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CHRISTEN BASS

Montgomery,AL

Summary

Dynamic LPN with extensive experience at Baptist Health Medical Center, excelling in trauma assessment and emergency response. Proven ability to enhance patient care through effective communication and meticulous charting. Recognized for implementing quality assurance controls, ensuring regulatory compliance, and fostering a compassionate environment for patients and families.

Overview

7
7
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification

Work History

LPN School Nurse

Soliant Healthcare
Montgomery, AL
08.2022 - Current
  • Facilitated communication between families, teachers, administrators, and healthcare providers regarding student health concerns.
  • Provided health counseling to students, parents, and staff.
  • Monitored immunization records and ensured compliance with state regulations.
  • Worked effectively in team environments to make the workplace more productive.
  • Updated and maintained databases with current information.
  • Monitored medication administration for accuracy, compliance, and effectiveness of treatment plan.
  • Conducted regular training sessions for new hires or existing staff members on proper clinical procedures or techniques.
  • Participated in IEP meetings to discuss the impact of a student's medical condition on academic performance.
  • Evaluated the effectiveness of current school health policies and procedures.
  • Performed immunization reviews for all incoming students to ensure compliance with state laws.
  • Provided first aid training to faculty members and staff.
  • Developed educational materials on various health topics such as asthma management and diabetes awareness.
  • Investigated suspected cases of abuse or neglect involving students.

Licensed Practical Nurse Charge Nurse

Prattville Health And Rehabilitation
Prattville, AL
10.2018 - 01.2025
  • Gathered patient data, cleaned wounds and changed catheters as part of comprehensive support.
  • Took samples such as blood and urine to complete diagnostic and routine assessment tests.
  • Worked with multidisciplinary team to carry out successful treatment plans for diverse acute and chronic conditions.
  • Documented patient information obtained from interviews concerning symptoms, medications and prior treatment.
  • Collaborated with IDT team on evaluation of care plan outcomes, implementing or adjusting interventions accordingly.
  • Helped long-term care residents with bathing, dressing, feeding, and other daily living activities.
  • Provided basic patient care and treatment, such as administering medication, tests, taking temperature and blood pressure and dressing wounds.
  • Reviewed patient history to verify conditions and current medications.
  • Assessed patients' temperature, pulse and blood pressure and recorded in electronic medical records.
  • Circulated assigned floor to measure and record patients' fluid and food levels, implementing measures to promote healthy intake and output as necessary.
  • Documented patient vitals, behaviors and conditions and communicated concerns to supervising RN.
  • Responded to patient requests with appropriate clinical and personal assistance.
  • Protected patients and healthcare team members from infection by sterilizing equipment and reusable supplies.

LPN Charge Nurse

Sequel Youth and Family Services
Tuskegee, AL
10.2020 - 08.2021
  • Organized and delegated tasks during rapid response and high-pressure code situations.
  • Advised, coached and mentored experienced and student nurses on medical issues, crisis management and appropriate nursing interventions.
  • Administered medications, tracked dosages and documented patient conditions.
  • Assessed and coordinated patient's discharge planning needs with healthcare team members.
  • Collected biological specimens and packages for laboratory transport to complete diagnostic tests.
  • Researched and studied client diagnoses to identify care needs, effectively contributed to nursing plan developments and facilitated patient education.
  • Documented patient intake and dietary requirements, also assisting with feeding and monitoring.
  • Responded to patient alarms and needs-assessment requests to identify course of treatment.
  • Triaged patients by phone and provided general assistance for basic and advanced needs.
  • Examined and addressed lacerations, contusions and physical symptoms to assess and prioritize need for further attention.
  • Monitored patient's respiration activity, blood pressure and blood glucose levels in response to medical administration.
  • Assisted physicians with conducting examinations and patient scans during diagnostic processes.
  • Collected and documented vital signs to track current patient conditions.
  • Answered patient and family questions to educate on optimal treatment procedures.
  • Managed wound care, gave respiratory treatments and helped with non-invasive procedures.

Trauma Nurse

Baptist Health Medical Center
Montgomery, AL
01.2020 - 03.2021
  • Evaluated patient's medical history for any complications with existing conditions or illnesses.
  • Collaborated with interdisciplinary team members to ensure optimal patient outcomes.
  • Demonstrated excellent communication skills while interacting with patients and families during difficult times.
  • Educated families about home-care instructions after discharge from the hospital.
  • Collaborated with multidisciplinary teams, such as social workers, physicians, and psychiatrists to ensure optimal care for the patient.
  • Utilized specialized skills such as splinting fractures or administering blood transfusions when necessary.
  • Provided emotional support to family members of trauma patients.
  • Performed physical examinations and administered medications to trauma patients.
  • Participated in continuing education activities related to Trauma Nursing Care.
  • Provided wound care services including dressing changes, debridement, irrigation, and suture removal.
  • Responded quickly and calmly in high-pressure environments when treating critically injured trauma victims.
  • Managed resources efficiently while providing care to multiple trauma victims at once.
  • Assessed and monitored vital signs of trauma patients.
  • Maintained a safe environment by monitoring equipment usage, disposing of hazardous materials, and following infection control protocols.
  • Documented all treatments given to trauma patients according to hospital standards and regulations.
  • Observed strict safety measures, including checking medication dosages before administration to patients.
  • Delivered information regarding care and medications to patients and caregivers in comprehendible terminology.
  • Helped patients and families feel comfortable during challenging and stressful situations, promoting recovery and reducing compliance issues.
  • Responded to emergency situations with speed, expertise and level-headed approaches to provide optimal care, support and life-saving interventions.
  • Maintained strict patient data procedures to comply with HIPAA laws and prevent information breaches.
  • Assessed patient conditions, monitored behaviors and updated supervising physicians with observations and concerns.
  • Administered oral, IV and intra-muscular medications and monitored patient reactions.
  • Stocked clinical workstations and procedure rooms with necessary supplies.

LPN Charge Nurse

Sunbridge Home Health
Montgomery, AL
06.2019 - 11.2020
  • Conducted regular re-evaluations to address changes in needs and conditions, introducing revisions to care plans as needed.
  • Worked with vendors on provision of medical equipment, supplies and services.
  • Administered prescribed medications and started intravenous fluids to address patient symptoms and underlying etiologies.
  • Completed initial assessments of patients and family to determine and address individual home care needs.
  • Collected biological samples for routine laboratory testing to assist diagnostic processes.
  • Sterilized equipment and supplies using germicides and autoclaves to protect patients and staff from infection.
  • Participated in on-call rotations and delivered after-hours care.
  • Addressed patient care needs, collected vitals, dressed wounds and managed catheters.
  • Verified consistent delivery of compassionate care to patients with debilitating conditions, including back pain, arthritis, fractures, head injuries and strokes.
  • Administered compassionate care to patients with debilitating conditions, including back pain, arthritis, fractures, head injuries and strokes.
  • Charted changes in patient conditions and discussed concerns with supervising healthcare provider.
  • Assisted patients with activities of daily living and functional mobility to increase comfort and quality of life.
  • Answered patient calls, identified issues and determined how best to provide assistance within parameters established by facility and supervisor.
  • Supported patients with activities of daily living and functional mobility to improve comfort and quality of life and reduce pain.
  • Furnished personal care to clients within private home settings and championed patient independence and well-being.
  • Used facility EMR system to update patient records, transmit prescriptions and transfer files.
  • Answered patient questions and provided take-home materials for further information.
  • Maintained infection control logs, streamlined charting process, and improved patient outcomes through training and leadership.
  • Delivered quality patient care from admission to discharge through direct supervision of all nursing and ancillary staff.
  • Treated patients using pharmacological and non-pharmacological treatment modalities to address various disorders, diseases and injuries.
  • Monitored post-op vitals, set up PCA, fluids, reviewed post-op orders and assimilated patients to unit.
  • Delivered quality care and comfort to patients with heart failure, pulmonary hypertension, pulmonary embolisms and end-stage renal disease.
  • Responded to emergency situations with speed, expertise and level-headed approaches to provide optimal care, support and life-saving interventions.
  • Maintained strict patient data procedures to comply with HIPAA laws and prevent information breaches.
  • Treated patients by administering various types of medications and therapies.
  • Counseled patients and caregivers, providing emotional, psychological and spiritual support.
  • Evaluated and adjusted life support equipment, tubing and peripheral devices providing critical assistance to fragile patients.
  • Helped patients and families feel comfortable during challenging and stressful situations, promoting recovery and reducing compliance issues.
  • Maintained adequate unit supplies to meet expected patient demands.
  • Assessed patient conditions, monitored behaviors and updated supervising physicians with observations and concerns.
  • Coordinated with healthcare team to establish, enact and evaluate patient care plans.
  • Administered scheduled medications and therapies intravenously, rectally, orally, subcutaneously and via intramuscular injections while overseeing pain management plans.
  • Helped pediatric patients understand and feel at ease with vaccines, tests and minor procedures.
  • Reached out to patients to convey lab results and provide care instructions.
  • Monitored diet, physical activity, behaviors and other patient factors to assess conditions and adjust treatment plans.
  • Monitored and recorded patient condition, vital signs, recovery progress and medication side effects.

Education

CERTIFICATE LICENSED PRACTICAL NURSE - Practical Nursing

WALLACE COMMUNITY COLLEGE SELMA
Selma, AL
01.2018

Skills

  • Charting and clinical documentation
  • Patient assessments
  • Regulatory compliance
  • Privacy and confidentiality
  • Pulse oximetry tracking
  • Direct patient care
  • Infection control and aseptic procedures
  • Patient management
  • Notifying family members
  • Data entry
  • Maintaining nutrition
  • Writing reports
  • Duty delegation
  • Quality assurance controls
  • Patient care management
  • Planning and coordination
  • Communications
  • Supervision
  • Wound care
  • Medication administration
  • Trauma assessment
  • Emergency response
  • LPN supervision
  • Vital signs monitoring
  • Basic life support
  • First aid
  • Decision-making
  • Intake and discharge
  • IV drug therapy management
  • Accurate documentation
  • Catheter monitoring
  • Multitasking Abilities
  • Problem-solving
  • Heartsaver first aid CPR AED (first aid CPR AED)
  • Infection control
  • Blood draw and sample collection
  • Patient condition monitoring
  • Update electronic charts
  • Geriatric care
  • Specimen collection
  • Attention to detail
  • Call answering and assistance

Certification

  • CPR certified through American Heart Association
  • Certified to start an IV

Timeline

LPN School Nurse

Soliant Healthcare
08.2022 - Current

LPN Charge Nurse

Sequel Youth and Family Services
10.2020 - 08.2021

Trauma Nurse

Baptist Health Medical Center
01.2020 - 03.2021

LPN Charge Nurse

Sunbridge Home Health
06.2019 - 11.2020

Licensed Practical Nurse Charge Nurse

Prattville Health And Rehabilitation
10.2018 - 01.2025

CERTIFICATE LICENSED PRACTICAL NURSE - Practical Nursing

WALLACE COMMUNITY COLLEGE SELMA

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