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Brandy Abner

Centerville

Summary

Accomplished Licensed Practical Nurse with a strong background in Alzheimer’s and dementia care at Austin Trace Health and Rehab. Demonstrates expertise in health informatics, patient assessments, and compassionate support. Proven leadership in coordinating multidisciplinary teams has led to significant improvements in patient care outcomes. Aiming to further enhance specialized care quality through continued professional development.

Overview

7
7
years of professional experience

Work History

Licensed Practical Nurse

Austin Trace Health and Rehab
Washington Township
08.2024 - Current
  • Collaborated with multidisciplinary teams to develop long term goals for patients who require ongoing treatment.
  • Collected blood, urine or sputum from patients to perform routine laboratory tests.
  • Administered medications and therapies in accordance with physicians orders.
  • Provided emotional support during difficult times such as end-of-life decisions or family disputes over treatment options.
  • Conducted medication delivery via G-tube.
  • Executed tracheostomy care and suctioning using sterile techniques.

STNA/Elder Assistant

Otterbein Senior Living
Mainville
08.2022 - 08.2024
  • Daily use of Hoyer lifts and sky lifts.
  • Bathing, dressing, and feeding
  • Provide personal hygiene.
  • Communicate at professional levels with nurses and family members.
  • Provided companionship to residents.
  • Acted swiftly to manage emergencies following facility guidelines.

Lead Care Manager

Fairmont Senior Living
Centerville
01.2018 - 08.2023
  • Supervise care managers throughout shift
  • Observe/provide patient care, diet, and hygiene- including heavy lifting and two person assists using a Hoyer lift
  • Provide a safe and calm environment for all residents
  • Maintain privacy and dignity at all times
  • Take residents vitals daily
  • Documentation and data entry using PCC
  • Communicates in a professional manner with nurses and family members in regards to resident's care
  • As a Lead I play an active role in residents care plan
  • Work daily with elders in Alzheimer's and dementia unit

Education

Licensed Practical Nurse - Licensed Practical Nurse

Hondros College of Nursing
Dayton
06.2024

State Tested Nurse's Aide -

Cincinnati State Technical and Community College
Cincinnati, OH
09.2016

Skills

  • Conflict resolution
  • Interpersonal communication
  • Health informatics
  • Knowledge of PCC
  • Knowledge of EPIC systems
  • Time management
  • Foley catheter/ colostomy care
  • Trach care/suctioning
  • Medical records management
  • Patient assessments
  • ADL's
  • Specialize in hospice care
  • Alzheimer's and Dementia care

References

References available upon request.

Timeline

Licensed Practical Nurse

Austin Trace Health and Rehab
08.2024 - Current

STNA/Elder Assistant

Otterbein Senior Living
08.2022 - 08.2024

Lead Care Manager

Fairmont Senior Living
01.2018 - 08.2023

Licensed Practical Nurse - Licensed Practical Nurse

Hondros College of Nursing

State Tested Nurse's Aide -

Cincinnati State Technical and Community College

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