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Dedicated and compassionate recent graduate Registered Nurse (RN) with over 10 years experience as an LPN in skilled nursing services/rehabilitative care and post-operative care, seeking an RN position with the ability to apply my skills and knowledge learned through formal education & work experience. Ability to handle a range of medical situations and emergencies with a demonstrated ability to work under pressure with deadlines; and an open and clear communicator with analytical problem-solving abilities and advanced clinical expertise . Passionate about delivering exceptional patient care with respect to individual patient needs, and developing strong relationships with patients and families through respect and excellent customer service.
- Leadership roles and organizational skills
- Customer service and detailed oriented
- Direct patient Care and nursing assessments
- Critical thinker with outstanding problem solving abilities
- Wound and ostomy care
- Care Plan development and implementation
- Venipuncture and IV insertion
- IV Drug Therapy management and medication administration
- Tracheostomy suctioning and care
| - G-Tube feedings and care via Kangaroo Pump/Gravity
- Reviews Lab findings/report significant lab findings to Physician in a timely manor
- Effective time management and ability to multi-task
- Proficient in documentation and medical terminology
- Proficient in Point Click Care electronic medical record and standard EMR systems
- Infection Control and effective use of PPE
- Empathy and compassion expert
- Patient and family relationship building, and active listener
- Chronic disease management
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LPN Charge Nurse/Clinical Staff Nurse, 11/2016 to Current
Acts Retirement-Life Communities – City, STATE,
- Manages care from admission to discharge, including client assessments, care planning, health education and psychosocial support in order to provide comprehensive care.
- Maximizes client satisfaction by helping individuals carry out personal tasks and activities of daily living.
- Monitors, tracks and conveys important client information obtained from medical histories to healthcare staff to help optimize treatment planning and care delivery.
- Gathers dietary information, assists with feeding and monitors and records intake to help clients achieve nutritional objectives and support wellness goals.
- Evaluates clients to identify and address wounds, behavioral concerns and medically relevant symptoms.
- Reduces risks of infection and cross-contamination by cleaning and sterilizing equipment in between use and adhering to institution's infection control protocols and Covid-19 guidelines.
- Monitors and tracks client's vitals, labs and diagnostic results to keep team informed of changing conditions.
- Documents and maintains client records using electronic medical record systems.
- Applies interpersonal communication skills to comfort and counsel clients and families throughout care process.
- Administers different therapies, medications and immunizations in line with physician orders and treatment plan.
- Performs ongoing assessments to evaluate mental health needs, working with multidisciplinary team to develop, initiate, manage and modify individualized plans of care.
- Follows all personal and health data procedures to effectively comply with HIPAA laws and prevent information breaches.
- Delegates tasks and provides leadership for CNAs and support personnel.
LPN Charge Nurse/Clinical Staff Nurse, 11/2012 to Current
The Forum At Deer Creek Skilled Nursing Facility – City, STATE,
- Delivers individualized resident care by recording vital signs, documenting observations, administering prescribed treatments and evaluating resident needs.
- Assists residents with mobility needs, including moving to and from beds, organizing wheelchairs and preparing assistive devices.
- Implements quality resident care techniques to align with safety, health and organizational regulations.
- Coordinates nursing care on unit through staff assignments, assisting and rounding with physicians, monitoring resident orders and communicating with ancillary departments and assisting staff.
- Manages various medications and treatments, which includes enteral feedings, IV push, oral administration, subcutaneous and intramuscular injections, IV infusion and vaccinations.
- Documents all information in residents' electronic medical records, relaying information and care provided to facilitate continuity of care.
- Provides quality comprehensive care to residents with percutaneous endoscopic gastrostomy sites, tracheostomies and suprapubic and indwelling foley catheters.
- Collaborates with healthcare team to implement interventions for wound care and healing and skin breakdown prevention.
- Uses first-hand knowledge and clinical expertise to advocate for residents under care and enacted prescribed treatment strategies.
- Facilitates therapeutic communication, conflict resolution and crisis intervention by redirecting negative behaviors and helping residents regain or improve coping abilities to prevent further disability.
- Educates residents and families on treatment, expected outcomes and discharge instructions, serving as advisory resource to residents and families to facilitate recovery.
LPN Per-Diem Clinical Staff Nurse/Home Care Nurse, 08/2012 to 01/2014
Maxim Healthcare Services – City, STATE,
- Developed and implemented individualized care plan for each hospice patient while following physician instructions.
- Provided high level of quality, compassionate care to patients and caregivers during each nursing shift.
- Recognized and understood specific stages of dying process, providing comfort-based care during vulnerable times.
- Established and maintained successful relationships with patients, families and physicians by utilizing exemplary communication and active listening skills.
- Collaborated with physicians to quickly assess patients and deliver appropriate treatment while managing rapidly changing conditions.
- Explained course of care and medications, including side effects to patients and caregivers.
- Administered medications and treatment to patients and monitored responses while working with healthcare teams to adjust care plans.
- Provided end of life care ensuring both spiritual and cultural needs were met.
LPN Charge Nurse/Clinical Staff Nurse, 07/2010 to 08/2012
Elcor Health Services And Rehabilitation Center – City, STATE,
- Coordinated and collaborated with various multidisciplinary teams to coordinate care and promote patient safety and health.
- Observed and documented patient factors such as diets, physical activity levels and behaviors to understand conditions and effectively modify treatment plans.
- Implemented interventions, including medication and IV administration, catheter insertion and removal; airway management via tracheostomy care; and enteral nutrition maintaining percutaneous endoscopic gastrostomy sites.
- Managed patients recovering from medical or surgical procedures, including facilitating wound care, ostomy care, pressure ulcer prevention and pain management.
- Updated and developed care plans to establish goals based on patient's nursing diagnosis.
- Offered emotional support to patients and family members and served as a patient advocate.
- Directed patient admission obtaining pertinent health histories and accurately documented finding to facilitate continuum of care.
- Complied with all company-specific guidelines and performed hands-on nursing care to patients under RN supervision.
- Helped patients effectively manage routine activities of daily living and other hygiene needs.
- Checked patient vitals such as temperature, blood pressure and blood sugar and updating patient records to keep physicians informed.
- Employed mobility devices and transfer equipment to lift patients from chairs to beds, following all safety procedures to avoid injuries.
- Delegated tasks and provided leadership for nursing assistants and support personnel.
- Followed HIPAA regulations and institution's guidelines regarding patient confidentiality and protection of medical records.
Associate of Science: Nursing, Expected in 12/2020
Mercy Hospital School Nursing - Miami, FL,
GPA:
Practical Nursing Certificate: Practical Nursing, Expected in 07/2010
Greater Southern Tier BOCES Bush Education Center - Horseheads, NY,
GPA:
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