Carolee Colon
Gaston,NC
Summary
Proficient and caring nursing team member offering outstanding patient-facing experience. Adept at addressing patient needs with compassionate care and attention to detail. Diligent about maximizing satisfaction, safety and wellness while serving patients of all backgrounds. Hardworking and passionate job seeker with strong organizational skills eager to secure entry-level LPN position. Ready to help team achieve company goals.
Organized and dependable candidate successful at managing multiple priorities with a positive attitude. Willingness to take on added responsibilities to meet team goals.
Skilled Licensed Practical Nurse offering 18 years of experience in the field. Knowledgeable about assisting with non-invasive procedures and performing respiratory treatments. Strong documentation skills and a firm grasp of compliance. I I have recently received my Vohra certification for wound care and I have had training to be a better leader/supervisor.
Overview
25
25
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
LPN
Worxnow Agency
06.2022 - Current
- Documented accurate and complete patient information to address patient problems and expected outcomes.
- Administered controlled narcotics, inserted IVs and performed catheterizations.
- Performed routine evaluations of each patient's status, needs and preferences.
- Obtained patient vital signs and input/output measurements from inpatients.
- Assisted with admissions, appointments, transfers and discharges.
- Managed patient care through closely monitoring respiration, blood pressure and blood glucose levels.
- Monitored, tracked and conveyed important patient information to healthcare staff to help optimize treatment planning and care delivery.
- Used aseptic techniques to provide sterilized wound care and dressing applications.
- Comforted and counseled patients and families throughout care process.
- Cared for wounds, provided treatments and assisted with procedures.
- Gathered lab specimens, ordered testing and interpreted results to diagnose patients.
- Obtained biological specimens for ordered tests and prepared for laboratory transport.
- Offered immediate assistance in emergency and routine paging situations to evaluate needs and deliver care.
- Minimized staff and patient infection risk by cleaning and disinfecting equipment instruments.
- Evaluated patients to identify and address wounds, behavioral concerns and medically relevant symptoms.
- Performed functional assessments for admission and discharge.
LPN
Lincolnton Rehabilitation Center
06.2018 - Current
- Documented accurate and complete patient information to address patient problems and expected outcomes.
- Administered controlled narcotics, inserted IVs and performed catheterizations.
- Performed routine evaluations of each patient's status, needs and preferences.
- Obtained patient vital signs and input/output measurements from inpatients.
- Assisted with admissions, appointments, transfers and discharges.
- Managed patient care through closely monitoring respiration, blood pressure and blood glucose levels.
- Monitored, tracked and conveyed important patient information to healthcare staff to help optimize treatment planning and care delivery.
- Used aseptic techniques to provide sterilized wound care and dressing applications.
- Comforted and counseled patients and families throughout care process.
- Collaborated with interdisciplinary team of healthcare and social service providers to address patients' needs through effective intervention and care planning.
- Cared for wounds, provided treatments and assisted with procedures.
- Gathered lab specimens, ordered testing and interpreted results to diagnose patients.
- Delivered updates in patient status to charge nurse, recording changes in medical records.
- Educated patients and caregivers on medical diagnoses, treatment options, chronic disease self-management and wound management.
- Obtained biological specimens for ordered tests and prepared for laboratory transport.
- Offered immediate assistance in emergency and routine paging situations to evaluate needs and deliver care.
- Minimized staff and patient infection risk by cleaning and disinfecting equipment instruments.
- Answered incoming phone calls from patients to provide basic assistance and triage medical concerns.
- Evaluated patients to identify and address wounds, behavioral concerns and medically relevant symptoms.
- Performed functional assessments for admission and discharge.
- Assisted with feeding and monitored intake to help patients achieve nutritional objectives.
- Supported physicians during examinations and scans to assist with diagnostic procedures.
- Monitored and tracked patient vitals in [Software] to keep team informed of changing conditions.
- Made valuable contributions to care-plan development and patient education processes backed by thorough research into client diagnoses.
LPN
Stanley Total Living Center
10.2015 - 04.2018
- Documented accurate and complete patient information to address patient problems and expected outcomes.
- Administered controlled narcotics, inserted IVs and performed catheterizations.
- Performed routine evaluations of each patient's status, needs and preferences.
- Obtained patient vital signs and input/output measurements from inpatients.
- Assisted with admissions, appointments, transfers and discharges.
- Managed patient care through closely monitoring respiration, blood pressure and blood glucose levels.
- Monitored, tracked and conveyed important patient information to healthcare staff to help optimize treatment planning and care delivery.
- Used aseptic techniques to provide sterilized wound care and dressing applications.
- Comforted and counseled patients and families throughout care process.
- Cared for wounds, provided treatments and assisted with procedures.
- Delivered updates in patient status to charge nurse, recording changes in medical records.
- Obtained biological specimens for ordered tests and prepared for laboratory transport.
- Offered immediate assistance in emergency and routine paging situations to evaluate needs and deliver care.
CNA/LPN
Peak Resources LLC
10.2000 - 09.2017
- Answered call lights and supported patient comfort and safety by adjusting bed rails and equipment.
- Promoted good oral and personal hygiene by aiding patients with shaving, bathing and teeth brushing.
- Checked patient vitals such as temperature, blood pressure and blood sugar levels.
- Assisted with feeding and monitored intake to help patients achieve nutritional objectives.
- Delivered individualized patient care by recording vital signs, documenting observations, administering treatments and evaluating patient needs.
- Supported ambulation and physical therapy needs by conducting planned exercise routines.
- Offered immediate assistance in emergency and routine paging situations to evaluate needs and deliver care.
- Oversaw and maintained patients' rooms, group living areas and nurse stations.
- Participated in fun group activities with patients to boost mood, improve overall memory and provide light entertainment.
- Obtained biological specimens for ordered tests and prepared for laboratory transport.
- Obtained client medical history, medication information, symptoms and allergies.
- Facilitated personal hygiene management, feeding and ambulation.
- Maintained patient stability by checking vital signs and weight and recording intake and outtake information.
- Reduced risks of patient infection and cross-contamination by cleaning and sterilizing equipment.
- Provided care to patients throughout lifespan with consideration of aging processes, human development stages and culture.
- Monitored patient specimen samples and test results to effectively alert supervisors of potentially unhealthy changes.
- Collaborated with physicians to design at-home medication guidelines and educated patients and families on correct medication administration.
Education
Licensed Practical Nurse - Nursing
Gaston College
Dallas, NC08.2007
Certified Nursing Assistant - Nursing Assistant
Onondaga-Cortland-Madison BOCES
Liverpool, NY01.1995
Skills
- Recording Vital Signs
- Healthcare Common Procedure Coding System (HCPCS)
- Care Planning and Modifications
- Nursing Intervention Evaluations
- Patient Positioning and Transporting
- Intravenous Medications
- Wound Dressing
- Information Compiling and Auditing
- Conditions Reporting
- Procedure Explanation
- Call Answering and Assistance
- Work Planning and Coordination
- Examination and Test Preparation
- Critical Thinking
- Pulse Oximetry Tracking
- Administrative Support
- IV Insertion
- Pneumonia Vaccinations
- Rehabilitation Support
- Hygiene Support
- Judgment and Decision-Making
- Equipment Disinfection
- Cerebrovascular Accidents
- Operational Standards
- Sterile Procedures and Techniques
- Sample Collection
- Patient and Caregiver Education
- Seizure Precautions
- Medication Side Effect Knowledge
- Catheter Monitoring
- Multi-Tasking and Prioritization
- Patient Admission
- Physician Support
- Supporting Daily Living Needs
- Time Management
- Tracking Symptoms
- Administering Immunizations
- Gastrostomy Tube Care
- Intramuscular Injections
- Patient Management
- Tracheostomy Care
- Learning Strategies
- Active Listening
- Patient Medical Histories
- Patient Charting and Reporting
- Dietary Requirements and Restrictions
- HIPAA and Confidentiality Compliance
- Pressure Wound Treatment
- Mobility Devices
- Nursing Assistance
- Patient Care and Monitoring
- Adaptable and Flexible
- Medical Equipment Usage
- Electronic Medical Record (EMR) Software
- Oral Conditions
- Seizure Disorders
- Dementia Knowledge and Care
- Prescription Processing Software
- Management Team Support
- Persuasion
- Negotiation
- Writing
- Monitoring
- Service-Orientation
- Speaking
- Troubleshooting
- Quality Assessments
- Reading Comprehension
- Catheter care
- Tracheostomy care
- Rehabilitation nursing
Certification
VOHRA certified for wound care.
ACLS and BLS certified
Timeline
LPN
Worxnow Agency
06.2022 - Current
LPN
Lincolnton Rehabilitation Center
06.2018 - Current
LPN
Stanley Total Living Center
10.2015 - 04.2018
CNA/LPN
Peak Resources LLC
10.2000 - 09.2017
Certified Nursing Assistant - Nursing Assistant
Onondaga-Cortland-Madison BOCES
Licensed Practical Nurse - Nursing
Gaston College
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