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Carmella Reed
Troy,MI
Summary
Michigan-Licensed LPN offering 30+ years of healthcare experience. With strong interpersonal skills, proficient in delivering exceptional nursing care, managing conditions and supporting diverse patient needs.
Overview
30
years of professional experience
1
Certification
Work History
Cedarbrook Senior Living
Charge Licensed Practical Nurse
10.2022 - Current
Job overview
- Delivered direct quality care to patients by evaluating medical conditions and managing and assessing treatments.
- Conducted comprehensive patient assessments, identifying changes in condition and implementing appropriate interventions promptly.
- Assessed patients' temperature, pulse, and blood pressure and recorded in electronic medical records.
- Administered medications and treatments as prescribed by physicians.
Bellbrook Skilled Facility
LPN Charge Nurse
06.2015 - 10.2022
Job overview
- Achieved successful unit leadership by providing quality nursing care to 21 patients per day in 33 bed unit.
- Assessed patients' temperature, pulse, and blood pressure and recorded in electronic medical records.
- Delegated tasks effectively, optimizing staff productivity and maintaining a well-organized nursing unit.
- Assembled and used equipment such as catheters, tracheotomy tubes, or oxygen suppliers to effectively manage patient care.
- Utilized critical thinking skills to make sound clinical decisions in high-pressure situations, minimizing risks and ensuring patient safety.
- Analyzed patient assessments and laboratory data to bring any issues to attention of physicians.
- Documented vitals and medical histories in patient charts when assessing patients and communicated patient information to physicians and other nurses for care continuity.
American Axle Manufacturing
Occupational Health Nurse
06.1999 - 05.2021
Job overview
- Liaised between employees with health concerns and supervisors, maintaining medical confidentiality to communicate work status and coordinate return to work accommodations.
- Reduced workplace injuries by conducting thorough risk assessments and recommending appropriate safety measures.
- Maintained detailed records of employee health data, ensuring compliance with privacy regulations and facilitating data-driven decision making on workplace wellness initiatives.
- Conducted regular health screenings to detect potential health issues early, improving overall workforce wellbeing.
Heartland Health Care Center
LPN Charge Nurse
02.2014 - 06.2015
Job overview
- Assessed patients' temperature, pulse, and blood pressure and recorded in electronic medical records.
- Delegated tasks effectively, optimizing staff productivity and maintaining a well-organized nursing unit.
Henry Ford Continuing Care Belmont
MDS Coordinator
02.2012 - 04.2014
Job overview
- Set schedules for staff to start and complete MDS assessments and care plan meetings.
- Ensured timely completion of all MDS assessments, maintaining full compliance with federal and state regulations.
- Maintained up-to-date knowledge on CMS guidelines and changes to ensure accuracy in reporting and reimbursement processes.
- Collaborated with nursing staff to provide accurate and timely clinical assessments for each resident, leading to improved overall care.
- Verified prompt and accurate completion of MDS activities for billing.
- Collaborated closely with therapy departments to accurately capture rehabilitation needs within MDS documentation, supporting appropriate resource allocation for residents'' needs.
- Provided ongoing education for nursing staff regarding MDS best practices, contributing to a knowledgeable and skilled workforce.
Henry Ford Continuing Care Belmont
Charge Licensed Practical Nurse
05.2008 - 04.2012
Job overview
- Demonstrated strong leadership abilities in managing challenging situations with patients, families, and healthcare professionals alike.
- Performed wound care management with meticulous attention to detail, minimizing the risk of complications or infections.
- Delivered direct quality care to patients by evaluating medical conditions and managing and assessing treatments.
Nightingale Nursing Center
MDS Coordinator
10.2004 - 05.2008
Job overview
- Set schedules for staff to start and complete MDS assessments and care plan meetings.
- Ensured timely completion of all MDS assessments, maintaining full compliance with federal and state regulations.
- Collaborated with nursing staff to provide accurate and timely clinical assessments for each resident, leading to improved overall care.
Henry Ford Continuing Care-Roseville
LPN Charge Nurse /MDS Coordinator/LPN Unit Manager
04.1994 - 10.2004
Job overview
- Delegated tasks effectively, optimizing staff productivity and maintaining a well-organized nursing unit.
- Assembled and used equipment such as catheters, tracheotomy tubes, or oxygen suppliers to effectively manage patient care.
- Utilized critical thinking skills to make sound clinical decisions in high-pressure situations, minimizing risks and ensuring patient safety.
- Analyzed patient assessments and laboratory data to bring any issues to attention of physicians.
- Promoted continuity of care by thoroughly documenting shift-to-shift communication in nursing reports.
- Managed complex wound care cases, applying advanced knowledge of wound healing principles to achieve optimal results.
- Developed strong relationships with patients'' families, keeping them informed of progress reports and collaborating on decisions regarding their loved ones'' healthcare plans.
- Assisted physicians during procedures, demonstrating strong clinical knowledge and attention to detail for successful outcomes.
- Managed daily staff assignments and patient scheduling to guarantee clinic coverage and flow.
- Delivered direct quality care to patients by evaluating medical conditions and managing and assessing treatments.
- Improved infection control measures by closely monitoring staff adherence to proper hand hygiene protocols.
- Coordinated timely admissions, transfers, and discharges for efficient bed utilization within the nursing unit.
Education
J.T.P.A. School of Practical Nursing , Detroit, MI
No Degree from Nursing
11.1993
Murray Wright High School , Detroit, MI
High School Diploma
06.1980
Skills
- Highly skilled career professional with more then 30years of practical experience
- Experienced with providing quality patient care, medication administration, and documentation skills
- Experienced with care management, certification / re-certification approvals for SNF Insurance Authorizations
- Knowledgeable regarding Medicare and private insurance SNF coverage requirements in addition to proficiency in ICD-9/10 Coding
- Experience with occupational health in an industrial setting
Certification
- BLS Training - 2/2024-2026
Timeline
Charge Licensed Practical Nurse
Cedarbrook Senior Living
10.2022 - Current
LPN Charge Nurse
Bellbrook Skilled Facility
06.2015 - 10.2022
LPN Charge Nurse
Heartland Health Care Center
02.2014 - 06.2015
MDS Coordinator
Henry Ford Continuing Care Belmont
02.2012 - 04.2014
Charge Licensed Practical Nurse
Henry Ford Continuing Care Belmont
05.2008 - 04.2012
MDS Coordinator
Nightingale Nursing Center
10.2004 - 05.2008
Occupational Health Nurse
American Axle Manufacturing
06.1999 - 05.2021
LPN Charge Nurse /MDS Coordinator/LPN Unit Manager
Henry Ford Continuing Care-Roseville
04.1994 - 10.2004
J.T.P.A. School of Practical Nursing
No Degree from Nursing
Murray Wright High School
High School Diploma
- BLS Training - 2/2024-2026
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