Amber Carpenter
Citronelle,AL
Summary
Dedicated Licensed Practical Nurse with a proven track record at Crowne Health Care of Citronelle, enhancing patient outcomes through expert medication administration and compassionate care. Skilled in clinical documentation and patient evaluations, my approach has significantly improved patient satisfaction. With experience in working with ICD coding and medical record submission resulting in proper reimbursements, patient and facility financial responsibilities have shown to decline in other healthcare settings. With this knowledge and experience I feel that I would excel in the fast-paced environment I currently work in while continuing to consistently deliver high quality care and education to patients and families.
Overview
11
11
years of professional experience
Work History
Licensed Practical Nurse
Crowne Health Care of Citronelle
07.2023 - 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.
- 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.
- Comforted and counseled patients and families throughout care process.
- Provided compassionate palliative care for terminally ill patients while supporting their emotional needs during end-of-life stages.
- Mentored new nursing staff to enhance professional development opportunities within the team dynamic.
- Collaborated with interdisciplinary team of healthcare and social service providers to address patients' needs through effective intervention and care planning.
- Educated patients and families on health promotion, disease prevention, and self-care management strategies.
- Monitored, tracked, and conveyed important patient information to healthcare staff to help optimize treatment planning and care delivery.
- Evaluated patients to identify and address wounds, behavioral concerns, and medically relevant symptoms.
- Obtained patient vital signs and input/output measurements from inpatients.
- Gathered lab specimens, ordered testing, and interpreted results to diagnose patients.
- Used aseptic techniques to provide sterilized wound care and dressing applications.
- Maintained a safe and therapeutic environment for patients through effective risk assessment and crisis intervention strategies.
- Delivered updates in patient status to charge nurse, recording changes in medical records.
- Offered immediate assistance in emergency and routine paging situations to evaluate needs and deliver care.
- Assisted with feeding and monitored intake to help patients achieve nutritional objectives.
- Assisted physicians with diagnostic testing and procedural support for optimal treatment decisions.
- Delivered culturally competent care that respected diverse patient populations'' unique values, beliefs, and traditions.
- Ensured regulatory compliance by adhering to infection control protocols and maintaining accurate documentation of patient data.
- Increased patient satisfaction scores by consistently delivering high-quality nursing care tailored to individual needs and preferences.
- Educated patients and caregivers on medical diagnoses, treatment options, chronic disease self-management and wound management.
- Answered incoming phone calls from patients to provide basic assistance and triage medical concerns.
- Promoted a culture of teamwork through active participation in unit meetings, performance improvement initiatives, and collaborative problem-solving efforts.
- Minimized staff and patient infection risk by cleaning and disinfecting equipment instruments.
- 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.
- Reduced hospital readmissions by providing thorough discharge planning and follow-up care coordination.
- Contributed to organizational success by participating in accreditation surveys, quality assurance programs, and ongoing staff education activities.
- Collaborated with interdisciplinary healthcare team members to develop individualized care plans for patients.
- Developed patient care plans to address individual needs, promoting faster recovery.
- Assisted in management of patient flow in busy settings, reducing wait times and improving efficiency.
- Administered medications to ensure adherence to treatment plans, improving health outcomes.
- Improved patient satisfaction with empathetic communication and timely response to needs.
- Contributed to quality improvement initiatives by providing feedback on care processes and patient experiences.
- Coordinated with pharmacy staff to ensure accurate medication dispensing, minimizing errors.
- Assisted in minor surgical procedures, enhancing patient comfort and supporting surgical team efficiency.
- Enhanced patient recovery by providing compassionate care and closely monitoring vital signs.
- Supported patients and families through education on home care procedures, enhancing post-discharge outcomes.
- Conducted regular patient assessments to identify changes in health status, enabling timely interventions.
- Collaborated with interdisciplinary healthcare teams to develop comprehensive care plans, optimizing patient outcomes.
- Maintained meticulous records of patient care, treatments, and progress, ensuring continuity of care.
- Monitored patient reactions to medications and treatments, quickly addressing adverse reactions.
- Facilitated patient education on disease management and prevention, empowering individuals towards healthier lifestyles.
- Advocated for patients' needs and preferences with healthcare providers, fostering patient-centered care.
- Led training sessions for new LPNs and nursing assistants, improving team competency and patient care standards.
- Streamlined medication administration processes, reducing wait times and increasing patient compliance.
- Implemented infection control protocols, significantly reducing incidence of hospital-acquired infections.
- Delivered wound care and managed dressings, preventing infections and promoting healing.
- Participated in community health programs, extending care beyond clinical setting and improving public health awareness.
- Monitored patient health conditions to report changes to assigned physician.
- Assessed patients' temperature, pulse, and blood pressure and recorded in electronic medical records.
- Reviewed patient history to verify conditions and current medications.
- Delivered emotional support to patients and families during challenging times.
- Responded to patient requests with appropriate clinical and personal assistance.
- Provided patient education on health care issues and prescribed medications.
- Evaluated patient histories, complaints, and current symptoms.
- Worked with multidisciplinary team to carry out successful treatment plans for diverse acute and chronic conditions.
- Clearly and thoroughly explained diagnoses, treatment options and procedures to patients and loved ones, checking in to verify understanding.
- Helped patients complete bathing, dressing and eating.
- Took samples to complete diagnostic and routine assessment tests.
- Developed and implemented individualized patient care plans.
- Helped long-term care residents with bathing, dressing, feeding, and other daily living activities.
- Coordinated patient transfers to other facilities.
- Provided diagnosis information, treatment possibilities, disease management tips and wound care advice to patients, loved ones and caregivers.
Licensed Practical Nurse
Washington County Board of Education
02.2022 - 07.2023
- Improved patient outcomes by administering medications, monitoring vital signs, and documenting relevant information.
- 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.
- 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.
- Collaborated with interdisciplinary team of healthcare and social service providers to address patients' needs through effective intervention and care planning.
- Educated patients and families on health promotion, disease prevention, and self-care management strategies.
- Monitored, tracked, and conveyed important patient information to healthcare staff to help optimize treatment planning and care delivery.
- Evaluated patients to identify and address wounds, behavioral concerns, and medically relevant symptoms.
- Offered immediate assistance in emergency and routine paging situations to evaluate needs and deliver care.
- Ensured regulatory compliance by adhering to infection control protocols and maintaining accurate documentation of patient data.
- Educated patients and caregivers on medical diagnoses, treatment options, chronic disease self-management and wound management.
- Answered incoming phone calls from patients to provide basic assistance and triage medical concerns.
- Minimized staff and patient infection risk by cleaning and disinfecting equipment instruments.
Licensed Practical Nurse
Mobile County Public School System
01.2019 - 02.2022
- Documented accurate and complete patient information to address patient problems and expected outcomes.
- Adapted quickly to changing patient needs, adjusting care plans accordingly to ensure optimal outcomes in diverse clinical scenarios.
- Collaborated with interdisciplinary team of healthcare and social service providers to address patients' needs through effective intervention and care planning.
- Evaluated patients to identify and address wounds, behavioral concerns, and medically relevant symptoms.
- Used aseptic techniques to provide sterilized wound care and dressing applications.
- Maintained a safe and therapeutic environment for patients through effective risk assessment and crisis intervention strategies.
- Offered immediate assistance in emergency and routine paging situations to evaluate needs and deliver care.
- Delivered culturally competent care that respected diverse patient populations'' unique values, beliefs, and traditions.
- Educated patients and caregivers on medical diagnoses, treatment options, chronic disease self-management and wound management.
- Answered incoming phone calls from patients to provide basic assistance and triage medical concerns.
- Minimized staff and patient infection risk by cleaning and disinfecting equipment instruments.
- 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.
- Assisted in management of patient flow in busy settings, reducing wait times and improving efficiency.
- Administered medications to ensure adherence to treatment plans, improving health outcomes.
Licensed Practical Nurse
USA University Hospital
08.2016 - 12.2018
- Collaborated with interdisciplinary healthcare teams to ensure continuous quality improvement in patient care delivery.
- Facilitated efficient communication between patients, families, and healthcare providers to promote continuity of care across settings.
- Collaborated with interdisciplinary team of healthcare and social service providers to address patients' needs through effective intervention and care planning.
- Collaborated with interdisciplinary team regarding diagnostic coding of medical records using ICD-9 and transitioning to ICD-10 coding to properly submit medical documentation to obtain prior authorization for diagnostic imaging, interventional radiology procedures, cyberknife treatments, Chemotheraphy, radiation treatments, etc.
Licensed Practical Nurse
Gulf Coast Health and Rehab of Citronelle
12.2014 - 05.2016
- 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.
- Facilitated efficient communication between patients, families, and healthcare providers to promote continuity of care across settings.
- Performed routine evaluations of each patient's status, needs, and preferences.
Licensed Practical Nurse
Springhill Home Health and Hospice
10.2014 - 12.2015
- Cared for wounds, provided treatments, and assisted with procedures.
- Collaborated with interdisciplinary healthcare teams to ensure continuous quality improvement in patient care delivery.
- 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.
- Provided compassionate palliative care for terminally ill patients while supporting their emotional needs during end-of-life stages.
Licensed Practical Nurse
Crowne Health Care of Mobile
04.2014 - 12.2014
- Improved patient outcomes by administering medications, monitoring vital signs, and documenting relevant information.
- Cared for wounds, provided treatments, and assisted with procedures.
- Documented accurate and complete patient information to address patient problems and expected outcomes.
- Managed time-sensitive tasks effectively under pressure while maintaining composure during critical situations or emergencies.
- Educated patients and families on health promotion, disease prevention, and self-care management strategies.
- Monitored, tracked, and conveyed important patient information to healthcare staff to help optimize treatment planning and care delivery.
- Evaluated patients to identify and address wounds, behavioral concerns, and medically relevant symptoms.
- Offered immediate assistance in emergency and routine paging situations to evaluate needs and deliver care.
Education
Certificate of Technical Studies - Nursing Sciences
Bishop State Community College
Mobile, AL12-2013
Skills
- Medication administration
- Direct patient care
- Vital signs monitoring
- HIPAA compliance
- Wound care
- Compassionate care
- Physical assessment
- Clinical documentation
- Geriatric care
- Vital signs
- Patient assessments
- Documentation accuracy
- Medication dispensing
- Diabetes management
- Infection control
- Family communication
- Health education
- Patient evaluations
- EMR / EHR
- Emergency response
- Patient relationship building
- Care planning
- Healthcare software proficiency
- Caregiving skills
- Transcribing orders
- Palliative care
- Staff supervision
- Chronic disease management
- Mental health support
- Medical records management
- Indirect patient care
- Home health care
- Case management
- Maintaining nutrition
- Clinical judgment
- Patient care
- Catheter care
- Documenting intake
- Breathing treatments
- Patient triaging
- ADL assistance
- Patient intake
- Preventive care
- Pulse oximetry tracking
- Patient management
- Behavioral assessment
- Rehabilitation techniques
- Inpatient care
- Verbal and written communication
- Medication reconciliation
- End-of-life care
- Pain management
- Quality assurance
- Anatomy
- Documenting incidents
- Licensed practical nurse
- Multi-State licensed practical nurse
- Biomedical hazard disposal
- Tracking symptoms
- Multi-tasking and prioritization
- Caring for wounds
- HIPAA protocols
- Psychotropic medications
- Empathetic and compassionate
- Counting narcotics
- Tuberculosis testing
- Cultural competence
- Charting and recording
- Educating families
- Certified in CPR/AED
Timeline
Licensed Practical Nurse
Crowne Health Care of Citronelle
07.2023 - Current
Licensed Practical Nurse
Washington County Board of Education
02.2022 - 07.2023
Licensed Practical Nurse
Mobile County Public School System
01.2019 - 02.2022
Licensed Practical Nurse
USA University Hospital
08.2016 - 12.2018
Licensed Practical Nurse
Gulf Coast Health and Rehab of Citronelle
12.2014 - 05.2016
Licensed Practical Nurse
Springhill Home Health and Hospice
10.2014 - 12.2015
Licensed Practical Nurse
Crowne Health Care of Mobile
04.2014 - 12.2014
Certificate of Technical Studies - Nursing Sciences
Bishop State Community College
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