Carolyn Williams
West Haven,CT
Summary
Dedicated licensed practical nurse with experience in geriatric/medical surgical and Pediatric nursing. Knowledge of medication administration and training. Reliable, ethical healthcare provider with ability to stay calm and intervene during crises and to collaborate on multidisciplinary teams. Proven ability to build positive relationships with patients, family members, physicians and other medical providers.
Overview
22
22
years of professional experience
Work History
Licensed Practical Nurse
Grimes Center
06.2023 - Current
- Improved patient outcomes by administering medications, monitoring vital signs, and documenting relevant information.
- Cared for wounds, provided treatments, and assisted with procedures.
- Assisted with admissions, appointments, transfers, and discharges.
- Collaborated with interdisciplinary healthcare teams to ensure continuous quality improvement in patient care delivery.
Licensed Practical nurse
AllPointe Care
08.2018 - 01.2024
- Provide skilled nursing care for clients adults and children in their place of residence with complex medical attention, under the supervision of a registered nurse
- Assess neurological, respiratory, gastrointestinal and cardiovascular systems
- Maintain regular communication with the Nurse Supervisor to review coordination of care
- Attend Interdisciplinary Team meetings to assist with coordination of care of clients
- Implement, evaluate and document all client care interventions and responses
- Monitor and report significant changes in client condition.
Licensed Practical Nurse
Pediatric Services of America
12.2016 - 08.2019
- Care of medically fragile kids, adolescents and adults with different medical diagnosis and needs
- Administer medications, nebulizer therapy, tube feedings/ re-insertions, tracheostomy and wound care
- Assist with activities of daily living, hygiene, bathing, range of motion and positioning
- Maintaining a safe and caring environment to reduce client stress, providing respite support to family members
- Prepare clinical/progress notes
- Follow a plan of care to provide clients with the highest level of comfort and quality of life.
Licensed Practical Nurse
Ready Nurse Agency
04.2013 - 03.2015
- Work in different facilities with patients diagnosed with diverse medical needs
- Assessing, medicating and carrying out doctor orders, charting on medication that were given per doctor's order and behaviors.
Licensed Practical Nurse
Advanced Nursing & Rehabilitation Center
03.2006 - 08.2013
- Worked as an LPN in a 300 bed nursing home facility of which I served 20 patients daily
- Treated residents with dementia, Alzheimer, and diabetes
- I worked with an interdisciplinary team of APRNs, RNs, SWs MDs making sure residents medical needs are met and assigning or delegating responsibilities to other members of the team.
Licensed Practical Nurse
Soundview
05.2004 - 03.2006
- Handled multifaceted nursing tasks while under the supervision of an experienced RN.
Licensed Nurse
St. Raphael Hospital
05.2002 - 03.2004
- Worked under the supervision of an RN providing bedside care treatment and clinical documentation for patients on geriatric, surgical and medical floors
- Handled medication administration, dressing changes, IVs and other aspects of nursing care
- Helped facilitated admission, discharges and participated in interdisciplinary team discussions.
Education
PNEP -
Eli Whitney Vocational School
05.2002
Skills
- Blood Draw
- Medication Administration
- IV Medication Administration
- Patient Assessment
- Quality and Continuity of Care
- Geriatric Nursing
- Pediatric Nursing
- Computer Skills
- Patient Advocacy
- Parent/Patient/Family Education
- Foley catheterization
- G and J tube feeding and care
- Colostomy and urostomy care
Accomplishments
- Helped uphold agency policies and procedures in the areas of resident and client care, procedures, safety methods, discharge planning and documentation.
- Responded to numerous emergency situations and violent altercations, earning the respect of supervisors and coworkers for calm and level headedness and quick thinking to restore the safety and security of patients and staff.
- Completed training in team building medication administration.
- Conflict resolution trainings
Additional Information
Known as a patient advocate and team player at the same time can work independently, excellent time management skills and ability to multitask and provide patients with exceptional delivery healthcare, education and enhance wellness and quality of life.
References
References are available on request
Timeline
Licensed Practical Nurse
Grimes Center
06.2023 - Current
Licensed Practical nurse
AllPointe Care
08.2018 - 01.2024
Licensed Practical Nurse
Pediatric Services of America
12.2016 - 08.2019
Licensed Practical Nurse
Ready Nurse Agency
04.2013 - 03.2015
Licensed Practical Nurse
Advanced Nursing & Rehabilitation Center
03.2006 - 08.2013
Licensed Practical Nurse
Soundview
05.2004 - 03.2006
Licensed Nurse
St. Raphael Hospital
05.2002 - 03.2004
PNEP -
Eli Whitney Vocational School
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