Dedicated employee known for punctuality, pursuing employment options where good customer service and positive attitude will make a difference.
Patient-oriented nursing professional with 13 years of hands-on experience in delivering quality direct and indirect patient care to individuals in Hospital,Home Care and Jail settings. Skillfully complete nursing task and Fosters relationships with patients, caregivers, and coworkers to drive patient care goals and advance nursing philosophies.
Skills
People skills
Customer service
Conflict resolution
Reliable and trustworthy
First Aid/CPR
Multitasking
Decision-making
Work ethic
Communication
Organization
Working collaboratively
Planning
Relationship building
Troubleshooting
Experience
Medical-Surgical LPN, 11/2008 to Current Chi Health – Bainbridge Island, WA,
Guaranteed exceptional care quality by correctly administering medication, inserting and caring for catheters, dressing and changing wounds and assisting with personal hygiene.
Worked with healthcare team, including social workers, physical therapists and speech therapists, to assess patient needs, plan and adjust plans of care and actualize nursing interventions to promote and restore patient health.
Documented patient intake information, including medical histories, current symptoms and vitals such as height and weight.
Charted changes in patient conditions and discussed concerns with supervising healthcare provider.
Communicated effectively with patients and loved ones to explain diagnoses, treatment options and procedures.
Observed strict confidentiality and safeguarded all patient-related information.
Directed implementation of improved patient care and documentation methods and procedures to achieve quality objectives.
Provided pre- and post-operative nursing care.
Cared expertly for individuals with wide array of medical issues such as pulmonary, cardiology and infectious disease patients.
Delivered physician-ordered treatments and monitored responses to quickly spot complications and side effects.
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.
LPN, Private Duty, 11/2008 to 08/2010 Brightspring Health Services – Martinsville, VA,
Maintained clean and well-organized environment for client happiness and safety.
Monitored patient's respiration activity, blood pressure and blood glucose levels in response to medical administration.
Communicated concerns regarding clients' status, care and environment to nursing supervisors, clinical care supervisors and case managers.
Improved patient outlook and daily living through compassionate care.
Documented patient intake and dietary requirements and aided with feeding and monitoring.
Answered patient and family questions to educate on optimal treatment procedures.
Tracked and reported clients' progress based on observations and conversations.
Followed care plan and directions to administer medications.
Promoted patient satisfaction by assisting with daily living needs such as bathing, dressing, toileting and exercising.
Developed strong and trusting rapport with patients to facilitate smooth, quality care.
Followed rehabilitation and treatment care plans to accelerate patient recovery, minimize pain and optimize patient outcomes.
Aided with mobility and independence for disabled individuals and continually monitored safety.
Used sterile techniques to prepare patients for procedures.
Supervised medication administration, personal hygiene and other activities of daily living.
Responded to patient alarms and needs-assessment requests to identify course of treatment.
Direct Care Worker, 08/1999 to 08/2008 Aveanna Healthcare – Hagerstown, MD,
Made beds, swept floors and sanitized surfaces to support activities of daily living.
Maintained daily living standards by assisting clients with personal hygiene needs.
Helped clients with personal needs from exercise to bathing and personal grooming.
Assisted with client personal care needs to foster independence and well-being.
Followed care plan and directions to administer medications.
Engaged with patients and families to provide emotional support and daily living instruction.
Developed strong and trusting rapport with patients to facilitate smooth, quality care.
Transported patients to medical, dental and personal care appointments.
Planned and prepared nutritious meals and snacks to meet diabetic, low sodium and high protein diets.
Laundered clothing and bedding to prevent infection.
Recorded patient temperature, pulse and blood pressure to monitor health and well-being.
Aided with mobility and independence for disabled individuals and continually monitored safety.
Ambulated individuals around home, public and medical locations.
Reported concerns to nurse supervisor to promote optimal care.
Directed patients in passive and active ROM exercises to maintain musculoskeletal functions and increase strength.
Cultivated relationships with residents to support happiness and emotional well-being.
Developed patient care plans with doctors and registered nurses.
Improved resident and staff engagement through group activities.
Supervised medication administration, personal hygiene and other activities of daily living.
Education and Training
High School Diploma: , Expected in 06/1997 Alpena High School - Alpena, MI GPA:
: Nursing, Expected in Alpena Community College - Alpena, MI GPA:
: Practical Nursing, Expected in 06/2008 Kirtland Community College - Roscommon, MI GPA:
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