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Anita Lowry

Broadalbin,NY

Summary

Proven LPN with a track record of delivering high-quality patient care and achieving positive outcomes, as demonstrated at St. Mary's Healthcare. Skilled in vital signs monitoring and providing emotional support, I excel in fast-paced environments, ensuring both clinical and documentation standards are met. My expertise in gastroenterology and commitment to nursing ethics have significantly enhanced patient satisfaction and care continuity.

Overview

38
38
years of professional experience

Work History

LPN

St. Mary's Healthcare
Amsterdam, NY
07.2024 - Current
  • Utilized time management skills to prioritize tasks effectively, allowing for efficient completion of daily responsibilities.
  • Maintained accurate documentation of all relevant clinical data, ensuring compliance with regulatory standards.
  • Implemented infection control measures, ensuring a clean and safe environment for patients and staff.
  • Managed patient care through closely monitoring respiration, blood pressure, and blood glucose levels.
  • Reduced medication errors by accurately administering medications and diligently verifying patient information.
  • Documented accurate and complete patient information to address patient problems and expected outcomes.
  • Provided emotional support to patients and families during difficult times, fostering positive relationships built on trust and compassion.

LPN

Burnt Hills-Ballston Lake Schools
Burnt Hills, NY
01.2024 - 06.2024

1:1 with child with Spina bifida, catheterization twice daily.

Helped with general education.

Emotional support.

Private Caregiver

Private Care
Broadalbin, NY
06.2022 - 01.2024

Made dietary focused meals, administered medication, showered patients, wound care in aseptic technique, kept family and physician informed of changes.

LPN

Broadalbin-Perth Central School
Broadalbin, NY
10.2021 - 06.2022

COVID grant; testing students and staff. Nursing office duties.

LPN

St. Mary's Healthcare
Amsterdam, NY
05.2015 - 06.2021
  • Utilized time management skills to prioritize tasks effectively, allowing for efficient completion of daily responsibilities.
  • Maintained accurate documentation of all relevant clinical data, ensuring compliance with regulatory standards.
  • Implemented infection control measures, ensuring a clean and safe environment for patients and staff.
  • Managed patient care through closely monitoring respiration, blood pressure, and blood glucose levels.
  • Performed wound care treatments using sterile techniques, promoting healing and preventing complications.
  • Improved patient outcomes by providing high-quality nursing care and closely monitoring vital signs.
  • Reduced medication errors by accurately administering medications and diligently verifying patient information.
  • Participated in ongoing professional development opportunities to enhance knowledge base and skillset as an LPN.
  • Enhanced patient satisfaction levels through effective communication and empathetic listening skills.
  • Educated patients and caregivers on medical diagnoses, treatment options, chronic disease self-management and wound management.
  • Collaborated with interdisciplinary team of healthcare and social service providers to address patients' needs through effective intervention and care planning.
  • Gathered lab specimens, ordered testing, and interpreted results to diagnose patients.
  • Delivered updates in patient status to charge nurse, recording changes in medical records.
  • Monitored patient health conditions to report changes to assigned physician.
  • Managed various general office duties such as answering multiple telephone lines, completing insurance forms, and mailing monthly invoice statements to patients.
  • 5 years experience in Gastroenterology office

DSP/LPN

Lexington ARC
Gloversville, NY
01.2008 - 01.2015
  • Utilized time management skills to prioritize tasks effectively, allowing for efficient completion of daily responsibilities.
  • Maintained accurate documentation of all relevant clinical data, ensuring compliance with regulatory standards.
  • Implemented infection control measures, ensuring a clean and safe environment for patients and staff.
  • Managed patient care through closely monitoring respiration, blood pressure, and blood glucose levels.
  • Obtained patient vital signs and input/output measurements from inpatients.
  • Reduced medication errors by accurately administering medications and diligently verifying patient information.
  • Documented accurate and complete patient information to address patient problems and expected outcomes.
  • Participated in ongoing professional development opportunities to enhance knowledge base and skillset as an LPN.
  • Addressed any concerns or questions posed by patients or family members promptly to maintain confidence in their care plan.
  • Monitored, tracked, and conveyed important patient information to healthcare staff to help optimize treatment planning and care delivery.
  • Administered medications and injections to patients.
  • Monitored patient health conditions to report changes to assigned physician.
  • Delivered emotional support to patients and families during challenging times.
  • Helped patients complete bathing, dressing and eating.

Private Caregiver

Private Care
Johnstown, NY
06.2004 - 01.2008
  • Maintained clean, safe, and well-organized patient environment.
  • Provided emotional support and companionship to patients, promoting overall wellbeing.
  • Administered medication as directed by physician.
  • Handled household management tasks like laundry, light housekeeping and grocery shopping leading to a well-maintained living space.
  • Assisted with personal hygiene tasks such as bathing, grooming, and dressing for enhanced selfesteem.
  • Assisted clients with daily living activities for improved quality of life.
  • Managed patient medications, ensuring accurate dosages and timely administration.
  • Monitored vital signs and reported any abnormalities to healthcare providers promptly.
  • Educated family members about caregiving techniques for continuity of care during caregiver absences or transitions between shifts.
  • Entertained, conversed, and read aloud to keep patients mentally alert.
  • Monitored clients' overall health and well-being and noted significant changes.
  • Entrusted to handle confidential and sensitive situations in professional matter.

Waitress

New York Lunch
Gloversville, NY
04.2000 - 06.2004
  • Handled high-pressure situations with composure, maintaining excellent service standards even during busy shifts.
  • Exhibited strong multitasking abilities, balancing multiple tables and orders while delivering prompt service.
  • Maintained clean and welcoming dining environment, ensuring a positive guest experience.
  • Remained calm and poised when dealing with difficult customers or during busy shifts.
  • Supported teamwork atmosphere among staff members through clear communication and collaboration during shifts.
  • Greeted new customers, discussed specials, and took drink orders.
  • Kept server areas clean and stocked to increase efficiency while working tables.
  • Bussed tables during busy periods to assist staff and quickly turn over tables.
  • Followed health and safety regulations relevant to hospitality industry to minimize accidents, incidents and liability to restaurant.
  • Helped customers with dietary restrictions, allergies and intolerances obtain safe, delicious food by working closely with kitchen staff on alternatives.

Secretary, Business Manager

Harnish Brother's Nursery And Pools
Gloversville, NY
04.1986 - 04.2000
  • Handled sensitive information discreetly, maintaining confidentiality when managing personnel files or financial data.
  • Answered multi-line phone system and enthusiastically greeted callers.
  • Maintained daily report documents, memos and invoices.
  • Scheduled appointments and conducted follow-up calls to clients.
  • Prepared professional correspondence, including memos, letters, and emails, ensuring accuracy and timeliness.
  • Maintained office supplies inventory by checking stock and ordering new supplies.
  • Provided exceptional customer service by promptly addressing inquiries and resolving issues professionally.
  • Maintained accurate records of office expenses, assisting in budget preparation and cost control efforts.
  • Updated spreadsheets and databases to track, analyze, and report on performance and sales data.
  • Developed strong working relationships with vendors to ensure timely delivery of supplies at the best possible prices.

Education

RN - Nursing

FMCC
Amsterdam, NY

GED - Business

Gloversville High School
Gloversville, NY

LPN - Nursing

HFM Votec
Amsterdam, NY
06.2008

Skills

  • Vital signs monitoring
  • Medical Documentation
  • Geriatric Nursing
  • Catheter Care
  • Tracheostomy Care
  • Diabetes management
  • End of life care
  • Nursing Ethics
  • Rehabilitation Nursing
  • Post Operative Care
  • Gastrointestinal Care
  • Home healthcare
  • Vital signs
  • Wound Care
  • Direct Patient Care
  • Medication Administration
  • HIPAA Compliance
  • Clinical Documentation

Timeline

LPN

St. Mary's Healthcare
07.2024 - Current

LPN

Burnt Hills-Ballston Lake Schools
01.2024 - 06.2024

Private Caregiver

Private Care
06.2022 - 01.2024

LPN

Broadalbin-Perth Central School
10.2021 - 06.2022

LPN

St. Mary's Healthcare
05.2015 - 06.2021

DSP/LPN

Lexington ARC
01.2008 - 01.2015

Private Caregiver

Private Care
06.2004 - 01.2008

Waitress

New York Lunch
04.2000 - 06.2004

Secretary, Business Manager

Harnish Brother's Nursery And Pools
04.1986 - 04.2000

RN - Nursing

FMCC

GED - Business

Gloversville High School

LPN - Nursing

HFM Votec
Anita Lowry