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Christina Vandivier

Kannapolis,NC

Summary

Proficient and caring nursing team member offering over 19 years of patient-facing experience. Addresses patient needs with compassionate care and attention to detail. Diligent about maximizing satisfaction, safety and wellness while serving patients of all backgrounds. Skilled Licensed Practical Nurse offering 19+ years of experience in the field. Knowledgeable about assisting with non-invasive procedures and performing respiratory treatments. Strong documentation skills and a firm grasp of compliance requirements. 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. Proficient and caring nursing team member offering outstanding patient-facing experience. Adept at addressing patient needs with compassionate care and attention to detail. Diligent about maximizing satisfaction, safety and wellness while serving patients of all backgrounds. Dependable healthcare team member with sound judgment, excellent clinical abilities and smooth bedside manner. Track and chart vitals and other markers to help patients, support team treatment goals and boost outcomes. Exceptional approach in patient support. Experienced nursing professional with excellent skills in patient assessment, disease management and medication administration. Proven track record of delivering high-quality care. Organized LPN with experience providing skilled care to diverse patient populations. Compassionate professional with great engagement skills. Prioritize tasks and maintains accurate documentation. Seasoned LPN with expertise in Long Term Care and Primary care. Work effectively within interdisciplinary teams to develop, implement and adjust interventions. Organized and dependable candidate successful at managing multiple priorities with a positive attitude. Willingness to take on added responsibilities to meet team goals. Detail-oriented team player with strong organizational skills. Ability to handle multiple projects simultaneously with a high degree of accuracy.

Overview

17
17
years of professional experience

Work History

LPN

Liberty Commons Of Rowan County
02.2018 - Current
  • Documented accurate and complete patient information to address patient problems and expected outcomes.
  • Administered controlled narcotics, inserted IVs and performed catheterizations.
  • Performed routine evaluations of each patient's status, needs and preferences.
  • Obtained patient vital signs and input/output measurements from inpatients.
  • Assisted with admissions, appointments, transfers and discharges.
  • Managed patient care through closely monitoring respiration, blood pressure and blood glucose levels.
  • Monitored, tracked and conveyed important patient information to healthcare staff to help optimize treatment planning and care delivery.
  • Used aseptic techniques to provide sterilized wound care and dressing applications.
  • Comforted and counseled patients and families throughout care process.
  • Collaborated with interdisciplinary team of healthcare and social service providers to address patients' needs through effective intervention and care planning.
  • Cared for wounds, provided treatments and assisted with procedures.
  • Gathered lab specimens, ordered testing and interpreted results to diagnose patients.
  • Educated patients and caregivers on medical diagnoses, treatment options, chronic disease self-management and wound management.
  • Obtained biological specimens for ordered tests and prepared for laboratory transport.
  • Offered immediate assistance in emergency and routine paging situations to evaluate needs and deliver care.
  • Minimized staff and patient infection risk by cleaning and disinfecting equipment instruments.

LPN

W.G. Hefner VA Medical Center
10.2009 - 05.2021
  • Documented accurate and complete patient information to address patient problems and expected outcomes.
  • Administered controlled narcotics, inserted IVs and performed catheterizations.
  • Performed routine evaluations of each patient's status, needs and preferences.
  • Obtained patient vital signs and input/output measurements from inpatients.
  • Managed patient care through closely monitoring respiration, blood pressure and blood glucose levels.
  • Monitored, tracked and conveyed important patient information to healthcare staff to help optimize treatment planning and care delivery.
  • Used aseptic techniques to provide sterilized wound care and dressing applications.
  • Comforted and counseled patients and families throughout care process.
  • Collaborated with interdisciplinary team of healthcare and social service providers to address patients' needs through effective intervention and care planning.
  • Gathered lab specimens, ordered testing and interpreted results to diagnose patients.
  • Delivered updates in patient status to charge nurse, recording changes in medical records.
  • Educated patients and caregivers on medical diagnoses, treatment options, chronic disease self-management and wound management.
  • Obtained biological specimens for ordered tests and prepared for laboratory transport.
  • Minimized staff and patient infection risk by cleaning and disinfecting equipment instruments.
  • Answered incoming phone calls from patients to provide basic assistance and triage medical concerns.
  • Performed functional assessments for admission and discharge.
  • Supported physicians during examinations and scans to assist with diagnostic procedures.
  • Monitored and tracked patient vitals in [Software] to keep team informed of changing conditions.
  • Managed appointment calendar for scans, lab tests, and evaluations.

Education

Nursing Certificate - Nursing

Ivy Tech Community College of Indiana
Indianapolis, IN
01.2001

High School Diploma -

Rockville Jr-Sr High School
Rockville, IN
05.1991

Skills

  • Case Management
  • Counting Narcotics
  • Writing Reports
  • Assisting Physicians
  • EMR Systems
  • Tracking Symptoms
  • Transcribing Orders
  • ADLs Assistance
  • Direct Patient Care
  • Patient Assessments
  • Patient Triaging
  • Task Delegation
  • Multi-Tasking and Prioritization
  • Medication Administration
  • Patient Management
  • Equipment Assembly
  • EKG Administration
  • Tuberculosis Testing
  • Licensed Practical Nurse
  • Caregiving Skills
  • Charting and Recording
  • Medication Dispensing
  • Immunization Administration
  • Documenting Incidents
  • Vocational Support
  • Educating Families
  • Breathing Treatments
  • Care Planning
  • HIPAA Protocols
  • Documenting Intake
  • Monitor IV Fluids
  • Dementia Knowledge and Care
  • Medical History Documenting
  • Strong Clinical Judgment
  • Documenting Vital Signs
  • Supporting Daily Living Needs
  • Patient Positioning and Transporting
  • Pulse Oximetry Tracking
  • Pneumonia Vaccinations
  • Rehabilitation Support
  • Sterile Procedures and Techniques
  • Inventory Assessments
  • Tracheostomy Care
  • Call Answering and Assistance
  • Intramuscular Injections
  • Patient and Caregiver Education
  • Dietary Requirements and Restrictions
  • Sterilize Equipment
  • Intravenous Medications
  • Procedure Explanation
  • Adaptable and Flexible
  • Sample Collection

Timeline

LPN

Liberty Commons Of Rowan County
02.2018 - Current

LPN

W.G. Hefner VA Medical Center
10.2009 - 05.2021

Nursing Certificate - Nursing

Ivy Tech Community College of Indiana

High School Diploma -

Rockville Jr-Sr High School
Christina Vandivier