Christina Conard
Waynesville,NC
Summary
Well-qualified medical professional with experience triaging patients, capturing information and completing basic procedures such as wound care. Excellent communication, prioritization and multitasking abilities with sound judgment and compassionate nature. Background in clinic and hospital environments.
Overview
21
21
years of professional experience
Work History
LPN
Asheville Specialty Hospital
06.2023 - Current
- Improved patient outcomes by providing high-quality nursing care and closely monitoring vital signs.
- Enhanced patient satisfaction levels through effective communication and empathetic listening skills.
- Reduced medication errors by accurately administering medications and diligently verifying patient information.
- Collaborated with interdisciplinary healthcare teams to develop comprehensive care plans for patients.
- Enhanced patient care by administering medications and treatments according to physician orders.
- Monitored patient vital signs, making timely adjustments to treatment plans for optimal outcomes.
- Provided high-quality nursing care, reducing hospital readmissions and improving overall patient satisfaction.
- Assisted with diagnostic procedures by collecting specimens and preparing them for laboratory analysis.
- Managed wound care effectively by cleaning wounds, applying dressings, monitoring healing progress, and updating treatment plans accordingly.
- Performed accurate assessments of post-operative patients by evaluating vital signs, pain levels, surgical site conditions, and other relevant factors.
- Assisted with admissions, appointments, transfers, and discharges.
- Managed patient care through closely monitoring respiration, blood pressure, and blood glucose levels for 114 bed Facility
- Performed routine evaluations of each patient's status, needs, and preferences.
- Administered controlled narcotics, inserted IVs, and performed catheterizations.
- Used aseptic techniques to provide sterilized wound care and dressing applications.
- Gathered lab specimens, ordered testing, and interpreted results to diagnose patients.
Nurse Manager/Wound Care Nurse
Maggie Valley Nursing And Rehabilitation
04.2021 - 06.2023
- Enhanced patient care by implementing evidence-based nursing practices and protocols.
- Streamlined nursing operations for increased efficiency by optimizing staff scheduling and resource allocation.
- Improved patient satisfaction scores by fostering team-oriented environment among nursing staff.
- Reduced hospital readmission rates with proactive discharge planning and thorough patient education.
- Implemented infection control measures, resulting in reduced incidence of hospital-acquired infections.
- Established strong relationships with patients'' families, providing support and education throughout treatment process.
- Ensured regulatory compliance by maintaining accurate records and staying up-to-date on industry standards.
- Served as key point of contact between nursing staff, physicians, administration, and other healthcare professionals.
- Trained new nurses in proper techniques, care standards, operational procedures, and safety protocols.
- Collaborated with leadership to devise initiatives for improving nursing satisfaction, retention and morale.
- Documented treatments delivered, medications and IVs administered, discharge instructions, and follow-up care.
- Reduced wound infection rates through strict adherence to aseptic protocols and proper wound dressing procedures.
- Evaluated patients'' wounds and recommended appropriate treatments, expediting healing process.
- Conducted regular assessments of patients'' wounds to monitor progress and adjust treatment plans accordingly.
- Assisted physicians in performing complex debridement procedures, ensuring optimal patient safety and comfort during process.
- Maintained up-to-date knowledge of advancements in wound care research, incorporating new findings into practice for better results.
- Served as subject matter expert in wound care nursing, providing guidance and consultation to fellow healthcare professionals.
- Implemented plans to prevent pressure ulcers and other wound developments.
- Treated over 100 patients per year with wounds caused by medical treatments, diseases and injuries.
LPN Case Manager
Caiyalynne Burrell Child Crisis Center
12.2020 - 04.2021
- Coordinated patient transfers to other facilities.
- Collaborated with insurance companies to secure authorization for necessary treatments or medications without compromising patient care.
- Implemented aspects of patient care under physician orders and sought clarification when needed to promote safety, quality and cost-efficient care.
- Observed and documented patient factors such as diets, physical activity levels, and behaviors to understand conditions and effectively modify treatment plans.
- Explained course of care and medication side effects to patients and caregivers in easy-to-understand terms.
- Adequate treatment for children 6-17yrs in mental health or substance abuse crisis
LPN Charge Nurse
Haywood Nursing and Rehabilitation
03.2018 - 12.2020
- Administered prescribed medications and started intravenous fluids to address patient symptoms and underlying etiologies.
- Charted changes in patient conditions and discussed concerns with supervising healthcare provider.
- Collected biological samples for routine laboratory testing to assist diagnostic processes.
- Addressed patient care needs, collected vitals, dressed wounds and managed catheters.
- Provided behavioral and emotional support and closely supervised patients suffering from dementia and Alzheimer's.
- Observed strict confidentiality and safeguarded all patient-related information.
- Communicated effectively with patients and loved ones to explain diagnoses, treatment options and procedures.
- Provided training and supervision to 5 member staff in Mental Health unit.
- Streamlined medication administration processes for improved accuracy, reducing medication errors and ensuring patient safety.
- Protected patients and healthcare team members from infection by sterilizing equipment and reusable supplies.
LPN Charge Nurse
Buncombe County Detention Center
05.2008 - 09.2010
- Answered patient calls, identified issues and determined how best to provide assistance within parameters established by facility
- Addressed 50 juvenile patient care needs, collected vitals, dressed wounds and managed catheters.
- Provided behavioral and emotional support and closely supervised patients suffering from mental health and substance abuse problems
- Evaluated juvenile patient care procedural changes for effectiveness and made necessary adjustments.
- Took blood, tissue and fluid samples to perform laboratory tests.
- Observed strict confidentiality and safeguarded all patient-related information.
- Monitored infection control procedures to verify facility-wide health and safety.
- Made valuable contributions to interdisciplinary healthcare team on mental heath and substance abuse initiatives for adult and juvenile offenders
LPN Charge Nurse
Greenville County Detention Center
01.2007 - 05.2008
- Answered patient calls, identified issues and determined how best to provide assistance within parameters established by facility and supervisor.
- Charted changes in juvenile patient conditions and discussed concerns with supervising healthcare provider.
- Addressed juvenile patient care needs, collected vitals, dressed wounds and managed catheters.
- Provided behavioral and emotional support and closely supervised 50 juveniles suffering from mental health and substance abuse problems.
- Directed implementation of improved patient care and documentation methods and procedures to achieve quality objectives.
- Evaluated patient care procedural changes for effectiveness and made necessary adjustments.
- Utilized computerized Resource and Patient Management System (RPMS) and Electronic Health Record (EHR) system.
- Administered medications and therapies in accordance with physicians orders.
- Observed strict confidentiality and safeguarded all patient-related information.
- Communicated effectively with patients and loved ones to explain diagnoses, treatment options and procedures.
- Monitored infection control procedures to verify facility-wide health and safety.
LPN Charge Nurse
Mission-Carepartners
08.2003 - 11.2006
- Administered prescribed medications and started intravenous fluids to address patient symptoms and underlying etiologies.
- Charted changes in patient conditions and discussed concerns with supervising healthcare provider.
- Addressed patient care needs, collected vitals, dressed wounds and managed catheters.
- Directed implementation of improved patient care and documentation methods and procedures to achieve quality objectives.
- Took blood, tissue and fluid samples to perform laboratory tests.
- Utilized computerized Resource and Patient Management System (RPMS) and Electronic Health Record (EHR) system.
- Monitored infection control procedures to verify facility-wide health and safety.
- Worked with RN Charge Nurse to evaluate intervention outcomes and make needed adjustments to care plans.
- Answered patient calls, identified issues and determined how best to provide assistance within parameters established by facility and supervisor.
Education
PNE Diploma - Nursing
Asheville Buncombe Technical Community College
Asheville, NC05.2003
Skills
- Post Operative Care
- Disease Prevention
- Nursing Ethics
- Behavioral Health
- End of life care
- Diabetes management
- Rehabilitation Nursing
- Psychiatric Nursing
- Geriatric Nursing
- Wound Care
- Emergency Response
Timeline
LPN
Asheville Specialty Hospital
06.2023 - Current
Nurse Manager/Wound Care Nurse
Maggie Valley Nursing And Rehabilitation
04.2021 - 06.2023
LPN Case Manager
Caiyalynne Burrell Child Crisis Center
12.2020 - 04.2021
LPN Charge Nurse
Haywood Nursing and Rehabilitation
03.2018 - 12.2020
LPN Charge Nurse
Buncombe County Detention Center
05.2008 - 09.2010
LPN Charge Nurse
Greenville County Detention Center
01.2007 - 05.2008
LPN Charge Nurse
Mission-Carepartners
08.2003 - 11.2006
PNE Diploma - Nursing
Asheville Buncombe Technical Community College
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