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Carol Hasbrouck
Jaffrey,NH
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Summary
Experienced LPN Charge Nurse skilled in vital signs monitoring, care plan development, and nursing documentation. Committed to enhancing patient outcomes through effective interdisciplinary collaboration and patient education.
Dedicated LPN with a proven track record of providing compassionate care and effective education to patients and families. Expertise in collaborating with interdisciplinary teams to develop individualized care plans and ensure quality patient outcomes.
Overview
14
14
years of professional experience
Work History
LPN Charge Nurse
Jaffrey Rehabilitation and Health Care
Jaffrey, NH
03.2025 - 02.2026
- Administered medications and treatments according to established protocols.
- Monitored patient vital signs and reported changes to medical staff.
- Assisted in developing and implementing individualized care plans.
- Collaborated with interdisciplinary teams to ensure quality patient care.
- Provided guidance and support to nursing staff during shifts.
- Educated patients and families on health management and recovery processes.
- Facilitated effective communication between patients, families, and healthcare providers.
- Maintained accurate patient records in compliance with regulatory standards.
- 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.
- 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.
- Served as charge nurse, caring for patients with serious illnesses.
- Provided compassionate end-of-life care, supporting patients and their families through difficult times.
- Promoted continuity of care by thoroughly documenting shift-to-shift communication in nursing reports.
- Promoted patient independence by teaching self-care skills and explaining conditions and medications.
- Developed strong relationships with patients'' families, keeping them informed of progress reports and collaborating on decisions regarding their loved ones'' healthcare plans.
MDS Coordinator
Pheasant Wood Nursing Care
Peterborough, NH
01.2023 - 03.2025
- Coordinated MDS assessments to ensure compliance with regulatory standards and improve care plans.
- Led interdisciplinary team meetings to discuss resident needs and optimize individualized care strategies.
- Developed training materials for staff on MDS documentation and coding requirements, enhancing accuracy in submissions.
- Streamlined data collection processes, improving efficiency in resident evaluations and care planning initiatives.
- Conducted quality assurance audits to identify discrepancies in documentation, driving corrective actions and compliance adherence.
- Implemented electronic health record updates to support accurate data entry and enhance communication across departments.
- Analyzed resident assessment data to identify trends, informing strategic improvements in service delivery and patient outcomes.
- 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 closely with therapy departments to accurately capture rehabilitation needs within MDS documentation, supporting appropriate resource allocation for residents'' needs.
- Verified prompt and accurate completion of MDS activities for billing.
- Enhanced patient care quality by implementing comprehensive MDS assessments and care plans.
- Collaborated with nursing staff to provide accurate and timely clinical assessments for each resident, leading to improved overall care.
- Provided ongoing education for nursing staff regarding MDS best practices, contributing to a knowledgeable and skilled workforce.
- Assessed electronic medical record for required documentation to support MDS coding.
- Implemented interdisciplinary meetings focused on individualized care plan development, resulting in more targeted interventions and improved resident outcomes.
LPN Charge Nurse
Pheasant Wood Nursing Care
Peterborough, NH
04.2020 - 01.2023
- Self-motivated, with a strong sense of personal responsibility.
- Worked effectively in fast-paced environments.
- Skilled at working independently and collaboratively in a team environment.
- Proven ability to learn quickly and adapt to new situations.
- Documented vitals and medical histories in patient charts when assessing patients and communicated patient information to physicians and other nurses for care continuity.
- Assembled and used equipment such as catheters, tracheotomy tubes, or oxygen suppliers to effectively manage patient care.
LPN Office Nurse
Monadnock Community Hospital
Peterborough, NH
03.2012 - 04.2020
- Administered medications and treatments as prescribed by healthcare providers.
- Assisted in patient assessments and documented vital signs accurately.
- Coordinated patient scheduling and managed office workflow efficiently.
- Educated patients on health management and preventive care strategies.
- Streamlined office procedures, improving overall operational efficiency.
- Developed strong rapport with patients and their families, fostering trust and open communication during sensitive medical situations.
- Improved patient experience by providing compassionate and attentive nursing services in a busy office setting.
- Served as a liaison between patients and healthcare providers, facilitating clear communication regarding treatment plans and expectations.
- Coordinated referrals to specialists when necessary, ensuring seamless transitions of care for patients within the healthcare system.
- Provided health education to patients on various topics such as medication management, disease prevention, and self-care strategies.
- Streamlined appointment scheduling processes, resulting in reduced wait times and increased patient satisfaction.
- Completed paperwork and prior authorizations and scheduled appointments for patients.
Education
LPN
Orange Ulster Boces
Goshen, NYSkills
- Vital signs monitoring
- Nursing documentation
- Geriatric care
- End-of-life care
- Nurse Educatior
- Infection Control
- ICD 10 Coding
- Care plan development
Timeline
LPN Charge Nurse
Jaffrey Rehabilitation and Health Care
03.2025 - 02.2026
MDS Coordinator
Pheasant Wood Nursing Care
01.2023 - 03.2025
LPN Charge Nurse
Pheasant Wood Nursing Care
04.2020 - 01.2023
LPN Office Nurse
Monadnock Community Hospital
03.2012 - 04.2020
LPN
Orange Ulster Boces