Anthony Mcintosh
Sunrise
Summary
Accomplished LPN with a proven track record at Memorial Regional Hospital Hollywood, showcasing expertise in medication administration and compassionate care In the Mental Health Department. Florida licensed, with significant achievements in both psychiatric care and patient education.
Able to work as a TEAM member to assist as needed.
Overview
34
34
years of professional experience
Work History
LPN
Memorial Regional Hospital Hollywood
05.1991 - 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.
- Adhered to treatment plan instructions when administering medications and treatments to patients.
- 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.
- Demonstrated adaptability in working with diverse patient populations across various healthcare settings.
- Provided emotional support to patients and families during difficult times, fostering positive relationships built on trust and compassion.
- Clearly and thoroughly explained diagnoses, treatment options and procedures to patients and loved ones, checking in to verify understanding.
- Worked with multidisciplinary team to carry out successful treatment plans for diverse acute and chronic conditions.
- Monitored patient health conditions to report changes to assigned physician.
- Increased nursing team cohesiveness through active participation in staff meetings and open communication with colleagues.
- Collaborated with interdisciplinary team of healthcare and social service providers to address patients' needs through effective intervention and care planning.
- Educated patients and caregivers on medical diagnoses, treatment options, chronic disease self-management and wound management.
LPN Field Nurse
Vitas Hospice
08.2011 - 05.2024
- Administered medications safely and effectively, preventing adverse reactions or complications.
- Maintained accurate documentation of patient assessments and treatments, ensuring compliance with regulatory standards.
- Educated patients and families on healthcare management strategies, promoting self-care and wellbeing.
- Dispensed and administered patients' medications following care plans and physician's orders.
- Coordinated with physicians to implement prescribed treatment plans, ensuring consistency in patient care delivery.
- Improved patient outcomes by providing high-quality nursing care and timely interventions.
- Conducted home visits to monitor patient status, adjusting care plans as necessary for optimal health outcomes.
- Served as a liaison between patients and their healthcare providers, advocating for their needs while promoting informed decisionmaking.
- Collaborated with other nurses to provide seamless coverage during shift changes ensuring continuity of safe quality patient care.
- Provided skilled nursing care for diverse populations, including geriatric, pediatric, and chronically ill patients.
- Educated patients and caregivers on disease processes, medications, plans of care and individualized treatment plans.
LPN Office Nurse
Hospice of Southeast Florida
06.2003 - 12.2010
- Developed strong rapport with patients and their families, fostering trust and open communication during sensitive medical situations.
- Improved patient experience by providing compassionate and attentive nursing services in a busy office setting.
- Supported new employees during orientation periods by serving as a knowledgeable resource on office policies, procedures, documentation requirements.
- Coordinated referrals to specialists when necessary, ensuring seamless transitions of care for patients within the healthcare system.
- Served as a liaison between patients and healthcare providers, facilitating clear communication regarding treatment plans and expectations.
- Demonstrated adaptability by efficiently managing unexpected changes in schedules or staffing situations without compromising patient care quality or timeliness of services rendered.
- Provided health education to patients on various topics such as medication management, disease prevention, and self-care strategies.
- Collaborated with interdisciplinary team members to develop individualized care plans for each patient based on their specific needs.
- Worked with multidisciplinary team to carry out successful treatment plans for diverse acute and chronic conditions.
- Delivered emotional support to patients and families during challenging times.
- Staff scheduling
- Manage Data Enty Team
- Manage Crisis Care Department
- Work with P/I Team
Education
LPN Program - Nursing
Sheridan Technical College
Hollywood, FL06-1994
Skills
- Medication administration
- Medication Teaching
- Medical documentation
- Psychiatric Care inpatient
- CPI Certified
- TEAM Instruction
- CPR Certified
- Compassionate care
- Behavioral health
- Florida licensed practical nurse
Timeline
LPN Field Nurse
Vitas Hospice
08.2011 - 05.2024
LPN Office Nurse
Hospice of Southeast Florida
06.2003 - 12.2010
LPN
Memorial Regional Hospital Hollywood
05.1991 - Current
LPN Program - Nursing
Sheridan Technical College
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