Dedicated and compassionate Licensed Practical Nurse with extensive experience in Oncology Nursing and Medical Surgical Nursing. Demonstrates meticulous attention to detail and accuracy, strong follow-through, and administrative skills. Able to maintain composure and make accurate decisions in fast-paced, unpredictable, and stressful environments. Proven history of seamlessly interfacing with doctors, specialized support services, patients, and visiting families. Experienced LPN proficient in performing triage, collecting intake information, patient care, chemotherapy administration, and symptom management. Excellent communicator with an organized nature and strong prioritization and multitasking skills. Possesses sound judgment, a caring nature, and a superior work ethic. Talented Licensed Practical Nurse with over 23 years of healthcare experience. Well-versed in documentation, recordkeeping, HIPAA, and compliance requirements.
Overview
23
23
years of professional experience
Work History
Licensed Practical Nurse Case Manager
American Oncology Network
05.2021 - Current
Evaluated patient histories, complaints, and current symptoms.
Provided patient education on health care issues and prescribed medications.
Reviewed patient history to verify conditions and current medications.
Delivered emotional support to patients and families during challenging times.
Worked with multidisciplinary team to carry out successful treatment plans for diverse acute and chronic conditions.
Monitored patient health conditions to report changes to assigned physician.
Responds to patient alarms and needs-assessment requests to identify course of treatment.
Documented patient intake information, including medical histories, current symptoms and vitals such as height and weight.
Triage patients by phone and provided general assistance for basic and advanced needs.
Researched and studied client diagnoses to identify care needs, effectively contributed to nursing plan developments and facilitated patient education.
Educated clients, patients and caregivers on medical diagnoses, treatment options, chronic disease self-management and chemotherapy side effects management
Evaluated patient status and re-assessed clients' nursing needs frequently
Delivered high-quality direct and indirect nursing care to up to 36 patients per day.
Observed, charted and reported developments in patient health condition .
Counseled clients, patients and families and provided emotional and psycho social support.
Answered patient and family questions to educate on optimal treatment procedures.
Used sterile techniques, including accessing mediport
Prevented drug interactions and contributed to correct diagnosis by recording patient health information, monitoring vitals and updating patient files with Onco EMR
Communicated concerns regarding clients' status, care and environment to nursing supervisors, and doctor's
Collected and documented vital signs to track current patient conditions.
Examined and addressed physical symptoms in need of further attention.
Triaged patients by phone and provided general assistance for basic and advanced needs.
Assisted Florida Cancer Specialists Clinics on the CM Refill team
Assisted with FCS clinics with refills from a remote position
Performed routine evaluations of each patient's status, needs, and preferences.
Educated patients and caregivers on medical diagnoses, treatment options, chronic disease self-management and wound management.
Collaborated with interdisciplinary team of healthcare and social service providers to address patients' needs through effective intervention and care planning.
Comforted and counseled patients and families throughout care process.
Answered incoming phone calls from patients to provide basic assistance and triage medical concerns.
Monitored, tracked, and conveyed important patient information to healthcare staff to help optimize treatment planning and care delivery.
Provided diagnosis information, treatment possibilities, disease management tips and wound care advice to patients, loved ones and caregivers.
Reviewed patient history to verify conditions and current medications.
Responded to patient requests with appropriate clinical and personal assistance.
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.
Provided patient education on health care issues and prescribed medications.
Delivered emotional support to patients and families during challenging times.
Evaluated patient histories, complaints, and current symptoms.
Licensed Practical Nurse
HCA Doctor's Hospital
09.2004 - 07.2007
Monitored patient's respiration activity, blood pressure and blood glucose levels in response to medical administration.
Collected and documented vital signs to track current patient conditions.
Researched and studied client diagnoses to identify care needs, effectively contributed to nursing plan developments and facilitated patient education.
Responded to patient alarms and needs-assessment requests to identify course of treatment.
Worked with healthcare team, including 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.
Documented patient intake and dietary requirements and assisted with feeding.
Answered patient and family questions to educate on optimal treatment procedures.
Educated clients, patients and caregivers on medical diagnoses, treatment options, chronic disease self-management and wound management.
Evaluated patient status and re-assessed clients' nursing needs
Examined and addressed lacerations, contusions and other physical symptoms in need of further attention.
Guaranteed exceptional care quality by correctly administering medication, inserting and caring for catheters, dressing and changing wounds and assisting with personal hygiene.
Promoted patient satisfaction by assisting with daily living needs such as bathing, dressing, toileting and exercising.
Used sterile techniques, including inserting catheters , accessed medi port to prepare patients for procedures.
Collected biological specimens and packaged for laboratory transport to complete important diagnostic tests.
Documented patient intake information, including medical histories, current symptoms and vitals such as height and weight.
Communicated concerns regarding clients' status, care and environment to nursing supervisors, clinical care supervisors and case managers.
Delivered high-quality direct and indirect nursing care to up to 20 patients per day.
Administered patient care to patients by initiating preventative and rehabilitative interventions, assisting patients with activities of daily living (ADL), positioning, mobilization and personal hygiene support.
Followed rehabilitation and treatment care plans to accelerate patient recovery, minimize pain and optimize patient outcomes.
Licensed Practical Nurse
Peace River Medical Center
05.2003 - 07.2007
Answered patient and family questions to educate on optimal treatment procedures.
Counseled clients, patients and families and provided emotional and psychosocial support.
Managed wound care, gave respiratory treatments and helped with non-invasive procedures.
Prevented drug interactions and contributed to correct diagnosis by recording patient health information, monitoring vitals and updating patient files
Cleaned and sterilized instruments and equipment to protect staff and patients from infection risk.
Collected biological specimens and packaged for laboratory transport to complete important diagnostic tests.
Responded to patient alarms and needs-assessment requests to identify course of treatment.
Used sterile techniques, including catheterization, Ng tube placement to prepare patients for procedures.
Documented patient intake information, including medical histories, current symptoms and vitals such as height and weight.
Researched and studied client diagnoses to identify care needs, effectively contributed to nursing plan developments and facilitated patient education.
Delivered high-quality direct and indirect nursing care to up to 10 patients per day.
Educated clients, patients and caregivers on medical diagnoses, treatment options, chronic disease self-management and wound management.
Documented patient intake and dietary requirements and assisted with feeding.
Worked with healthcare team, including 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.
Promoted patient satisfaction by assisting with daily living needs such as bathing, dressing, toileting and exercising.
Monitored patient's respiration activity, blood pressure and blood glucose levels in response to medical administration.
Cleaned and sanitized rooms and equipment using aseptic technique to prevent infection and cross-contamination.
Administered patient care to medical/ surgical patients by initiating preventative and rehabilitative interventions, assisting patients with activities of daily living (ADL), positioning, mobilization and personal hygiene support.
Examined and addressed lacerations, contusions and other physical symptoms in need of further attention.
Guaranteed exceptional care quality by correctly administering medication, inserting and caring for catheters, dressing and changing wounds and assisting with personal hygiene.
Followed rehabilitation and treatment care plans to accelerate patient recovery, minimize pain and optimize patient outcomes.
Observed, charted and reported developments in patient health condition
Evaluated patient status and re-assessed clients' nursing needs
Collected and documented vital signs to track current patient conditions.
Started, monitored and managed intravenous medication to patient
Licensed Practical Nurse
Sarasota Memorial Health Care System
08.2001 - 05.2003
Catheterization, ADL ,and reported developments in patient health condition .
Educated clients, patients and caregivers on medical diagnoses, treatment options, chronic disease self-management and wound management.
Communicated concerns regarding clients' status, care and environment to nursing supervisors, clinical care supervisors and case managers.
Evaluated patient status and re-assessed clients' nursing needs every hour .
Answered patient and family questions to educate on optimal treatment procedures.
Documented patient intake information, including medical histories, current symptoms and vitals such as height and weight.
Promoted patient satisfaction by assisting with daily living needs such as bathing, dressing, toileting and exercising.
Followed rehabilitation and treatment care plans to accelerate patient recovery, minimize pain and optimize patient outcomes.
Education
Licensed Practical Nurse - Practical Nursing
Charlotte County Technical College
Port Charlotte, FL
05.2001
High School Diploma -
Venice High School
Venice, FL
05.1996
Skills
Florida Multistate Licensed Practical Nurse
Nevada Licensure by Endorsement
Michigan Licensure by Endorsement
Patient triaging
Multi-tasking and prioritization
Assisting physicians
Educating families
Tracking symptoms
Documenting incidents
Iv Certification
Empathetic and compassionate
Strong clinical judgment
Flow sheet charting skillfulness
Clinical issues understanding
CPR and BLS certified
Sound decision-making
Clinical judgment
Care Coordination
HIPAA Compliance
Compassionate Care
Quality Improvement
Assessment skills
Patient Care Coordination
Timeline
Licensed Practical Nurse Case Manager
American Oncology Network
05.2021 - Current
Licensed Practical Nurse, LPN Care Manager
Florida Cancer Specialists & Research Institute
07.2007 - 05.2021
Licensed Practical Nurse
HCA Doctor's Hospital
09.2004 - 07.2007
Licensed Practical Nurse
Peace River Medical Center
05.2003 - 07.2007
Licensed Practical Nurse
Sarasota Memorial Health Care System
08.2001 - 05.2003
Licensed Practical Nurse - Practical Nursing
Charlotte County Technical College
High School Diploma -
Venice High School
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