Amy Keigley
Nevada
Summary
Seasoned LPN Charge Nurse with considerable experience in providing primary patient care and managing nursing staff. Known for strong leadership skills, proficiency in patient assessment, and ability to develop effective care plans. Demonstrated success in fostering a collaborative, team-oriented environment that enhances patient satisfaction and outcomes.
Overview
12
12
years of professional experience
1
1
year of post-secondary education
Work History
LPN Charge Nurse
Bethany Life
Story City
02.2021 - Current
- Supervised nursing staff to ensure quality patient care and adherence to protocols.
- Coordinated patient admissions, discharges, and transfers within the facility.
- Monitored patient vitals and reported changes to physicians and nursing teams.
- Administered medications and treatments according to physician orders and facility policies.
- Trained new nursing staff on procedures, safety protocols, and best practices.
- Administered medications in accordance with policies and legal limitations.
- Assessed patients' health conditions and monitored changes in their condition.
- Responded promptly to emergency situations as needed.
- Ensured all safety protocols were followed during patient care.
- Observed and reported changes in condition of patients and signs and symptoms of deviations from normal health status.
- Supervised the activities of other nursing staff members and provided guidance when necessary.
- Documented adverse patient reactions to medications and reported findings to supervisors.
- Communicated effectively with patients, families, colleagues, and other healthcare professionals.
- 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.
CNA
Story County Medical Center
Nevada
07.2013 - 02.2023
- Provided compassionate care to patients in diverse healthcare settings.
- Assisted with daily living activities and personal hygiene for patients.
- Monitored vital signs and reported changes to nursing staff promptly.
- Maintained a clean, safe environment for the patient by adhering to infection control policies and procedures.
- Assisted patients in ambulation and transfers using proper body mechanics.
- Observed patients for any physical or emotional changes, reported findings to medical staff immediately.
- Provided emotional support to family members during difficult times.
Education
Practical Nurse - Practical Nursing
Des Moines Area Community College
Boone, IA 01.2020 - 12.2020
Skills
- Patient assessment
- Medication administration
- Care coordination
- Emergency response
Timeline
LPN Charge Nurse
Bethany Life
02.2021 - Current
Practical Nurse - Practical Nursing
Des Moines Area Community College
01.2020 - 12.2020
CNA
Story County Medical Center
07.2013 - 02.2023
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