Cassandra Gibson
Meridian, ID 83646-5994,ID
Summary
Experienced nursing professional with excellent skills in patient assessment, disease management and medication administration. Proven track record of delivering high-quality care. Passionate Nurse with demonstrated experience in hospital settings. Proven ability to build strong relationships with patients and families while providing compassionate care. Offers strong task prioritization and organizational skills. Organized and dependable candidate successful at managing multiple priorities with a positive attitude. Willingness to take on added responsibilities to meet team goals.
Overview
15
15
years of professional experience
Work History
LVN/LPV
Saint Alphonsus Hospital
01.2023 - Current
- Enhanced patient care by providing compassionate and individualized attention, leading to improved health outcomes.
- Administered medications accurately and in a timely manner, ensuring proper treatment for various conditions.
- Collaborated with interdisciplinary healthcare teams to develop comprehensive care plans tailored to patients'' needs.
- Monitored vital signs and assessed patients regularly, swiftly identifying any changes in condition and addressing concerns promptly.
- Provided high-quality wound care, reducing the risk of infection and promoting timely healing.
- Educated patients and their families on disease management, medication administration, and at-home care techniques, empowering them to take control of their health.
- Performed IV therapy treatments safely and accurately, administering fluids and medications as ordered by physicians.
- Assisted in the development of staff training programs to ensure a skilled nursing team capable of delivering excellent patient care.
- Contributed to infection control measures by adhering to strict hygiene protocols and educating staff on best practices.
- Facilitated efficient patient admissions, transfers, and discharges while maintaining clear communication with all parties involved.
- Participated in quality improvement initiatives aimed at enhancing overall patient experience within the facility.
- Coordinated with healthcare providers to schedule diagnostic tests for patients, expediting care plans as necessary.
- Managed time efficiently during busy shifts by multitasking effectively without compromising quality of care.
- Promoted a positive work environment among nursing staff through collaboration, open communication, and support.
- Circulated assigned floor to measure and record patients' fluid and food levels, implementing measures to promote healthy intake and output as necessary.
- Worked with multidisciplinary team to carry out successful treatment plans for diverse acute and chronic conditions.
LVN
CDCR Los Angeles County State Prison
03.2017 - 06.2020
- Enhanced patient care by providing compassionate and individualized attention, leading to improved health outcomes.
- Administered medications accurately and in a timely manner, ensuring proper treatment for various conditions.
- Collaborated with interdisciplinary healthcare teams to develop comprehensive care plans tailored to patients'' needs.
- Monitored vital signs and assessed patients regularly, swiftly identifying any changes in condition and addressing concerns promptly.
- Performed IV therapy treatments safely and accurately, administering fluids and medications as ordered by physicians.
- Assisted in the development of staff training programs to ensure a skilled nursing team capable of delivering excellent patient care.
- Streamlined documentation processes by maintaining accurate medical records through electronic charting systems.
- Contributed to infection control measures by adhering to strict hygiene protocols and educating staff on best practices.
- Facilitated efficient patient admissions, transfers, and discharges while maintaining clear communication with all parties involved.
- Maintained thorough knowledge of emergency procedures, effectively responding to urgent situations when required.
LVN
Maxium Staffing Agency
02.2012 - 03.2017
- Administered medications accurately and in a timely manner, ensuring proper treatment for various conditions.
- Enhanced patient care by providing compassionate and individualized attention, leading to improved health outcomes.
- Collaborated with interdisciplinary healthcare teams to develop comprehensive care plans tailored to patients'' needs.
- Monitored vital signs and assessed patients regularly, swiftly identifying any changes in condition and addressing concerns promptly.
- Educated patients and their families on disease management, medication administration, and at-home care techniques, empowering them to take control of their health.
- Streamlined documentation processes by maintaining accurate medical records through electronic charting systems.
- Contributed to infection control measures by adhering to strict hygiene protocols and educating staff on best practices.
- Demonstrated strong clinical judgment by assessing symptoms quickly and prioritizing appropriate interventions accordingly.
- Provided high-quality wound care, reducing the risk of infection and promoting timely healing.
- Coordinated with healthcare providers to schedule diagnostic tests for patients, expediting care plans as necessary.
- Continuously pursued professional development opportunities to stay current on best practices in the nursing field, ensuring optimal patient outcomes.
- Assisted with feeding and monitored intake to help patients achieve nutritional objectives.
- Performed routine evaluations of each patient's status, needs, and preferences.
- Obtained patient vital signs and input/output measurements from inpatients.
- Administered controlled narcotics, inserted IVs, and performed catheterizations.
- Assisted with admissions, appointments, transfers, and discharges.
LVN
California Forensic Medical Group Inc.
06.2009 - 07.2012
- Enhanced patient care by providing compassionate and individualized attention, leading to improved health outcomes.
- Administered medications accurately and in a timely manner, ensuring proper treatment for various conditions.
- Collaborated with interdisciplinary healthcare teams to develop comprehensive care plans tailored to patients'' needs.
- Monitored vital signs and assessed patients regularly, swiftly identifying any changes in condition and addressing concerns promptly.
- Performed IV therapy treatments safely and accurately, administering fluids and medications as ordered by physicians.
- Contributed to infection control measures by adhering to strict hygiene protocols and educating staff on best practices.
- Coordinated patient transfers to other facilities.
- Developed and implemented individualized patient care plans.
- Worked with multidisciplinary team to carry out successful treatment plans for diverse acute and chronic conditions.
Education
Bachelor of Science - Bachelor of Science And Nursing
Eagle High School
Eagle, ID08.2024
Licensed Vocational Nurse -
High Desert Medical College
Lancaster, CA04.2008
High School Diploma -
Simi Valley High School
Simi Valley, CA06.2003
Skills
- Catheter Care
- Tracheostomy Care
- Vital Signs Monitoring
- Clinical Documentation
- Elderly Care
- Oxygen Therapy
- Organizational Skills
- Emergency Response
- Infection Control
- Healthcare Software Proficiency
- Compassionate Care
- Adaptability
- Critical Thinking
- Medication Administration
- Diabetes Management
- Pain Management
- Time Management
- Patient Assessment
- Behavioral Health Support
- Postoperative Care
- Team Collaboration
- Patient Education
- Pediatric Care
- Feeding Tube Assistance
- Health Education
- Wound Care
- Outpatient Care
- Rehabilitation Techniques
- Immunization Administration
- Medication Dispensing
- Inpatient Care
- Vital Signs
- Indirect Patient Care
- Chronic Disease Management
- Medical Records Management
- Case Management
- Patient Management
- Maintaining Nutrition
- Documenting Intake
- Breathing Treatments
- Transcribing Orders
- Direct Patient Care
- Data Analysis
- Specimen Collection
- Patient Observation
- HIPAA Compliance
- Epic Systems
References
Peggy Hughes-SRN 661-709-5683
Brandi Surber-unit manager Saint Alphonsus hospital 208-899-1110
Timeline
LVN/LPV
Saint Alphonsus Hospital
01.2023 - Current
LVN
CDCR Los Angeles County State Prison
03.2017 - 06.2020
LVN
Maxium Staffing Agency
02.2012 - 03.2017
LVN
California Forensic Medical Group Inc.
06.2009 - 07.2012
Bachelor of Science - Bachelor of Science And Nursing
Eagle High School
Licensed Vocational Nurse -
High Desert Medical College
High School Diploma -
Simi Valley High School
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