Diligent LPN offering 1-2-year background providing attentive care in Assistant/Long care settings. Successful in anticipating and meeting needs of patients, colleagues and supervisors alike. Expertise in Geriatric/ Psych. / Dementia/ Alzheimer clients. Very enthusiastic to contribute to team success through hard work, attention to detail and excellent organizational skills also Motivated to learn, grow and excel in the nursing industry.
Skills
Flexible & Adaptable
Software proficiency
Critical thinking
First Aid/CPR
Writing reports
Shared governance
Direct Patient Care
Caregiving skills
Maintaining nutrition
Skills
Flexible & Adaptable
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Software proficiency
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Critical thinking
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First Aid/CPR
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Writing reports
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Shared governance
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Direct Patient Care
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Caregiving skills
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Maintaining nutrition
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Work History
LPN Student/Internship Student, 09/2019 to 10/2020 Rush University Medical Center – Chicago, IL,
Participated in clinical training, seminars and other educational offerings to develop knowledge and skill levels.
Used initiative in carrying out recurring tasks within scope of practice and established standards of care.
Collaborated with members of multidisciplinary team and offered suggestions while demonstrating sensitivity to aspects of care delivery.
Responded and followed up to needs of patient population to foster comfortable and safe environment.
Demonstrated skills and abilities within scope of LPN practice and in accordance with competencies and procedures.
Recognized and reported observations, patient behaviors and other indicators outside normal parameters or directions given by LPN.
Clearly and thoroughly explained diagnoses, treatment options and procedures to patients and loved ones, checking in to verify understanding.
Created children's area in waiting room to create activity area and make practice more family-friendly.
Assessed patients' temperature, pulse and blood pressure and recorded in electronic medical records.
Worked with multidisciplinary team to carry out successful treatment plans for diverse acute and chronic conditions.
Responded to patient requests with appropriate clinical and personal assistance.
Delivered oral medications, intramuscular injections and IV fluids to mitigate or resolve patient symptoms.
Supported diagnoses by taking blood, urine or sputum samples from patients for laboratory testing.
Circulated assigned floor to measure and record patients' fluid and food levels, implementing measures to promote healthy intake and output as necessary, administered insulin injections, taking temperatures and blood pressure/ dressing wounds.
Helped patients complete day-to-day tasks, including bathing, dressing and eating.
Contributed to committees in effort to promote standardize practices and procedures across hospital-wide nursing stations.
Reviewed patient history to verify conditions and current medications.
Documented patient vitals, behaviors and conditions to communicate concerns to supervising staff.
Home Health Aide Nurse's Assistant, 05/2012 to 06/2018 Wellpath – Wrightsville, AR,
Promoted good oral and personal hygiene by aiding patients with shaving, bathing and teeth brushing.
Monitored, tracked and conveyed important patient information to healthcare staff to help optimize treatment planning and care delivery.
Completed all home cleaning tasks, including dusting, washing dishes, laundry and vacuuming.
Adhered to all resident lifting and safe lifting instructions and rules.
Turned and positioned bedbound patients to prevent bedsores and maintain comfort levels.
Maximized patient satisfaction by helping individuals carry out personal tasks such as dressing and walking.
Promoted patient socialization, self-care and development by recognizing and using patient strengths to motivate patient.
Evaluated patients to identify and address wounds, behavioral concerns and medically relevant symptoms.
Assisted in feeding patients by offering fluids and snacks and recording amounts consumed in logbook
Helped patients care for themselves by teaching proper, safe use of ambulation assistive devices such as canes or walkers.
Agreed to take on additional shifts and extra hours during busy periods and holidays to maintain proper staffing and floor coverage.
Scheduled and accompanied client to medical appointments.
Assisted with patient transfer and ambulation.
Kept accurate records of patients' care, condition and progress.
Gathered dietary information, assisted with feeding and monitored intake to help patients achieve nutritional objectives and support wellness goals.
Certified Nursing Assistant, 11/2017 to Jan2018 Bridges By EPOCH At Norwalk – City, STATE,
Gathered dietary information, assisted with feeding and monitored intake to help patients achieve nutritional objectives and support wellness goals.
Evaluated patients to identify and address wounds, behavioral concerns and medically relevant symptoms.
Assisted patients with mobility needs, including moving to and from beds, organizing wheelchairs and preparing assistive devices.
Promoted good oral and personal hygiene by aiding patients with shaving, bathing and teeth brushing.
Helped patients effectively manage routine bathing, grooming and other hygiene needs.
Answered call lights and supported patient comfort and safety by adjusting bed rails and equipment.
Cared for average of 25 patients per 11pm-7am in Assistant living facility, delivering high-quality, efficient support to meet all needs.
Supported ambulation and physical therapy needs by conducting planned exercise routines.
Facilitated activities of daily living, including personal hygiene management, feeding and ambulation.
Obtained biological specimens for ordered tests and prepared for laboratory transport.
Participated in memory games, fun activities with patients to boost mood, improve overall memory and provide light entertainment.
Complied with all company-specific guidelines and performed hands-on nursing care to patients under RN supervision.
Offered immediate assistance in emergency and routine paging situations to evaluate needs and deliver care.
Participated in fun activities with patients to boost mood, improve overall memory and provide light entertainment.
Psychiatric Nursing Assistant, Sep2002 to 11/2011 Regency Extended Care Center – City, STATE,
Facilitated activities of daily living, including personal hygiene management, feeding and ambulation.
Reduced risks of patient infection and cross-contamination by cleaning and sterilizing equipment.
Monitored, tracked and conveyed important patient information to healthcare staff to help optimize treatment planning and care delivery.
Obtained biological specimens for ordered tests and prepared for laboratory transport.
Answered call lights and supported patient comfort and safety by adjusting bed rails and equipment.
Promoted good oral and personal hygiene by aiding patients with shaving, bathing and teeth brushing.
Employed mobility devices and device equipment to lift patients from chairs to beds, following all safety procedures to avoid injuries.
Wiped down equipment with proper cleaning products after each patient transport to reduce instances of infection.
Complied with all company-specific guidelines and performed hands-on nursing care to patients under RN supervision.
Gathered dietary information, assisted with feeding and monitored intake to help patients achieve nutritional objectives and support wellness goals.
Oversaw and maintained patients' rooms, group living areas and nurse stations.
Education
L.P.N Diploma: Nursing, Expected in 10/2020 Lincoln Technical Institute - Shelton - Shelton, CT GPA:
Graduated with 3.0 GPA
Medical Assistance Diploma: Medical Assisting, Expected in 04/2008 Sanford-Brown Institute - White Plains - East White Plains, NY GPA:
Nursing Assistant Diploma: Nursing Assistance, Expected in 05/2001 Westchester Community College - Valhalla, NY GPA:
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