With over 8 years experience in long term care, I have gained experience and passion for this career. I began as a CNA and then went back to school for my LPN. I am now in a leadership position at an Assisted Living.
Overview
8
8
years of professional experience
Work History
Health Services Coordinator
Cornerstone Assisted Living
02.2023 - Current
Oversee general health and well being of assisted living tenants while ensuring we are in compliance with state laws and regulations.
Complete initial assessments, 30 and 90 day assessments, and significant change assessments.
Coordinate medical appointments for all tenants.
Follow up on doctor's orders, enter new orders into MAR.
Document on EHR.
Write, review and update service plans for each tenant.
Communicate with tenants, families, physicians and other care team members.
Promote dignity and independence
Supervise and manage resident aids.
Charge Nurse
Good Shepherd Health Center
10.2020 - 02.2023
Ensure health and well being of residents on my assigned unit; anywhere from 28-38 residents
Administer medications and complete treatments per physicians orders.
Receive physician orders and ensure they are entered into MAR.
Complete assessments such as skin assessments, skilled assessments and assessments as needed to change in status.
Communicate with families, physicians and nursing supervisor. Supervise CNAs.
Follow and provide input for service plans
Promote dignity and independence
CNA
Good Shepherd Health Center
10.2017 - 05.2020
Provide ADL assistance to residents
Complete proper documentation on EHR
Communicate with team members and nurse regarding any concerns.
Promote dignity and independence
Education
Associates Of Science - General
North Iowa Area Community College
Mason City, IA
2011
Licensed Practical Nurse -
North Iowa Area Community College
Mason City, IA
2020
Skills
HIPAA
LPN supervisory course
Assisted Living Management Course
LPN IV certification course
Initial, 30 day, 90 day and significant change assessments
Experience with electronic health records, order entries, MAR Currently using Point Click Care
Supervisory experience through my roles as a charge nurse and now health services coordinator