Natalie Joyce

• Cared for wounds, provided treatments and assisted with procedures.
• Managed patient care through closely monitoring respiration, blood pressure and blood glucose levels.
• Obtained patient vital signs and input/output measurements from inpatients.
• Used aseptic techniques to provide sterilized wound care and dressing applications.
• Documented accurate and complete patient information to address patient problems and expected outcomes.
• Delivered updates in patient status to charge nurse, recording changes in medical records.

as LVN per Diem I had worked: @Skilled Nursing, Hospice, Mental Health problems Residential facilities, private Clients and drug and alcohol Treatment Centers:

• Charted changes in patient conditions and discussed concerns with supervising healthcare provider.
• Administered medications and therapies in accordance with physicians orders.
• Assisted patients with daily tasks, such as dressing, hygiene upkeep and movement throughout facility,
• Answered patient calls, identified issues and determined how best to provide assistance within parameters established by facility and supervisor.
• Observed strict confidentiality and safeguarded all patient-related information.
• Monitored infection control procedures to verify facility-wide health and safety.
• Worked with registered nurses to deliver comprehensive, high-quality care to detoxing Clients.
• Collected biological samples for routine laboratory testing to assist diagnostic processes.
• Assisted with patients' nutritional needs by setting up self-feeding assistance or directly feeding individuals with severely limited mobility.
• Monitored patient's respiration activity, blood pressure and blood glucose levels in response to medical administration.
• Prioritized nursing tasks and assignments and accurately reported patient status.
• Maintained personal and team compliance with medication administration standards and patient care best practices.
• Collected and documented vital signs to track current patient conditions.
• Responded to patient requests with appropriate clinical and personal assistance.
• Worked with multidisciplinary team to carry out successful treatment plans for diverse acute and chronic conditions.

• Assessed patients' temperature, pulse and blood pressure and recorded in electronic medical records.
• Administered medications with monitoring Clients side effects and adverse affects, reported concerns to Supervisor or MD.
• Documented patient vitals, behaviors and conditions to communicate concerns to supervising RN and MD.
• Responded to patient requests with appropriate clinical and personal assistance.
• Assisted with admissions, appointments, transfers and discharges.
• Managed patient care through closely monitoring respiration, blood pressure and blood glucose levels.
• Documented accurate and complete patient information to address patient problems and expected outcomes.
• Obtained patient vital signs and input/output measurements from inpatients.
• Delivered updates in patient status to charge nurse, recording changes in medical records.
• Managed appointment calendar for scans, lab tests, and evaluations.
• Documented patient vitals, behaviors and conditions to communicate concerns to supervising RN and/or MD.
• Performed assessments CIWA and COWS. Familiar with KIPU.
• Monitored, tracked and conveyed important patient information to healthcare staff to help optimize treatment planning and care delivery.
• Answered incoming phone calls from patients to provide basic assistance and triage medical concerns.
• Performed functional assessments for admission and discharge.

• Charted changes in patient conditions and discussed concerns with supervising healthcare provider.
• Kept EHR updated with patients' vital statistics, tracking metrics and observations about behaviors or responses.
• Monitored infection control procedures to verify facility-wide health and safety.
• Observed strict confidentiality and safeguarded all patient-related information.
• Collected biological specimens and packaged for laboratory transport to complete diagnostic tests.
• Prevented drug interactions and contributed to correct diagnosis by recording patient health information, monitoring vitals and updating patient files.
• Collected and documented vital signs to track current patient conditions.
• Communicated concerns regarding clients' status, care and environment to nursing supervisors, clinical care supervisors and case managers.

• Obtained biological specimens for ordered tests and prepared for laboratory transport.
• Promoted good oral and personal hygiene by aiding patients with shaving, bathing and teeth brushing.
• Answered call lights and supported patient comfort and safety by adjusting bed rails and equipment.
• Facilitated personal hygiene management, feeding and ambulation.
• Provided care to patients throughout lifespan with consideration of aging processes, human development stages and culture.
• Transported patients between rooms and appointments or testing locations.

• Attended, participated and contributed to monthly staff meetings addressing resident needs.
• Assisted residents with daily dental and mouth care, bath functions and hair care.
• Assisted disabled clients to support independence and well-being.
• Assisted residents in preparing for activity and social programs.
• Promoted positive relations between residents and staff.

• Facilitated personal hygiene management, feeding and ambulation.
• Obtained biological specimens for ordered tests and prepared for laboratory transport.
• Reduced risks of patient infection and cross-contamination by cleaning and sterilizing equipment.
• Promoted good oral and personal hygiene by aiding patients with shaving, bathing and teeth brushing.
• Answered call lights and supported patient comfort and safety by adjusting bed rails and equipment.
• Participated in fun group activities with patients to boost mood, improve overall memory and provide light entertainment.