Anna Smartt
Columbia Fls,MT
Summary
Experienced Lead LVN with over 15 years in inpatient, office, and procedural care. Skilled in medication administration, wound care, and clinical documentation, ensuring high-quality patient care and effective team support. Proven ability to coordinate multidisciplinary teams, prioritize patient needs, and maintain infection control and confidentiality while delivering compassionate bedside care.
Overview
1
1
Certification
20
20
years of professional experience
Work History
LVN/LPN Office Nurse
Logan Health
Kalispell, Montana
05.2023 - Current
- Administered medications and monitored patient responses at Logan Health inpatient units.
- Recorded vital signs and updated electronic health records during Logan Health shifts.
- Assisted physicians and registered nurses with exams and bedside procedures.
- Performed wound care and dressing changes following Logan Health clinical protocols.
- Educated patients and families on medications, recovery, and discharge instructions.
- Collected specimens and prepared lab samples for Logan Health testing workflows.
- Coordinated patient flow and prioritized care needs across Logan Health nursing teams.
- Documented assessments and reported changes in condition to supervising providers.
- Observed changes in patient conditions and reported any unusual findings to supervising physician or registered nurse.
- Monitored vital signs, such as blood pressure, temperature, pulse rate and respiration rate.
- Implemented infection control measures per facility policy.
- Coordinated care provided by other healthcare professionals involved in patients care plan.
- Prepared patient rooms for examination, including stocking supplies and ensuring cleanliness.
- Maintained accurate patient records documenting treatments, medications administered and other pertinent information.
- Observed strict confidentiality and safeguarded all patient-related information.
- Utilized medical instruments safely and effectively while providing direct care to patients.
- Managed patients' hygiene with comprehensive care for toileting, bathing and grooming needs.
- Addressed patient care needs, collected vitals, dressed wounds, and managed catheters.
- Assisted with patient transfer activities utilizing appropriate equipment and safety measures.
- Worked with registered nurses to deliver comprehensive, high-quality care to patients.
- Performed laboratory tests such as urinalysis, glucose testing and hemoglobin and hematocrit levels.
- Collected specimens for laboratory analysis; prepared specimens for transport to lab.
- Organized and stocked clinical workstations with necessary medical supplies to ensure efficiency during patient care. and procedure rooms with necessary supplies.
- Prepared medical equipment and tools to aid physician during examination and treatment of patients.
- Advocated for patient needs with interdisciplinary team and implemented outlined treatment plans.
- Administered oral, IV and intra-muscular medications and monitored patient reactions.
Lead LVN
Kaiser Permanente
Modesto, California
06.2006 - 10.2020
- Administered medications and injections following Kaiser Permanente clinical protocols.
- Monitored patient conditions and documented assessments in electronic health records.
- Prepared endoscopy rooms, equipment, and supplies for gastrointestinal procedures.
- Monitored sedation, vital signs, and patient comfort during procedures.
- Educated patients about bowel prep, procedures, and aftercare instructions.
- Coordinated interdisciplinary care with physicians, anesthesia staff, and clinical teams to ensure comprehensive patient management.
- Documented assessments, medications, and procedure notes in medical records.
- Supported the handling and transport of specimens to the laboratory for analysis. handling, transport, and laboratory communication.
- Responded quickly and effectively to emergent situations involving GI-related issues.
- Facilitated timely patient referrals to specialists, enhancing access to necessary evaluations and treatments.
- Contributed to gastroenterology nursing practice through participation in research studies, advancing clinical knowledge and patient care.
- Administered medications prescribed by the physician for gastrointestinal diseases.
- Collaborated with multidisciplinary teams in order to provide comprehensive care for gastrointestinal diseases.
- Assisted physicians in diagnosing and treating gastrointestinal disorders.
- Maintained accurate records of patients' health information including assessments, treatments, and progress notes.
- Assessed patient's response to treatments and reported any changes or concerns to the medical team promptly.
- Monitored vital signs of patients with gastrointestinal problems.
- Helped internists with appointments and procedures by collecting information, completing assessments and performing basic diagnostic tests.
- Administered oral, IV and intra-muscular medications and monitored patient reactions.
- Responded to emergency situations with speed, expertise and level-headed approaches to provide optimal care, support and life-saving interventions.
- Prepared medical equipment and tools to aid physician during examination and treatment of patients.
- Utilized computerized Resource and Patient Management System (RPMS) and Electronic Health Record (EHR) system.
- Stocked clinical workstations and procedure rooms with necessary supplies.
- Conducted specified laboratory tests to help detect conditions and determine diagnosis.
Education
Associate of Applied Science - Practical Nursing
Boston Reed
Oakland, CA06-1990
Skills
- EHR charting
- Medication administration
- Vital signs
- Wound care
- Specimen collection
- Patient care coordination
- Clinical documentation
- Infection control
- Patient education
- Procedure room setup
- Critical thinking
- Team collaboration
- Time management
- Patient advocacy
- Diabetes management
- Vital signs monitoring
- Intravenous therapy and blood withdrawal certification
- Geriatric care
- Workflow coordination
- Postoperative care
- Nutrition support
- Medical records management
- Documenting intake
- [Type] EMR software
- Medical records security
- Pain management
- Specimen collection
- EKG administration
- Multi-tasking and prioritization
- Outpatient care
- Medication dispensing
- [State] licensed practical nurse
- Compassionate care
- Patient assessment
- Clinical judgment
- Screening and triaging
Certification
- Montana State License in Nursing
- California State License in Nursing
- IV and Blood Certification
Timeline
LVN/LPN Office Nurse
Logan Health
05.2023 - Current
Lead LVN
Kaiser Permanente
06.2006 - 10.2020
Associate of Applied Science - Practical Nursing
Boston Reed