Chelsey Carden
Shelbyville,TN
Summary
Accomplished Licensed Practical Nurse with a robust background at Community Care Of Rutherford County, adept in medication administration and providing compassionate care. Demonstrated ability to improve patient outcomes through expert patient assessments and effective family communication. Excelled in high-pressure environments, significantly enhancing patient satisfaction and care standards.
Overview
11
11
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Licensed Practical Nurse
Community Care Of Rutherford County
10.2023 - Current
- Gathered lab specimens, ordered testing, and interpreted results to diagnose patients.
- Answered incoming phone calls from patients to provide basic assistance and triage medical concerns.
- Managed various general office duties such as answering multiple telephone lines, completing insurance forms, and mailing monthly invoice statements to patients.
- Delivered updates in patient status to charge nurse, recording changes in medical records.
- Used aseptic techniques to provide sterilized wound care and dressing applications.
- Administered controlled narcotics, inserted IVs, and performed catheterizations.
- Managed patient care through closely monitoring respiration, blood pressure, and blood glucose levels.
- Assisted with admissions, appointments, transfers, and discharges.
- Educated patients and caregivers on medical diagnoses, treatment options, chronic disease self-management and wound management.
- Documented accurate and complete patient information to address patient problems and expected outcomes.
- Minimized staff and patient infection risk by cleaning and disinfecting equipment instruments.
- Assisted with feeding and monitored intake to help patients achieve nutritional objectives.
- Obtained patient vital signs and input/output measurements from inpatients.
- Managed time-sensitive tasks effectively under pressure while maintaining composure during critical situations or emergencies.
Certified Nursing Assistant
Community Care Of Rutherford County
02.2018 - 10.2023
- Cared for residents in assisted living facility and delivered high-quality support to meet needs.
- Promoted independence in patients through walking exercises or assisting them with mobility devices like walkers or wheelchairs.
- Performed accurate documentation of patient information according to established protocols for record-keeping purposes.
- Provided high-quality personal care services such as bathing, grooming, dressing, and feeding to ensure patient dignity.
- Assisted nursing staff with completing daily rounds, documenting vital signs and answering calls.
- Helped patients with self-feeding and assisted feeding, based on individual needs.
- Facilitated personal hygiene management, feeding and ambulation.
- Oversaw and maintained patients' rooms, group living areas, and nurse stations.
- Promoted good oral and personal hygiene by aiding patients with shaving, bathing, and teeth brushing.
- Answered call lights and supported patient comfort and safety by adjusting bed rails and equipment.
Waitress/Cashier/Cook
Halls Mill Country Diner
06.2014 - 01.2017
- Kept server areas clean and stocked to increase efficiency while working tables.
- Maintained customer satisfaction with timely table check-ins to assess food and beverage needs.
- Maintained clean and welcoming dining environment, ensuring a positive guest experience.
- Displayed enthusiasm and promoted excellent service to customers, successfully increasing referrals, and walk-in business.
- Helped customers with dietary restrictions, allergies and intolerances obtain safe, delicious food by working closely with kitchen staff on alternatives.
- Handled high-pressure situations with composure, maintaining excellent service standards even during busy shifts.
- Supported teamwork atmosphere among staff members through clear communication and collaboration during shifts.
- Exhibited strong multitasking abilities, balancing multiple tables and orders while delivering prompt service.
Education
Associate Degree In Nursing - Nursing
South College
Nashville, TNNursing
Tennessee College of Applied Technology
Shelbyville, TN08.2023
Nursing
Shelbyville Central High School
Shelbyville, TN05.2016
Skills
- Medication administration
- Direct patient care
- Vital signs monitoring
- HIPAA compliance
- Physical assessment
- Compassionate care
- Geriatric care
- Patient assessments
- Documentation accuracy
- Medication dispensing
- Diabetes management
- Immunization administration
- Family communication
- Catheter care
- Breathing treatments
- Patient intake
- Caregiving skills
- Transcribing orders
- Verbal and written communication
- End-of-life care
- Pain management
Certification
Licensed Practical Nurse, 101122
Timeline
Licensed Practical Nurse
Community Care Of Rutherford County
10.2023 - Current
Certified Nursing Assistant
Community Care Of Rutherford County
02.2018 - 10.2023
Waitress/Cashier/Cook
Halls Mill Country Diner
06.2014 - 01.2017
Associate Degree In Nursing - Nursing
South College
Nursing
Tennessee College of Applied Technology
Nursing
Shelbyville Central High School
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