Licensed Vocational Nurse Resume Example Ridgecrest Regional Hospital Bella Sera

LICENSED VOCATIONAL NURSE

Summary

Skilled LVN with solid background working in acute and subacute environments under supervision of qualified RNs to deliver exceptional patient care and nursing support for 21 years. Top skills in communication, medication administration and assessment. Highly observant, detail-oriented and dedicated to high-quality healthcare.

Skills

Licensed Vocational Nurse
Strong clinical judgment
Critical thinking proficiency
Disease management programs
Cultural awareness and sensitivity
Conflict mediation
Medication administration expert
Treatment of conditions
Charting
Culturally sensitive
Personal and professional integrity
Setting appointments
Team leader
Patient-oriented
Patient and family focused
Clinical training

Reporting skills
Practiced inpatient and outpatient caregiver
Patient positioning understanding
Clinical issues understanding
Acute and rehabilitative care
Seizure management
Problem resolution ability
Sound decision-making
Diabetes management
Specimen collection and processing
Organization and planning
Talent in obtaining/charting vital signs
Speaking clearly
Diagnostic tools experience
Mobility assistance

Experience

Ridgecrest Regional Hospital-Bella Sera | Ridgecrest, CALicensed Vocational Nurse07/2014 - 02/2017

Administered medications and therapies in accordance with physicians orders.
Administered patients correct dosage of medications
Dispensed controlled and non controlled medications
Assessed and observed patients for any change of condition
Observed strict confidentiality and safeguarded all patient-related information.
Collected biological samples for routine laboratory testing to assist diagnostic processes.
Directed implementation of improved patient care and documentation methods and procedures to achieve quality objectives.
Charted changes in patient conditions and discussed concerns with supervising healthcare provider.
Received, stored and dispensed controlled and non controlled medication
Collaborated with interdisciplinary healthcare team plan and implement effective treatment plans.
Addressed patient care needs, collected vitals, dressed wounds and managed catheters.
Answered patient calls, identified issues and determined how best to provide assistance within parameters established by facility and supervisor.
Provided behavioral and emotional support and closely supervised patients suffering from dementia and Alzheimer's.
Communicated effectively with patients and loved ones to explain diagnoses, treatment options and procedures.
Administered general care to patients, including recording of temperature and blood pressure, wound dressing and blood testing.
Took blood, tissue and fluid samples to perform laboratory tests.

Ridgecrest Regional Hospital TCU | Ridgecrest, CALicensed Vocational Nurse03/2013 - 05/2014

Worked with RN to evaluate intervention outcomes and make needed adjustments to care plan.
Communicated effectively with patients and loved ones to explain diagnoses, treatment options and procedures.
Addressed patient care needs
Administered medications and therapies in accordance with physicians orders.
Answered patient calls, identified issues and determined how best to provide assistance within parameters established by facility and supervisor.
Collaborated with interdisciplinary healthcare team plan and implement effective treatment plans.
Monitored infection control procedures to ensure facility-wide health and safety.
Observed strict confidentiality and safeguarded all patient-related information.
Evaluated patient care procedural changes for effectiveness and made necessary adjustments.
Provided behavioral and emotional support.
Charted changes in patient conditions and discussed concerns with supervising healthcare provider.
Administered prescribed medications and started intravenous fluids to address patient symptoms and underlying etiologies.

Life Care Center Of Kirkland, WA | Kirkland, WALicensed Practical Nurse12/2003 - 04/2012

Documented patient intake information, including medical histories, current symptoms and vitals such as height and weigh
Researched and studied client diagnoses to identify care needs, effectively contributed to nursing plan developments and facilitated patient education.
Cleaned and sanitized rooms and equipment using aseptic technique to prevent infection and cross-contamination
Delivered high-quality direct and indirect nursing care to up to 36 patients per day.
Followed rehabilitation and treatment care plans to accelerate patient recovery, minimize pain and optimize patient outcome
Observed, charted and reported developments in patient health condition in 92-bed hospital.
Administered patient care to short term and long term patients.
Educated clients, patients and caregivers on medical diagnoses.
Communicated concerns regarding clients' status, care and environment to nursing supervisors, clinical care supervisors and case managers.
Counseled clients, patients and families and provided emotional and psychosocial support.
Answered patient and family questions to educate on optimal treatment procedures.
Monitored patient's respiration activity, blood pressure and blood glucose levels in response to medical administration.
Guaranteed exceptional care quality by correctly administering medication, inserting and caring for catheters, dressing and changing wounds and assisting with personal hygiene.
Prevented drug interactions and contributed to correct diagnosis by recording patient health information, monitoring vitals and updating patient files with [Software].
Collected and documented vital signs to track current patient conditions.

Education and Training

North Seattle Community College | Seattle, WAAssociate of Applied Science in LPN06/1997

Activities and Honors

Phi Theta Kappa Honor Society of Nursing

Current CPR

Resume Overview

Companies Worked For:

Ridgecrest Regional Hospital-Bella Sera
Ridgecrest Regional Hospital TCU
Life Care Center Of Kirkland, WA

School Attended

North Seattle Community College

Job Titles Held:

Licensed Vocational Nurse
Licensed Practical Nurse

Degrees

Associate of Applied Science in LPN

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Resume Score: 80%

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