April Wright
Summerville,GA
Summary
Organized and knowledgeable Wound care certified Nurse with expertise in patient treatment and care. Demonstrated ability to provide swift and accurate assessments while remaining composed in high-pressure situations. Proven track record of effectively collaborating with physicians to uphold exceptional healthcare standards.
Overview
15
15
years of professional experience
Work History
Wound Prevention Nurse
Lifecare of Collegedale
Collegedale, Tennesee
04.2022 - Current
- Treated patients undergoing bowel surgery and experiencing digestive system wounds.
- Classified wounds using staging system based on visual evaluation of affected tissue.
- Minimized patient skin breakdown by devising and carrying out skin care plan.
- Viewed electronic health system records to evaluate patient wound care history, other relevant medical information and prescription medications.
- Assisted with day-to-day operations, working efficiently and productively with all team members.
- Provided professional services and support in a dynamic work environment.
- Developed and maintained courteous and effective working relationships.
Charge LPN
National Healthcare Corp
Rossville, GA
12.2021 - 04.2022
- Administered medications in accordance with policies and legal limitations.
- Observed and reported changes in condition of patients and signs and symptoms of deviations from normal health status.
- Educated patients on conditions, medications and self-care skills.
- Documented adverse patient reactions to medications and reported findings to supervisors.
Wound Care Coordinator
National Healthcare Corp
Fort Oglethorpe, GA
06.2015 - 12.2021
- Worked with healthcare teams to assess patients, manage wounds and monitor healing.
- Cared for patients with various wounds caused by injuries, medical treatments and diseases.
- Viewed electronic health system records to evaluate patient wound care history, other relevant medical information and prescription medications.
- Continually assessed patient pain levels and applied appropriate pain management techniques.
Home Health LPN
Amedisys Home Health
Summerville, Georgia
07.2014 - 06.2015
- Assisted patients with activities of daily living and functional mobility to increase comfort and quality of life.
- Participated in on-call rotations and delivered after-hours care.
- Collected biological samples for routine laboratory testing to assist diagnostic processes.
- Completed initial assessments of patients and family to determine and address individual home care needs.
Wound Care Nurse
National Healthcare Corp
Rossville, GA
11.2009 - 02.2014
- Classified wounds using staging system based on visual evaluation of affected tissue.
- Minimized patient skin breakdown by devising and carrying out skin care plan.
- Viewed electronic health system records to evaluate patient wound care history, other relevant medical information and prescription medications.
- Alerted physician of diagnostic study results and changes in patient condition.
Education
- LPN
Georgia Northwestern Technical College
Rome, GA09-2009
Skills
- Medication and IV administration
- Care plan implementation
- Direct Patient Care
- Wound Management
- Patient Education
- Treatment Planning
Timeline
Wound Prevention Nurse
Lifecare of Collegedale
04.2022 - Current
Charge LPN
National Healthcare Corp
12.2021 - 04.2022
Wound Care Coordinator
National Healthcare Corp
06.2015 - 12.2021
Home Health LPN
Amedisys Home Health
07.2014 - 06.2015
Wound Care Nurse
National Healthcare Corp
11.2009 - 02.2014
- LPN
Georgia Northwestern Technical College
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