Candice Stretch
Licensed Practical Nursing
Summary
Dynamic LPN Charge Nurse excelling in critical thinking and patient safety. Skilled in wound care and basic life support, fostering strong patient relationships in diverse healthcare settings, ready for role of LPN Charge Nurse. Leveraged comprehensive nursing skills to ensure patient wellbeing and support medical staff. Focused on team collaboration and adaptable to changing needs. Known for strong organizational abilities and compassionate patient care.
Overview
11
11
years of professional experience
24
24
years of post-secondary education
3
3
Certificates
Work History
LPN
Guilford House
Guilford, CT
08.2024 - Current
- Maintained accurate documentation of all relevant clinical data, ensuring compliance with regulatory standards.
- Administered controlled narcotics, inserted IVs, and performed catheterizations.
- Assisted in the management of chronic health conditions by providing education, support, and follow-up care for over 32 patients on unit.
- Adhered to treatment plan instructions when administering medications and treatments to patients.
Charge Rehab Nurse
Advanced Nursing & Rehabilitation
New Haven , CT
05.2024 - Current
- Coordinated nursing care on unit through staff assignments, assisting and rounding with physicians, monitoring patient orders, and communicating with ancillary departments.
- Reduced hospital readmission rates through thorough discharge planning and patient education.
- Completed detailed assessments of new admissions, identifying specific rehabilitation needs for over 34 patients housed on unit.
- Provided crisis intervention to address clients' immediate needs and prevent harmful behaviors.
- Collaborated with local agencies to develop comprehensive substance abuse prevention strategies for maximum impact.
- Promoted patient independence by teaching medication management, homeless prevention, implementing treatment regimens for individuals struggling with substance abuse.
LPN Charge Nurse
MaryWade Home
New Haven, CT
08.2023 - 01.2025
- Utilized critical thinking skills to make sound clinical decisions in high-pressure situations, minimizing risks and ensuring patient safety.
- Delivered direct quality care to 32 patients by evaluating medical conditions and managing and assessing treatments.
- Administered medications and injections to patients.
- Updated patient medical records with services provided, health conditions, and response to treatments using Matrix and PCC software systems.
LPN
Milford Health & Rehabilitaion Center
Milford , CT
11.2022 - 01.2024
- Maintained accurate documentation of all relevant clinical data, ensuring compliance with regulatory standards.
- Improved patient outcomes by providing high-quality nursing care and closely monitoring vital signs.
- Demonstrated adaptability in working with diverse patient populations across various healthcare settings.
Eye Technician
Robbins Eye Center
Fairfield, CT
06.2014 - 01.2017
- Delivered accurate diagnostic testing results by closely following established protocols and using advanced ophthalmic equipment.
- Contact lens teaching.
- Refracting
Education
Nursing Diploma - Practical Nursing
Lincoln Technical Institute
Shelton, CT 10.2021 - 10.2025
Surgical Technologist Certificate - Surgical Technologist
Eli Whitney Vocational
Hamden, CT 08.2005 - 06.2025
Skills
Health promotion/ Patient advocacy
Timeline
CPR/BLS/AED
03-2025
IV Certification
01-2025
LPN
Guilford House
08.2024 - Current
Charge Rehab Nurse
Advanced Nursing & Rehabilitation
05.2024 - Current
LPN Charge Nurse
MaryWade Home
08.2023 - 01.2025
LPN
Milford Health & Rehabilitaion Center
11.2022 - 01.2024
Nursing Diploma - Practical Nursing
Lincoln Technical Institute
10.2021 - 10.2025
Eye Technician
Robbins Eye Center
06.2014 - 01.2017
Surgical Technologist
06-2012
Surgical Technologist Certificate - Surgical Technologist
Eli Whitney Vocational
08.2005 - 06.2025
Certification
IV Certification
Accomplishments
University of Bridgeport - Health Fair 2016
Representing: Robins Eye Center
Robins Eye Center promoting awareness to the Universities faculty, students, and families on the importance of eye health and yearly eye exams. Contact Lens teaching, basic eye exams. Goal 50 new patients, exceeded goal 107 new patients scheduled eye exams.
Hancock Pharmacy- Health Fair 2016
Representing: Robins Eye Center, promoting awareness to the community in regards to eye health, educating families and individuals on the importance of yearly eye exams, monitoring not just your blood pressure, also monitor ocular pressure. Basic vision screenings. Botox, Contact Lens, Surgical procedures, Medication Administration, Comprehensive Eye Exam Education provided.
Work Availability
monday
tuesday
wednesday
thursday
friday
saturday
sunday
morning
afternoon
evening
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Languages
English
Native or Bilingual
Work Preference
Work Type
Contract WorkPart TimeWork Location
On-SiteRemoteImportant To Me
Career advancementSoftware
Matrix healthcare system
Point Click Care (PCC) system
Trident Care
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