IV Therapy and Blood Withdrawal Certification
BLS/CPR
Responsible for 30+ patients
Patient Education
Medication Administration
Wound Care
Tracheostomy & Vent
Local Travel Nursing
Experience
LPN, 03/2023 - Current State Of Ohio – Hocking County, OH,
Provided behavioral and emotional support and closely supervised patients suffering from dementia and Alzheimer's.
Evaluated nursing intervention outcomes by conferring with other healthcare team members.
Collaborated with multi-disciplinary staff to improve overall patient care and response times.
Administered individualized nursing care, applying simple and complex techniques and processes specific to needs of patient.
Administered medications and therapies in accordance with physicians orders.
Charted changes in patient conditions and discussed concerns with supervising healthcare provider.
Addressed patient care needs, collected vitals, dressed wounds and managed catheters.
LPN, 08/2022 - 02/2023 San Ysidro Health Center – San Diego, CA,
Learned and developed unique skills, specialties and practices based on site and patient needs.
Administered medications intravenously, by injection or orally.
Documented and communicated actions and irregularities to maintain continuity among nursing teams.
Trained other nurses on patient care and daily tasks, supporting growth and professional development.
Adhered to infection-control policies and protocols to protect employees and patients.
Utilized strong assessment skills to determine necessary patient care.
Licensed Practical Nurse, 01/2021 - 07/2022 San Ysidro Health Center – Chula Vista, CA,
Followed rehabilitation and treatment care plans to accelerate patient recovery, minimize pain and optimize patient outcomes.
Assisted physicians with examinations and patient scans during diagnostic processes.
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.
Observed, charted and reported developments in patient health condition in 280 bed nursing center.
Documented patient care in a timely and accurate manner using PCC system.
Sterilized equipment and supplies using germicides and autoclaves to protect patients and staff from infection.
Administered medications as ordered per CNP/MD orders.
Licensed Vocational Nurse, 04/2019 - 09/2020 Consulate Health Care – Alexandria, VA,
Cared for patients' acute and chronic wounds by changing dressings and applying medicated compounds.
Administered prescribed medications and started intravenous fluids to address patient symptoms and underlying etiologies.
Prevented drug interactions and contributed to correct diagnosis by recording patient health information, monitoring vitals and updating patient files.
Followed rehabilitation and treatment care plans to accelerate patient recovery, minimize pain and optimize patient outcomes.
Communicated concerns regarding patients' status, care and environment to nursing supervisors, clinical care supervisors and case managers.
Licensed Vocational Nurse, 08/2018 - 09/2020 Company Name – City, State,
Addressed patient care needs, collected vitals, dressed wounds and managed catheters.
Administered medications and therapies in accordance with physicians orders.
Took blood, tissue and fluid samples to perform laboratory tests.
Collected biological samples for routine laboratory testing to assist diagnostic processes.
Provided pre- and post-operative nursing care.
Worked with Nurse Practitioner and PCP to evaluate intervention outcomes and make needed adjustments to care plans.
Regularly preformed tracheostomy care and monitored for signs and symptoms of infection.
Familiar with ventilator-dependent residents that require frequent suctioning.
Regularly preformed G-tube care while monitoring and hanging tube feedings via Kangaroo pump.
Inserting IV's and withdrawing blood while assessing for any signs of infection or infiltration at the IV site.
Communicated effectively with patients and loved ones to explain diagnoses, treatment options and procedures.
Certified Nursing Assistant, 02/2015 - 08/2018 Company Name – City, State,
Education and Training
Vocational Nursing : Nursing, Expected in 07/2017 - Career Care Institute - Lancaster - Lancaster, CA GPA: Status -
High School Diploma: , Expected in 06/2014 - Desert Junior-Senior High School - Edwards, CA GPA: Status -
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