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April Seward

Land O' Lakes

Summary

Compassionate Home Health Nurse recognized for efficient and productive management of tasks. Specialize in patient care, assistance with all ADLs, medication administration, and wound care, Strong ability in developing personalized patient care plans and implementing these. Excel in communication, empathy, and time management to enhance patient comfort and satisfaction while ensuring timely completion of nursing duties. Strong ability to manage complex cases.

Overview

10
10
years of professional experience

Work History

Independent Home Health Nurse

Patricia Forcella
Land O Lakes
07.2021 - Current
  • Assessed patient needs and developed care plans accordingly.
  • Adhered strictly to infection control protocols while caring for clients in their homes.
  • Assisted patients with daily activities such as bathing, dressing, and eating.
  • Provided emotional support and counseling to patients facing difficult decisions regarding their health care options.
  • Responded promptly to emergency calls from clients needing urgent attention at home.
  • Provided home health care services such as wound care, medication administration, and IV therapy.
  • Performed assessments of the patient's physical condition to determine their level of function and need for assistance with activities of daily living.
  • Attended continuing education courses related to home health nursing practices.
  • Monitored vital signs such as blood pressure or pulse rate to detect any changes in a patient's condition.
  • Implemented patient-specific exercises and rehabilitation plans to improve mobility.
  • Provided wound care, including dressing changes and monitoring for signs of infection.
  • Trained new home health nurses, sharing best practices and clinical expertise.
  • Maintained strict patient data procedures to comply with HIPAA laws and prevent information breaches.

In Home Health Care Nurse

Homewatch Caregivers-Las Vegas
Las Vegas
06.2015 - 06.2019

All ADLs, including any and all of the services listed in my most recent career. Worked with many clients in many locations, all with different needs. Worked with all clients to promote the optimum quality of life.

  • Provided emotional support to patients and their families during difficult times.
  • Completed initial assessments of patients and family to determine and address individual home care needs.
  • Delivered compassionate end-of-life care, supporting patients and families emotionally.

Education

Bachelor of Science - Residential Property Management

Virginia Tech
Blacksburg, VA
05-1989

Skills

  • Patient assessment
  • Wound care
  • Continuous learning
  • Rehabilitation planning
  • Occupational therapy assistance
  • Nutritional counseling
  • Geriatric care
  • Chronic disease management
  • Diabetes management
  • HIPAA compliance
  • Speech therapy assistance
  • Creative problem solving
  • Case management
  • Compassionate and caring
  • Heartsaver CPR AED (CPR AED)
  • Self motivation

Timeline

Independent Home Health Nurse

Patricia Forcella
07.2021 - Current

In Home Health Care Nurse

Homewatch Caregivers-Las Vegas
06.2015 - 06.2019

Bachelor of Science - Residential Property Management

Virginia Tech