Christina White
Jacksonville,FL
Summary
Medical professional ready for role of LPN Charge Nurse. Leveraged comprehensive nursing skills to ensure patient wellbeing and support medical staff. Focused on team collaboration and adaptable to changing needs. Known for strong organizational abilities and compassionate patient care.
Overview
6
6
years of professional experience
Work History
LPN Charge Nurse
Plantation Manor Nursing Home
01.2018 - 10.2023
- Assessed patients' temperature, pulse, and blood pressure and recorded in electronic medical records.
- Delegated tasks effectively, optimizing staff productivity and maintaining a well-organized nursing unit.
- Assembled and used equipment such as catheters or oxygen suppliers to effectively manage patient care.
- Utilized critical thinking skills to make sound clinical decisions in high-pressure situations, minimizing risks and ensuring patient safety.
- Analyzed patient assessments and laboratory data to bring any issues to attention of physicians.
- Provided compassionate end-of-life care, supporting patients and their families through difficult times.
- Documented vitals and medical histories in patient charts when assessing patients and communicated patient information to physicians and other nurses for care continuity.
- Promoted continuity of care by thoroughly documenting shift-to-shift communication in nursing reports.
- Promoted patient independence by teaching self-care skills and explaining conditions and medications.
- Managed daily staff assignments and patient scheduling to guarantee clinic coverage and flow.
- Delivered direct quality care to patients by evaluating medical conditions and managing and assessing treatments.
- Implemented evidence-based nursing practices to improve patient health and maintain compliance with regulatory standards.
- Improved infection control measures by closely monitoring staff adherence to proper hand hygiene protocols.
- Streamlined medication administration processes for improved accuracy, reducing medication errors and ensuring patient safety.
- Coordinated timely admissions, transfers, and discharges for efficient bed utilization within the nursing unit.
- Evaluated staff performance through regular assessments, identifying areas for improvement and facilitating professional development opportunities.
- Enhanced staff morale by fostering a supportive work environment, recognizing outstanding performance, and addressing concerns effectively.
- Administered medications and injections to patients.
- Monitored patient health conditions to report changes to assigned physician.
- Delivered emotional support to patients and families during challenging times.
- Provided patient education on health care issues and prescribed medications.
- Evaluated patient histories, complaints, and current symptoms.
- Reviewed patient history to verify conditions and current medications.
- Clearly and thoroughly explained diagnoses, treatment options and procedures to patients and loved ones, checking in to verify understanding.
- Managed complex wound care cases, applying advanced knowledge of wound healing principles to achieve optimal results.
- Tracheostomy, Vent, Apnea Monitor, CPT Vest, Superpubic Catheter, and Pediatric Trained.
Education
Diploma-Licensed Practical Nurse - Nursing
Lawson State Community College
Bessemer, Al. Skills
- Nursing Documentation
- Geriatric Care
- Clinical judgment
- Mental health care
- Quality Improvement
- Disease Prevention
- Pediatric Care
- Medication Administration
- Patient Charting
- Wound Care
- Intravenous Medications
- CPR/AED
- Responsible and Dependable
- Physical assessments
- Staff Supervision
- ICD-10
- Excellent Communication
- Team Collaboration
- Active Listening
- Effective Communication
- Decision-Making
- Adaptability and Flexibility
Timeline
LPN Charge Nurse
Plantation Manor Nursing Home
01.2018 - 10.2023
Diploma-Licensed Practical Nurse - Nursing
Lawson State Community College