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LICENSED VOCATIONAL NURSE
Professional Summary
Compassionate and highly driven Licensed Vocational Nurse (LVN) with dedicated ability to advocate and promptly respond to patient's needs. Driven to achieve the highest level of quality care and patient safety with progressive career history in direct patient care, triage and care coordination in fast-paced environment. Proven ability to remain calm under pressure and skillfully handle difficult patients and high situations. Consistently developing strong relationships with patients and families through empathetic communication, respectful attitude and excellent customer service. Special talent for: Observing patients to determine changes in behavior and response to implemented treatment programs. Accountability and responsibility with a strong focus on patient wellness. Remaining compassionate and professional in stressful situations.
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Work History
Licensed Vocational Nurse, 01/2020 to Current
Res-Care, Inc. – Muncie , IN
Res-Care, Inc. – Muncie , IN
- Documented patient vitals, behaviors and conditions and communicated concerns to supervising RN
- Protected patients and healthcare team members from infection by sterilizing equipment and reusable supplies
- Provided basic patient care and treatment, such as administering medications, taking temperature and blood pressure and dressing wounds
- Reviewed patient history to verify conditions and current medications
- Kept optimal supply levels in treatment rooms, triage and other areas to meet typical patient loads
- Delivered medications via oral, Gastrostomy tube, monitoring responses to address new concerns
- Helped patients achieve higher standards of living through effective ADL coaching and assistance
- Educated family members and caregivers on patient care instructions
- Documented vitals and medical histories in patient charts when assessing patients and communicated patient information to physicians and other nurses for care continuity
- Helped patients eat and drink when necessary for safe consumption of food consistent with recovery guidelines
- Provided patient status updates to nurses to ensure that every patients' needs were met
- Responded to patient requests with appropriate clinical and personal assistance
- Provided complete care to home health patients, including physical assessments, medication and chronic disease management
- Scheduled appointments and transported patients to medical facilities using personal transportation
- Assessed patient's temperature, pulse and blood pressure and recorded in electronic medical records
Wellness Nurse, 10/2019 to 03/2020
Arbor Company – Dacula , GA
Arbor Company – Dacula , GA
- Administered medications as directed by healthcare providers and documented this information on patient charts.
- Discussed such topics as proper nutrition and lifestyle changes to help patients live healthier lives.
- Created individualized care plans for each patient based upon his or her health needs.
- Cared for patients at 100-resident assisted living facility.
- Monitored, tracked and reported on individual progress with wellness plans.
- Built strong relationships with members to promote health, wellness and available services.
- Performed screenings every month for markers such as blood pressure, weight and BMI.
- Managed care for post-operative patients from initial recovery through discharge.
- Implemented necessary changes based on evaluation of staffing requirements and floor assignments.
- Managed primary care, case management, and medication management for 100 patients.
- Analyzed patient and family feedback to identify opportunities for staff recognition as well as areas for improvement.
- Ensured safety and well-being of patients.
- Provided patient education.
- Provided behavioral/emotional support and supervision for those with dementia and Alzheimer's.
- Led planning and achievement of goals and objectives consistent with agency mission and philosophy.
- Conducted monthly patient case conferences, in-services and staff meetings to educate staff and facilitate good communication.
- Accurately documented all elements of nursing assessment, treatments, medications, discharge instructions, and follow-up care.
- Cooperated and communicated effectively with physicians to ensure client satisfaction and compliance with set standards.
- Investigated and reported issues relating to patient care or conditions that might hinder patient well-being.
- Observed and reported patient condition, progress and medication side effects to accurately document updates.
- Educated family members and caregivers on patient care instructions.
- Delegated tasks and provided leadership for care managers and support personnel.
- Documented vitals and medical histories in patient charts when assessing patients and communicated patient information to physicians and other nurses for care continuity.
- Remained calm during high-stress, critical situations, demonstrating sustained focus and problem-solving in real-time.
- Accurately recorded all interactions in medical charts, documenting accidents and interventions applied.
- Provided patient status updates to nurses to ensure that every patients' needs were met.
- Recorded vital signs, monitored changes and communicated to physicians immediately.
- Adhered to treatment plan instructions when administering medications and treatments to patients.
- Recognized and understood specific stages of dying process, providing comfort-based care during vulnerable times.
- Demonstrated ability to advocate for and strive to protect health, safety, and rights of patient.
- Checked and recorded vital signs of patients and reported changes in patients' behavior or conditions.
- Created individualized care plans for patients and worked with medical professionals to come up with treatment and discharge options.
- Established and maintained successful relationships with patients, families and physicians by utilizing exemplary communication and active listening skills.
- Offered listening ear to both patients and loved ones to ensure that emotional and mental, as well as physical needs were met.
- Established hospice care services for elderly and disabled patients.
- Provided high level of quality, compassionate care to patients and caregivers during each nursing shift.
- Quickly responded to situations impacting safety and security to unit, actualizing crisis prevention interventions to control and de-escalate situations.
- Educated patients, families and caregivers on diagnosis and prognosis, treatment options, disease process and management and lifestyle options.
- Managed patients recovering from medical or surgical procedures, including facilitating wound care, pressure ulcer prevention and pain management.
- Adhered to strict safety measures by carefully determining proper dosages before administering medications.
- Collaborated with physicians to quickly assess patients and deliver appropriate treatment while managing rapidly changing conditions.
- Conducted ongoing monitoring and evaluations of behaviors and conditions, and updated clinical supervisors with current information.
- Reported patients' status and delegated nurse assignments to achieve optimal outcomes.
- Administered medications and treatment to patients and monitored responses while working with healthcare teams to adjust care plans.
- Provided skilled, timely and level-headed emergency response to critically-ill patients.
- Evaluated patients to identify and address wounds, behavioral concerns and medically relevant symptoms.
- Monitored and cared for clients with diagnoses such as heart disease, respiratory failure, lung disease, kidney failure, dementia, Alzeimer's disease and Parkinson's disease.
- Reduced risks of patient infection and cross-contamination by cleaning and sterilizing equipment.
- Used first-hand knowledge and clinical expertise to advocate for patients under care and enacted prescribed treatment strategies.
- Offered exceptional care and support to individuals recovering from acute incidents and dealing with chronic conditions.
- Followed all personal and health data procedures to effectively comply with HIPAA laws and prevent information breaches.
- Monitored patient reactions after administering medications.
- Delivered outstanding care to patients with various diagnoses and managed care from treatment initiation through to completion.
Caregiver/Personal Care Aide, 03/2013 to 01/2018
Devereux – Philadelphia , PA
Devereux – Philadelphia , PA
- Maintain records of patient care, condition, progress, or problems to report and discuss observations with supervisor or case manager
- Provide patients with help moving in and out of beds, baths, wheelchairs, or automobiles and with dressing and grooming
- Care for patients by changing bed linens, washing and ironing laundry, cleaning, or assisting with their personal care
- Accompany clients to doctors' offices or on other trips outside the home, providing transportation and assistance
- Provide patients with emotional support and companionship Plan, purchase, prepare, or serve meals to patients or other family members, according to prescribed diets Monitored vital signs and medication use, documenting variances and concerning responses
- Ambulated individuals with safe and effective strategies around home, public and medical locations
- Worked with supervisory medical staff to review cases and improve care
Student Nurse Intern, 01/2012 to 12/2012
Lifespan Corporation – East Providence , RI
Lifespan Corporation – East Providence , RI
- Maintained patient charts and confidential files
- Tested patients' blood glucose levels
- Worked as part of team to execute proper care of body mechanics and safety of patient
- Evaluated nursing notes to confirm accuracy of described care provided and patient responses
- Collaborated with staff members to facilitate quality care
- Maintained a safe and comfortable environment for each patient
- Monitored patient status and reported update to senior medical staff
- Observed patient care and assessed feedback to ensure ongoing quality care
- Initiated standard medical care, including vital sign monitoring and medication administration
- Measured urine specimens and delivered to laboratory
- Assisted patients with multiple chronic diagnoses, including COPD and asthma
- Provided quality nursing care in accordance with resident care policies and procedures
- Provided primary resident care and assistance with daily living activities
- Completed clinical rotations in Geriatrics
- Evaluated accuracy and compliance of all documentation and reports
- Provided caring companionship to elderly and developmentally disabled patients
Education
Certificate of Completion: Nursing, 2013
American College of Nursing - City, State
American College of Nursing - City, State
Accomplishments
- Licensed Vocational Nurse in the State of CA , License #VN703669.
- Standard- First Aide Certified
- Basic Life Support (BLS) Certification through American Heart Association.
- Intravenous Therapy/Blood Withdrawal Certified.
Additional Information
- ACTIVITIES AND HONORS , Florence Nightingale Award - For recognition of Clinical Excellence in the Vocational Nursing Program
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School Attended
- American College of Nursing
Job Titles Held:
- Licensed Vocational Nurse
- Wellness Nurse
- Caregiver/Personal Care Aide
- Student Nurse Intern
Degrees
- Certificate of Completion : Nursing , 2013
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