Brittni Ballard
Summary
At Sheridan Healthcare and Rehabilitation Center, I honed my expertise in geriatric and rehabilitation nursing, significantly enhancing patient outcomes through meticulous vital signs monitoring and compassionate care. My proactive approach to medical documentation and patient assessments, coupled with a commitment to health promotion, fostered a trust-based relationship with patients and improved team efficiency.
Overview
6
6
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
LPN
Sheridan Healthcare and Rehabilitation Center
06.2018 - Current
- Utilized time management skills to prioritize tasks effectively, allowing for efficient completion of daily responsibilities.
- Administered controlled narcotics, inserted IVs, and performed catheterizations.
- Conducted thorough patient assessments to identify medical needs and develop appropriate treatment plans.
- Improved patient outcomes by providing high-quality nursing care and closely monitoring vital signs.
- Obtained patient vital signs and input/output measurements from inpatients.
- Assisted with admissions, appointments, transfers, and discharges.
- Collaborated with interdisciplinary team of healthcare and social service providers to address patients' needs through effective intervention and care planning.
- Managed patient care through closely monitoring respiration, blood pressure, and blood glucose levels.
- Performed routine evaluations of each patient's status, needs, and preferences.
- Addressed any concerns or questions posed by patients or family members promptly to maintain confidence in their care plan.
- Accurately recorded interactions in medical charts, documenting accidents and interventions applied.
- Adhered to treatment plan instructions when administering medications and treatments to patients.
- Provided emotional support to patients and families during difficult times, fostering positive relationships built on trust and compassion.
- Provided compassionate end-of-life care, ensuring that patients were comfortable and families felt supported during the process.
- Implemented infection control measures, ensuring a clean and safe environment for patients and staff.
Education
LPN Certificate - Nursing
Arkansas State University- Three Rivers
Malvern, AR12-2017
Skills
- Vital signs monitoring
- Medical Documentation
- Geriatric Nursing
- Diabetes management
- Palliative Care
- Health Promotion
- Medication Administration
- Vital signs
- HIPAA Compliance
- Clinical Documentation
- Patient Assessments
- Documenting incidents
- Point Click Care EMR Proficiency
References
Jodi Logan, Administrator : xxx-xxx-xxx
Jennalee House, DON: xxx-xxx-xxx
Beth Harp, ADON: xxx-xxx-xxx
Certification
- Licensed Practical Nurse (LPN) - [State] Board of Nursing.
- Basic Life Support (BLS) Certification - American Heart Association.
Goals
Currently in last semester of RN school to obtain an Associates Degree in Nursing. In the future I hope to obtain my BSN in Nursing. I am eagar to being this new journey as a Registered Nurse.
Timeline
LPN
Sheridan Healthcare and Rehabilitation Center
06.2018 - Current
- Licensed Practical Nurse (LPN) - [State] Board of Nursing.
- Basic Life Support (BLS) Certification - American Heart Association.
LPN Certificate - Nursing
Arkansas State University- Three Rivers
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