LPN Charge Nurse Resume Example Granite County Medical Center

LPN CHARGE NURSE

Summary

I became a nurse in 2001. I take great pride in my job and feel I can offer my skills to help my patients maintain there health by using my nursing judgment, communicating , working with a great team and following physician protocol of care.

Skills

Procedure development
Patient record auditing
Care plan management
Performance management
Clinical Instruction
Staff training
Patient care management

Patient assessments
Duty delegation
Communication
First Aid/CPR
Organizational skills
Team management
Troubleshooting

Experience

LPN Charge Nurse
Philipsburg , MTGranite County Medical Center/May 2020 to Current

Organized and delegated tasks during rapid response and high-pressure code situations.
Delegated and prioritized tasks, streamlining all steps in rapid response situations.
Documented and evaluated effectiveness of care plans and interventions.
Monitored patient status and treatment progress, reporting observations to physicians.
Delivered high level of care to every patient.
Educated patients on wound and disease self-management techniques.
Facilitated patient admission, transfer and discharge processes.
Audited patient charts in real-time, verifying accuracy and completion of information.
Educated patients on disease prevention and health maintenance.
Supported physicians and consultants with tests and procedures.
Built and maintained strong working relationships between nursing department and other discipline.
Presented information regarding diagnoses, conditions, illnesses, treatments and outcomes to patients and families in clear, easy-to-understand terminology.
Educated patients, caregivers, and families on diagnoses, treatment and disease prevention.
Collaborated with multidisciplinary healthcare specialists to devise, implement, and modify plans of care defining patient outcome goals
Collected biological specimens and packages for laboratory transport to complete diagnostic tests.
Documented patient intake and dietary requirements, also assisting with feeding and monitoring.
Examined and addressed lacerations, contusions and physical symptoms to assess and prioritize need for further attention.
Promoted patient satisfaction by assisting with daily living needs such as bathing, dressing, toileting and exercising.
Responded to patient alarms and needs-assessment requests to identify course of treatment.

Correctional Nurse
Waymart , PACrownhills Enterprises Inc/Feb 2020 to Current

Developed and coordinated patient care plans for prisoners with COPD, diabetes or other chronic conditions.
Maintained staff safety during prisoner treatments by observing all security procedures and regulations.
Assessed prisoners suffering injuries through falls, stabbings or other means and stabilized each prior to transport to nearest medical facility.
Cared for prisoners suffering from contagious illnesses or conditions, including influenza, lice and gastrointestinal bugs.
Responded to emergency situations with speed, expertise and level-headed approaches to provide optimal care, support and life-saving interventions.
Conducted patient assessments and diagnostic tests to provide physician with important patient health information.
Advocated for patient needs with interdisciplinary team and implemented outlined treatment plans.
Participated in continuing education programs and [Type] workshops to enhance training and nursing knowledge.
Developed and maintained quality care systems and standards, including creating and improving medical protocols and guidelines.
Communicated with primary care physicians or emergency care providers to relay patient needs.
Monitored diet, physical activity, behaviors and other patient factors to assess conditions and adjust treatment plans.
Maintained strict patient data procedures to comply with HIPAA laws and prevent information breaches.
Coordinated care with physicians and other clinical staff to prepare for treatment, carry out interventions and enhance continuum of care to deliver comprehensive services.
Administered oral, intramuscular and IV medications to patients and monitored responses.
Observed strict safety measures, including checking medication dosages before administration to patients.
Immunized patients against influenza and pneumonia to protect vulnerable populations from serious illnesses.
Identified issues related to mental health conditions and recommended specific therapies for patients.

LPN
Newtown , CTDanbury Health Systems/Feb 2018 to Dec 2020

Conducted regular re-evaluations to address changes in needs and conditions, introducing revisions to care plans as needed.
Answered patient calls, identified issues and determined how best to provide assistance within parameters established by facility and supervisor.
Worked with vendors on provision of medical equipment, supplies and services.
Collected biological samples for routine laboratory testing to assist diagnostic processes.
Charted changes in patient conditions and discussed concerns with supervising healthcare provider.
Addressed patient care needs, collected vitals, dressed wounds and managed catheters.
Participated in on-call rotations and delivered after-hours care.
Assisted patients with activities of daily living and functional mobility to increase comfort and quality of life.
Sterilized equipment and supplies using germicides and autoclaves to protect patients and staff from infection.
Supported patients with activities of daily living and functional mobility to improve comfort and quality of life and reduce pain.
Administered compassionate care to patients with debilitating conditions, including back pain, arthritis, fractures, head injuries and strokes.
Furnished personal care to clients within private home settings and championed patient independence and well-being.
Collected biological specimens and packages for laboratory transport to complete diagnostic tests.
Documented patient intake and dietary requirements, also assisting with feeding and monitoring.
Triaged patients by phone and provided general assistance for basic and advanced needs.
Examined and addressed lacerations, contusions and physical symptoms to assess and prioritize need for further attention.
Promoted patient satisfaction by assisting with daily living needs such as bathing, dressing, toileting and exercising.
Researched and studied client diagnoses to identify care needs, effectively contributed to nursing plan developments and facilitated patient education.
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.
Managed wound care, gave respiratory treatments and helped with non-invasive procedures.
Monitored patient's respiration activity, blood pressure and blood glucose levels in response to medical administration.
Documented patient intake information, including medical histories, current symptoms and vitals such as height and weight.
Educated clients, patients and caregivers on medical diagnoses, treatment options, chronic disease self-management and wound management.
Counseled clients, patients and families and provided emotional and psychosocial support.
Answered patient and family questions to educate on optimal treatment procedures.
Collected and documented vital signs to track current patient conditions.

Medical Team Administrator
City , STATEDetention Health Care Associates ( DHCA )/May 2002 to Jun 2008

Liaised between patients and doctors, completing comprehensive assessments and recording medical information to achieve recovery goals.
Assessed and coordinated patient's discharge planning needs with healthcare team members.
Administered medications, tracked dosages and documented patient conditions.
Managed audits to comply with all established regulations and guidelines.
Measured and monitored patient vital signs.
Treated patients by administering various types of medications and therapies.
Jumped in to perform individual or team functions when short-staffed or advanced nursing situations required.
Observed and carried out physician and nursing orders.
Monitored office inventory to maintain adequate supply levels and order products.
Improved productivity initiatives, managing accounts, coordinating itinerary and scheduling client/leadership appointments.

Education and Training

High School DiplomaSweetwater High SchoolMay 2000City, State

LPN : Nursing Tennessee Technology Center City, State

Nursing

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School Attended

Sweetwater High School
Tennessee Technology Center

Job Titles Held:

LPN Charge Nurse
Correctional Nurse
LPN
Medical Team Administrator

Degrees

High School Diploma
LPN : Nursing
Nursing

LPN Charge Nurse Resume Example

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