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Andrea Lykens

Mooreland,IN

Summary

Dedicated professional skilled in providing exceptional care to patients within high-volume settings. Demonstrates professional development and clinical skills utilizing nursing process to assess, implement and evaluate patient care in collaborative, shared leadership environment.

Overview

9
9
years of professional experience

Work History

Registered Nurse, Medical-Surgical Unit

Reid Health
Richmond, IN
10.2021 - Current
  • Coordinated with healthcare team to establish, enact and evaluate patient care plans.
  • Provided direct nursing care to medical-surgical patients including assessments, treatments, medications and documentation of care.
  • Collaborated with interdisciplinary team members to develop individualized patient plans of care.
  • Utilized evidence based practice guidelines when making decisions regarding patient care needs.
  • Supported new staff members by providing orientation to the Medical-Surgical Unit procedures and protocols.
  • Managed multiple tasks simultaneously while maintaining high standards of professional conduct.

Nursing Home Registered Nurse

Glen Oaks Health Campus
New Castle, IN
10.2015 - 09.2021
  • Provided nursing care to elderly residents including medication administration, wound care, and symptom management.
  • Educated families on medical conditions of their loved ones and provided emotional support when needed.
  • Instructed staff members on proper techniques related to resident care.
  • Conducted regular rounds to ensure that residents are receiving appropriate care.
  • Responded quickly to any changes in a resident's condition or behavior by initiating appropriate interventions or notifying the physician and healthcare team member immediately.
  • Implemented infection control standards throughout the facility.

Education

Associate of Applied Science - Registered Nurse

Ivy Tech Community College of Indiana
Richmond, IN
05-2020

Certificate - Licensed Practical Nurse

Ivy Tech Community College of Indiana
Richmond
05-2014

Skills

  • Infection Control
  • Direct Patient Care
  • Patient Condition Monitoring
  • Accurate Documentation
  • Decision-Making
  • Intake and discharge
  • Time Management
  • Problem-Solving
  • Compassionate and Caring

Timeline

Registered Nurse, Medical-Surgical Unit

Reid Health
10.2021 - Current

Nursing Home Registered Nurse

Glen Oaks Health Campus
10.2015 - 09.2021

Associate of Applied Science - Registered Nurse

Ivy Tech Community College of Indiana

Certificate - Licensed Practical Nurse

Ivy Tech Community College of Indiana
Andrea Lykens