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LPN
Professional Summary
Driven, hardworking and Registered Nurse bringing demonstrated patient care, medication monitoring and treatment management expertise. Adaptable and resilient with strong attention to detail, clinical expertise and emergency response experience. Bringing 17-year record of success in med surge and critical care nursing.
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Work History
LPN , 08/2002 to 11/2004
Buckingham Valley Rehab And Nursing Center Inc. – Newtown , PA
Buckingham Valley Rehab And Nursing Center Inc. – Newtown , PA
- Helped long-term care residents with bathing, dressing, feeding, and other daily living activities
- Delivered oral medications, intramuscular injections and IV fluids to mitigate or resolve patient symptoms
- Documented patient vitals, behaviors and conditions and communicated concerns to supervising RN
- Provided basic patient care and treatment, such as administering lab tests, taking temperature and blood pressure and dressing wounds
- Circulated assigned floor to measure and record patients' fluid and food levels, implementing measures to promote healthy intake and output as necessary
- Assessed patients' temperature, pulse and blood pressure and recorded in electronic medical records
- Reviewed patient history to verify conditions and current medications
- Documented patient information obtained from interviews concerning symptoms, medications and prior treatment
RN Floor Nurse, 05/2010 to 10/2010
Medical Search International – Charleston , SC
Medical Search International – Charleston , SC
- Promoted patient and family comfort during challenging recoveries to enhance healing and eliminate non-compliance problems
- Collected blood, tissue and other laboratory specimens and prepared for lab testing
- Delivered outstanding care to patients with various diagnoses and managed care from treatment initiation through to completion
- Accurately documented all elements of nursing assessment, including treatment, medications and IVs administered, discharge instructions and follow-up care
- Monitored patient condition, including interpreting and tracking EKG readings, identifying irregular telemetry readings and updating team members on changes in stability or acuity
- Offered exceptional care and support to individuals recovering from acute incidents and dealing with chronic conditions
- Educated family members and caregivers on patient care instructions
- Administered medications and treatment to patients and monitored responses while working with healthcare teams to adjust care plans
RN Floor Nurse, 11/2015 to 04/2017
Medical Search International – Green Bay , WI
Medical Search International – Green Bay , WI
- Delivered medications via oral, IV and intramuscular injections, monitoring responses to catch and address new concerns
- Implemented interventions, including medication and IV administration, catheter insertion and airway management
- Monitored patient condition, including interpreting and tracking EKG readings, identifying irregular telemetry readings and updating team members on changes in stability or acuity
- Reviewed post-operative orders and continuously monitored patients' post-operative vitals, set up PCA and fluids and oriented patients to unit to achieve optimal outcomes
- Collected blood, tissue and other laboratory specimens and prepared for lab testing
- Accurately documented all elements of nursing assessment, including treatment, medications and IVs administered, discharge instructions and follow-up care
- Partnered with physicians, social workers, activity therapists, nutritionists and case managers to develop and implement individualized care plans and documented all patient interactions and interventions in electronic charting systems
- Developed and maintained quality care systems and standards, including creating and improving medical protocols and guidelines
RN Charge Nurse, 11/2004 to Current
Marquis Companies – Eugene , OR
Marquis Companies – Eugene , OR
- Oversaw delivery of care for all patients on 24-bed LTACH, delegating nursing assignments and supervising team comprised of nurses, LPNs, technicians and unit clerks
- Provided direct patient care, stabilized patients and determined next course of action
- Educated patients and answered questions about health condition, prognosis and treatment
- Communicated with healthcare team members to plan, implement and enhance treatment strategies
- Monitored patient reactions after administering medications and IV therapies
- Provided exceptional care to 3-4 high-acute patients needing complex care such as ventilator management, extensive wound care and rehabilitation
- Managed patients recovering from medical or surgical procedures, including facilitating wound care, ostomy care, pressure ulcer prevention and pain management
- Administered different therapies and medications in line with physician orders and treatment plan
- Offered exceptional care and support to individuals recovering from acute incidents and dealing with chronic conditions
- Assist MD with Bedside Trachs and Pegs, administered conscious sedation and monitored patients post procedures
Education
High School Diploma: 05/1998
Springhill High School - City
Springhill High School - City
Some College (No Degree): LPN, 2002
Norhtwest Louisiana Technical College - City
Norhtwest Louisiana Technical College - City
Associate of Science: Registered Nurse, 12/2006
Northwestern State University of Louisiana - City, State
Northwestern State University of Louisiana - City, State
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School Attended
- Springhill High School
- Norhtwest Louisiana Technical College
- Northwestern State University of Louisiana
Job Titles Held:
- LPN
- RN Floor Nurse
- RN Charge Nurse
Degrees
- High School Diploma : 05/1998
Some College (No Degree) : LPN , 2002
Associate of Science : Registered Nurse , 12/2006
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