licensed practical nurse mental health technician resume example with 11 years of experience
JessicaClaire
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Summary
Dedicated and compassionate Licensed Practical Nurse with extensive experience in medical procedures, including sample collection, direct patient care, surgical assistance, medication administartion 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, patients and visiting families.
Skills
Licensed Practical Nurse
Data Entry
Experience
03/2020 to CurrentLicensed Practical Nurse/Mental Health TechnicianQuad/Graphics, Inc. | Cleveland, OH,
Identified and addressed individual mental health challenges to support patients.
Provided excellent service to patients through personable communication.
Conducted 15-minute and unscheduled checks on patients, immediately responding to hazardous incidents or crises to maintain safe milieu.
Educated patients, families, and caregivers on diagnosis, treatment, and disease management, equipping them with tools to achieve and maintain optimal psychiatric and mental health.
Verified patient health history and contact information for chart accuracy.
Administered psychotropic drugs and other medications, adhering to medication schedules and making adjustments commensurate with patients' condition and response.
Developed and distributed monthly patient satisfaction surveys.
Meditech, Word proficiency
Handled vital sign monitoring, medication administration and patient behavior assessments.
Communicated with clients and families effectively building lasting relationships.
Effectively managed daily charting for each patient.
Led individual and group therapy sessions to promote patient wellness and independence.
Followed safety protocols when administering subcutaneous and intramuscular injections.
10/2009 to 10/2016LPNSunrise Senior Living | Baton Rouge, LA,
Documented patient intake information, including medical histories, current symptoms and vitals such as height and weight.
Cleaned and sanitized rooms and equipment using aseptic technique to prevent infection and cross-contamination.
Examined and addressed lacerations, contusions and other physical symptoms in need of further attention.
Collected biological specimens and packaged for laboratory transport to complete important diagnostic tests.
Wound care
Triaged patients by phone and provided general assistance for basic and advanced needs.
Assisted physicians with conducting examinations.
Collected and documented vital signs to track current patient conditions.
Educated clients, patients and caregivers on medical diagnoses, treatment options, chronic disease self-management and wound management.
Delivered high-quality direct and indirect nursing care to up to 40+ patients per day.
Answered patient and family questions to educate on optimal treatment procedures.
Scheduled appointments
Evaluated patient status and re-assessed clients' nursing needs.
Cleaned and sterilized instruments and equipment to protect staff and patients from infection risk.
Ordered necessary supplies
Assisted with MOHS micrographic surgery, excision and biopsies
Pre surgery screenings
Employee scheduling
Kronos experience
10/2007 to 10/2009Licensed Practical NurseLucy Corr Village | City, STATE,
3-11 charger nurse on skilled unit
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.
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.
Cleaned and sanitized rooms and equipment using aseptic technique to prevent infection and cross-contamination.
Administered patient care to skilled and Alzheimers patients by initiating preventative and rehabilitative interventions, assisting patients with activities of daily living (ADL), positioning, mobilization and personal hygiene support.
Followed rehabilitation and treatment care plans to accelerate patient recovery, minimize pain and optimize patient outcomes.
Promoted patient satisfaction by assisting with daily living needs such as bathing, dressing, toileting and exercising.
Managed wound care, gave respiratory treatments and helped with non-invasive procedures.
Evaluated patient status and re-assessed clients' nursing needs
Delivered high-quality direct and indirect nursing care to up to 42 patients per day.
Documented patient intake information, including medical histories, current symptoms and vitals such as height and weight.
Guaranteed exceptional care quality by correctly administering medication, inserting and caring for catheters, dressing and changing wounds and assisting with personal hygiene.
Responded to patient alarms and needs-assessment requests to identify course of treatment.
Collected and documented vital signs to track current patient conditions.
Collected biological specimens and packaged for laboratory transport to complete important diagnostic tests.
Examined and addressed lacerations, contusions and other physical symptoms in need of further attention.
Education and Training
Expected in 09/2006 to to Diploma | Licensed Practical NursingMedical Careers Institute, Richmond, VA, GPA:
Expected in 06/2005 to to High School Diploma | Manchester High School, Midlothian, VAGPA:
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