Amber Meyer
215 7th Ave SE Belmond ,Ia
Summary
Dedicated Licensed Practical Nurse with proven expertise in patient care, demonstrated during a rewarding tenure at Mason City Clinic. Excels in clinical documentation and compassionate care, significantly enhancing patient outcomes. Skilled in geriatric and pediatric care, adept at fostering patient and family communication. Achieves optimal results through effective teamwork and meticulous attention to detail.
Overview
11
11
years of professional experience
Work History
Licensed Practical Nurse
Mason City Clinic
Mason City, Iowa
02.2016 - Current
- Looked for physical, emotional, and symptomatic changes in patient condition and obtained necessary care for medical concerns.
- Facilitated communication between patients, family members, and healthcare professionals.
- Observed strict confidentiality and safeguarded all patient-related information.
- Answered patient calls, identified issues and determined how best to provide assistance within parameters established by facility and supervisor.
- Worked as part of healthcare team to assess patient needs, plan and modify care and implement interventions.
- Communicated concerns regarding patients' status, care and environment to nursing supervisors, clinical care supervisors and case managers.
- Provided patient care in accordance with physicians' orders and nursing standards of practice.
- Used sterile techniques to prepare patients for procedures.
- Administered medications and treatments according to established protocols.
- Documented patient medical histories, current symptoms and vitals.
- Adhered to facility policies and procedures while providing quality nursing care.
- Collected biological samples for routine laboratory testing to assist diagnostic processes.
- Provided pre- and post-operative nursing care.
- Managed emergency situations promptly according to established protocols.
- Addressed patient care needs, collected vitals, dressed wounds and managed catheters.
- Facilitated referrals for specialty services when necessary.
- Educated clients, patients and caregivers on medical diagnoses, treatment options, chronic disease self-management and wound management.
- Prepared patients for examinations, tests or treatments and explained procedures.
- Communicated effectively with patients and loved ones to explain diagnoses, treatment options and procedures.
- Ensured that all clinical documentation is accurate, and up to date in the electronic medical record system.
- Sterilized medical equipment and supplies with germicides, sterilizers and autoclaves.
Licensed Practical Nurse
Universal Pediatrics
Urbandale, Iowa
09.2013 - 12.2018
- Monitored vital signs, fluid intake and output levels, glucose levels, and other medical tests results.
- Looked for physical, emotional, and symptomatic changes in patient condition and obtained necessary care for medical concerns.
- Facilitated communication between patients, family members, and healthcare professionals.
- Observed strict confidentiality and safeguarded all patient-related information.
- Worked as part of healthcare team to assess patient needs, plan and modify care and implement interventions.
- Provided patient care in accordance with physicians' orders and nursing standards of practice.
- Performed triage to maximum team productivity and effectiveness.
- Collected and documented vital signs to track current patient conditions.
- Used sterile techniques to prepare patients for procedures.
- Administered medications and therapies in accordance with physicians orders.
- Communicated concerns regarding patients' status, care and environment to nursing supervisors, clinical care supervisors and case managers.
- Instructed patients on proper use of equipment such as wheelchairs or walkers.
- Administered medications and treatments according to established protocols.
- Assessed patient complaints accurately and provided appropriate interventions.
- Documented patient medical histories, current symptoms and vitals.
- Assembled and used catheters, tracheotomy tubes or oxygen suppliers.
- Monitored patient's respiration activity, blood pressure and blood glucose levels in response to medical administration.
- Addressed patient care needs, collected vitals, dressed wounds and managed catheters.
- Managed patient records, ensuring confidentiality and compliance with healthcare regulations.
- Administered prescribed medications or started intravenous fluids, noting times and amounts on patient charts.
- Answered patient and family questions to educate on optimal treatment procedures.
- Prepared or examined food trays for conformance to prescribed diet.
- Assisted patients with personal hygiene activities such as bathing, dressing, eating, grooming, and toileting needs.
- Participated in quality improvement initiatives to enhance patient care outcomes.
- Worked with social workers, physical therapists and speech therapists to assess patient needs, plan and adjust plans of care and actualize nursing interventions to promote and restore patient health.
Education
Licensed Practical Nurse - Licensed Practical Nurse
North Iowa Area Community College
Mason City, IA05-2012
Associate of General Studies - General
Belmond Klemme High School
Belmond, IA05-2002
Skills
- Pulse oximetry tracking
- Samples collection
- Caring for wounds
- Geriatric care
- Clinical documentation
- Infection control
- Home health care
- Patient care
- Charting and recording
- EMR / EHR
- Writing reports
- Health education
- Multi-tasking and prioritization
- Direct patient care
- HIPAA compliance
- Pediatric care
- Documentation accuracy
- Medication dispensing
- Athena EMR software
- Compassionate care
- Breathing treatments
- End-of-life care
- Patient triaging
- Documenting intake
- Preoperative care
- Patient assessments
- Verbal and written communication
- Family communication
- Patient evaluations
- Wound care
- Biomedical hazard disposal
- ADL assistance
- Catheter care
Timeline
Licensed Practical Nurse
Mason City Clinic
02.2016 - Current
Licensed Practical Nurse
Universal Pediatrics
09.2013 - 12.2018
Licensed Practical Nurse - Licensed Practical Nurse
North Iowa Area Community College
Associate of General Studies - General
Belmond Klemme High School
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