Dedicated LPN committed to providing optimal patient care and support while assisting medical staff with meeting critical needs. Skilled in collecting specimens, cleaning rooms and managing dietary needs. Excellent communication and organizational skills combined with dependable, forward-thinking approach.
Skills
Healthcare platforms
Patient triaging
Samples collection
Caring for wounds
Multi-tasking and prioritization
Tracking symptoms
Documenting incidents
Assisting physicians
First Aid/CPR
Planning and coordination
Experience
LPN, 07/2020 - Current Genesis Health Group – Davenport, IA,
Managed wound care, gave respiratory treatments and helped with non-invasive procedures.
Examined and addressed lacerations, contusions and physical symptoms to assess and prioritize need for further attention.
Documented patient intake information, including medical histories, current symptoms and vitals such as height and weight.
Collected biological specimens and packages for laboratory transport to complete diagnostic tests.
Responded to patient alarms and needs-assessment requests to identify course of treatment.
Monitored patient's respiration activity, blood pressure and blood glucose levels in response to medical administration.
Collected and documented vital signs to track current patient conditions.
Delivered high-quality direct and indirect nursing care to up to 3 patients per day.
Followed rehabilitation and treatment care plans to accelerate patient recovery, minimize pain and optimize patient outcomes.
LPN Charge Nurse, 07/2012 - Current Arbor Company – Manassas, VA,
Started out as a Medication aide until 2018. Administered medications, cleaning duties, verbalized new orders to residents when physicians made changes.
Administered medications and therapies in accordance with physicians orders.
Collected biological samples from patients and performed routine lab tests to support diagnosis.
Provided behavioral and emotional support and closely supervised patients suffering from dementia and Alzheimer's.
Collected biological samples for routine laboratory testing to assist diagnostic processes.
Assisted patients with daily tasks, such as dressing, hygiene upkeep and movement throughout facility,
Answered patient calls, identified issues and determined how best to provide assistance within parameters established by facility and supervisor.
Checked in on patients at regular intervals to record food and fluid intake and output, taking measures to promote healthy levels as needed.
Sterilized equipment and supplies using germicides and autoclaves to protect patients and staff from infection.
Observed strict confidentiality and safeguarded all patient-related information.
Charted changes in patient conditions and discussed concerns with supervising healthcare provider.
Addressed patient care needs, collected vitals, dressed wounds and managed catheters.
LPN Charge Nurse, 03/2019 - 07/2020 Arbor Company – Tinton Falls, NJ,
Administered medications and therapies in accordance with physicians orders.
Collected biological samples from patients and performed routine lab tests to support diagnosis.
Provided behavioral and emotional support and closely supervised patients suffering from dementia and Alzheimer's.
Collected biological samples for routine laboratory testing to assist diagnostic processes.
Assisted patients with daily tasks, such as dressing, hygiene upkeep and movement throughout facility,
Answered patient calls, identified issues and determined how best to provide assistance within parameters established by facility and supervisor.
Checked in on patients at regular intervals to record food and fluid intake and output, taking measures to promote healthy levels as needed.
Directed implementation of improved patient care and documentation methods and procedures to achieve quality objectives.
Sterilized equipment and supplies using germicides and autoclaves to protect patients and staff from infection.
Observed strict confidentiality and safeguarded all patient-related information.
Charted changes in patient conditions and discussed concerns with supervising healthcare provider.
Addressed patient care needs, collected vitals, dressed wounds and managed catheters.
Took blood, tissue and fluid samples to perform laboratory tests.
CNA, 07/2011 - 08/2017 Benedictine Health System – Ada, MN,
Responded to patient alarms and needs-assessment requests to identify course of treatment.
Documented activities and recorded information in EMR system.
Assisted patients with shaving, bathing and oral hygiene to promote healthy habits and overall wellness.
Fostered relationships with patients, caregivers and healthcare teams to achieve individual care plan targets.
Documented patient intake and dietary requirements, also assisting with feeding and monitoring.
Engaged with patient family and friends to provide courteous, efficient visit experience.
Collected specimens, monitored vitals and maximized patient comfort to maintain optimal environment.
Managed and maintained patient rooms, shared-living areas and nursing stations.
Collaborated with interdisciplinary healthcare teams to provide high-quality patient care.
Exhibited compassionate care and communication regarding issues surrounding death and dying.
Facilitated activities of daily living, including personal hygiene management, feeding and ambulation.
Education and Training
: Pre-nursing , Expected in - Nebraska Wesleyan University - Lincoln, NE GPA:
Associate of Applied Science: LPN, Expected in 05/2011 - Kaplan Univeristy - Lincoln, NE, GPA:
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