Carolyn B. McCombs
Glendale,AZ
Summary
Compassionate LPN recognized for productivity and efficiency in task completion. Skilled in patient assessment, wound care, and medication administration, ensuring high standards of care. Excels in communication, teamwork, and adaptability, vital for navigating fast-paced healthcare environments and fostering positive patient outcomes.
Overview
13
13
years of professional experience
Work History
LPN
Life Care Center Of North Glendale
Glendale, AZ
01.2020 - Current
- Ensured that all medications were administered accurately and on time as prescribed by the physician.
- Observed patients for any changes in their condition or behaviour, reported findings to the supervisor or physician in charge.
- Monitor PIV and Midlines
- Provided direct physical and emotional support to patients and their families
LPN
Foothills Rehabilitation Center
Tucson, AZ
03.2018 - 08.2019
- Administered medications per physician's orders.
- Displayed effective communication skills in initiating and maintaining therapeutic relationships with patients.
- Maintained confidentiality concerning treatment and personal information.
- Administered immunizations in alignment with required scheduled and organizational standards.
- Respond appropriately to symptoms and behaviors.
- Part of a code blue team.
LPN
Courtyard Rehabilitation And Health Center
Berwyn, IL
08.2016 - 02.2018
- Provided direct physical and emotional support to patients and their families.
- Conducted daily rounds visiting assigned patients ensuring they are comfortable and have all necessary supplies available.
- Prepared equipment for use during treatments, such as setting up IV lines or placing catheters correctly, according to nursing home policies.
- Educated staff members regarding infection control protocols or best practices when caring for a particular type of illness or injury.
- Documented clinical information in patient medical records daily.
LPN
Life Care Center of Grandview
Grandview, MO
11.2015 - 03.2016
- Providing primary care to seniors.
- Responded appropriately to symptoms and behavior.
- Collected biological samples and prepared them for lab testing.
- Monitored patient's respiration activity, blood pressure and blood glucose levels in response to medical administration.
- Collected and documented vital signs to track current patient conditions.
- Demonstrated sound clinical judgment by making independent decisions.
- Communicated concerns regarding patients' status, care and environment to nursing supervisors, clinical care supervisors and case managers.
LPN
Elmwood Care Nursing Home.
Elmwood Park, IL
09.2014 - 09.2015
- Safely administered medications per doctor's orders.
- Monitoring LVAD Heart system, Trach/Ventilators, G-tube feeding, Suprapubic catheters, and Foley catheters.
- Maintained confidentiality concerning treatment and personal information.
- Daily charting regarding patients' conditions.
- Performed routine laboratory tests including urinalysis, blood glucose monitoring and others.
LPN Charge Nurse
The Grove of Evanston
Evanston, IL
10.2011 - 08.2014
- Assessed patients' health conditions and monitored changes in their condition.
- Responded promptly to emergency situations as needed.
- Performed routine laboratory tests including urinalysis, blood glucose monitoring and others.
- Observed patients for any changes in their condition or behaviour, reported findings to the supervisor or physician in charge.
Education
Associate of Arts - General Studies
Malcolm X College
Chicago, IL07-2015
Certificate
Kennedy King College
Chicago, IL06-2011
Skills
- Tracheostomy Care
- Medical Documentation
- Vital signs monitoring
- Direct patient care
- Medication Adminisration
- Covid Nurse 1 1/2years
Timeline
LPN
Life Care Center Of North Glendale
01.2020 - Current
LPN
Foothills Rehabilitation Center
03.2018 - 08.2019
LPN
Courtyard Rehabilitation And Health Center
08.2016 - 02.2018
LPN
Life Care Center of Grandview
11.2015 - 03.2016
LPN
Elmwood Care Nursing Home.
09.2014 - 09.2015
LPN Charge Nurse
The Grove of Evanston
10.2011 - 08.2014
Associate of Arts - General Studies
Malcolm X College
Certificate
Kennedy King College
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