Montgomery Street, San Francisco, CA94105609 Johnson Ave., 49204, Tulsa, OK
Home: (555) 432-1000
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Summary
Dedicated and compassionate Licensed Practical Nurse with extensive experience in medical procedures, including sample collection, blood draw, IV insertion and infection control. Meticulous regard for detail and accuracy with strong follow-through and administrative skills. Maintains composure and makes accurate decisions in fast-paced, unpredictable and stressful environments. History of interfacing seamlessly with doctors, specialized support services, patients and visiting families.
Skills
Multi-tasking and prioritization
Patient triaging
Samples collection
Healthcare platforms
Empathetic and compassionate
Assisting physicians
Licensed Practical Nurse
Tracking symptoms
Staff direction and task delegation
Regulatory requirements
Educating families
Documenting incidents
Psychotropic medication knowledge
Counting narcotics
Caring for wounds
Problem resolution
Organization
Experience
LPN, 08/2017 to Current Elara Caring – Attleboro, MA,
Researched and studied client diagnoses to identify care needs, effectively contributed to nursing plan developments and facilitated patient education.
Collected biological specimens and packages for laboratory transport to complete diagnostic tests.
Documented patient intake and dietary requirements, also assisting with feeding and monitoring.
Responded to patient alarms and needs-assessment requests to identify course of treatment.
Examined and addressed lacerations, contusions and physical symptoms to assess and prioritize need for further attention.
Documented patient intake information, including medical histories, current symptoms and vitals such as height and weight.
Assisted physicians with conducting examinations and patient scans during diagnostic processes.
Monitored patient's respiration activity, blood pressure and blood glucose levels in response to medical administration.
Collected and documented vital signs to track current patient conditions.
Delivered high-quality direct and indirect nursing care to up to 200 patients per day.
Guaranteed exceptional care quality by correctly administering medication, inserting and caring for catheters, dressing and changing wounds and assisting with personal hygiene.
Followed rehabilitation and treatment care plans to accelerate patient recovery, minimize pain and optimize patient outcomes.
LPN Home Health, 08/2016 to Current Lhc Group – Richlands, VA,
Administered prescribed medications and started intravenous fluids to address patient symptoms and underlying etiologies.
Assisted patients with activities of daily living and functional mobility to increase comfort and quality of life.
Charted changes in patient conditions and discussed concerns with supervising healthcare provider.
Collected biological samples for routine laboratory testing to assist diagnostic processes.
Addressed patient care needs, collected vitals, dressed wounds and managed catheters.
Supported patients with activities of daily living and functional mobility to improve comfort and quality of life and reduce pain.
Furnished personal care to clients within private home settings and championed patient independence and well-being.
Communicated effectively with patients and loved ones to explain diagnoses, treatment options and procedures.
Administered medications and therapies in accordance with physicians orders.
Assisted patients with daily tasks, such as dressing, hygiene upkeep and movement throughout facility,
Directed implementation of improved patient care and documentation methods and procedures to achieve quality objectives.
Observed strict confidentiality and safeguarded all patient-related information.
LPN, 08/2014 to 08/2016 Elara Caring – Ava, MO,
Collected biological specimens and packages for laboratory transport to complete diagnostic tests.
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.
Documented patient intake information, including medical histories, current symptoms and vitals such as height and weight.
Monitored patient's respiration activity, blood pressure and blood glucose levels in response to medical administration.
Collected and documented vital signs to track current patient conditions.
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.
Communicated concerns regarding clients' status, care and environment to nursing supervisors, clinical care supervisors and case managers.
Managed wound care, gave respiratory treatments and helped with non-invasive procedures.
LPN Charge Nurse, 02/2011 to 08/2014 Pruitthealth – Washington, GA,
Facilitated patient admission, transfer and discharge processes.
Assessed and assisted patients with diverse range and comorbid chronic diagnoses, including chronic obstructive pulmonary disease (COPD), asthma, congestive heart failure (CHF), cerebrovascular accidents (CVA), diabetes, and sepsis.
Presented information regarding diagnoses, conditions, illnesses, treatments and outcomes to patients and families in clear, easy-to-understand terminology.
Precepted and mentored new staff, graduate RNs and ancillary staff.
Monitored patient status and treatment progress, reporting observations to physicians.
Educated patients, caregivers, and families on diagnoses, treatment and disease prevention.
Administered prescribed medications and started intravenous fluids to address patient symptoms and underlying etiologies.
Led 3 team unit, promoting quality care for up to 25 patients per day.
Built and maintained strong working relationships between nursing department and other discipline.
Delivered high level of care to every patient.
Provided continuous assessment of patients in Alzheimer unit from admission to discharge.
Coordinated and performed patient admissions, transfers and discharges.
Oversaw medication administration to 25 patients daily, monitoring and documenting responses.
Answered patient calls, identified issues and determined how best to provide assistance within parameters established by facility and supervisor.
Led patient care team and served as Nurse in Charge of health center.
Supported physicians and consultants with tests and procedures.
Education and Training
Associate Degree in Nursing: Nursing, Expected in 12/2020 to Dyersburg State Community College - Dyersburg, TN GPA:
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