Andrea Thomas
Hammond,IN
Summary
Dedicated Charge Licensed Practical Nurse offering 2-years background managing nursing staff, delegating assignments and assessing patient conditions. Expertise in progress monitoring, plan implementation and history taking. Licensed in Nursing . Devoted to service excellence in patient care and patient advocacy.
Overview
12
12
years of professional experience
Work History
LPN Charge Nurse
Aperion Care
Glenwood, IL
03.2021 - Current
- Delivered direct quality care to patients by evaluating medical conditions and managing and assessing treatments.
- Analyzed patient assessments and laboratory data to bring any issues to attention of physicians.
- Assembled and used equipment such as catheters, tracheotomy tubes or oxygen suppliers to effectively manage patient care.
- Managed daily staff assignments and patient scheduling to guarantee clinic coverage and flow.
- Promoted patient independence by teaching self-care skills and explaining conditions and medications.
- Conducted [Number] patient assessments per [Timeframe] to obtain patient health history, pain levels, allergies and vital signs.
- Evaluated patient histories, complaints and current symptoms.
- Worked with multidisciplinary team to carry out successful treatment plans for diverse acute and chronic conditions.
- Took samples to complete diagnostic and routine assessment tests.
- Provided basic patient care and treatment, such as administering [Type] tests, taking temperature and blood pressure and dressing wounds.
- Protected patients and healthcare team members from infection by sterilizing equipment and reusable supplies.
LPN
Palos Rehabilitation
Crestwood, IL
02.2020 - 03.2021
- Documented accurate and complete patient information to address patient problems and expected outcomes.
- Administered controlled narcotics, inserted IVs and performed catheterizations.
- Performed routine evaluations of each patient's status, needs and preferences.
- Obtained patient vital signs and input/output measurements from inpatients.
- Assisted with admissions, appointments, transfers and discharges.
- Monitored, tracked and conveyed important patient information to healthcare staff to help optimize treatment planning and care delivery.
- Managed patient care through closely monitoring respiration, blood pressure and blood glucose levels.
Medical Assistant
Community Health Network
Gary, IN
01.2010 - 01.2020
- Sanitized, restocked and organized exam rooms and medical equipment.
- Obtained client medical history, medication information, symptoms and allergies.
- Directed patients to exam rooms, fielded questions and prepared for physician examinations.
- Collected and documented patient medical information such as blood pressure and weight.
- Documented vital signs and health history for patients in clinic and hospital environments.
- Called and faxed pharmacies to submit prescriptions and refills.
- Kept medical supplies in sufficient stock by monitoring levels and submitting replenishment orders before depleted.
- Tested and recorded blood glucose levels.
- Prepared patients for X-rays, electrocardiograms, suture removal and dressing changes.
- Promoted office efficiency, coordinating charts, completing insurance forms and helping patients with diverse needs.
- Collaborated with medical and administrative personnel to maintain patient-focused, engaging and compassionate environment.
Education
Associate of Science - Nursing
CAAN Academy of Nursing
Matteson, IL11.2020
Skills
- Intramuscular Injections
- Needs Assessment
- Patient Admission
- Nursing Staff Supervision
- Recording Vital Signs
- Conditions Reporting
- Patient Engagement
- Nursing Intervention Evaluations
- Cerebrovascular Accidents
- Patient Rights
- Dementia Knowledge and Care
- Adaptable and Flexible
- Feedback Acceptance
Timeline
LPN Charge Nurse
Aperion Care
03.2021 - Current
LPN
Palos Rehabilitation
02.2020 - 03.2021
Medical Assistant
Community Health Network
01.2010 - 01.2020
Associate of Science - Nursing
CAAN Academy of Nursing
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