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LPN
Summary
Dedicated and compassionate Licensed Practical Nurse with extensive experience in medical procedures, including sample collection, IV administration med administration wound care and infection control. Meticulous regard for detail and accuracy with strong follow-through and administrative skills. History of interfacing seamlessly with doctors, specialized support services, patients and visiting families.
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Experience
LPN
Columbia , MSNexion Health/Nov 1994 to Current
Columbia , MSNexion Health/Nov 1994 to Current
- Guaranteed exceptional care quality by correctly administering medication, inserting and caring for catheters, dressing and changing wounds and assisting with personal hygiene.
- Monitored patient's respiration activity, blood pressure and blood glucose levels in response to medical administration.
- Educated clients, patients and caregivers on medical diagnoses, treatment options, chronic disease self-management and wound management.
- Collected and documented vital signs to track current patient conditions.
- Responded to patient alarms and needs-assessment requests to identify course of treatment.
- 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.
- Managed wound care, gave respiratory treatments and helped with non-invasive procedures.
- Researched and studied client diagnoses to identify care needs, effectively contributed to nursing plan developments and facilitated patient education.
- Promoted patient satisfaction by assisting with daily living needs such as bathing, dressing, toileting and exercising.
- Communicated concerns regarding clients' status, care and environment to nursing supervisors, clinical care supervisors and case managers.
- Followed rehabilitation and treatment care plans to accelerate patient recovery, minimize pain and optimize patient outcomes.
- Answered patient and family questions to educate on optimal treatment procedures.
- Observed, charted and reported developments in patient health condition in [Number]-bed hospital.
- 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.
LPN
El Campo , TXNexion Health/Mar 1988 to Nov 1994
El Campo , TXNexion Health/Mar 1988 to Nov 1994
- Monitored and educated nursing students and externs on proper care procedures and prioritization strategies.
- Educated patients and families on treatment strategies and at-home care.
- Delivered care and treatment reflective of appropriate infection control techniques and universal precautions.
- Liaised between patients and doctors, completing comprehensive assessments and recording medical information to achieve recovery goals.
- Collected lab specimens, monitored fluid intake/output, and analyzed and interpreted lab results and cardiac rhythm strips; actioned emergency interventions to stabilize patients.
- Counseled and educated patients and caregivers on diagnoses, chronic disease self-management, wound management and medications.
- Treated patients by administering various types of medications and therapies.
- Observed and carrie out physician and nursing orders.
- Documented nursing care provided in patients' medical record.
- Conducted patient assessments and diagnostic tests to provide physician with important patient health information used to create focused treatment plans and manage ongoing care.
Nurses Aide
Wabasha Main Campus , WIGundersen Health System/Apr 1981 to Apr 1988
Wabasha Main Campus , WIGundersen Health System/Apr 1981 to Apr 1988
- Provided basic patient care by bathing and grooming patients, changing bedding and assisting in feeding activities.
- Documented patient intake and dietary requirements and assisted with feeding.
- Documented information in patient charts and communicated status updates to interdisciplinary care team.
- Conducted routine checks on standard patient vitals, including blood pressure, blood sugar and heart rate.
- Promoted patient satisfaction by assisting with daily living needs such as bathing, dressing, toileting and exercising.
- Performed light cleaning duties by emptying wastebaskets, sweeping, mopping and sanitizing surfaces.
- Volunteered to work additional shifts and overtime during busy periods to maintain proper staffing and floor coverage.
Education and Training
LPNBullard Havens Technical SchoolMar 1989City
Some College (No Degree): NursingUniversity of BridgeportCity, State
Some College (No Degree): Liberal Arts And General StudiesSouthern Connecticut State UniversityCity, State
Some College (No Degree): Liberal Arts And General StudiesNorwalk Community CollegeCity, State
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School Attended
- Bullard Havens Technical School
- University of Bridgeport
- Southern Connecticut State University
- Norwalk Community College
Job Titles Held:
- LPN
- Nurses Aide
Degrees
- LPN
Some College (No Degree) : Nursing
Some College (No Degree) : Liberal Arts And General Studies
Some College (No Degree) : Liberal Arts And General Studies
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