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LPN SUPERVISOR
Summary
Experienced LPN with exceptional leadership, administrative and problem-solving abilities. Well-organized and forward-thinking with a good understanding of nursing procedures, unparalleled clinical skills and a strong background with Mental Health and Long Term Care patients. Diligent about helping people of all backgrounds with diverse healthcare needs. Top skills in medication administration,patient care and communication. Adaptable and driven with strong work ethic and ability to thrive in team-based or individually motivated settings.
Skills
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Experience
Bowery Residents CommitteeNew York , NYLPN Supervisor 12/2013 to Current
- Worked with RN Regional Supervisor to evaluate intervention outcomes and make needed adjustments to care plans. Develop individualized care plans and Protocols.
- Directed implementation of improved patient care and documentation methods and procedures to achieve quality objectives.
- Administered medications and therapies in accordance with physicians orders.
- Utilized Electronic Health Record System. Document patient/family medical history and medical history abstraction.
- Made valuable contributions to the Medication Review Team on Psychotropic Medication/Behavior Review and Medication Reduction Plans.
- Provided pre- and post-operative nursing care.
- Observed strict confidentiality and safeguarded all patient-related information.
- Answered patient calls, identified issues and determined how best to provide assistance within parameters established by facility and supervisor.
- Completed follow-up calls to physicians,pharmacies and medical personnel for prior authorization, consultations and referrals.
- Input ICD-10 Codes specific to patient diagnosis.
- Charted changes in patient conditions and discussed concerns with supervising healthcare provider.
- Administered general care to patients, including recording of blood pressure,heart rate, temperature, wound dressing and diabetic testing.
- Communicated effectively with patients and loved ones to explain diagnoses, treatment options and procedures.
- Provided behavioral and emotional support to patients suffering from mental health issues,dementia and Alzheimer's.
- Provided annual nursing training to Direct Support Personnel to ensure proper medical techniques and procedures were followed. Develop written medical test,to assess and evaluate staff competency.
Granite County Medical CenterPhilipsburg , MTLPN Charge Nurse10/2009 to 12/2013
- Administered prescribed medications and check daily glucose levels,to include administration of sliding scale insulin.
- Monitored patient status and treatment progress, reporting observations to physicians.
- Presented information regarding diagnoses, conditions, illnesses, treatments and outcomes to patients and families in clear, easy-to-understand terminology.
- 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.
- Documented and evaluated effectiveness of care plans and interventions.
- Oversaw medication administration to 30 patients daily, monitoring and documenting responses.
- Distributed assignments to CNA and PCA while providing guidance and training to ensure proper care was administered to patients.
- Coordinated and performed patient admissions, transfers and discharges.
- Built and maintained strong working relationships between nursing department and other discipline.
- Educated patients, caregivers, and families on diagnoses, treatment and disease prevention.
- Audited patient charts in real-time, verifying accuracy and completion of information.
- Trained and mentored new LPNs on best practices,facility policies and standards of care.
- Answered patient calls, identified issues and determined how best to provide assistance within parameters established by facility and supervisor.
- Charted changes in patient conditions and discussed concerns with supervising healthcare provider.
- Delivered high level of care to every patient.
Granite County Medical CenterPhilipsburg , MTLPN Charge Nurse09/2001 to 09/2009
- Administered prescribed medications with daily glucose monitoring.
- Addressed patient care needs, collected vitals, dressed wounds and managed catheters/G-tubes.
- Charted changes in patient conditions and discussed concerns with supervising healthcare provider.
- Monitored patient status and treatment progress, reporting observations to physicians.
- Coordinated and performed patient admissions, transfers and discharges.
- Led 6 team unit, promoting quality care for up to 30 patients per day.
- Delivered high level of care to every patient.
- Educated patients, caregivers, and families on diagnoses, treatment and disease prevention.
- Created and implemented care plans after reviewing patients' imaging and test results, working closely with other members of interdisciplinary team.
- Educated patients on wound and disease self-management techniques.
- Fulfilled the role of Primary Wound Care Nurse for 2 years. Provided wound care in a 120 bed facility. Collaborated with wound care specialists and primary physicians. Assisted patient with pain management.
- Completed electronic data entry of patient health information (PHI).
Education and Training
High School DiplomaMadison County High School, City, State
Some College (No Degree):Patient Care AssistantNorth Florida Community College, City, State
Some College (No Degree):Licensed Practical NurseNorth Florida Community College, City, State
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School Attended
- Madison County High School
- North Florida Community College
Job Titles Held:
- LPN Supervisor
- LPN Charge Nurse
Degrees
- High School Diploma
Some College (No Degree) : Patient Care Assistant
Some College (No Degree) : Licensed Practical Nurse
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