ANTOINETTE C. McGARY
LPN
Belleville,IL
Summary
A position in the medical industry as LICENSE PRACTICAL NURSE that will allow for growth and advancement. Professional Summary: Passionate LPN who can bring dedication and energy to the task of providing comprehensive patient care and creating a comfortable patient environment. Skilled Nursing , monitoring and assessment of patients sterilizing, medical equipment, collaborate with staff and DR. For best outcomes, providing basic patient care along with completing patient status. IL and MO. -Licensed Practical Nurse offering 10+ years of healthcare experience. Proficient in delivering exceptional nursing care, triaging conditions and supporting diverse patient needs. Certified in IV.
Overview
10
10
years of professional experience
Work History
LPN Charge Nurse
St Paul Community
Belleville, IL
01.2021 - 03.2022
- Delivered direct quality care to patients by evaluating medical conditions and managing and assessing treatments.
- Analyzed patient assessments and laboratory data to bring any issues to attention of physicians.
- Assembled and used equipment such as catheters, tracheotomy tubes or oxygen suppliers to effectively manage patient care.
- Managed daily staff assignments and patient scheduling to guarantee clinic coverage and flow.
- Conducted [Number] patient assessments per [Timeframe] to obtain patient health history, pain levels, allergies and vital signs.
- Led and mentored [Number] newly licensed nurses and nursing students to develop professional expertise.
- Assessed patients' temperature, pulse and blood pressure and recorded in electronic medical records.
- Documented patient vitals, behaviors and conditions to communicate concerns to supervising [Job title].
- Reviewed patient history to verify conditions and current medications.
- Worked with multidisciplinary team to carry out successful treatment plans for diverse acute and chronic conditions.
- Took samples to complete diagnostic and routine assessment tests.
- Provided basic patient care and treatment, such as administering [Type] tests, taking temperature and blood pressure and dressing wounds.
LPN
Caseyville Health Care Rehab LPN
Caseyville, IL
03.2020 - 12.2021
- Documented accurate and complete patient information to address patient problems and expected outcomes.
- Administered controlled narcotics, inserted IVs and performed catheterizations.
- Performed routine evaluations of each patient's status, needs and preferences.
- Obtained patient vital signs and input/output measurements from inpatients.
- Assisted with admissions, appointments, transfers and discharges.
- Managed patient care through closely monitoring respiration, blood pressure and blood glucose levels.
Collinsville Heath Care Rehab LPN
12.2018 - 10.2020
- Documented accurate and complete patient information to address patient problems and expected outcomes.
- Administered controlled narcotics, inserted IVs and performed catheterizations.
- Performed routine evaluations of each patient's status, needs and preferences.
- Obtained patient vital signs and input/output measurements from inpatients.
- Managed patient care through closely monitoring respiration, blood pressure and blood glucose levels.
- Collaborated with interdisciplinary team of healthcare and social service providers to address patients' needs through effective intervention and care planning.
- Cared for wounds, provided treatments and assisted with procedures.
- Gathered lab specimens, ordered testing and interpreted results to diagnose patients.
- Delivered updates in patient status to charge nurse, recording changes in medical records.
- Educated patients and caregivers on medical diagnoses, treatment options, chronic disease self-management and wound management.
Swansea Health Care Rehab LPN
11.2017 - 11.2018
- Quickly learned new skills and applied them to daily tasks, improving efficiency and productivity.
- Carried out day-day-day duties accurately and efficiently.
- Demonstrated respect, friendliness and willingness to help wherever needed.
- Worked flexible hours; night, weekend, and holiday shifts.
- Performed duties in accordance with applicable standards, policies and regulatory guidelines to promote safe working environment.
- Maintained energy and enthusiasm in fast-paced environment.
- Proved successful working within tight deadlines and fast-paced atmosphere.
- Used critical thinking to break down problems, evaluate solutions and make decisions.
- Offered friendly and efficient service to customers, handled challenging situations with ease.
VIP HOME HEALTH CARE LPN
01.2013 - 10.2017
- Quickly learned new skills and applied them to daily tasks, improving efficiency and productivity.
- Carried out day-day-day duties accurately and efficiently.
- Demonstrated respect, friendliness and willingness to help wherever needed.
- Worked flexible hours; night, weekend, and holiday shifts.
- Used critical thinking to break down problems, evaluate solutions and make decisions.
- Offered friendly and efficient service to customers, handled challenging situations with ease.
- Participated in continuous improvement by generating suggestions, engaging in problem-solving activities to support teamwork.
- Actively listened to customers, handled concerns quickly and escalated major issues to supervisor.
BELLEVILLE HEALTH CARE REHAB LPN
04.2013 - 06.2015
- Quickly learned new skills and applied them to daily tasks, improving efficiency and productivity.
- Carried out day-day-day duties accurately and efficiently.
- Demonstrated respect, friendliness and willingness to help wherever needed.
- Worked flexible hours; night, weekend, and holiday shifts.
- Served customers and followed outlined steps of service.
- Maintained excellent attendance record, consistently arriving to work on time.
- Developed and maintained courteous and effective working relationships.
Donor Care Specialist
American Red Cross PHLEBOTOMY
St. Louis, MO.
01.1997 - 10.1998
- Posted donor names, blood-control numbers and donor-group numbers to unit log sheet
- Collect blood, pulse and temperature
- Scheduled appointments over telephone for blood-credit information on registration
- LPN : Licensed MO
- And IL
- Drawing blood, lab processed, assessment, medication planner, Foley care, wound care , medication administration , care plan , accu-check
Education
Diploma - Nursing
KASKASKIA COLLEGE
Centralia, IL05.2012
AL- MED ACADEMY Phlebotomy Technician Certificate - undefined
St. Charles
2012
Certified Nurse’s Assistant - undefined
Lewis and Clark Community College
2005
Digital Divide Computer Training Certificate - undefined
Southwestern Illinois College
2005
Certificate - Basic Computer
Bytes Training Institute
7400 West Main Belleville Il07.1997
Skills
- Staff Supervision
- Information Compiling and Auditing
- Epic Systems
- Performance Monitoring
- Medication Administration
- Conflict Resolution
- Needs Assessment
- Procedure Explanation
- Patient Charting
- Conditions Reporting
- Interdisciplinary Team Collaboration
- Intravenous Medications
- Nursing Staff Supervision
Timeline
LPN Charge Nurse
St Paul Community
01.2021 - 03.2022
LPN
Caseyville Health Care Rehab LPN
03.2020 - 12.2021
Collinsville Heath Care Rehab LPN
12.2018 - 10.2020
Swansea Health Care Rehab LPN
11.2017 - 11.2018
BELLEVILLE HEALTH CARE REHAB LPN
04.2013 - 06.2015
VIP HOME HEALTH CARE LPN
01.2013 - 10.2017
Donor Care Specialist
American Red Cross PHLEBOTOMY
01.1997 - 10.1998
Diploma - Nursing
KASKASKIA COLLEGE
AL- MED ACADEMY Phlebotomy Technician Certificate - undefined
St. Charles
Certified Nurse’s Assistant - undefined
Lewis and Clark Community College
Digital Divide Computer Training Certificate - undefined
Southwestern Illinois College
Certificate - Basic Computer
Bytes Training Institute