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practical nurse and woundcare certified resume example with 6 years of experience

Jessica Claire
  • Montgomery Street, San Francisco, CA 94105 609 Johnson Ave., 49204, Tulsa, OK
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Summary

Proficient in TJC, OSHA, and FDA requirements for medical laboratory work. Effective at working as generalist to conduct all types of tests. Quality-focused and collaborative team player with reputation for accuracy and efficiency. Talented and team leader offering five years of success in crowded environments. Strategic thinker with clinic expertise proficiency. Offers proven ability to build effective team. Committed to identifying and leveraging opportunities for growth. Certified in Practical Nurse. Dedicated and compassionate Licensed Practical Nurse with extensive experience in medical procedures, including sample collection, blood draw, IV insertion and infection control. Meticulous regard for detail and accuracy with strong follow-through and administrative skills. Maintains composure and makes accurate decisions in fast-paced, unpredictable and stressful environments. History of interfacing seamlessly with doctors, specialized support services, patients and visiting families. Knowledgeable and compassionate Nursing staff member with 5 + years of License Practical Nurse experience. Diligent about serving all facets of patient medical and personal needs. Focused on delivering high-quality care to individuals of all backgrounds while protecting patient safety and promoting satisfaction with facility services. Talented Licensed Practical Nurse bringing five + years' experience in healthcare. Proficient in performing non-surgical procedures like breathing treatments. Familiar with documentation, recordkeeping and compliance requirements. Experienced medical professional well-versed in performing triage, collecting intake information and caring for wounds. Good communicator with organized nature and strong prioritization and multitasking skills. Sound judgment, caring nature and superior work ethic. Self-motivated, decisive healthcare professional with proven bedside manner, clinical skills and diagnostic support experience. Manage and document current conditions to effectively support patients and work within multidisciplinary healthcare team to enhance outcomes. Specialize in Fed patient care. Self-motivated, decisive healthcare professional with proven bedside manner, clinical skills and diagnostic support experience. Manage and document current conditions to effectively support patients and work within multidisciplinary healthcare team to enhance outcomes. Specialize in Acute patient care.

Skills
  • CPR and First Aid certified
  • Child and infant CPR certified
  • Healthcare platforms
  • Multi-tasking and prioritization
  • Tracking symptoms
  • Empathetic and compassionate
  • Staff direction and task delegation
  • Licensed Practical Nurse
  • Assisting physicians
  • Licensed Practical Nurse
  • Regulatory requirements
  • Operational improvement
  • Organization
  • Inventory management
  • Customer service
  • Communications
  • Administrative support
  • Team building
  • Relationship development
  • MS Office
  • Team management
Experience
Licensed Practical Nurse, 10/2018 to Current
Sheboygan Progressive Health ServicesSheboygan, WI,
  • Collaborated with others to discuss new opportunities.
  • Collaborated in development of procedures.
  • Improved profit margins by streamlining operations and workflow and negotiating competitive vendor contracts.
  • Collected biological specimens and packaged for laboratory transport to complete important diagnostic tests.
  • Researched and studied client diagnoses to identify care needs, effectively contributed to nursing plan developments and facilitated patient education.
  • Triaged patients by phone and provided general assistance for basic and advanced needs.
  • Documented patient intake and dietary requirements and assisted with feeding.
  • Managed wound care, gave respiratory treatments and helped with non-invasive procedures.
  • Documented patient intake information, including medical histories, current symptoms and vitals such as height and weight.
  • Promoted patient satisfaction by assisting with daily living needs such as bathing, dressing, toileting and exercising.
  • Responded to patient alarms and needs-assessment requests to identify course of treatment.
  • Cleaned and sanitized rooms and equipment using aseptic technique to prevent infection and cross-contamination.
  • Examined and addressed lacerations, contusions and other physical symptoms in need of further attention.
  • Observed, charted and reported developments in patient health condition in 8-bed hospital.
  • Guaranteed exceptional care quality by correctly administering medication, inserting and caring for catheters, dressing and changing wounds and assisting with personal hygiene.
  • Communicated with Doctor when starting or adjusting treatment.
  • Cared for ostomy wounds by fast paste
  • Administered medications based on clinical condition and patient age.
  • Treated complex wounds not healed in 4 weeks, including diabetic ulcers, vascular wounds and trauma-related wounds.
  • Conducted wound assessments for patients and documented information.
  • Viewed electronic health system records to evaluate patient wound care history, other relevant medical information and prescription medications.
  • Treated patients undergoing bowel surgery and experiencing digestive system wounds.
  • Alerted physician of diagnostic study results and changes in patient condition.
  • Educated patients, family members and caregivers on condition management.
  • Minimized patient skin breakdown by devising and carrying out skin care plan.
  • Measured wound depth to support treatment methods and monitor healing.
  • Developed individualized rehabilitative care to facilitate patients returning to a productive lifestyle.
  • Continually assessed patient pain levels and applied appropriate pain management techniques.
  • Provided basic patient care by bathing and grooming patients, changing bedding and assisting in feeding activities.
  • Performed inventory by monitoring expiration of medical supplies and medications.
  • Conducted routine checks on standard patient vitals, including blood pressure, blood sugar and heart rate.
  • Assisted over 4residents with daily needs, including personal hygiene, dressing and transferring from chairs to bed.
  • Used mobility devices and Hoyer lift equipment to transport patients.
  • Assisted patients with shaving, bathing and oral hygiene to promote healthy habits and overall wellness.
  • Performed light cleaning duties by emptying wastebaskets, sweeping, mopping and sanitizing surfaces.
  • Conducted games and other activities to engage clients and provide mental stimulation and entertainment.
  • Explained various warnings, side effects and dosage requirements of medications.
Licensed Practical Nurse, 10/2018 to Current
Sheboygan Progressive Health ServicesSheboygan, WI,
  • Medications management
  • Documented patient intake and dietary requirements, also assisting with feeding and monitoring.
  • Promoted patient satisfaction by assisting with daily living needs such as bathing, dressing, toileting and exercising.
  • Researched and studied client diagnoses to identify care needs, effectively contributed to nursing plan developments and facilitated patient education.
  • Collected biological specimens and packages for laboratory transport to complete diagnostic tests.
  • Triaged patients by phone and provided general assistance for basic and advanced needs.
  • Documented patient intake information, including medical histories, current symptoms and vitals such as height and weight.
  • Managed wound care, gave respiratory treatments and helped with non-invasive procedures.
  • Responded to patient alarms and needs-assessment requests to identify course of treatment.
  • 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.
  • Started, monitored and managed intravenous medication to stabilize patient heart and blood pressure.
  • Educated clients, patients and caregivers on medical diagnoses, treatment options, chronic disease self-management and wound management.
  • Guaranteed exceptional care quality by correctly administering medication, inserting and caring for catheters, dressing and changing wounds and assisting with personal hygiene.
  • Collected and documented vital signs to track current patient conditions.
  • Answered patient and family questions to educate on optimal treatment procedures.
  • Monitored patient's respiration activity, blood pressure and blood glucose levels in response to medical administration.
  • Assisted physicians with conducting examinations and patient scans during diagnostic processes.
Licensed Practical Nurse, 06/2018 to Current
Sheboygan Progressive Health ServicesSheboygan, WI,
  • Documented patient intake and dietary requirements, also assisting with feeding and monitoring.
  • Researched and studied client diagnoses to identify care needs, effectively contributed to nursing plan developments and facilitated patient education.
  • Documented patient intake information, including medical histories, current symptoms and vitals such as height and weight.
  • Responded to patient alarms and needs-assessment requests to identify course of treatment.
  • Examined and addressed lacerations, contusions and physical symptoms to assess and prioritize need for further attention.
  • 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.
  • Started, monitored and managed intravenous medication to stabilize patient heart and blood pressure.
  • Educated clients, patients and caregivers on medical diagnoses, treatment options, chronic disease self-management and wound management.
Nurse Technician, 05/2015 to 10/2019
Munson Medical CenterManistee, MI,
  • Took patients vitals, including blood pressure, temperature and pulse and documented vital signs and weight of patients.
  • Turned or re-positioned bedridden patients to promote blood flow and prevent bedsores.
  • Documented patient intake and dietary requirements, also assisting with feeding and monitoring.
  • Collected blood, tissue and other laboratory specimens and prepared for lab testing.
  • Assisted patients with shaving, bathing and oral hygiene to promote healthy habits and overall wellness.
  • Documented information in patient charts and communicated status updates to interdisciplinary care team.
  • Examined and addressed lacerations, contusions and physical symptoms to assess and prioritize need for further attention.
  • Responded to patient alarms and needs-assessment requests to identify course of treatment.
  • Protected and promoted patient rights and assisted individuals to achieve maximum independence.
  • Assessed patients' physical and mental conditions by thoroughly assessing medical histories and communicated to patients to base trust.
  • Monitored fluid intake and output levels to evaluate electrolyte imbalances.
  • Set up central venous pressure and arterial pressure monitoring systems to assist nursing staff with hemodynamic monitoring.
Licensed Practical Nurse, 07/2017 to 06/2018
Sheboygan Progressive Health ServicesSheboygan, WI,
  • Researched and studied client diagnoses to identify care needs, effectively contributed to nursing plan developments and facilitated patient education.
  • Documented patient intake and dietary requirements, also assisting with feeding and monitoring.
  • Promoted patient satisfaction by assisting with daily living needs such as bathing, dressing, toileting and exercising.
  • Triaged patients by phone and provided general assistance for basic and advanced needs.
  • Documented patient intake information, including medical histories, current symptoms and vitals such as height and weight.
  • Managed wound care, gave respiratory treatments and helped with non-invasive procedures.
  • Responded to patient alarms and needs-assessment requests to identify course of treatment.
Education and Training
Bachelor of Science: Bachelor of Science in Nursing, Expected in 03/1992 to Cabadbaran University - Philippines,
GPA:
Certifications
  • First Aid/CPR
  • BLS Certified
  • Respiratory Certified
  • Licensed Practical Nurse Guam- LX-0329
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School Attended

  • Cabadbaran University

Job Titles Held:

  • Licensed Practical Nurse
  • Licensed Practical Nurse
  • Licensed Practical Nurse
  • Nurse Technician
  • Licensed Practical Nurse

Degrees

  • Bachelor of Science

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