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Cherry Gone

Lake Villa,IL

Summary

Compassionate Licensed Practical Nurse with extensive experience at Pavilion of Waukegan, excelling in medication administration and patient education. Proven ability to enhance patient outcomes through vigilant vital signs monitoring and empathetic communication. Committed to maintaining HIPAA compliance while delivering high-quality care in diverse settings.

Overview

15
15
years of professional experience

Work History

Licensed Practical Nurse

Highlight Healthcare of Woodstock
06.2022 - Current

Same as Above

  • Educated patients and caregivers on medical diagnoses, treatment options, chronic disease self-management and wound management.
  • Answered incoming phone calls from patients to provide basic assistance and triage medical concerns.
  • Improved patient satisfaction with empathetic communication and timely response to needs.
  • Monitored patient reactions to medications and treatments, quickly addressing adverse reactions.
  • Assisted in minor surgical procedures, enhancing patient comfort and supporting surgical team efficiency.

Licensed Practical Nurse

Pavilion of Waukegan
01.2011 - Current
  • Administered medications and treatments as prescribed by healthcare providers.
  • Monitored patient vital signs, reporting changes to nursing staff promptly.
  • Implemented infection control protocols to maintain a safe patient environment.
  • Trained and mentored new staff members in clinical procedures and best practices.
  • Improved patient outcomes by administering medications, monitoring vital signs, and documenting relevant information.
  • Cared for wounds, provided treatments, and assisted with procedures.
  • Assisted with admissions, appointments, transfers, and discharges.
  • Demonstrated excellent technical skills in wound dressing changes, IV therapy administration, catheter insertion, and other routine nursing procedures.
  • Managed patient care through closely monitoring respiration, blood pressure, and blood glucose levels.
  • Offered immediate assistance in emergency and routine paging situations to evaluate needs and deliver care.
  • Enhanced patient recovery by providing compassionate care and closely monitoring vital signs.
  • Facilitated patient education on disease management and prevention, empowering individuals towards healthier lifestyles.
  • Administered medication and treatments according to established protocols and patient care plans.
  • Monitored patients' vital signs and reported changes to healthcare team for timely interventions.

Skills

  • Medication administration
  • Direct patient care
  • Vital signs monitoring
  • HIPAA compliance
  • Geriatric care
  • Diabetes management
  • Home health care
  • Verbal and written communication
  • End-of-life care
  • Pain management
  • Charting and recording

Timeline

Licensed Practical Nurse

Highlight Healthcare of Woodstock
06.2022 - Current

Licensed Practical Nurse

Pavilion of Waukegan
01.2011 - Current
Cherry Gone