Carol Pauthonnier
Virginia Beach,VA
Summary
Certified Wound Care Nurse with over 10 years of healthcare industry experience. Proficient in educating patients, family and nursing staff about preventive measures and techniques to optimize wound healing. Hardworking with flexible schedule to accommodate service needs. Eager to parlay expertise to rewarding new position. Passionate Nurse with demonstrated experience in nursing home settings. Proven ability to build strong relationships with patients and families while providing compassionate care. Offers strong task prioritization and organizational skills.
Overview
7
7
years of professional experience
Work History
LPN Wound Care Nurse
Riviera Palms Rehab Center
04.2020 - 02.2024
- 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.
LPN Wound Care Nurse, Staff Nurse
Magnolia Health And Rehab
12.2018 - 04.2020
- 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.
- Educated patients and families on wound care management, promoting continuity of care at home.
- Streamlined documentation processes, allowing for better communication among healthcare professionals and improved patient tracking.
- Conducted thorough assessments of wounds to determine the appropriate course of treatment.
- Effectively managed caseloads, ensuring timely attention to all patients in need of wound care services.
- Mentored nursing staff on proper techniques for wound assessment and dressing changes, fostering a culture of continuous learning and development within the team.
LPN Staff Nurse
Destin Health Rehab
12.2017 - 12.2018
- 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.
- Reduced medication errors by accurately administering medications and diligently verifying patient information.
- Collaborated with interdisciplinary healthcare teams to develop comprehensive care plans for patients.
LPN Wound Care Nurse
Brian Center Viewmont
12.2016 - 04.2017
- 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.
- Educated patients and families on wound care management, promoting continuity of care at home.
- Streamlined documentation processes, allowing for better communication among healthcare professionals and improved patient tracking.
- Conducted thorough assessments of wounds to determine the appropriate course of treatment.
- Effectively managed caseloads, ensuring timely attention to all patients in need of wound care services.
- Contributed to quality improvement initiatives within the facility by reviewing policies and procedures related to wound care best practices.
Education
LPN - LPN
Roanoke City School of Practical Nursing
Roanoke, VA05.1982
Skills
- Medical Equipment Operation
- Health Promotion
- Infection prevention
- Patient care planning
- Patient Safety
- Clinical judgment
- Wound Dressing Techniques
- Quality Improvement
- Intravenous therapy
Timeline
LPN Wound Care Nurse
Riviera Palms Rehab Center
04.2020 - 02.2024
LPN Wound Care Nurse, Staff Nurse
Magnolia Health And Rehab
12.2018 - 04.2020
LPN Staff Nurse
Destin Health Rehab
12.2017 - 12.2018
LPN Wound Care Nurse
Brian Center Viewmont
12.2016 - 04.2017
LPN - LPN
Roanoke City School of Practical Nursing
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