Upbeat and motivated Licensed Practical Nurse with 9 years of experience. Skilled in evaluating patients, recording vital signs, and documenting conditions in medical charts. Caring and compassionate Licensed Practical Nurse experienced in working under supervision of registered nurses and physicians. Provide bedside care to patients, including medication administration. Skilled in monitoring fluid intake and output levels and administering G-tube feedings. Able to maintain accuracy even in stressful and emergencies. Communicates with physicians and other healthcare professionals to coordinate streamlined and high-quality patient care. Dedicated healthcare team member with 22 years of direct patient care experience.
Skills
PCC EMR software
Medication administration
Wound care
HIPAA protocol
Direct patient care
Observe patients
Patient assessments
Resident assessment
Infection treatment
Staff training
Wound prevention
Wound care
Collaboration
Team collaboration
Task prioritization
Work delegation
Patient monitoring
Catheter care
Monitor vital signs
Creative thinking
Quality assurance
Flexible
Leadership
Training & Development
Supervision
Critical thinking
Teambuilding
PPE use
Verbal and written communication
First Aid/CPR
Medical chart management
Experience
Staffing Coordinator, 02/2021 to Current Accura Healthcare – Griswold, IA,
Oversaw staffing and related operations, spanning interviewing, hiring and mentoring personnel.
Assisted in new hire process by calling and scheduling appointments with candidates, filling out required paperwork and preparing manuals.
Administered applicant tracking system (ATS) database to input, update and maintain candidate details.
Sourced, qualified and conducted screening interviews with job candidates.
Monitored development, implementation and updates of individualized care plans.
Oversaw new nursing employee orientation process, including explanation of personnel policies and individual duties.
Accomplished multiple duties, including strategic workforce planning, new employee onboarding, labor relations and health benefits administration.
LPN Charge Nurse, 05/2020 to 02/2021 Jonesboro Assisted Living Center, Llc – Jonesboro, GA,
Documented clinical information in patient medical records daily.
Charted medication administration and nursing care provided to document patient progress or report changes in condition.
Administered medications per physicians' orders or as directed by care plan.
Ordered diagnostic imaging or other tests according to physicians' orders.
Used PCC EMR software to record and update patient medical charts.
Gathered patient medical histories and symptoms, and recorded data such as height, weight, pulse rate, and blood pressure.
Cared for admitted patients, including fluid administration, wound care.
Oversaw staffing and related operations, spanning interviewing, hiring and mentoring personnel.
Wound Care Nurse, 08/2019 to 04/2020 Altoona Nursing & Rehabilitation Center – Altoona, IA,
Initiated and updated care plans regarding skin to keep residents healthy.
Completed skin-related treatments on residents to address pressure wounds and bacterial infections.
Measured skin areas weekly and documented findings in EMR.
Followed up with physician to report on new skin problems and obtain new orders to treat conditions.
Chaired weekly skin management meetings and coordinated with interdisciplinary team to develop interventions for prevention of avoidable skin breakdown.
Evaluated residents weekly to check condition of skin, identify risks, and develop appropriate interventions.
Readied rooms, supplies, and instruments for upcoming procedures and expected patients.
Educated patients, family members, and caregivers on conditions and treatment protocols to aid in compliance and improve outcomes.
Monitored, recorded, and reported symptoms or changes in patients' conditions.
Clinic Nurse, 06/2018 to 07/2019 Catholic Health Initiative – Urbandale, IA,
Maintained department equipment, charted patient records, and completed accurate recordkeeping for quality assurance.
Demonstrated skill in use of equipment and devices pertinent to treatment, procedures, and practices.
Administered prescribed medications and monitored patients for side effects and adverse reactions.
Kept the unit efficient by organizing instruments, preparing rooms and restocking supplies.
Monitored, recorded, and reported symptoms or changes in patients' conditions.
Completed detailed patient intakes, including documenting patient histories and current vitals.
Immunized patients against common infections such as influenza and tetanus with routine vaccinations.
Consulted and coordinated with healthcare team members to assess, plan, implement, and evaluate patient care plans.
LPN Charge Nurse, 07/2014 to 06/2019 Jonesboro Assisted Living Center, Llc – Jonesboro, GA,
Evaluated resident responses to nursing interventions and altered care plans.
Provided direct resident care as determined by resident condition and available staff.
Completed quality care audits, ensuring equipment and supplies were clean and orderly.
Assisted patients with mobility and personal hygiene needs, including bathing, dressing and toileting.
Measured and recorded patients' vital signs such as height, weight, temperature, blood pressure, pulse, and respiration.
Educated patients and families on terminal diagnosis, disease processes, coping mechanisms, and pain management.
Collected the vital signs of each patient at the start of treatment and during ongoing care.
Backed up nurses during stressful situations to offer valuable assistance and clinical insight.
Assisted medical staff with various procedures, patient assessments, and diagnostic tests.
Education and Training
GED: Nursing, General, Expected in 2011 High Plains Technology Center - Woodward, OK GPA:
: , Expected in 2007 Forgan High School - Forgan, OK GPA:
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