Andrea Boner
LPN
Osage City,KS
Summary
Dedicated Charge Licensed Practical Nurse offering 1-year background managing nursing staff, delegating assignments and assessing patient conditions. Expertise in progress monitoring, plan implementation and history taking. Certified in Practical Nursing and IV Therapy. Devoted to service excellence in patient care and patient advocacy.
Overview
3
3
years of post-secondary education
7
7
years of professional experience
Work History
LPN Charge Nurse
Osage Nursing Center
Osage City, KS
08.2020 - Current
- Oversaw daily rounds to assess patient conditions and distribute medications to patients.
- Assembled and used equipment such as catheters, tracheotomy tubes or oxygen suppliers to effectively manage patient care.
- Promoted patient independence by teaching self-care skills and explaining conditions and medications.
- Delivered basic patient care and treatments, including taking temperature or blood pressure, dressing wounds, treating bedsores and catheterizations.
- Analyzed patient assessments and laboratory data to bring any issues to attention of physicians.
- Delivered direct quality care to patients by evaluating medical conditions and managing and assessing treatments.
- Led and mentored newly licensed nurses and nursing students to develop professional expertise.
- Documented patient vitals, behaviors and conditions to communicate concerns to supervising DON.
- Evaluated patient histories, complaints and current symptoms.
- Provided diagnosis information, treatment possibilities, disease management tips and wound care advice to patients, loved ones and caregivers.
- Took samples to complete diagnostic and routine assessment tests.
- Assessed patients' temperature, pulse and blood pressure and recorded in electronic medical records.
- Helped patients complete day-to-day tasks, including bathing, dressing and eating.
- Protected patients and healthcare team members from infection by sterilizing equipment and reusable supplies.
- Helped long-term care residents with bathing, dressing, feeding and other daily living activities.
- Reviewed patient history to verify conditions and current medications.
- Responded to patient requests with appropriate clinical and personal assistance.
Certified Medication Aide
Osage Nursing Center
Osage City, KS
07.2020 - Current
- Interacted kindly with patients and families and displayed positive, outgoing attitude, resulting in establishment of long-term, professional relationships.
- Coordinated daily medicine schedules and administration to help clients address symptoms and enhance quality of life.
- Encouraged patients to participate in safe physical activity to help boost mood and improve overall wellness.
- Assisted patients with dressing, grooming and feeding needs, helping to overcome and adapt to mobility restrictions.
- Checked vital signs on daily basis and contacted supervisor regarding any patient health concerns or behavioral changes.
- Helped patients safely transition between sleeping surfaces and mobility assistance such as wheelchairs by providing consistent support.
- Offered support for client mental and emotional needs to enhance physical outcomes and overall happiness.
- Administered medications to patients and remained vigilant for negative side effects.
- Administered prescribed drugs to high-volume patient caseload.
- Reported changes in patient status regarding drug therapy.
- Took patient vital signs, height and weight measurements and monitored glucose and patient wellbeing.
- Kept close eye on behavior and emotional responses of clients to address concerns and protect each person from any harm.
- Provided patients with assistance in completing daily tasks, effectively reducing daily burden on family members.
- Increased medication knowledge and medical terminology prowess through consistent research and continuing education.
- Facilitated activities of daily living, including personal hygiene management, feeding and ambulation.
- Cared for clients with diagnoses such as respiratory failure, diabetes, Parkinson's disease and muscular dystrophy.
Certified Nurses Aide
Osage Nursing Center
Osage City, KS
01.2019 - Current
- Evaluated patients to identify and address wounds, behavioral concerns and medically relevant symptoms.
- Assisted with feeding and monitored intake to help patients achieve nutritional objectives.
- Oversaw and maintained patients' rooms, group living areas and nurse stations.
- Offered immediate assistance in emergency and routine paging situations to evaluate needs and deliver care.
- Supported ambulation and physical therapy needs by conducting planned exercise routines.
- Promoted good oral and personal hygiene by aiding patients with shaving, bathing and teeth brushing.
- Assisted patients with mobility needs, including moving to and from beds, organizing wheelchairs and preparing assistive devices.
- Answered call lights and supported patient comfort and safety by adjusting bed rails and equipment.
- Participated in fun group activities with patients to boost mood, improve overall memory and provide light entertainment.
- Cared for clients with diagnoses such as respiratory failure, diabetes, Parkinson's disease and muscular dystrophy.
- Delivered individualized patient care by recording vital signs, documenting observations, administering treatments and evaluating patient needs.
- Obtained biological specimens for ordered tests and prepared for laboratory transport.
- Maintained best-in-class standards for individualized care in [Number]-bed unit by continuously checking in with patients and families and quickly providing care.
- Transported patients between rooms and appointments or testing locations.
- Provided care to patients throughout lifespan with consideration of aging processes, human development stages and culture.
- Monitored patient specimen samples and test results to effectively alert supervisors of potentially unhealthy changes.
- Reduced risks of patient infection and cross-contamination by cleaning and sterilizing equipment.
- Complied with all company-specific guidelines and performed hands-on nursing care to patients under RN supervision.
- Facilitated activities of daily living, including personal hygiene management, feeding and ambulation.
- Maintained patient stability by checking vital signs and weight and recording intake and outtake information.
Owner/Operator
Lots Of Love Daycare
Osage City, Kansas
03.2016 - 01.2019
- Put together realistic budgets based upon costs and fees for successfully operating business.
- Spearheaded business-related aims to meet tactical planning initiatives.
- Served as primary point-of-contact with suppliers and contractors to achieve inventory expectations.
- Served as principal stakeholder over organization's complete operations.
- Oversaw end-to-end business processes to maintain proficiency and profitability.
- Fostered CRM initiatives by promoting environment of interpersonal communication and customer service.
- Monitored staff performance, providing final-say assessment over all inquiries.
- Devised processes to boost long-term business success and increase profit levels.
- Oversaw business budget planning and administration, accounting functions, purchasing and bi-weekly payroll to handle financial needs.
- Consulted with customers to assess needs and propose optimal solutions.
Education
Associate of Applied Science - Nursing
Flint Hills Technical College
Emporia, KS 08.2019 - 06.2020
Associate of Arts - General Education
Allen County Community College
Iola, KS 01.2007 - 05.2009
No Degree - IV Certification
Flint Hills Technical College
Emporia, KS 03.2021 - 05.2021
Skills
Multitasking abilities
Cultural awareness
Customer service
Data management
Good telephone etiquette
Supervision
Good listening skills
Teamwork
Adaptability
Teambuilding
Verbal and written communication
Microsoft Office
Reading comprehension
Organization and Time management
Written Communication
Basic math
Leadership
Training & Development
Critical thinking
Timeline
No Degree - IV Certification
Flint Hills Technical College
03.2021 - 05.2021
LPN Charge Nurse
Osage Nursing Center
08.2020 - Current
Certified Medication Aide
Osage Nursing Center
07.2020 - Current
Associate of Applied Science - Nursing
Flint Hills Technical College
08.2019 - 06.2020
Certified Nurses Aide
Osage Nursing Center
01.2019 - Current
Owner/Operator
Lots Of Love Daycare
03.2016 - 01.2019
Associate of Arts - General Education
Allen County Community College
01.2007 - 05.2009