I am a experienced Licensed Vocational Nurse seeking an entry level position with your hospital/company.
I am dedicated to providing optimal patient care and support while assisting medical staff with meeting critical needs. Able to collect specimens,manage dietary needs, document behaviors and handle any other need. Excellent communication and organizational skills combined with dependable, forward-thinking approach.
Please consider me for employment as I will be a positive asset to your company.
Skilled lvn with solid background working in medical environments under supervision of qualified RNs to deliver exceptional patient care and nursing support. Highly observant, detail-oriented and dedicated to high-quality, cost-effective healthcare. Certifications include management of assault and behavior (MAB) and CPR
Care for all patients with exceptional clinical, interpersonal and time management abilities. Licensed in California and diligent about helping people of all backgrounds with diverse healthcare needs. Top skills in communication, medication administration and wound care. Work effectively within healthcare teams to develop plans of care and advocate for patients.
Motivated to administer thorough and compassionate care in health care settings. Communicate effectively with patients, families and colleagues alike.
Skills
Willing to learn new skills
Staff direction and task delegation
Counting narcotics
Patient triaging
Multi-tasking and prioritize
Tracking symptoms
Caring for wounds
Psychotropic medication knowledge
Assisting physicians
Samples collection
Empathetic and compassionate
Documenting incidents
Rehabilitation techniques
Infection control standards
Team development
Drug administration trained
ELNEC training (End-Of-Life-Care)
Intravenous Therapy and Blood Withdrawal Certification
Oxygen machine maintenance
Personal and professional integrity
Inpatient and outpatient care
Staff training and devdevelopment
Colostomy care familiarity
Culturally sensitive
Seizure management
Diagnostic tools experience
Maintaining records
Custodial care knowledge
Conflict resolution
Critical thinking proficiency
Tracheotomy care
Enthusiastic caregiver
Sterilization techniques
Specimen collection and processing
Diabetes management
Patient-oriented
Maintaining quality assurance standards
Patient and family focused
Geriatric treatment knowledge
Body mechanics knowledge
AED certification
Strong clinical judgment
Reporting skills
Speaking clearly
Psychiatric and mental health care
Basic Life Support Certification
Infection control procedures
Documentation procedures expert
Performing patient intakes
Calm and level-headed under duress
Collecting vital signs
Grooming and bathing assistance
Able to lift [Number] pounds
Team Building
First Aid/CPR
Experience
LVN, 11/2019 - Current Iconma, L.L.C. – Harlingen, TX,
Administered medications and therapies in accordance with physicians orders.
Collaborated with interdisciplinary healthcare team plan and implement effective treatment plans.
Utilized computerized Resource and Patient Management System (RPMS) and Electronic Health Record (EHR) system.
Observed strict confidentiality and safeguarded all patient-related information.
Evaluated patient care procedural changes for effectiveness and made necessary adjustments.
Administered prescribed medications and started intravenous fluids to address patient symptoms and underlying etiologies.
Licensed Vocational Nurse, 03/2014 - Current Mednax – Kansas City, MO,
Observed strict confidentiality and safeguarded all patient-related information.
Administered prescribed medications and started intravenous fluids to address patient symptoms and underlying etiologies.
Monitored infection control procedures to ensure facility-wide health and safety.
Directed implementation of improved patient care and documentation methods and procedures to achieve quality objectives.
Answered patient calls, identified issues and determined how best to provide assistance within parameters established by facility and supervisor.
Provided behavioral/emotional support and supervision for those with dementia and Alzheimer's.
Charted changes in patient conditions and discussed concerns such as adverse reactions with supervising healthcare provider.
Evaluated patient care procedural changes for effectiveness and made necessary adjustments.
Built strong network of outside referral sources within the community.
Assisted patients with bathing, grooming and feeding.
Turned and repositioned patients for comfort and medical safety.
Assessed patients to identify lacerations, contusions and other physical symptoms in need of further attention.
Supported patient mobility needs and transported to appointments.
Collected and delivered biological samples such as urine and blood for testing.
Maintained accurate, timely flow of information by completing thorough patient records and updating healthcare team on patients’ status.
Facilitated activities of daily living, including personal hygiene management, feeding, ambulation and locomotion.
Responded to patient alarms and requests to assess needs and obtain necessary care for medical and personal concerns.
Implemented and enforced policies and procedures.
Volunteered to work additional shifts and overtime during busy periods to maintain proper staffing and floor coverage.
Comforted patients and provided reassurance and encouragement.
Assisted patients with daily tasks, such as dressing, hygiene upkeep and movement throughout facility,
Communicated effectively with patients and loved ones to explain diagnoses, treatment options and procedures.
Checked in on patients at regular intervals to record food and fluid intake and output, taking measures to promote healthy levels as needed.
Utilized computerized Resource and Patient Management System (RPMS) and Electronic Health Record (EHR) system.
Collaborated with interdisciplinary healthcare team plan and implement effective treatment plans.
Administered medications and therapies in accordance with physicians orders.
Addressed patient care needs, collected vitals, dressed wounds and managed catheters.
LVN Charge Nurse, 01/2020 - Current Acadia Healthcare Inc. – Scotts Valley, CA,
Provided hands-on nursing care to patients under direct RN supervision and in alignment with medical center's policies and procedures.
Observed and documented patient responses.
Created and maintained safe patient and working environments.
Provided personal nursing care in pre- and post-operative situations.
Monitored and recorded patient vital signs, including recording daily inputs and outputs.
Turned and re-positioned bedridden patients.
Exhibited compassionate care and communication regarding issues surrounding death and dying.
Assessed patients, documented and monitored vital signs, and communicated changes to supervising RNs.
Administered prescribed medications and started intravenous fluids to address patient symptoms and underlying etiologies.
Sterilized equipment and supplies using germicides and autoclaves to protect patients and staff from infection.
Addressed patient care needs, collected vitals, dressed wounds and managed catheters.
Collaborated with interdisciplinary healthcare team plan and implement effective treatment plans.
Observed strict confidentiality and safeguarded all patient-related information.
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