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Baljit Kaur

Bakersfield,CA

Summary

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. Well-qualified medical professional with experience triaging patients, capturing information and completing basic procedures such as wound care. Excellent communication, prioritization and multitasking abilities with sound judgment and compassionate nature. Background in clinic and hospital environments.

Overview

7
7
years of professional experience

Work History

LVN

Professional Carrier
02.1991 - 11.1997
  • Administered medications accurately and in a timely manner, ensuring proper treatment for various conditions.
  • Monitored vital signs and assessed patients regularly, swiftly identifying any changes in condition and addressing concerns promptly.
  • Promoted a positive work environment among nursing staff through collaboration, open communication, and support.
  • Provided high-quality wound care, reducing the risk of infection and promoting timely healing.
  • Promoted continuity of care by maintaining detailed documentation of patients'' health status, interventions, and outcomes.
  • Supported patients during difficult transitions to home-based care, providing emotional support and practical guidance.
  • Enhanced patient recovery process through effective communication and collaboration with interdisciplinary healthcare teams.
  • Provided physical assessments, medication, and chronic disease management to home health patients.
  • Responded to patient requests with appropriate clinical and personal assistance.
  • Worked with multidisciplinary team to carry out successful treatment plans for diverse acute and chronic conditions.
  • Reduced hospital readmissions by closely monitoring patients'' progress and adjusting care plans as needed.
  • Took samples to complete diagnostic and routine assessment tests.
  • Protected patients and healthcare team members from infection by sterilizing equipment and reusable supplies.
  • Supported personal care needs, shopping for groceries, and cleaning house.
  • Maintained patient privacy and confidentiality by adhering to HIPAA regulations and organizational policies at all times.
  • Contributed to improved quality of life for patients with chronic conditions through skilled symptom management and education on self-care practices.
  • Empowered patients to take control of their own health by teaching them about medications, nutrition, and exercise regimens tailored to their specific conditions.
  • Stayed current with the latest industry trends and best practices through ongoing professional development and continuing education opportunities.

LVN

California Christian Home
03.1991 - 02.1997
  • Administered medications accurately and in a timely manner, ensuring proper treatment for various conditions.
  • Performed routine evaluations of each patient's status, needs, and preferences.
  • Managed time efficiently during busy shifts by multitasking effectively without compromising quality of care.
  • Coordinated patient transfers to other facilities.
  • Helped patients complete bathing, dressing and eating.
  • Developed and implemented individualized patient care plans.
  • Took samples to complete diagnostic and routine assessment tests.
  • Supported diagnoses by taking blood samples from patients for laboratory testing.
  • Managed various general office duties such as answering multiple telephone lines, completing insurance forms, and mailing monthly invoice statements to patients.
  • Circulated assigned floor to measure and record patients' fluid and food levels, implementing measures to promote healthy intake and output as necessary.
  • Reviewed patient history to verify conditions and current medications.
  • Helped long-term care residents with bathing, dressing, feeding, and other daily living activities.
  • Provided diagnosis information, treatment possibilities, disease management tips and wound care advice to patients, loved ones and caregivers.
  • Protected patients and healthcare team members from infection by sterilizing equipment and reusable supplies.
  • Delivered emotional support to patients and families during challenging times.
  • Worked with multidisciplinary team to carry out successful treatment plans for diverse acute and chronic conditions.
  • Clearly and thoroughly explained diagnoses, treatment options and procedures to patients and loved ones, checking in to verify understanding.
  • Evaluated patient histories, complaints, and current symptoms.
  • Provided patient education on health care issues and prescribed medications.
  • Assessed patients' temperature, pulse, and blood pressure and recorded in electronic medical records.
  • Administered medications and injections to patients.
  • Monitored patient health conditions to report changes to assigned physician.
  • Monitored, tracked, and conveyed important patient information to healthcare staff to help optimize treatment planning and care delivery.
  • Minimized staff and patient infection risk by cleaning and disinfecting equipment instruments.

LVN

El Monte Conv Hospital
01.1991 - 02.1997
  • Administered medications accurately and in a timely manner, ensuring proper treatment for various conditions.
  • Performed routine evaluations of each patient's status, needs, and preferences.
  • Monitored vital signs and assessed patients regularly, swiftly identifying any changes in condition and addressing concerns promptly.
  • Documented accurate and complete patient information to address patient problems and expected outcomes.
  • Promoted a positive work environment among nursing staff through collaboration, open communication, and support.
  • Provided high-quality wound care, reducing the risk of infection and promoting timely healing.
  • Managed time efficiently during busy shifts by multitasking effectively without compromising quality of care.
  • Managed patient care through closely monitoring respiration, blood pressure, and blood glucose levels.
  • Mentored new LVN hires through the orientation process, sharing expertise to support their integration into the team successfully.
  • Demonstrated strong clinical judgment by assessing symptoms quickly and prioritizing appropriate interventions accordingly.
  • Streamlined documentation processes by maintaining accurate medical records through electronic charting systems.
  • Enhanced patient care by providing compassionate and individualized attention, leading to improved health outcomes.
  • Maintained thorough knowledge of emergency procedures, effectively responding to urgent situations when required.
  • Obtained patient vital signs and input/output measurements from inpatients.
  • Performed IV therapy treatments safely and accurately, administering fluids and medications as ordered by physicians.
  • Coordinated with healthcare providers to schedule diagnostic tests for patients, expediting care plans as necessary.
  • Educated patients and their families on disease management, medication administration, and at-home care techniques, empowering them to take control of their health.
  • Continuously pursued professional development opportunities to stay current on best practices in the nursing field, ensuring optimal patient outcomes.
  • Collaborated with interdisciplinary team of healthcare and social service providers to address patients' needs through effective intervention and care planning.
  • Facilitated efficient patient admissions, transfers, and discharges while maintaining clear communication with all parties involved.
  • Collaborated with interdisciplinary healthcare teams to develop comprehensive care plans tailored to patients'' needs.
  • Contributed to infection control measures by adhering to strict hygiene protocols and educating staff on best practices.
  • Cared for wounds, provided treatments, and assisted with procedures.
  • Evaluated patients to identify and address wounds, behavioral concerns, and medically relevant symptoms.
  • Used aseptic techniques to provide sterilized wound care and dressing applications.
  • Assisted with admissions, appointments, transfers, and discharges.
  • Answered incoming phone calls from patients to provide basic assistance and triage medical concerns.
  • Educated patients and caregivers on medical diagnoses, treatment options, chronic disease self-management and wound management.
  • Delivered updates in patient status to charge nurse, recording changes in medical records.
  • Gathered lab specimens, ordered testing, and interpreted results to diagnose patients.
  • Minimized staff and patient infection risk by cleaning and disinfecting equipment instruments.

LVN

Wellesely Manor Hospital
01.1991 - 01.1992
  • Administered medications accurately and in a timely manner, ensuring proper treatment for various conditions.
  • Performed routine evaluations of each patient's status, needs, and preferences.
  • Monitored vital signs and assessed patients regularly, swiftly identifying any changes in condition and addressing concerns promptly.
  • Documented accurate and complete patient information to address patient problems and expected outcomes.
  • Promoted a positive work environment among nursing staff through collaboration, open communication, and support.
  • Provided high-quality wound care, reducing the risk of infection and promoting timely healing.
  • Managed time efficiently during busy shifts by multitasking effectively without compromising quality of care.
  • Managed patient care through closely monitoring respiration, blood pressure, and blood glucose levels.
  • Mentored new LVN hires through the orientation process, sharing expertise to support their integration into the team successfully.
  • Demonstrated strong clinical judgment by assessing symptoms quickly and prioritizing appropriate interventions accordingly.
  • Streamlined documentation processes by maintaining accurate medical records through electronic charting systems.
  • Enhanced patient care by providing compassionate and individualized attention, leading to improved health outcomes.
  • Maintained thorough knowledge of emergency procedures, effectively responding to urgent situations when required.
  • Obtained patient vital signs and input/output measurements from inpatients.
  • Coordinated with healthcare providers to schedule diagnostic tests for patients, expediting care plans as necessary.
  • Educated patients and their families on disease management, medication administration, and at-home care techniques, empowering them to take control of their health.
  • Continuously pursued professional development opportunities to stay current on best practices in the nursing field, ensuring optimal patient outcomes.

Education

Associate of Science - LVN

Punjab
Punjab
01.1987

Skills

  • Compassionate Care
  • Diabetes management
  • Clinical Documentation
  • Pediatric Care
  • Vital signs monitoring
  • Catheter Care
  • Elderly Care
  • Feeding Tube Assistance
  • Tracheostomy Care
  • Behavioral health support
  • Healthcare Software Proficiency
  • Direct Patient Care
  • Immunization Administration
  • Medication Administration
  • Wound Care
  • Patient Care
  • HIPAA Compliance
  • Breathing Treatments
  • ADL Assistance
  • Health Education
  • Vital signs
  • Documentation accuracy
  • Patient relationship building
  • Outpatient Care
  • Emergency Response
  • Patient Assessments
  • Patient triaging
  • Medication Dispensing
  • Family Communication
  • Clinical judgment
  • Care Planning
  • Patient Intake
  • Documenting intake
  • Transcribing orders
  • Patient evaluations
  • Geriatric Care
  • Staff Supervision
  • Physical Assessment
  • Maintaining nutrition
  • Preventive Care
  • Patient Management
  • Chronic Disease Management
  • Caregiving skills
  • Mental Health Support
  • Pulse oximetry tracking
  • Inpatient Care
  • Medical Records Management
  • EMR / EHR
  • Indirect Patient Care
  • Medical office administration
  • Palliative Care
  • Behavioral assessment
  • Case Management
  • Shared governance
  • Rehabilitation techniques
  • Regulatory Requirements
  • Writing reports
  • Strong Clinical Judgment
  • Attention to Detail
  • Patient Education

Timeline

LVN

California Christian Home
03.1991 - 02.1997

LVN

Professional Carrier
02.1991 - 11.1997

LVN

El Monte Conv Hospital
01.1991 - 02.1997

LVN

Wellesely Manor Hospital
01.1991 - 01.1992

Associate of Science - LVN

Punjab
Baljit Kaur