Anne Faustin
Rockford,MI
Summary
Patient-oriented Retired nursing professional with 40 years of hands-on experience in delivering quality direct and indirect patient care to individuals in Hospital, Urgent Care and Home settings. Skillfully completes tasks and fosters relationships with patients, caregivers and coworkers to drive patient care goals and advance nursing philosophies.
Overview
27
27
years of professional experience
Work History
Retired LPN
MidMichigan Urgent Care
West Branch , MI
08.2011 - 08.2019
- Maintained accurate medical records of each patient's health condition.
- Performed routine laboratory tests including urinalysis, blood glucose monitoring and others.
- Observed patients for any changes in their condition or behaviour, reported findings to the supervisor or physician in charge.
- Provided emotional support during difficult times such as end-of-life decisions or family disputes over treatment options.
- Assessed patient needs through interviews and physical examinations while adhering to safety standards.
- Ensured that all medications were administered accurately and on time as prescribed by the physician.
- Provided direct physical and emotional support to patients and their families.
- Administered medications orally, intravenously or intramuscularly depending on the prescription given by the doctor.
- Performed wound care including changing dressings, cleaning wounds, applying ointments and medications and providing other necessary treatments.
- Managed inventory levels of medical supplies within the unit ensuring adequate stock is always available.
- Assisted physicians with patient care by taking vital signs, administering injections and performing other nursing duties.
- Instructed patients and their families about disease prevention, proper nutrition, medication management and other health related topics.
LPN
St John Maccomb Hospital
Macomb , MI
06.2004 - 06.2009
- Observed, charted, and reported developments in patient health conditions for nursing supervisor.
- Prepared equipment for use during treatments such as setting up IV lines or placing catheters correctly according to hospital policies.
- Maintained accurate medical records of each patient's health condition.
- Conducted daily rounds visiting assigned patients ensuring they are comfortable and have all necessary supplies available.
- Collaborated with multidisciplinary teams to develop long term goals for patients who require ongoing treatment.
- Observed patients for any changes in their condition or behaviour, reported findings to the supervisor or physician in charge.
LPN
Chippewa County Health Dept
Sault Ste. Marie , MI
06.1992 - 06.2002
- Coordinated with doctors and registered nurses to develop care plans for patients.
- Provided direct nursing care to patients in their homes, including wound care, medication management and administration, patient education and monitoring of vital signs.
- Provided emotional support to patients and their families during difficult times.
- Provided guidance on community resources available to assist with long-term care needs.
Education
Nursing Education
University of Alaska Anchorage
Anchorage, AK05-1980
Skills
- Cardiac Care
- Palliative Care
- Hospice Care
- Medical Documentation
- Health Promotion
- Compassionate Care
- Vital signs monitoring
- Tracheostomy Care
- Catheter Care
- Nursing Ethics
- Samples collection
- Physical Assessment
- Emergency Response
- Wound Care
- Family Communication
- Educating families
Timeline
Retired LPN
MidMichigan Urgent Care
08.2011 - 08.2019
LPN
St John Maccomb Hospital
06.2004 - 06.2009
LPN
Chippewa County Health Dept
06.1992 - 06.2002
Nursing Education
University of Alaska Anchorage
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