Brittney Wilson
Milledgeville,GA
Summary
Dedicated LPN with extensive experience at Chaplinwood H&R, showcasing expertise in geriatric nursing and compassionate care. Excelled in medication administration and patient advocacy, significantly enhancing care outcomes. Skilled in collaborating with interdisciplinary teams to develop patient-centered plans, demonstrating a commitment to improving health and well-being.
Overview
11
11
years of professional experience
Work History
LPN
Chaplinwood H&R
08.2024 - Current
- Assisted with feeding and monitored intake to help patients achieve nutritional objectives.
- Collaborated with interdisciplinary team of healthcare and social service providers to address patients' needs through effective intervention and care planning.
- Comforted and counseled patients and families throughout care process.
- Obtained patient vital signs and input/output measurements from inpatients.
- Evaluated patients to identify and address wounds, behavioral concerns, and medically relevant symptoms.
- Performed routine evaluations of each patient's status, needs, and preferences.
- Used aseptic techniques to provide sterilized wound care and dressing applications.
- Delivered updates in patient status to charge nurse, recording changes in medical records.
- Monitored, tracked, and conveyed important patient information to healthcare staff to help optimize treatment planning and care delivery.
- Documented accurate and complete patient information to address patient problems and expected outcomes.
- Improved patient outcomes by providing high-quality nursing care and closely monitoring vital signs.
- Streamlined medication administration processes, reducing wait times and increasing patient compliance.
- Coordinated with pharmacy staff to ensure accurate medication dispensing, minimizing errors.
- Monitored patient reactions to medications and treatments, quickly addressing adverse reactions.
- Implemented infection control protocols, significantly reducing incidence of hospital-acquired infections.
- Collaborated with interdisciplinary healthcare team members to develop individualized care plans for patients.
- Advocated for patients' needs and preferences with healthcare providers, fostering patient-centered care.
- Delivered wound care and managed dressings, preventing infections and promoting healing.
- Administered medications to ensure adherence to treatment plans, improving health outcomes.
- Mentored new nursing staff to enhance professional development opportunities within the team dynamic.
- Administered medications and injections to patients.
Certified Nursing Assistant/CMA
Chaplinwood H&R
04.2019 - 08.2024
- Assisted with feeding and monitored intake to help patients achieve nutritional objectives.
- Cared for residents in assisted living facility and delivered high-quality support to meet needs.
- Performed accurate documentation of patient information according to established protocols for record-keeping purposes.
- Promoted independence in patients through walking exercises or assisting them with mobility devices like walkers or wheelchairs.
- Assisted patients with daily living activities for enhanced comfort and wellbeing.
- Conducted regular rounds to monitor patients'' physical and mental status throughout shifts.
- Maintained a clean, safe environment by sanitizing surfaces, changing linens, and disposing of waste properly.
- Assisted nursing staff with completing daily rounds, documenting vital signs and answering calls.
- Documented patient information and care activities in electronic health record.
- Provided care to patients throughout lifespan with consideration of aging processes, human development stages and culture.
- Checked patient vitals such as temperature, blood pressure, and blood sugar levels.
- Delivered individualized patient care by recording vital signs, documenting observations, administering treatments, and evaluating patient needs.
- Answered call lights and supported patient comfort and safety by adjusting bed rails and equipment.
- Cared for clients with diagnoses such as respiratory failure, diabetes, Parkinson's disease and muscular dystrophy.
- Promoted good oral and personal hygiene by aiding patients with shaving, bathing, and teeth brushing.
- Provided high-quality personal care services such as bathing, grooming, dressing, and feeding to ensure patient dignity.
- Prevented pressure ulcers development through frequent turning, repositioning of patients, and diligent skin assessments.
- Served as an advocate for each patient's needs during shift handoffs or interdisciplinary conferences with other healthcare professionals.
- Assisted nurses with wound care procedures ensuring proper healing processes took place.
- Transported patients between rooms and appointments or testing locations.
Home Health Aide
Butts Home Care
03.2014 - 03.2019
- Assisted patients with dressing, grooming and feeding needs, helping to overcome, and adapt to mobility restrictions.
- Assisted disabled clients to support independence and well-being.
- Followed nutritional plans to prepare optimal meals.
- Improved patient well-being by providing compassionate and attentive personal care.
- Monitored vital signs regularly, promptly reporting any abnormalities or concerns to supervising nurse or physician.
- Safely transferred patients using appropriate equipment such as Hoyer lifts or gait belts minimizing injury risks.
- Performed light housekeeping duties including laundry linen changes sweeping vacuuming and mopping ensuring a clean and organized living space for patients.
- Monitored client health by performing routine pulse, temperature and blood pressure checks.
- Performed laundry, grocery shopping and other light housekeeping duties as instructed by client.
- Monitored changes in clients' conditions to report concerns to supervisor.
- Administered medications in accordance with doctor's instructions.
- Provided transportation and appointments management.
- Traveled to clients' homes to complete healthcare services and promote continuity of care.
- Administered medications as prescribed, ensuring proper dosage and timely administration for optimal health outcomes.
- Assisted with meal planning and preparation according to dietary restrictions, meeting nutritional needs while adhering to personal preferences.
- Assisted with end-of-life care.
- Worked effectively in fast-paced environments.
- Worked well in a team setting, providing support and guidance.
Education
Diploma - Nursing
Oconee Fall Line Technical College
Sandersville, GA07.2024
Diploma -
Baldwin High School
Milledgeville, GA05.2012
Skills
- Vital signs monitoring
- Medical Documentation
- Geriatric Nursing
- Catheter Care
- Compassionate Care
- End of life care
- Rehabilitation Nursing
- Psychiatric Nursing
- Home healthcare
- Behavioral Health
- Medication Administration
- Patient Care
Timeline
LPN
Chaplinwood H&R
08.2024 - Current
Certified Nursing Assistant/CMA
Chaplinwood H&R
04.2019 - 08.2024
Home Health Aide
Butts Home Care
03.2014 - 03.2019
Diploma - Nursing
Oconee Fall Line Technical College
Diploma -
Baldwin High School
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