Brittany Kirouac
Huntingdon,TN
Summary
Dedicated LPN with a proven track record in geriatric care, excelling in medication administration and patient care. Skilled in clinical judgment and effective communication, I fostered a safe healing environment and enhanced patient satisfaction through compassionate support and education. Committed to optimizing health outcomes and mentoring new staff for improved unit efficiency.
Overview
4
4
years of professional experience
Work History
LPN
QCHC
Jackson, TN
03.2025 - Current
- Offered exceptional care and support to individuals recovering from acute incidents and dealing with chronic conditions.
- Promoted patient and family comfort during challenging recoveries to enhance healing and eliminate non-compliance problems.
- Promoted a safe and comfortable healing environment by addressing patient concerns promptly and professionally.
- Remained calm during high-stress, critical situations, demonstrating sustained focus and problem-solving in real-time.
- Educated patients on disease management, self-care techniques, and wellness strategies to improve long-term health outcomes.
- Utilized strong clinical judgment in prioritizing patient needs during high-stress situations, ensuring optimal outcomes.
- Collaborated with interdisciplinary teams for optimized patient treatment plans and outcomes.
- Mentored new nursing staff members, fostering teamwork and improving unit efficiency.
- Reduced medication errors through thorough double-checking of prescriptions and dosages.
LPN
Maristone of Franklin
Franklin, TN
03.2024 - 03.2025
- Maintained accurate documentation of all relevant clinical data, ensuring compliance with regulatory standards.
- Implemented infection control measures, ensuring a clean and safe environment for patients and staff.
- Managed patient care through closely monitoring respiration, blood pressure, and blood glucose levels.
- Enhanced patient satisfaction levels through effective communication and empathetic listening skills.
- Monitored, tracked, and conveyed important patient information to healthcare staff to help optimize treatment planning and care delivery.
- Provided compassionate end-of-life care, ensuring that patients were comfortable and families felt supported during the process.
- Gathered lab specimens, ordered testing, and interpreted results to diagnose patients.
- Assisted with feeding and monitored intake to help patients achieve nutritional objectives.
LPN
Adoration Home Health
Martin, TN
12.2023 - 03.2024
- Promoted proper nutrition by preparing balanced meals tailored specifically to individual dietary needs.
- Monitored vital signs regularly to detect and address potential health concerns promptly.
- Developed strong rapport with patients and families, providing emotional support during difficult times.
- Safeguarded patient privacy by adhering strictly to HIPAA regulations during all interactions.
- Administered prescribed medication and treatment as permitted by state and local regulations in accordance with physician orders.
- Assisted patients with daily living activities, promoting dignity and independence.
- Implemented fall prevention strategies to minimize injury risk among vulnerable patients.
- Administered medications and nutritional feedings through gastronomy tube.
LPN
The Hearth At Franklin
Franklin, TN
04.2021 - 12.2023
- Offered exceptional care and support to individuals recovering from acute incidents and dealing with chronic conditions.
- Promoted patient and family comfort during challenging recoveries to enhance healing and eliminate non-compliance problems.
- Promoted a safe and comfortable healing environment by addressing patient concerns promptly and professionally.
- Remained calm during high-stress, critical situations, demonstrating sustained focus and problem-solving in real-time.
- Educated patients on disease management, self-care techniques, and wellness strategies to improve long-term health outcomes.
- Utilized strong clinical judgment in prioritizing patient needs during high-stress situations, ensuring optimal outcomes.
- Collaborated with interdisciplinary teams for optimized patient treatment plans and outcomes.
- Mentored new nursing staff members, fostering teamwork and improving unit efficiency.
- Reduced medication errors through thorough double-checking of prescriptions and dosages.
Education
Licensed Practical Nurse - Nursing
Tennessee College of Applied Technology
Dickson, TN12.2020
Skills
- Medication administration
- Medical documentation
- Vital signs monitoring
- Verbal and written communication
- Clinical judgment
- Patient care
- HIPAA compliance
- End-of-life care
- Geriatric nursing
- Direct patient care
Certification
BLS certified by the American Heart Association
Timeline
LPN
QCHC
03.2025 - Current
LPN
Maristone of Franklin
03.2024 - 03.2025
LPN
Adoration Home Health
12.2023 - 03.2024
LPN
The Hearth At Franklin
04.2021 - 12.2023
Licensed Practical Nurse - Nursing
Tennessee College of Applied Technology