Carla Pendell
Charleston
Summary
Compassionate LPN skilled in medication administration, vital signs monitoring, and HIPAA compliance. Focused on delivering individualized patient care and improving health outcomes through effective collaboration with healthcare teams.
Overview
17
17
years of professional experience
Work History
LPN
Marshall Health Internal Medicine
Teays Valley, WV
12.2023 - Current
- Administered medications and monitored patient responses in compliance with care plans.
- Assisted in developing and implementing individualized patient care strategies.
- Collaborated with healthcare team to ensure optimal patient outcomes and satisfaction.
- Educated patients on health maintenance, medication management, and disease prevention strategies.
- Improved patient outcomes by administering medications, monitoring vital signs, and documenting relevant information.
- Documented accurate and complete patient information to address patient problems and expected outcomes.
- Managed patient care through closely monitoring respiration, blood pressure, and blood glucose levels.
PCA
CHH Out Patient Surgery
Huntington, WV
10.2020 - 12.2023
- Supported patient care by preparing examination rooms and ensuring necessary supplies were available.
- Monitored patient vital signs and reported changes to nursing staff for timely intervention.
- Improved patient comfort by providing compassionate and attentive care.
- Answered patient assistance calls, assessed needs, and offered qualified support.
- Maximized patient satisfaction by helping individuals carry out personal tasks such as dressing and walking.
- Assisted in transferring patients, beds and patient care equipment to other rooms adhering to necessary safety precautions.
PCS
Prestera
Huntington, WV
10.2015 - 10.2020
- Delivered medications to independently living mentally ill patients
- Assisted with independently living patients everyday needs such as prompting them to shower and change clothes, and make sure they had food to eat
- Take clients to the grocery store and laundry mat every week
- Chart on every interaction with each patient and collaborate with the medical care team to provide the best care to each patient possible
CNA
Huntington Health & Rehabilitation
Huntington, WV
03.2009 - 10.2015
- Provided compassionate care for residents, ensuring comfort and dignity in daily activities.
- Assisted with personal hygiene, mobility, and nutrition to enhance overall resident well-being.
- Monitored vital signs and reported changes to nursing staff for timely interventions.
- Coordinated with healthcare teams to develop individualized care plans tailored to resident needs.
- Trained new staff on best practices for patient care and safety protocols.
- Advocated for resident needs, fostering strong relationships to improve satisfaction and trust.
- Maintained confidentiality of patient information according to HIPAA guidelines while communicating effectively with team members about critical updates.
- Answered call lights and supported patient comfort and safety by adjusting bed rails and equipment.
- Utilized proper body mechanics and assistance devices when transferring patients, minimizing the risk of injury for both parties.
Education
Associate of Science - LPN
Collins Career Center
Coal Grove, OH12.2023
High School Diploma -
Capital High School
Charleston, WV06.1996
Associate of Science - Medical Assistant
Huntington Junior College
WV06.2007
Skills
- Medication administration
- Direct patient care
- Vital signs monitoring
- HIPAA compliance
- Compassionate care
- Physical assessment
- Clinical documentation
- Geriatric care
- Vital signs
- Diabetes management
- Family communication
- Patient intake
- HIPAA protocols
Timeline
LPN
Marshall Health Internal Medicine
12.2023 - Current
PCA
CHH Out Patient Surgery
10.2020 - 12.2023
PCS
Prestera
10.2015 - 10.2020
CNA
Huntington Health & Rehabilitation
03.2009 - 10.2015
Associate of Science - LPN
Collins Career Center
High School Diploma -
Capital High School
Associate of Science - Medical Assistant
Huntington Junior College
Caring for others is my passion and becoming a nurse was my dream.
I became a Mom at a young age, so it put my college dreams on hold. I took care of my daughter and worked jobs taking care of others while she went to school; but once she graduated she gave me the push and said, "Mom it's your turn." That was when I enrolled in Collin's Career Center and started my nursing career and got my LPN license. And I am not stopping there, I will get my RN as well. My daughter and my stepdaughter are my reasons to follow my dreams.