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Carsen Hamann

Cedar Falls,IA

Summary

Compassionate Licensed Practical Nurse with experience in delivering patient-focused care and maintaining a safe and efficient healthcare environment. Skilled in monitoring patient conditions, administering medications, caring for wounds, and collaborating with healthcare teams to promote patient well-being. Demonstrated ability to improve processes in fast-paced settings, leading to enhanced patient satisfaction and workflow efficiency.

Overview

6
6
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification

Work History

LPN

Allen Hospital Med/Surg
Waterloo, IA
07.2024 - Current
  • Prioritized patient safety and well-being while managing care for 5 to 6 patients at a time.
  • Performed patient assessments, including vital signs and physical examinations.
  • Monitored patients for changes in condition, reporting any observed changes to the physician or nurse supervisor.
  • Followed rehabilitation and treatment care plans to accelerate patient recovery, minimize pain, and optimize patient outcomes.
  • Documented patient information accurately in medical records.
  • Collected samples for routine laboratory testing to assist diagnostic processes.
  • Provided pre- and post-operative nursing care.
  • Provided emotional support to patients and families, enhancing their overall care experience.

Patient Care Technician

Allen Hospital Med/Surg
Waterloo, IA
09.2021 - 07.2024
  • Assisted in preparing patients for examinations and treatments, including vital signs monitoring.
  • Assisted with patient transfers from bed to wheelchair or stretcher as needed.
  • Provided emotional support for patients and families during difficult times.
  • Collected specimens, such as urine samples, for testing purposes, according to established protocols.
  • Answered call lights promptly, and responded appropriately to requests from patients, families, and staff members.
  • Conducted safety rounds regularly to ensure a safe environment for patients.
  • Helped create a safe environment by following infection control policies.
  • Responded quickly in emergency situations by providing appropriate first-aid measures.
  • Instructed new employees on the proper techniques of performing daily tasks.
  • Documented patient intake, dietary requirements, and aided with feeding and monitoring.
  • Performed minor housekeeping tasks to keep patient areas clean and sanitized.
  • Supported healthy patient skin with bedside baths, wound care, and integrity checks.

CNA

New Aldaya Lifescapes
Cedar Falls, IA
07.2019 - 09.2021
  • Fostered relationships with patients, caregivers, and healthcare teams to achieve individual care plan targets.
  • Documented patient intake and dietary requirements, as well as assisting with feeding and monitoring.
  • Assisted patients with shaving, bathing, and oral hygiene to promote healthy habits and overall wellness.
  • Exhibited compassionate care and communication regarding issues surrounding death and dying.
  • Facilitated activities of daily living, including personal hygiene management, feeding, and ambulation.
  • Consulted with nurses to develop patient care plans and evaluate treatment options.
  • Used mobility devices and equipment to transport patients.
  • Managed and maintained patient rooms, shared living areas, and nursing stations.
  • Engaged with the patient's family and friends to provide a courteous, efficient visit experience.

Education

Nursing Science

Iowa Central Community College
Webster City
05-2025

High School Diploma -

Grundy Center High School
Grundy Center, IA
05-2019

Liberal Arts Transfer - Nursing

Hawkeye Community College
Waterloo, IA

Skills

  • Patient relations
  • BLS certification
  • Mandatory reporting for children and adults
  • Collecting specimens
  • Collecting vital signs
  • Infection control procedures
  • Team building
  • Work ethic
  • Patient observation
  • Professional bedside manner
  • Interdisciplinary collaboration
  • Patient care
  • Caring for wounds
  • Parenteral feeding
  • Medication dispensing
  • Medication administration
  • Patient advocacy
  • Interpersonal communication
  • Compassion and empathy

Certification

  • BLS
  • Mandatory reporter

Timeline

LPN

Allen Hospital Med/Surg
07.2024 - Current

Patient Care Technician

Allen Hospital Med/Surg
09.2021 - 07.2024

CNA

New Aldaya Lifescapes
07.2019 - 09.2021

Nursing Science

Iowa Central Community College

High School Diploma -

Grundy Center High School

Liberal Arts Transfer - Nursing

Hawkeye Community College

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