Chantel Collazo
Greensboro,NC
Summary
Patient – focused health care professional with over 3 years of experience in acute, rehab and long term care. Knowledge of geriatric care, preventative care and strong reputation for achieving high level of patient satisfaction.
Overview
4
4
years of professional experience
Work History
LPN Nursing Supervisor
Whitestone Care Center
Greensboro, NC
08.2023 - Current
- Provided guidance to nurses, LPNs, and other healthcare personnel regarding patient care policies and procedures.
- Oversaw patient immunization, supporting nurses through vaccine-specific training and supervising administration.
- Managed scheduling of nursing staff to ensure adequate staffing levels at all times.
- Evaluated patient care procedural changes for effectiveness and made necessary adjustments.
- Ensured that all staff members were properly trained in the use of medical equipment and protocols.
- Worked with social workers, physical therapists and speech therapists to assess patient needs, plan and adjust plans of care and actualize nursing interventions to promote and restore patient health.
- Charted changes in patient conditions and discussed concerns with supervising healthcare provider.
LPN Charge Nurse
Whitestone Care Center
Greensboro, NC
10.2021 - 08.2023
- Reviewed lab results and made appropriate recommendations for further testing or treatment.
- Administered medications in accordance with policies and legal limitations.
- Evaluated patient responses to treatments and interventions and documented progress notes accordingly.
- Observed and reported changes in condition of patients and signs and symptoms of deviations from normal health status.
- Coordinated shift schedules and assigned duties to LPNs and CNAs based on qualifications.
Charge Nurse
Newtown Rehabilitation and Healthcare Center
Newtown, CT
01.2020 - 08.2021
- Analyzed charts and utilized data to recommend proper treatment courses to physicians.
- Carried out physician orders accurately while adhering to hospital policies and procedures.
- Conducted regular training sessions for new hires or existing staff members on proper clinical procedures or techniques.
- Collaborated with multidisciplinary teams to coordinate effective patient care delivery systems.
Education
Licensed Practical Nurse Diploma -
Porter & Chester Technical Institute
Skills
- Administration of Medications
- Leadership
- Documentation
- Patient Evaluation
- Pain Management
- Post-Op wound care
- Wound Care
- Patient Monitoring
- Care Planning
- Geriatric Care
- Diabetes Management
- Staff Supervision
Related Experience
- Maintain accurate, detailed reports and records.
- Administer medications to patients and monitor patients for reactions or side effects.
- Record patients' medical information and vital signs.
- Monitor, record, and report symptoms or changes in patients' conditions.
- Consult and coordinate with healthcare team members to assess, plan, implement, or evaluate patient care plans.
- Supervise nursing assistants.
References
References available upon request.
Timeline
LPN Nursing Supervisor
Whitestone Care Center
08.2023 - Current
LPN Charge Nurse
Whitestone Care Center
10.2021 - 08.2023
Charge Nurse
Newtown Rehabilitation and Healthcare Center
01.2020 - 08.2021
Licensed Practical Nurse Diploma -
Porter & Chester Technical Institute
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