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Barbara Boahene-Bruce

Worcester,MA

Summary

Dedicated LPN with a proven track record at AdCare Hospital, excelling in medication administration and patient care. Known for meticulous documentation accuracy and a strong adherence to nursing ethics, I significantly improved patient assessment processes. My commitment to excellence ensures high-quality care and supports employer-desired outcomes.

Overview

20
20
years of professional experience

Work History

LPN

Devereux Foundation
03.2013 - Current

* Perform assessments and administer medications.

* Follow treatment plans.

* Respond to client's medical, psychiatric and autistic needs.

*Utilize time management skills to prioritize tasks effectively, allowing for efficient completion of daily responsibilities.

LPN

AdCare Hospital
10.2011 - Current
  • Provide patients with a safe medically managed detox by assessing signs and symptoms of withdrawal.
  • Administer medications to patients in a safe and accurate manner.
  • Reduce medication errors by accurately administering medications and diligently verifying patient information.
  • Monitor effects of medications administered and documented accurately and appropriately.
  • Assist in the implementation of established treatment plans.
  • Maintained accurate documentation of all relevant clinical data, ensuring compliance with regulatory standards.
  • Adhered to treatment plan instructions when administering medications and treatments to patients.
  • Respond to patients medical and psychiatric needs and reports to charge nurse or doctor when appropriate.

DSW II Worker

Glavin Regional Center
09.2007 - 11.2011

* Provide direct care services to individuals who are physically challenged.

* Perform functional supervision of DSW I in addition to ensuring compliance with the department's goals and missions.

* Provide health and safety measures through First aid, CPR, RVB (Responsive to Violent Behavior), fire safety, crisis intervention and so forth.

* Assist with appointments.

Instructor for First Aid and CPR.

CNA

Shrewsbury Crossing
09.2008 - 07.2010

* Assist the elderly with care, daily activities and doctor's appointments.

* Pass medication safely.

* Provide comfort measures for those with hospice care.

* Provide comfort, empathy, and time for the dying client and family.

CNA

Neuro Rehabilitation
08.2005 - 09.2007

* Provide and assist with patient's ADL and meals.

* Responsible for vital signs, intake and output documentation.

* Provide foley catheter and colostomy care.

* Assist and help nurses and co-workers where help is needed.

Education

Practical Nurse Education Certificate. - Nursing

Quinsigamond Community College
Worcester, MA
06.2011

Skills

  • Medication administration
  • Vital signs monitoring
  • Medical documentation
  • Nursing ethics
  • Patient assessments
  • Medication dispensing
  • Patient care
  • Documentation accuracy

Languages

Twi
Native or Bilingual
English
Native or Bilingual

Timeline

LPN

Devereux Foundation
03.2013 - Current

LPN

AdCare Hospital
10.2011 - Current

CNA

Shrewsbury Crossing
09.2008 - 07.2010

DSW II Worker

Glavin Regional Center
09.2007 - 11.2011

CNA

Neuro Rehabilitation
08.2005 - 09.2007

Practical Nurse Education Certificate. - Nursing

Quinsigamond Community College
Barbara Boahene-Bruce