Bernard Dure
Jasper,IN
Summary
Dedicated and compassionate License Practical Nurse with 6 years of hands-on experience in delivering high quality patient care. Skillfully completes tasks and fosters relationships with patients, caregivers and coworkers to drive patient care goals and advance nursing philosophies.
Overview
22
22
years of professional experience
Work History
LPN Nurse
Brickyard Health care
Petersburg, IN
12.2021 - Current
- Ensured that all medications were administered accurately and on time as prescribed by the physician.
- Observed patients for any changes in their condition or behaviour, reported findings to the supervisor or physician in charge.
- Instructed patients and their families about disease prevention, proper nutrition, medication management and other health related topics.
- Monitored patient progress during treatments or procedures, reporting any abnormalities to the healthcare team immediately.
- Performed wound care including changing dressings, cleaning wounds, applying ointments and medications and providing other necessary treatments.
- Administered medications orally, intravenously or intramuscularly depending on the prescription given by the doctor.
- Observed, charted and reported developments in patient health condition in [Number]-bed hospital.
LPN Nurse
Cathedral Health Care Center
Jasper, IN
06.2018 - 08.2022
- Assessed and evaluated patient needs, developed and implemented nursing care plans, and monitored progress.
- Provided direct patient care including wound management, medication administration, IV therapy, assessments, and treatments.
- Monitored vital signs such as temperature, pulse rate, blood pressure, respiration rate, oxygen saturation levels.
- Administered prescribed medications following established protocols while monitoring for adverse reactions or side effects.
- Provided attentive healthcare to sick, disabled and injured patients.
- Notified physicians and other personnel of changes in patients' conditions.
- Administered medications and therapies in accordance with physicians orders.
- Charted changes in patient conditions and discussed concerns with supervising healthcare provider.
CNA
Lord Chamberlain Nursing & Rehabilitation Center
Stratford, CT
07.2010 - 07.2018
- Provided assistance with activities of daily living, including bathing, dressing and grooming.
- Assisted patients in ambulation and transfers using proper body mechanics.
- Performed vital sign assessments, such as taking blood pressure and temperature.
- Documented patient care services by charting in designated areas.
- Reported changes in patient conditions to registered nurse or physician.
- Answered patient call lights promptly and responded to requests appropriately.
- Observed patients for any physical or emotional changes, reported findings to medical staff immediately.
- Assisted with range of motion exercises and other rehabilitative activities per physician orders.
- Collaborated with interdisciplinary team members to ensure quality patient care was delivered at all times.
- Monitored food intake and output as directed by nursing staff.
- Ensured compliance with HIPAA regulations regarding confidentiality of information.
Parts Delivery Driver
Mercedes-Benz
Greenwich, CT
03.2004 - 04.2008
- Delivered parts to customers in a timely manner.
- Loaded and unloaded parts from delivery truck.
- Inspected vehicles for mechanical items and safety issues prior to loading.
- Communicated with customers regarding orders, returns, and exchanges.
- Reported any problems or damage to supervisor immediately upon return from route.
- Responded to customer inquiries in a courteous manner.
- Provided assistance unloading parts at customer locations when necessary.
Security Officer
USA Security Services
Stamford, CT
02.2002 - 04.2004
- Checked for safety hazards and took corrective action when necessary.
- Monitored surveillance cameras and responded to suspicious activity.
- Conducted regular security patrols of the facility grounds, parking lots, and perimeter areas.
- Investigated all reported incidents of theft or vandalism on premises.
- Enforced access control measures in accordance with established procedures.
- Responded to alarms and conducted investigations as required.
- Confirmed visitor identification prior to granting entry into the building.
- Assisted in the development and implementation of security policies and procedures.
- Participated in training sessions to stay up-to-date on current security trends and best practices.
Education
Nursing
Stone Academy - Hamden
West Haven, CT05-2018
English 101,102 Biology,chem,
Housatonic Community College
Bridgeport, CTA&P 1,2 and Math
Naugatuck High School
Naugatuck, CTLanguages
English
Professional
French
Native/ Bilingual
Haitian creole
Native/ Bilingual
Timeline
LPN Nurse
Brickyard Health care
12.2021 - Current
LPN Nurse
Cathedral Health Care Center
06.2018 - 08.2022
CNA
Lord Chamberlain Nursing & Rehabilitation Center
07.2010 - 07.2018
Parts Delivery Driver
Mercedes-Benz
03.2004 - 04.2008
Security Officer
USA Security Services
02.2002 - 04.2004
Nursing
Stone Academy - Hamden
English 101,102 Biology,chem,
Housatonic Community College
A&P 1,2 and Math
Naugatuck High School
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