LVN Charge Nurse Resume Example Bridgecrest Rehabilitation Suites

LVN CHARGE NURSE

Summary

Skilled Licensed Vocational Nurse implements nursing care, following physician orders in conformance with recognized nursing techniques, standards and administrative policies. Superb technical knowledge and high-level communications skills standardizing nursing practice towards quality care optimization. Prioritizes clinical and operational tasks in fast-paced emergent settings.

Skills

Care plan management
Procedure development
Patient record auditing
Patient care management
Patient assessments
First Aid/CPR

Problem resolution
Customer service
Intravenous Therapy and Blood Withdrawal Certification
Communications
Inventory management
Planning and coordination

Experience

LVN Charge NurseBridgeCrest Rehabilitation Suites | Houston, TX | June 2019 - April 2020

Answered patient calls, identified issues and determined how best to provide assistance within parameters established by facility and supervisor.
Administered prescribed medications and started intravenous fluids to address patient symptoms and underlying etiologies.
Observed strict confidentiality and safeguarded all patient-related information.
Evaluated patient care procedural changes for effectiveness and made necessary adjustments.
Collected biological samples for routine laboratory testing to assist diagnostic processes.
Charted changes in patient conditions and discussed concerns with supervising healthcare provider.
Directed implementation of improved patient care and documentation methods and procedures to achieve quality objectives.
Addressed patient care needs, collected vitals, dressed wounds and managed catheters.
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.

LVN Charge NurseEast View Health and Rehab | Houston, TX | February 2017 - June 2019

Charted changes in patient conditions and discussed concerns with supervising healthcare provider.
Addressed patient care needs, collected vitals, dressed wounds and managed catheters.
Collected biological samples for routine laboratory testing to assist diagnostic processes.
Directed implementation of improved patient care and documentation methods and procedures to achieve quality objectives.
Evaluated patient care procedural changes for effectiveness and made necessary adjustments.
Observed strict confidentiality and safeguarded all patient-related information.
Administered prescribed medications and started intravenous fluids to address patient symptoms and underlying etiologies.
Answered patient calls, identified issues and determined how best to provide assistance within parameters established by facility and supervisor.
Utilized computerized Resource and Patient Management System (RPMS) and Electronic Health Record (EHR) system.
Checked in on patients at regular intervals to record food and fluid intake and output, taking measures to promote healthy levels as needed.
Collected biological samples from patients and performed routine lab tests to support diagnosis.
Administered medications and therapies in accordance with physicians orders.

LVN Floor Nurse, Cardiac Cath Lab Tech., ER NurseUnited Memorial Medical Center | Houston, TX | January 2015 - February 2017

Documented findings manually and with recording devices such as [Type] to update medical records.
Recorded vascular information such as blood pressure, limb volume changes and oxygen saturation to inform diagnostic processes.
Produced contrast-enhanced radiographs of heart and cardiovascular systems with help of diagnostic imaging equipment.
Compared measurements of heart wall thickness and chamber sizes to evaluate conditions and identify abnormalities.
Checked, tested and maintained cardiology equipment to uphold optimal diagnostic standards.
Collaborated effectively with interdisciplinary teams to deliver quality patient care.
Compiled data from administered tests and produced reports for submission to Medical Records and accounting.
Educated patients on cardiac conditions and treatments in easy-to-understand terminology.
Maintained confidential records on patient treatments and diagnosis to alleviate possible data breaches.
Monitored patients' blood pressure and heart rates before, during and after procedures.
Set up equipment to prepare for patient procedures and tests.
Assisted physicians with surgical procedures, including cardiac catheterizations.
Provided excellent service and attention to customers when face-to-face or through phone conversations.
Answered patient calls, identified issues and determined how best to provide assistance within parameters established by facility and supervisor.
Collected biological samples for routine laboratory testing to assist diagnostic processes.
Administered prescribed medications and started intravenous fluids to address patient symptoms and underlying etiologies.
Charted changes in patient conditions and discussed concerns with supervising healthcare provider.
Addressed patient care needs, collected vitals, dressed wounds and managed catheters.
Evaluated patient care procedural changes for effectiveness and made necessary adjustments.
Observed strict confidentiality and safeguarded all patient-related information.
Sanitized, prepared and assembled medical equipment, readying work environment for physicians and emergency surgeons.
Delivered effective quality control through admissions, assessment, treatment and referral for broad range of patients.
Proposed interpretations of symptoms, suggested interventions and target outcomes in advance of physician consultation with patients.
Managed complete processing of patients, including initial admission, preliminary diagnosis, treatment, documentation and discharging.
Treated patients suffering from trauma, acute chest pain, respiratory failure and drug overdoses.
Assisted licensed physicians in treating or evaluating patients as required to support treatment logistics and document cases in real time.
Enforced infection control and sharps disposal procedures to protect patients, co-workers and self.
Instructed patients and caregivers or friends on proper care of injuries after treatment, educating on proper medication use, dressing changes and signs of complications.
Followed standard procedures for collecting personal information, contacting relatives and transferring patients better accommodated at outside facilities.

Education and Training

Some College (No Degree): Licensed Vocational NurseSan Jacinto College North Campus | Houston, TX

Completed professional development in nursing

Some College (No Degree): Fire Protection And Safety TechnologySan Jacinto College District | Pasadena, TX

Completed professional development in Fire Fighting

Some College (No Degree): Emergency Medical TechnologySafety First | Channelview, TX

Completed professional development in EMT-B

Resume Overview

Companies Worked For:

BridgeCrest Rehabilitation Suites
East View Health and Rehab
United Memorial Medical Center

School Attended

San Jacinto College North Campus
San Jacinto College District
Safety First

Job Titles Held:

LVN Charge Nurse
LVN Floor Nurse, Cardiac Cath Lab Tech., ER Nurse

Degrees

Some College (No Degree) : Licensed Vocational Nurse
Some College (No Degree) : Fire Protection And Safety Technology
Some College (No Degree) : Emergency Medical Technology

LVN Charge Nurse Resume Example

Resume Score: 80%

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