lpn unit manager resume example with 2+ years of experience
JessicaClaire
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Professional Summary
Versatile Licensed Practical Nurse Supervisor with 32 years of experience acting as nursing leader, operational problem-solver and conflict manager. Well-versed in working with diverse patient conditions. Expertise in medication administration, accurate charting and diagnosis for both acute and chronic concerns. Coordinates employee schedules and workflow to promote high-quality patient care. Hardworking and responsible with exceptional communication skills and over 32 years of experience in nursing care. Background includes working as a charge nurse and managing more than 40 nursing staff in a busy Rehab and LTC settings. Fluent in English.
Skills
Nurse Leadership
Wound Care
Passing medications
Geriatric expertise
Training and mentoring
Patient education and counseling
Wellness services
Loss prevention management
Seasoned in medical clinical procedures
Multidisciplinary team collaboration
Immunizations
Therapy programs
Staff Management
Team Building
Drug inventory management
Relationship building and retention
Accreditation coordination
Inventory and restocking
Medication dispensing
Drug utilization review
Work History
12/2020 to 04/2021
LPN Unit ManagerAmerican Senior Communities – Salem, IN,
Helped to develop, improve and implement nursing policies and procedures.
Maintained medication room in full compliance with government and facility requirements.
Direct day-to-day administrative and operational functions for 90-bed facility, providing guidance and leadership to over 40 employees across more than 1 department.
Communicated with patients, ensuring that medical information was kept private.
Monitored and inspected staff processes to eliminate hazards posed for both residents and staff while ensuring continuous compliance with regulations.
Generated and reviewed incident reports, including employee write-ups, actualizing appropriate corrective action plans to mitigate ongoing and potential situations.
Managed application processes for facility certifications with CNA,CMA,LPN and RN education programs.
Spearheaded and implemented new projects to expand scope of engagement.
Fostered excellence by example by "setting pace" and being hands on mentor to clinical staff.
02/2019 to 01/2021
Staff LPNSoutheastern Health – Lumberton, NC,
Managed patient care through closely monitoring respiration, blood pressure and blood glucose levels.
Cared for wounds, provided treatments and assisted with procedures.
Applied interpersonal communication skills to comfort and counsel patients and families throughout care process.
Answered incoming phone calls from patients to provide basic assistance and triage medical concerns.
Educated clients, patients and caregivers on medical diagnoses, treatment options, chronic disease self-management and wound management.
Supported physicians during examinations and scans to assist with diagnostic procedures.
Minimized staff and patient infection risk by cleaning and disinfecting equipment instruments.
Collaborated with RN's MD's to assess patient needs, plan and modify care and implement interventions.
Provided diagnosis information, treatment possibilities, disease management tips and wound care advice to patients, loved ones and caregivers.
Used aseptic techniques, including Sterile and Non-Sterile to provide sterilized wound care and dressing applications.
Administered controlled narcotics, inserted IVs and performed catheterizations.
Evaluated patients to identify and address wounds, behavioral concerns and medically relevant symptoms.
Offered immediate assistance in emergency and routine paging situations to evaluate needs and deliver care.
Obtained biological specimens for ordered tests and prepared for laboratory transport.
Performed many functional assessments and physical examinations for admission and discharge to report changes in patient condition.
Documented accurate and complete patient information to address patient problems and expected outcomes.
Delivered updates in patient status to D.O.N. and Providers recording all changes in medical records.
Delivered updates in patient status to Provider and Family recording all changes in medical records.
Managed appointment calendar for All patients + scans and evaluations per week.
Gathered dietary information, assisted with feeding and monitored intake to help patients achieve nutritional objectives and support wellness goals.
Cared for over 43 LTC and Skilled patients each day with quality-driven support.
Monitored and tracked patient vitals in PCC to keep team informed of changing conditions.
08/2018 to 09/2019
MDS CoordinatorAbsolut Care – Westfield, NY,
Demonstrated ability to advocate for and strive to protect health, safety, and rights of patient.
Leveraged feedback and process improvement opportunities to create safer and healthier environment and increase patient satisfaction.
Explained course of care and medications, including side effects to patients and caregivers in easy-to-understand terms.
Implemented interventions, including medication and IV administration, catheter insertion and airway management.
Used first-hand knowledge and clinical expertise to advocate for patients under care and enacted prescribed treatment strategies.
Strengthened training and nursing knowledge by taking part in continuing education programs and Education workshops.
Administered different therapies and medications in line with physician orders and treatment plan.
Observed and documented patient factors such as diets, physical activity levels and behaviors to understand conditions and effectively modify treatment plans.
Facilitated therapeutic communication, conflict resolution and crisis intervention by redirecting negative behaviors and helping patients regain or improve coping abilities to prevent further disability.
Sustained quality standards by performing routine medication audits and upholding internal and industry best practices.
Followed all personal and health data procedures to effectively comply with HIPAA laws and prevent information breaches.
Provided skilled, timely and level-headed emergency response to critically-ill patients.
Educated patients and answered questions about health condition, prognosis and treatment.
Recorded details regarding all therapies, including PT and OT and Restorative therapies to keep patient charts updated.
Adhered to strict safety measures by carefully determining proper dosages before administering medications.
Conveyed treatment options, diagnosis information and home care techniques to patients and caregivers to continue care consistency.
Communicated with healthcare team members to plan, implement and enhance treatment strategies.
Implemented care plans for patient treatment after assessing physician medical regimens.
Reported findings to quality departments after conducting routine restraint audits and worked with team to devise corrective actions for deficiencies.
Performed ongoing assessments to evaluate mental health needs, working with multidisciplinary team to develop, initiate, manage and modify individualized plans of care.
Educated family members and caregivers on patient care instructions.
Accurately documented all elements of nursing assessment, including treatment, medications and IVs administered, discharge instructions and follow-up care.
Quickly responded to situations impacting safety and security to unit, actualizing crisis prevention interventions to control and de-escalate situations.
05/2018 to 08/2018
Travel LPNAbsolut Care – Gasport, NY,
Delivered outstanding care to patients with various diagnoses and managed care from treatment initiation through to completion.
Administered medications and treatment to patients and monitored responses while working with healthcare teams to adjust care plans.
Education
Expected in 07/1989 to to
Associate of Science: Nursing Western Iowa Tech Community College - Sioux City, IA GPA:
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