Cheryl Harris-Gembala
Crown Point,IN
Summary
Dedicated LPN with over 10 years experience in home health wound care and patient education. Proven ability to enhance patient outcomes through effective communication and empathetic support. Past Wound care certification, demonstrating expertise in treatment plans and a commitment to compassionate care.
Overview
10
10
years of professional experience
Work History
LPN Field Nurse
All America Home Healthcare
11.2020 - Current
LPN Staff Nurse
RCS Home Healthcare
04.2023 - Current
LPN Field Nurse
Home Health One
09.2015 - 11.2024
Education
Diploma, Nursing - Practical Nursing
Everest College
09-2008
Skills
- Collaborated with interdisciplinary teams to ensure comprehensive care for patients with complex wounds
- Evaluated patient histories, complaints, and current symptoms
- Improved patient outcomes by providing specialized wound care and implementing treatment plans
- Provided diagnosis information, treatment possibilities, disease management tips and wound care advice to patients, loved ones and caregivers
- Provided patient education on health care issues and prescribed medications
- Responded to patient requests with appropriate clinical and personal assistance
- Reviewed patient history to verify conditions and current medications
- Assessed patients' temperature, pulse, and blood pressure and recorded in electronic medical records
- Monitored patient health conditions to report changes to assigned physician
- Provided post-surgery treatment and care for patients with ostomies
- Instructed patients and caregivers on how to clean and dress wounds and how to prevent infections
- Implemented plans to prevent pressure ulcers and other wound developments
- Demonstrated competence in using a variety of wound care products, dressings, and devices to optimize healing outcomes
- Provided support throughout the healing process by regularly reassessing wounds, adjusting treatment plans as needed, and addressing concerns from patients or their families
- Educated patients and families on wound care management, promoting continuity of care at home
- Increased patient satisfaction by demonstrating empathy, active listening, and effective communication skills during interactions
- Administered medications and injections to patients
- Delivered emotional support to patients and families during challenging times
- Conducted thorough assessments of wounds to determine the appropriate course of treatment
- Maintained accurate documentation of patient assessments and treatments, ensuring compliance with regulatory standards
- Managed complex wound care for improved healing rates and reduced infection risk
- Improved patient outcomes by providing high-quality nursing care and timely interventions
- Developed strong rapport with patients through clear communication skills that foster trust within the nurse-patient relationship
- Wound care certified 2014-2019
- Compassionate care
Timeline
LPN Staff Nurse
RCS Home Healthcare
04.2023 - Current
LPN Field Nurse
All America Home Healthcare
11.2020 - Current
LPN Field Nurse
Home Health One
09.2015 - 11.2024
Diploma, Nursing - Practical Nursing
Everest College
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