Proficient and caring nursing team member offering outstanding patient-facing experience. Adept at addressing patient needs with compassionate care and attention to detail. Diligent about maximizing satisfaction, safety and wellness while serving patients of all backgrounds.
Overview
12
12
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Stay-at-home Mom
Self
07.2023 - Current
Self-motivated, with strong sense of personal responsibility.
Built positive and nurturing environments to support child social and emotional growth.
Accomplished multiple tasks within established timeframes.
Demonstrated exceptional time management skills while working on multiple projects simultaneously without compromising quality or deadlines.
PRN LPN Supervisor
Valley View Village
07.2020 - 07.2023
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 clean and safe environment for patients and staff.
Administered controlled narcotics, inserted IVs, and performed catheterizations.
Assisted with admissions, appointments, transfers, and discharges.
Performed wound care treatments using sterile techniques, promoting healing and preventing complications.
Accurately recorded interactions in medical charts, documenting accidents and interventions applied.
Stay-at-home Mom
Self
06.2018 - 07.2020
Managed household and family responsibilities, including childcare and housekeeping
Organized and planned family events and activities
Developed strong organizational and time management skills.
Self-motivated, with strong sense of personal responsibility.
Worked effectively in fast-paced environments.
Skilled at working independently and collaboratively in a team environment.
Float LPN
Wesley Life - The Village
01.2018 - 06.2018
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.
Performed wound care treatments using sterile techniques, promoting healing and preventing complications.
Improved patient outcomes by providing high-quality nursing care and closely monitoring vital signs.
Demonstrated adaptability in working with diverse patient populations across various healthcare settings.
Triage LPN
Iowa Orthopedics
12.2016 - 01.2018
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.
Educated patients, families and caregivers about conditions and treatments.
Maintained detailed documentation of patient records, ensuring compliance with regulatory requirements.
Coordinated referrals to specialists or external healthcare providers when necessary for specialized care.
Developed strong rapport with patients, fostering trust and open communication for better understanding of their concerns.
LPN Field Nurse/Pediatric LPN
Iowa Home Care
11.2014 - 12.2016
Maintained accurate documentation of patient assessments and treatments, ensuring compliance with regulatory standards.
Dispensed and administered patients' medications following care plans and physician's orders.
Completed thorough assessments to identify changes in patients'' condition, implementing appropriate interventions as needed.
Conducted home visits to monitor patient status, adjusting care plans as necessary for optimal health outcomes.
Reduced hospital readmission rates by closely monitoring patients'' progress and executing effective care plans.
Implemented preventive measures that mitigated spread of infections among vulnerable patient populations.
Administered medications safely and effectively, preventing adverse reactions or complications.
LPN
Manor Care of West Des Moines
01.2012 - 04.2016
Assist staff nurses with initial assessment of patients upon admission
Administer medication orally, injection, NG/J/G tube, and breathing treatments
Perform tracheostomy cares/suctioning, wound care, phlebotomy and catheter placement/cares
Monitor patients’ post-procedure, staple and suture removals and additional procedures under the scope of practice
Assess for change in status and perform emergency care and tasks when necessary
Perform patient documentation and effectively communicate with nurse practitioners, physicians and other staff to meet patient’s needs.
LPN
Fleur Heights Care Center
02.2014 - 01.2015
Maintained accurate documentation of all relevant clinical data, ensuring compliance with regulatory standards.
Delegated tasks effectively, optimizing staff productivity and maintaining a well-organized nursing unit.
Enhanced patient care by ensuring adherence to nursing policies, procedures, and standards.
Promoted continuity of care by accurately documenting all pertinent information in electronic medical records systems.
Education
Some College (No Degree) - Nursing
DMACC
Ankeny, Iowa
Practical Nursing - Nursing
Kaplan University
Urbandale, IA
06.2011
Skills
Nursing Documentation
Vital signs monitoring
Teamwork and Collaboration
Problem-Solving
Clinical judgment
HIPAA Compliance
Immunization Administration
Clinical Leadership
Nursing care planning
Healthcare ethics
Positive Attitude
Certification
Heimlich Maneuver
CPR
AED
Mandatory reporting for adults, children, and dependent adults/ HIPPA