Resourceful nursing professional with 18 years of LVN experience caring for patients and working closely with other healthcare staff has now expanded horizons with a recent graduation from a competitive LVN to RN accelerated bridge program. Well-rounded with diverse experience in pediatrics, corrections, hospital, and home health. Talented at prioritizing tasks in busy mulitple settings with limited amounts of resources.
Skills
Wound Management
Medication and IV administration
Diabetes management
Patient Care
Patient Assessment and Care
Electronic Health Records Management
Intravenous Therapy and Blood Withdrawal Certification
Tracheostomy care
Nursing Plan Development
Patient Care and Education
Experience
05/2015 to Current
Nurse, LVNBrookdale Senior Living – Statesville, NC,
Liaised between patients and doctors, completing comprehensive secondary assessments and recording medical information to achieve recovery goals.
Educated patients and families on treatment strategies and at-home care.
Administered medications, tracked dosages and documented patient conditions.
Collected lab specimens, monitored fluid intake/output, and analyzed and interpreted lab results and cardiac rhythm strips; actioned emergency interventions to stabilize patients.
Observed and carrie out physician and nursing orders.
Planned and coordinated patient and family teaching to assess understanding of information provided.
Administered oral, intramuscular and IV medications to patients and monitored responses.
Assessed patients, recorded vitals, and documented medical histories; evaluated patient responses.Updated and maintained patient charts and communicated changes to nurses and physicians to ensure continuum of care.
Coordinated care with physicians and other clinical staff to prepare for treatment, carry out interventions and enhance continuum of care to deliver comprehensive services.
Delivered care and treatment reflective of appropriate infection control techniques and universal precautions.
09/2006 to 11/2013
LVNHuntington Hospital – San Marino, CA,
Addressed patient care needs, collected vitals, dressed wounds and managed catheters.
Collected biological samples for routine laboratory testing to assist diagnostic processes.
Administered medications and therapies in accordance with physicians orders.
Observed strict confidentiality and safeguarded all patient-related information.
Charted changes in patient conditions and discussed concerns with supervising healthcare provider.
Administered general care to patients, including recording of temperature and blood pressure, and wound dressing.
Answered patient calls, identified issues and determined how best to provide assistance within parameters established by facility and supervisor.
Monitored infection control procedures to ensure facility-wide health and safety.
Provided behavioral and emotional support and closely supervised patients suffering from addiction, withdrawls and mental health disorders.
Billing inmates for services rendered when applicable
Communicated with county officials for annual budget meetings.
02/2006 to 09/2006
LVNHuntington Hospital – La Canada, CA,
Checked in on patients at regular intervals to record food and fluid intake and output, taking measures to promote healthy levels as needed.
Addressed patient care needs, collected vitals, dressed wounds and managed catheters.
Collected biological samples for routine laboratory testing to assist diagnostic processes.
Administered medications and therapies in accordance with physicians orders.
Observed strict confidentiality and safeguarded all patient-related information.
Provided pre- and post-operative nursing care.
Charted changes in patient conditions and discussed concerns with supervising healthcare provider.
Assisted patients with daily tasks, such as dressing, hygiene upkeep and movement throughout facility,
Administered prescribed medications and started intravenous fluids to address patient symptoms and underlying etiologies.
Communicated effectively with patients and loved ones to explain diagnoses, treatment options and procedures.
Utilized computerized Resource and Patient Management System (RPMS) and Electronic Health Record (EHR) system.
02/2003 to 08/2005
Home Health LVNThe Pediatric Connection – Liberty, TX,
Conducted regular re-evaluations to address changes in needs and conditions, introducing revisions to care plans as needed.
Assisted patients with activities of daily living and functional mobility to increase comfort and quality of life.
Participated in on-call rotations and delivered after-hours care.
Supported patients with activities of daily living and functional mobility to improve comfort and quality of life and reduce pain.
Collected biological samples for routine laboratory testing to assist diagnostic processes.
Verified consistent delivery of compassionate care to patients with debilitating conditions, including back pain, arthritis, fractures, head injuries and strokes.
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.
Provided compassionate care to patients with debilitating conditions, including back pain, arthritis, fractures, head injuries and strokes.
Worked with vendors on provision of medical equipment, supplies and services.
Administered personal care to clients within private home settings and championed patient independence and well-being.
Administered medications and therapies in accordance with physicians orders.
Checked in on patients at regular intervals to record food and fluid intake and output, taking measures to promote healthy levels as needed.
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.
Observed strict confidentiality and safeguarded all patient-related information.
Education and Training
Expected in 05/2020
Associate of Applied Science: LVN To RN Bridge North Central Texas College - Gainesville, TX GPA:
Expected in 08/2002
LVN Certificate: LVN North Central Texas College - Gainesville, TX GPA:
Expected in 05/1996
High School Diploma: Gainesville High School - Gainesville, TX GPA:
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