Carla McDonnell
Tuttle,OK
Summary
I have been an LPN for almost 12 years. I have been a strong advocate for my patients and been able to establish a trusting relationship with my patients and their families. I continue to learn every day and will continue to be the best nurse to all of my patients.
Overview
8
8
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
LPN
Grady Memorial Hospital
11.2024 - Current
- Utilized time management skills to prioritize tasks effectively, allowing for efficient completion of daily responsibilities.
- 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.
- administer medications
- Administered controlled narcotics, inserted IVs, and performed catheterizations.
- Improved patient outcomes by providing high-quality nursing care and closely monitoring vital signs.
- Participated in ongoing professional development opportunities to enhance knowledge base and skillset as an LPN.
- Performed routine evaluations of each patient's status, needs, and preferences.
- Provided emotional support to patients and families during difficult times, fostering positive relationships built on trust and compassion.
Charge Nurse
Shanoan Springs Residence
03.2024 - Current
- Trained new nurses in proper techniques, care standards, operational procedures, and safety protocols.
- Coordinated nursing care on unit through staff assignments, assisting and rounding with physicians, monitoring patient orders, and communicating with ancillary departments.
- Conducted daily shift briefs to inform staff of changes in patient care assignments.
- Mentored and supervised junior nurses, fostering a supportive and professional work environment.
Weekend Nurse Manager
Valir Health
04.2017 - Current
- Triage phone calls
- Direct patient care within their homes
- Clear and effective communication with providers
- Order medications from pharmacy for delivery
- Wound care
- Acute visits
- Patient education
- Collaborated with interdisciplinary teams to develop individualized care plans for patients with complex needs.
- Developed and implemented quality improvement initiatives to provide best possible patient care and identify and address areas of concern.
- Ensured regulatory compliance by maintaining accurate records and staying up-to-date on industry standards.
- Improved patient satisfaction scores by fostering a team-oriented environment among nursing staff.
- Established strong relationships with patients'' families, providing support and education throughout the treatment process.
Education
LPN -
Platt College
Moore, OK05.2012
Skills
- Communication skills
- Leadership
- Patient Assessment
- Wound Care
- Time management
- Infection control
- Catheter care
- Tracheostomy care
- Compassionate care
- Diabetes management
- Nursing ethics
- Disease prevention
- Psychiatric nursing
- Home healthcare
- Lab specimen collection
- Vital signs
- Wound care
- Direct patient care
- HIPAA compliance
- Patient care
- Geriatric care
- Preventive care
- ADL assistance
- Patient triaging
- Health education
- Tracking symptoms
Accomplishments
reduced repeat hospitalizations with preventative care
featured in Oklahoma Nursing Times
Awards
- Employee of the Month, 07/01/23
- Featured in Jan '24 issue of Oklahoma Nursing Times, 01/01/24
Certification
- Licensed Practical Nurse (LPN) - Oklahoma Board of Nursing.
- Basic Life Support (BLS) Certification - American Heart Association.
- Oklahoma Driver's License
- CPR/AED Certification
Languages
English
Native or Bilingual
Timeline
LPN
Grady Memorial Hospital
11.2024 - Current
Charge Nurse
Shanoan Springs Residence
03.2024 - Current
Weekend Nurse Manager
Valir Health
04.2017 - Current
- Licensed Practical Nurse (LPN) - Oklahoma Board of Nursing.
- Basic Life Support (BLS) Certification - American Heart Association.
- Oklahoma Driver's License
- CPR/AED Certification
LPN -
Platt College
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