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Professional Summary
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.
Skills
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
Work History
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.
Education
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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