Lpn Charge Nurse resume example with 16+ years of experience
JessicaClaire
, , 609 Johnson Ave., 49204, Tulsa, OK100 Montgomery St. 10th Floor
Home: (555) 432-1000
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Summary
I have a solid background working in medical environments supervising CNA's to deliver exceptional patient care and nursing support. Highly observant, detail-oriented and dedicated to high-quality, cost-effective healthcare. Certified in areas including including nursing and therapeutic recreation.
Skills
Post operative care
Medication administration
Nursing operations supervision
Patient counseling and support
Experience
LPN Charge Nurse, 04/2015 to Current Granite County Medical Center – Philipsburg, MT,
Established direct lines of communication between nursing staff and other interested departments, supporting patient care with collaboration between personnel with complementary specialties.
Analyzed charts and utilized data to recommend proper treatment courses to physicians.
Supported professional development of nurses with ranging experience levels, encouraging continual education and adaptation to evolving circumstances.
Monitored patients with incontinence issues, both after procedures and in recovery from trauma, installing catheters and monitoring bedpans to keep patients safe and comfortable.
Supervised exceptional team with collaborative leadership and creative responses to resource scarcity and nurse availability.
Administered high consequence medications with exacting accuracy, monitoring patients for side effects and supporting patient comfort and comprehensive recovery.
Supported nurses in providing routine wound care and attending to complex lacerations and punctures.
Prepared equipment for patient scans, surgeries, operations and routine visits to streamline doctor's role and support exceptional care.
Collected biological samples for routine laboratory testing to assist diagnostic processes.
Provided behavioral and emotional support and closely supervised patients suffering from dementia and Alzheimer's.
Performed triage to maximum team productivity and effectiveness.
Observed strict confidentiality and safeguarded all patient-related information.
Utilized computerized Resource and Patient Management System (RPMS) and Electronic Health Record (EHR) system.
Addressed patient care needs, collected vitals, dressed wounds and managed catheters.
Evaluated patient care procedural changes for effectiveness and made necessary adjustments.
Assisted patients with daily tasks, such as dressing, hygiene upkeep and movement throughout facility,
Charted changes in patient conditions and discussed concerns with supervising healthcare provider.
Administered medications and therapies in accordance with physicians orders.
Memory Care Director/LPN Charge Nurse, 01/2010 to 04/2015 Brookdale Senior Living – Irving, TX,
Kept family members abreast of important information regarding loved ones, including care, health issues and medication.
Personally gave prospective residents and families tours of memory care unit, answering questions about services and facility.
Provided onboarding and coaching to new hires to help each feel comfortable in job positions and prepared to handle various responsibilities.
Delivered continuous quality service, resulting in high satisfaction levels from families and residents.
Collaborated with Quality Team to develop outcomes statistics.
Solicited medical history information from patients to provide best and most effective medical advice.
Ordered all supplies needed for pharmacy and kept tabs on inventory levels.
Reviewed and assessed staff processes, reducing hazards posed for residents and staff while promoting regulatory compliance.
Activity Director, 01/2010 to 01/2014 Granite County Medical Center – Philipsburg, MT,
Maintained records of activities and analyzed feedback from participants.
Consulted with staff and other professionals to discuss activities.
Handled budgetary concerns, keeping all activities affordable.
Organized services such as transportation, event security, and catering.
Planned, organized, facilitated and promoted diverse recreational programs.
Developed events and programs in consideration of needs, abilities and interests of participants.
Assisted with transporting and escorting program participants to, from and within program activity locations and on external trips.
Explained principles, techniques and safety requirements to activity participants to prevent injury.
Attained facility targets, including revenue goals and member retention rates.
Promoted monthly events and activities to increase participation and revenue.
Remained cognizant of camper dietary restrictions and allergies, confirming proper snacks and meals were distributed to each camper.
Coordinated daily schedule of activities to assigned campers and managed transitions to ensure timely arrival.
Promoted fun, safe and inclusive environment by monitoring activity of campers to identify and address behavioral issues.
Gathered, prepared, operated and maintained all equipment and supplies necessary for planned activities.
Enforced discipline and policies to protect safety of recreational activity participants.
Diversified recreational offerings by building and overseeing activity schedule.
Advertised for upcoming events to promote engagement and involvement.
LPN Charge Nurse, 01/2005 to 01/2010 Northwest Healthcare – City, STATE,
Analyzed charts and utilized data to recommend proper treatment courses to physicians.
Administered high consequence medications with exacting accuracy, monitoring patients for side effects and supporting patient comfort and comprehensive recovery.
Supported nurses in providing routine wound care and attending to complex lacerations and punctures.
Provided behavioral and emotional support and closely supervised patients suffering from dementia and Alzheimer's.
Performed triage to maximum team productivity and effectiveness.
Observed strict confidentiality and safeguarded all patient-related information.
Education and Training
High School Diploma: , Expected in 05/1993 Roosevelt High School - Indianapolis, IN, GPA:
Bachelor of Arts: Therapeutic Recreation, Expected in 05/1997 Knoxville College - Knoxville, Tennessee, GPA:
LPN: Nursing, Expected in 05/1996 Ivy Tech Community College Of Indiana - Indianapolis, IN GPA:
Accomplishments
Recognized as Employee of the Month for outstanding performance and team contributions.
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