ANNETTE WINGERT
Cincinnati,Ohio
Summary
Dedicated licensed practical nurse with over 20 years of comprehensive healthcare experience, committed to enhancing patient growth and development. Recognized for advocating for patient rights and understanding individual needs and concerns while maintaining professionalism in all situations. Demonstrates adaptability in dynamic environments and effectively collaborates with diverse populations. Proficient in administering medications and educating patients and families on healthcare needs, conditions, and available options, ensuring informed decision-making and optimal care outcomes.
Overview
19
19
years of professional experience
Work History
Nursing Supervisor
Glendale Place Care Center
12.2022 - Current
- Followed all HIPAA rules and regulations regarding patient confidentiality.
- Interviewed, hired, instructed and mentored employees and promoted high level of care quality to patients.
- Vaccinated patients to protect individuals from illnesses of concern.
- Developed and implemented new nursing protocols to improve patient outcomes while minimizing medical errors.
- Assessed patients to determine individual needs and develop care plans in coordination with multidisciplinary healthcare professionals.
- Provided direct nursing care to patients when personnel was short-staffed.
- Discussed patient care and treatment with care team members to optimize intervention plans and care delivery.
- Maintained proper staff levels within budget parameters to deliver high levels of care to every patient.
- Collaborated with interdisciplinary teams to design personalized care plans for optimal patient outcomes.
- Developed strong relationships with patients and families, providing emotional support and education on care plans.
- Coordinated discharge planning efforts in collaboration with case managers, social workers, and other healthcare providers.
- Optimized resource utilization through effective staffing management based on census fluctuations and skill mix requirements.
- Mitigated risks and managed crisis situations effectively, ensuring patient safety and promptly addressing any concerns.
- Led staff meetings to keep team informed of departmental changes and provide opportunities for nurses to share ideas and concerns.
- Supervised, directed, and motivated high-quality performance from nursing staff.
Nursing Case Manager
Glendale Place Care Center
12.2021 - 12.2022
- Maintained accurate documentation on all cases, ensuring compliance with regulations and confidentiality requirements.
- Conducted thorough assessments of clients'' situations, identifying issues, goals, and necessary interventions.
- Provided crisis intervention support for clients experiencing emergencies, using appropriate techniques to de-escalate situations safely.
- Promoted a safe environment for vulnerable populations by reporting suspected abuse or neglect.
- Collaborated with multidisciplinary teams to address client needs and formulate tailored support strategies.
- Supported successful transitions between healthcare settings by coordinating the transfer of patients to appropriate levels of care.
- Improved patient outcomes by developing and implementing comprehensive nursing care plans tailored to individual needs.
- Fostered a culture of collaboration within the healthcare team by maintaining open lines of communication and actively participating in interdisciplinary meetings.
- Optimized resource utilization by conducting regular reviews of medical necessity for continued treatment or intervention strategies.
LPN Charge Nurse
Ohio Living Llanfair
01.2015 - 12.2021
- Promoted a safe working environment by adhering to infection control policies and regularly reviewing safety protocols.
- Trained new nurses in proper techniques, care standards, operational procedures, and safety protocols.
- Coordinated nursing care on unit through staff assignments, assisting and rounding with physicians, monitoring patient orders, and communicating with ancillary departments.
- Managed staffing schedules, ensuring adequate coverage while minimizing overtime expenses.
LPN
Heartland Mt Airy
01.2007 - 01.2011
- Worked as LPN Supervisor
- Assign to provide patient care for up to 20+ patients
- In charge for wound care, several wound vacs, tube feeding, and tracheostomy care
- Responsible for calculating and administering medications
- Maintains sterile fields and application of dressing
- Schedule and implements patient admissions and discharges
- Monitors and maintains patient charts and confidential files
- Initiates and maintain IV pumps, tubing, flushes, and IV medication
- Performs clinical tasks according to center policies
LPN
Riverview
01.2007 - 01.2007
- Scheduled and implemented patient admission
- Performed clinical tasks according to long term care facility
- Readily develop rapport with residents, families, staff and physicians
- Administered oral, intra muscular and subcutaneous medications
- Remain calm and professional during times of critical needs
- Assigned to provide care to up to 20 residents within the facility
- Assisted with admissions, appointments, transfers, and discharges.
- Improved patient outcomes by administering medications, monitoring vital signs, and documenting relevant information.
- Comforted and counseled patients and families throughout care process.
- Managed patient care through closely monitoring respiration, blood pressure, and blood glucose levels.
- Educated patients and caregivers on medical diagnoses, treatment options, chronic disease self-management and wound management.
- Answered incoming phone calls from patients to provide basic assistance and triage medical concerns.
- Cared for wounds, provided treatments, and assisted with procedures.
- Evaluated patients to identify and address wounds, behavioral concerns, and medically relevant symptoms.
- Enhanced patient care by performing comprehensive assessments and developing individualized care plans.
Education
Associate of Applied Science - Registered Nursing
Beckfield College
Cincinnati, Ohio12.2014
Diploma - Practical Nursing
Great Oaks Institute of Technology and Career Development
Cincinnati, Ohio08.2006
Skills
- Privacy and confidentiality
- HIPAA compliance
- Patient assessments
- Ethical practice
- Patient treatment planning
- Medical documentation
- Clinical quality improvement
- Medication administration
- Quality improvement
- Care planning
- Electronic medical records
- HIPAA requirements
- Staff scheduling
- Clinical leadership
Timeline
Nursing Supervisor
Glendale Place Care Center
12.2022 - Current
Nursing Case Manager
Glendale Place Care Center
12.2021 - 12.2022
LPN Charge Nurse
Ohio Living Llanfair
01.2015 - 12.2021
LPN
Heartland Mt Airy
01.2007 - 01.2011
LPN
Riverview
01.2007 - 01.2007
Diploma - Practical Nursing
Great Oaks Institute of Technology and Career Development
Associate of Applied Science - Registered Nursing
Beckfield College
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