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Amy McConnell

San Tan Valley,AZ

Summary

Dedicated and compassionate Licensed Practical Nurse with extensive experience . Meticulous regard for detail and accuracy with strong follow-through and administrative skills. Maintains composure and makes accurate decisions in fast-paced, unpredictable and stressful environments. History of interfacing seamlessly with doctors, specialized support services, patients and visiting families.

Overview

15
15
years of professional experience

Work History

LPN

Premier Asthma & Allergy
Dublin, OH
09.2023 - 07.2024
  • Promoted culture of safety for patients and employees through proper identification, reporting documentation and prevention.
  • Managed patient records, ensuring confidentiality and compliance with healthcare regulations.
  • Prepared patients for examinations, tests or treatments and explained procedures.
  • Delivered high-quality direct and indirect nursing care to patients.
  • Documented patient medical histories, current symptoms and vitals.
  • Worked as part of healthcare team to assess patient needs, plan and modify care and implement interventions.

LPN

Alex Colque Plastic Surgery
Waukesha, WI
02.2022 - 07.2023
  • Assisted physicians with patient care by taking vital signs, administering injections and performing other nursing duties.
  • Observed patients for any changes in their condition or behavior, reported findings to the supervisor or physician in charge.
  • Instructed patients and their families about disease prevention, proper nutrition, medication management and other health related topics.
  • Performed wound care including changing dressings, cleaning wounds, applying ointments and medications and providing other necessary treatments.
  • Observed, charted, and reported developments in patient health conditions for nursing supervisor.
  • Sterilized medical equipment and supplies with germicides, sterilizers and autoclaves.
  • Collected biological specimens and packaged for laboratory transport to complete diagnostic tests.

LPN

Hands of Hope and Hospice
Idaho Falls, ID
07.2018 - 01.2021
  • Counseled clients, patients and families and provided emotional and psychosocial support.
  • Documented patient intake information, including medical histories, current symptoms and vitals such as height and weight.
  • Guaranteed exceptional care quality by correctly administering medication, inserting and caring for catheters, dressing and changing wounds and assisting with personal hygiene.
  • Communicated concerns regarding clients' status, care and environment to nursing supervisors, clinical care supervisors and case managers.

LPN

School District #93
Idaho Falls, ID
08.2019 - 03.2020
  • Provided high-quality care for students during the school day.
  • Administration of prescription medication to students.
  • Reported noted changes in general physical and/or mental conditions of pt to RN supervisor/families.
  • G tube feedings ( bolus and pump)
  • Provided skilled nursing assessment and care for students, including students with special needs.
  • Physical, mental, social & emotional nursing assessment skills.

Plastic Surgical Nurse

Freeman Plastic Surgery
Idaho Falls, ID
06.2009 - 07.2018
  • Recorded patient outcomes, new post-operative prescriptions and other information in patient charts.
  • Sterilized and arranged operating equipment and instruments to prepare room for surgery.
  • Accessed patient medical history, current medications and pre-procedure instructions to confirm adherence and respond to questions.
  • Informed patients, family members and caregivers of physician instructions for post-operative at-home care.
  • Built relationships with pre- and post-surgical patients through compassionate approach and positive attitude.
  • Answer phones, schedule appointments and collect money.
  • Performed Pre and Post op appointments with patients.

Education

Licensed Practical Nursing

Eastern Idaho Technical College
Idaho Falls, ID
05.2007

Skills

  • Multi-tasking and prioritization
  • Documenting incidents
  • Caring for wounds
  • Counting narcotics
  • Educating families
  • Assisting physicians
  • Empathetic and compassionate
  • Team management
  • CPR/ BLS

Timeline

LPN

Premier Asthma & Allergy
09.2023 - 07.2024

LPN

Alex Colque Plastic Surgery
02.2022 - 07.2023

LPN

School District #93
08.2019 - 03.2020

LPN

Hands of Hope and Hospice
07.2018 - 01.2021

Plastic Surgical Nurse

Freeman Plastic Surgery
06.2009 - 07.2018

Licensed Practical Nursing

Eastern Idaho Technical College

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