Bambie Summerfield, LVN
Hawkins,Texas
Summary
Dynamic Nurse ADON at Senior Living Properties with expertise in medication administration and compassionate patient care. Enhanced patient satisfaction through personalized interventions and effective education on disease management. Proven ability to mentor staff and collaborate with interdisciplinary teams, driving improved health outcomes and fostering a supportive healing environment.
Healthcare professional with solid background in providing high-quality patient care and clinical support. Recognized for collaborative teamwork and results-driven approach, consistently adapting to changing medical needs and priorities. Skilled in patient assessment, medication administration, and maintaining accurate medical records.
Overview
12
12
years of professional experience
Work History
Nurse ADON
Senior Living Properties
05.2023 - Current
- Performed accurate documentation of patient assessments, interventions, and outcomes in compliance with regulatory standards.
- Administered medications via oral, IV, and intramuscular injections and monitored responses.
- Performed routine wound care and dressing changes on schedule.
- Promoted a safe and comfortable healing environment by addressing patient concerns promptly and professionally.
- Educated patients on disease management, self-care techniques, and wellness strategies to improve long-term health outcomes.
- Improved patient satisfaction ratings by delivering compassionate and personalized care.
- Utilized strong clinical judgment in prioritizing patient needs during high-stress situations, ensuring optimal outcomes.
- Mentored new nursing staff members, fostering teamwork and improving unit efficiency.
- Collaborated with interdisciplinary teams for optimized patient treatment plans and outcomes.
- Maintained up-to-date knowledge on emerging trends in nursing practice to enhance effectiveness in delivering quality care.
- Provided emotional support to patients'' family members during critical incidents, strengthening overall trust in the healthcare team.
- Advised patients and caregivers of proper wound management, discharge plan objectives, safe medication use, and disease management.
- Increased quality of care by participating in ongoing professional development opportunities such as workshops, conferences, and online courses.
Wound Care Nurse
Stonegate Nursing Center
10.2021 - 05.2023
- Evaluated patients'' wounds and recommended appropriate treatments, expediting the healing process.
- Treated and carefully tended to vascular and diabetic ulcers.
- Collaborated with healthcare team to implement interventions for wound healing and skin breakdown prevention.
- Collaborated with interdisciplinary teams for comprehensive treatment plans, resulting in improved patient outcomes.
- Implemented plans to prevent pressure ulcers and other wound developments.
- Provided post-surgery treatment and care for patients with ostomies.
- Maintained up-to-date knowledge of advancements in wound care research, incorporating new findings into practice for better results.
- Instructed patients and caregivers on how to clean and dress wounds and how to prevent infections.
- Provided emotional support to patients coping with chronic or complex wounds, facilitating resilience during rehabilitation efforts.
Wound Care Nurse
Treviso Transitional Care Longview
04.2018 - 12.2021
- Assessed and documented patient wounds for appropriate care plans and interventions.
- Administered wound treatments using advanced techniques and evidence-based practices.
- Educated patients and families on wound care management and prevention strategies.
- Developed individualized care plans based on thorough assessments of each patient's needs.
- Mentored new staff in wound assessment protocols and best practices for treatment application.
- Evaluated patients'' wounds and recommended appropriate treatments, expediting the healing process.
- Treated and carefully tended to vascular and diabetic ulcers.
- Conducted regular assessments of patients'' wounds to monitor progress and adjust treatment plans accordingly.
- Reduced wound infection rates through strict adherence to aseptic protocols and proper wound dressing procedures.
- Coordinated with healthcare providers to develop individualized care plans, addressing the unique needs of each patient.
- Developed strong rapport with colleagues across disciplines, fostering collaboration towards shared goals in patient care delivery.
Wound Care Nurse
Colonial Lindale Nursing and Rehab
11.2016 - 04.2018
- Assessed and documented patient wounds for appropriate care plans and interventions.
- Effectively managed inventory of supplies, ensuring availability of necessary materials for timely delivery of care to patients.
- Coordinated with healthcare providers to develop individualized care plans, addressing the unique needs of each patient.
- Participated in quality improvement initiatives focused on enhancing overall wound care services within the facility.
- Conducted comprehensive wound assessments to identify proper intervention strategies, optimizing patient outcomes.
- Participated in interdisciplinary case conferences, offering expert wound care insights to inform comprehensive patient care plans.
Dialysis Licensed Practical Nurse
DaVita
04.2013 - 11.2016
- Administered dialysis treatments, ensuring patient comfort and adherence to care protocols.
- Monitored vital signs and documented changes in patient conditions accurately.
- Managed equipment maintenance and troubleshooting for dialysis machines effectively.
- Trained and mentored new staff on operational procedures and best practices.
- Implemented infection control protocols, enhancing patient safety and compliance standards.
- Safeguarded against medication errors by carefully administering prescribed medications under the supervision of a registered nurse, adhering to strict dosage guidelines and protocols.
- Ensured compliance with federal and state regulations related to licensure, certification, and continuing education requirements for dialysis licensed practical nurses.
Education
Liscensed Vocational Nurse
Kilgore College
Kilgore, TX12.2012
Skills
- Medication administration
- Medication and IV administration
- Patient care
- Direct patient care
- Patient assessment
- Clinical documentation
- Patient education
- Clinical judgment
- Compassionate care
- Family education
- Healthcare ethics
- Wound management
Timeline
Nurse ADON
Senior Living Properties
05.2023 - Current
Wound Care Nurse
Stonegate Nursing Center
10.2021 - 05.2023
Wound Care Nurse
Treviso Transitional Care Longview
04.2018 - 12.2021
Wound Care Nurse
Colonial Lindale Nursing and Rehab
11.2016 - 04.2018
Dialysis Licensed Practical Nurse
DaVita
04.2013 - 11.2016
Liscensed Vocational Nurse
Kilgore College
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