Bayley Palmer
Gentry,AR
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.
Overview
7
7
years of professional experience
Work History
Licensed Practical Nurse
Concordia Health And Rehab
12.2023 - 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.
- Demonstrated excellent technical skills in wound dressing changes, IV therapy administration, catheter insertion, and other routine nursing procedures.
- Managed time-sensitive tasks effectively under pressure while maintaining composure during critical situations or emergencies.
- Mentored new nursing staff to enhance professional development opportunities within the team dynamic.
- Evaluated patients to identify and address wounds, behavioral concerns, and medically relevant symptoms.
Admissions Coordinator
Apple Creek Health And Rehab
08.2023 - 12.2023
- Confirmed all insurance benefits met standards of admissions as dictated by policy.
- Enhanced patient experience by providing compassionate assistance throughout the admissions process.
- Achieved smoother transitions for patients transferring between different levels of care through effective communication with nursing staff, physicians, therapists, and other key personnel involved in direct patient care.
- Maintained accurate records in electronic health system while safeguarding confidential patient information at all times.
- Prepared and processed patient referrals and transfer requests.
- Performed routine evaluations of each patient's status, needs, and preferences.
- Provided guidance to less experienced LPNs within our team regarding admission procedures, emphasizing the importance of accurate documentation and patient-centered care.
- Prevented complications by promptly identifying potential medication interactions or allergies during the admission process.
- Streamlined the admissions process for increased efficiency, with detailed documentation and timely communication to interdisciplinary team members.
LPN Charge Nurse
Apple Creek Health And Rehab
07.2020 - 08.2023
- Assessed patients' temperature, pulse, and blood pressure and recorded in electronic medical records.
- Delegated tasks effectively, optimizing staff productivity and maintaining a well-organized nursing unit.
- Utilized critical thinking skills to make sound clinical decisions in high-pressure situations, minimizing risks and ensuring patient safety.
- Analyzed patient assessments and laboratory data to bring any issues to attention of physicians.
- Provided compassionate end-of-life care, supporting patients and their families through difficult times.
- Promoted continuity of care by thoroughly documenting shift-to-shift communication in nursing reports.
- Served as a mentor to new nurses, fostering a positive work environment and promoting professional growth.
- Administered medications and injections to patients.
Certified Nursing Assistant
Innisfree Health And Rehab
01.2019 - 07.2020
- Provided high-quality personal care services such as bathing, grooming, dressing, and feeding to ensure patient dignity.
- Assisted patients with daily living activities for enhanced comfort and wellbeing.
- Checked patient vitals such as temperature, blood pressure, and blood sugar levels.
- Maintained a clean, safe environment by sanitizing surfaces, changing linens, and disposing of waste properly.
- Answered call lights and supported patient comfort and safety by adjusting bed rails and equipment.
- Improved patient care quality by monitoring and recording vital signs, fluid intake, and output.
- Reduced fall incidents by implementing safety measures.
Certified Nursing Assistant
Vantage Point Behavioral Health Hospital
09.2017 - 02.2019
- Conducted client rounds to check on residents.
- Delivered compassionate care under challenging circumstances, consistently demonstrating resilience and adaptability when faced with unexpected obstacles or setbacks in patient progress.
- Provided crisis intervention services, successfully de-escalating situations and ensuring patient safety.
- Built and maintained positive staff relationships to promote teamwork and better serve clients.
- Implemented therapeutic activities that promoted skill-building, self-awareness, and healthy coping mechanisms.
- Enhanced patient engagement in their treatment plan through active listening and empathetic communication skills.
Education
Vocational License - Nursing
Northwest Technical Institute
Springdale, AR06.2020
High School Diploma -
Har-Ber High School
Springdale, AR05.2014
Skills
- Medication Administration
- Direct Patient Care
- Vital signs monitoring
- HIPAA Compliance
- Wound Care
- Physical Assessment
- Clinical Documentation
- Behavioral assessment
- Dementia Knowledge and Care
Timeline
Licensed Practical Nurse
Concordia Health And Rehab
12.2023 - Current
Admissions Coordinator
Apple Creek Health And Rehab
08.2023 - 12.2023
LPN Charge Nurse
Apple Creek Health And Rehab
07.2020 - 08.2023
Certified Nursing Assistant
Innisfree Health And Rehab
01.2019 - 07.2020
Certified Nursing Assistant
Vantage Point Behavioral Health Hospital
09.2017 - 02.2019
Vocational License - Nursing
Northwest Technical Institute
High School Diploma -
Har-Ber High School
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