Licensed Practical Nurse
Maxium Home Care
Greensboro, North Carolina
09.2024 - 09.2025
- Facilitated communication between patients, family members, and healthcare professionals.
- Directed implementation of improved patient care and documentation methods and procedures to achieve quality objectives.
- Assembled and used catheters, tracheotomy tubes, and oxygen suppliers, G/J tube use and care. Treatments to include CPT, breathing treatments, and cough assist. Pt. It is total care.
- Maintained accurate patient records and documentation in compliance standards.
- Observed changes in patient's condition and reported any significant changes to the registered nurse or physician
- Monitored vital signs, fluid intake and output levels, glucose levels, and other medical test results, and reported to RN and/or physician.
- Collected and documented vital signs to track current patient conditions.
- Ensured that all clinical documentation is accurate and up-to-date in the electronic medical record system.
- Looked for physical, emotional, and symptomatic changes in patient condition and obtained necessary care for medical concerns.
- Delivered high-quality direct and indirect nursing care to patients.
- Worked as part of healthcare team to assess patient needs, plan and modify care and implement interventions.
- Charted changes in patient conditions and discussed concerns with supervising healthcare provider.
- Administered medications and therapies in accordance with physicians orders.
- Participated in quality improvement initiatives to enhance patient care outcomes.
- Sterilized medical equipment and supplies with germicides, sterilizers and autoclaves.
- Prevented drug interactions and contributed to correct diagnosis by recording patient health information, monitoring vitals and updating patient files.
- Assisted with admissions and discharges of patients from hospital units or long-term care facilities.
- Collected biological specimens and packaged for laboratory transport to complete diagnostic tests.
- Coordinated scheduling of follow-up appointments with primary care providers.
- Used sterile techniques to prepare patients for procedures.
- Provided direct patient care and support in home environments.