Adrienne Williams
Sacramento,CA
Summary
Dedicated LVN with extensive experience at Greenhaven Health And Rehabilitation Center, excelling in patient care and medication administration. Proven ability to implement effective treatment plans and educate families, while ensuring HIPAA compliance. Strong clinical judgment and commitment to infection control foster a safe environment for patients and staff alike.
Proficient and caring nursing team member offering outstanding patient-facing experience. Adept at addressing patient needs with compassionate care and attention to detail. Diligent about maximizing satisfaction, safety, and wellness while serving patients of all backgrounds.
[State]-Licensed Vocational Nurse with proven expertise in managing total nursing care and administering prescribed medications and treatments according to approved nursing techniques. Assists in delivery of patient care through nursing process of assessment, planning, implementation, and evaluation. Demonstrated competency directing and guiding patient teaching and activities to promote individual treatment programs.
Well-qualified medical professional with experience triaging patients, capturing information and completing basic procedures such as wound care. Excellent communication, prioritization, and multitasking abilities with sound judgment and compassionate nature. Background in clinic and hospital environments.
Dependable healthcare team member with sound judgment, excellent clinical abilities, and smooth bedside manner. Track and chart vitals and other markers to help patients, support team treatment goals and boost outcomes. Exceptional approach in [Type] patient support.
Healthcare professional with well-rounded skill set in patient care and medical support. Recognized for adeptly handling patient assessments and providing consistent, high-quality care. Known for fostering team collaboration and adaptability to changing healthcare environments, ensuring seamless patient experiences and outcomes.
Overview
21
21
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
LVN/Unit Manager
Greenhaven Health And Rehabilitation Center
07.2024 - Current
- Responded to patient requests with appropriate clinical and personal assistance.
- Cared for wounds, provided treatments, and assisted with procedures.
- Assessed patients' temperature, pulse, and blood pressure and recorded in electronic medical records.
- Assisted with admissions, appointments, transfers, and discharges.
- Administered controlled narcotics, inserted IVs, and performed catheterizations.
- Safeguarded patient confidentiality by adhering to HIPAA regulations and maintaining secure medical records.
- Educated family members on proper caregiving techniques, alleviating stressors associated with caring for loved ones at home.
- Strengthened infection control measures by strictly following hand hygiene protocols and utilizing personal protective equipment when necessary.
- Facilitated effective communication between patients, families, and healthcare providers to ensure continuity of care during transitions between facilities or levels of care.
- Answered incoming phone calls from patients to provide basic assistance and triage medical concerns.
- Offered immediate assistance in emergency and routine paging situations to evaluate needs and deliver care.
- Administered medications and injections to patients.
- Monitored patient health conditions to report changes to assigned physician.
- Helped long-term care residents with bathing, dressing, feeding, and other daily living activities.
- Developed and implemented individualized patient care plans.
- Handled complaints from patients and families and immediately took steps for quick resolution and to prevent reoccurrence.
- Coordinated nursing with other services to promote continuity of total regimen of care.
LVN Charge Nurse
City Creek Post Acute
10.2019 - 02.2025
- Worked with multidisciplinary team to carry out successful treatment plans for diverse acute and chronic conditions.
- Documented patient vitals, behaviors, and conditions to communicate concerns to supervising nurse.
- Took samples to complete diagnostic and routine assessment tests.
- Protected patients and healthcare team members from infection by sterilizing equipment and reusable supplies.
- Oversaw patient conditions, administered medicine, performed interventions and took detailed records.
- Facilitated smooth transitions between shifts through efficient handoff reports that highlighted critical information for incoming nurses.
LVN Charge Nurse/Supervisor
Saint Claire's Nursing Center
08.2004 - 09.2019
- Managed patient care through closely monitoring respiration, blood pressure, and blood glucose levels.
- Gathered lab specimens, ordered testing, and interpreted results to diagnose patients.
- Documented accurate and complete patient information to address patient problems and expected outcomes.
- Collaborated with interdisciplinary team of healthcare and social service providers to address patients' needs through effective intervention and care planning.
- Used aseptic techniques to provide sterilized wound care and dressing applications.
- Advocated for patients'' needs effectively, working closely with healthcare providers to develop and implement appropriate care plans.
- Prevented medication errors by meticulously reviewing physician orders and administering medications as prescribed.
- Assisted physicians during examinations and procedures, ensuring safe practices were maintained throughout each encounter.
- Fostered a positive work environment by collaborating with colleagues, sharing knowledge, and mentoring new nursing staff members.
Education
No Degree - Nursing
Indiana State University
Terre Haute, INNo Degree - Nursing
Sacramento City College
Sacramento, CAAssociate of Science - Science, Math, & Engineering
Sacramento City College
Sacramento, CAAssociate of Science - Sociology
Sacramento City College
Sacramento, CANo Degree - General Education
Calif State University, Sacramento
Sacramento, CASkills
- Anatomy
- Clinical judgment
- Vital signs monitoring
- Patient care
- Medication administration
- Patient education
- Infection control
- Treatment plan implementation
- HIPAA compliance
- Patient assessment
Certification
IV Certification
Adult CPR/AED
Timeline
LVN/Unit Manager
Greenhaven Health And Rehabilitation Center
07.2024 - Current
LVN Charge Nurse
City Creek Post Acute
10.2019 - 02.2025
LVN Charge Nurse/Supervisor
Saint Claire's Nursing Center
08.2004 - 09.2019
No Degree - Nursing
Indiana State University
No Degree - Nursing
Sacramento City College
Associate of Science - Science, Math, & Engineering
Sacramento City College
Associate of Science - Sociology
Sacramento City College
No Degree - General Education
Calif State University, Sacramento
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