Accomplished Licensed Practical Nurse with a proven track record at Davis Place, enhancing patient outcomes through expert wound care and medication administration. Demonstrates exceptional clinical judgment and geriatric care, significantly improving recovery processes. Skilled in EMR/EHR, fostering efficient patient data management. Adept at mentoring staff, showcasing leadership and a commitment to continuous quality improvement in healthcare delivery.
Overview
16
16
years of professional experience
Work History
Licensed Practical Nurse
Davis Place
08.2008 - Current
Improved patient outcomes by administering medications, monitoring vital signs, and documenting relevant information.
Cared for wounds, provided treatments, and assisted with procedures.
Assisted with admissions, appointments, transfers, and discharges.
Collaborated with interdisciplinary healthcare teams to ensure continuous quality improvement in patient care delivery.
Documented accurate and complete patient information to address patient problems and expected outcomes.
Demonstrated excellent technical skills in wound dressing changes, IV therapy administration, catheter insertion, and other routine nursing procedures.
Managed patient care through closely monitoring respiration, blood pressure, and blood glucose levels.
Facilitated efficient communication between patients, families, and healthcare providers to promote continuity of care across settings.
Managed time-sensitive tasks effectively under pressure while maintaining composure during critical situations or emergencies.
Obtained patient vital signs and input/output measurements from inpatients.
Performed routine evaluations of each patient's status, needs, and preferences.
Adapted quickly to changing patient needs, adjusting care plans accordingly to ensure optimal outcomes in diverse clinical scenarios.
Administered controlled narcotics, inserted IVs, and performed catheterizations.
Mentored new nursing staff to enhance professional development opportunities within the team dynamic.
Educated patients and caregivers on medical diagnoses, treatment options, chronic disease self-management and wound management.
Licensed Practical Nurse
Country Livings at Westview Care
07.2021 - 06.2024
Educated patients and caregivers on medical diagnoses, treatment options, chronic disease self-management and wound management.
Evaluated patients to identify and address wounds, behavioral concerns, and medically relevant symptoms.
Monitored, tracked, and conveyed important patient information to healthcare staff to help optimize treatment planning and care delivery.
Enhanced patient care by performing comprehensive assessments and developing individualized care plans.
Streamlined nursing processes by implementing evidence-based practices that improved clinical workflow efficiency.
Coordinated with pharmacy staff to ensure accurate medication dispensing, minimizing errors.
Developed patient care plans to address individual needs, promoting faster recovery.
Administered medications to ensure adherence to treatment plans, improving health outcomes.
Enhanced patient recovery by providing compassionate care and closely monitoring vital signs.
Improved patient outcomes by administering medications, monitoring vital signs, and documenting relevant information.
Cared for wounds, provided treatments, and assisted with procedures.