Overview
Work History
Education
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Carmen May

Indianapolis,IN

Overview

6
6
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification

Work History

LPN Wound Care Nurse

Amedisys Home Health
07.2023 - Current
  • Improved patient outcomes by providing specialized wound care and implementing treatment plans.
  • Reduced infection rates by following proper procedures for cleaning and dressing wounds.
  • Enhanced patient comfort with personalized care plans tailored to individual needs.
  • Collaborated with interdisciplinary teams to ensure comprehensive care for patients with complex wounds.
  • Conducted thorough assessments of wounds to determine the appropriate course of treatment.
  • Increased patient satisfaction by demonstrating empathy, active listening, and effective communication skills during interactions.

Director of Nursing

Crown Pointe Assisted Living
03.2020 - 02.2023
  • Improved patient care quality by implementing evidence-based nursing practices and protocols.
  • Reduced hospital readmission rates through effective discharge planning and patient education.
  • Enhanced staff performance by conducting regular evaluations, providing constructive feedback, and offering tailored professional development opportunities.
  • Streamlined nursing operations by optimizing staffing schedules, resource allocation, and workflow processes.
  • Promoted a culture of safety by enforcing compliance with infection control policies and procedures.
  • Collaborated with interdisciplinary teams to develop comprehensive care plans for patients with complex needs.
  • Mentored new nurses through orientation programs, facilitating their integration into the team and fostering their professional growth.
  • Ensured regulatory compliance by staying current on industry standards and updating policies accordingly.
  • Contributed to organizational strategic planning efforts by providing insights on nursing best practices, workforce development issues, and healthcare trends affecting service delivery models.
  • Conducted regular risk assessments within the department to identify areas of potential vulnerability and implement corrective actions where necessary.
  • Monitored and evaluated nursing staff performance, providing feedback and guidance to support standards of care.
  • Built and maintained positive working relationships with physicians and staff to support seamless healthcare operations.
  • Oversaw and approved recruitment, hiring and orientation of new nursing staff.
  • Collaborated with staff, management, and external groups to coordinate patient care.
  • Ordered all pharmacy supplies and kept check on inventory levels.
  • Communicated with patients, ensuring that medical information was kept private.

LPN

Individual Support Services
03.2019 - 04.2020
  • Improved patient outcomes by providing high-quality nursing care and closely monitoring vital signs.
  • Enhanced patient satisfaction levels through effective communication and empathetic listening skills.
  • Implemented infection control measures, ensuring a clean and safe environment for patients and staff.
  • Provided emotional support to patients and families during difficult times, fostering positive relationships built on trust and compassion.
  • Demonstrated adaptability in working with diverse patient populations across various healthcare settings.
  • Provided compassionate end-of-life care, ensuring that patients were comfortable and families felt supported during the process.
  • Performed routine evaluations of each patient's status, needs, and preferences.
  • Collaborated with interdisciplinary healthcare teams to develop comprehensive care plans for patients.

LPN

CSL Plasma Center
10.2017 - 06.2019
  • Conducted thorough patient assessments to identify medical needs and develop appropriate treatment plans.
  • Maintained accurate documentation of all relevant clinical data, ensuring compliance with regulatory standards.
  • Performed routine evaluations of each patient's status, needs, and preferences.
  • Comforted and counseled patients and families throughout care process.
  • Obtained patient vital signs and input/output measurements from inpatients.

Education

Associate of Science - Nursing

Harrison College - Indianapolis
Indianapolis, IN
06.2017

Skills

  • Wound assessment
  • Pressure ulcer prevention
  • Attention to detail
  • Medical equipment operation
  • Infection prevention
  • Professionalism
  • Ethical practice
  • Adaptability
  • Team collaboration
  • Multitasking
  • Patient advocacy
  • Critical thinking

Certification

  • Licensed LPN - 6 years
  • Certified CPR, BLS

Timeline

LPN Wound Care Nurse

Amedisys Home Health
07.2023 - Current

Director of Nursing

Crown Pointe Assisted Living
03.2020 - 02.2023

LPN

Individual Support Services
03.2019 - 04.2020

LPN

CSL Plasma Center
10.2017 - 06.2019

Associate of Science - Nursing

Harrison College - Indianapolis
  • Licensed LPN - 6 years
  • Certified CPR, BLS

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