Adam Quimby
North Adams,MA
Summary
Skilled Licensed Practical Nurse offering 8+ years of experience in the field. Knowledgeable about assisting with non-invasive procedures, performing respiratory treatments, medication administration, IV management and wound care. Strong documentation skills and a firm grasp of compliance requirements. Vocal patient advocate and compassionate caregiver with excellent bedside manner. Team player and extremely hard worker.
Overview
6
6
years of professional experience
Work History
LPN
Manice Education Center
04.2021 - 08.2021
- Conducted thorough patient assessments to identify medical needs and develop appropriate treatment plans.
- Reviewed patient history to verify conditions and current medications.
- Utilized time management skills to prioritize tasks effectively, allowing for efficient completion of daily responsibilities.
- Maintained accurate documentation of all relevant clinical data, ensuring compliance with regulatory standards.
- Implemented infection control measures, ensuring a clean and safe environment for patients and staff.
LPN
Springside Rehabilitation $ Skilled Nursing Care
01.2021 - 05.2021
- Managed patient care through closely monitoring respiration, blood pressure, and blood glucose levels.
- Assisted with admissions, appointments, transfers, and discharges.
- Performed wound care treatments using sterile techniques, promoting healing and preventing complications.
- Demonstrated adaptability in working with diverse patient populations across various healthcare settings.
- Assisted with feeding and monitored intake to help patients achieve nutritional objectives.
- Administered medications and injections to patients.
- Protected patients and healthcare team members from infection by sterilizing equipment and reusable supplies.
LPN
Berkshire Family And Individual Resources
12.2020 - 02.2021
- Obtained patient vital signs and input/output measurements from inpatients.
- Adhered to treatment plan instructions when administering medications and treatments to patients.
- Documented accurate and complete patient information to address patient problems and expected outcomes.
- Demonstrated adaptability in working with diverse patient populations across various healthcare settings.
- Assisted with feeding and monitored intake to help patients achieve nutritional objectives.
- Minimized staff and patient infection risk by cleaning and disinfecting equipment instruments.
- Administered medications and injections to patients.
- Helped patients complete bathing, dressing and eating.
LPN
Spectrum Health Systems, Inc.
01.2020 - 12.2020
- Maintained accurate documentation of all relevant clinical data, ensuring compliance with regulatory standards.
- Assisted with admissions, appointments, transfers, and discharges.
- Performed routine evaluations of each patient's status, needs, and preferences.
- Enhanced patient satisfaction levels through effective communication and empathetic listening skills.
- Answered incoming phone calls from patients to provide basic assistance and triage medical concerns.
- Educated patients and caregivers on medical diagnoses, treatment options, chronic disease self-management and wound management.
- Gathered lab specimens, ordered testing, and interpreted results to diagnose patients.
- Increased nursing team cohesiveness through active participation in staff meetings and open communication with colleagues.
- Built meaningful relationships with patients and families for optimal care.
- Administered medications accurately, adhering to strict protocols and safety guidelines.
- Observed and assessed patients to identify concerning symptoms.
- Improved patient satisfaction by delivering high-quality care and addressing individual needs.
LPN
Williamstown Commons Nursing & Rehabilitation Center
10.2015 - 09.2019
- Utilized time management skills to prioritize tasks effectively, allowing for efficient completion of daily responsibilities.
- Maintained accurate documentation of all relevant clinical data, ensuring compliance with regulatory standards.
- Assisted with admissions, appointments, transfers, and discharges.
- Adhered to treatment plan instructions when administering medications and treatments to patients.
- Cared for wounds, provided treatments, and assisted with procedures.
- Provided emotional support to patients and families during difficult times, fostering positive relationships built on trust and compassion.
- Accurately recorded interactions in medical charts, documenting accidents and interventions applied.
- Provided compassionate end-of-life care, ensuring that patients were comfortable and families felt supported during the process.
- Assisted with feeding and monitored intake to help patients achieve nutritional objectives.
- Administered medications and injections to patients.
- Helped long-term care residents with bathing, dressing, feeding, and other daily living activities.
- Clearly and thoroughly explained diagnoses, treatment options and procedures to patients and loved ones, checking in to verify understanding.
Education
LPN - Practical Nursing
McCann Technical School
North Adams, MA10.2015
High School Diploma -
Drury High School
North Adams, MA1997
Skills
- Vital signs monitoring
- Medical Documentation
- Geriatric Nursing
- Catheter Care
- Diabetes management
- End of life care
- Medication Administration
- Wound Care
- Intravenous Medications
- Responsible and Dependable
- Activities of Daily Living ADLs
- Dementia Knowledge and Care
- Certified in CPR/AED
- Inpatient Care
- Transcribing orders
- Geriatric Care
- Nursing Ethics
- Adaptable and Flexible
- Attention to Detail
- Strong Clinical Judgment
- Patient Positioning and Transporting
Timeline
LPN
Manice Education Center
04.2021 - 08.2021
LPN
Springside Rehabilitation $ Skilled Nursing Care
01.2021 - 05.2021
LPN
Berkshire Family And Individual Resources
12.2020 - 02.2021
LPN
Spectrum Health Systems, Inc.
01.2020 - 12.2020
LPN
Williamstown Commons Nursing & Rehabilitation Center
10.2015 - 09.2019
LPN - Practical Nursing
McCann Technical School
High School Diploma -
Drury High School