Patient-oriented nursing professional with 13 years of hands-on experience in delivering quality direct and indirect patient care to individuals in long term care settings. Skillfully completes tasks and fosters relationships with patients, caregivers and coworkers to drive patient care goals and advance nursing philosophies.
Overview
16
16
years of professional experience
Work History
Licensed Practical Nurse
Rockingham County Nursing Home
Brentwood, NH
03.2008 - Current
Performed physical assessments, including vital signs and health history documentation.
Provided patient care in accordance with physicians' orders and nursing standards of practice.
Assisted patients with personal hygiene activities such as bathing, dressing, eating, grooming, and toileting needs.
Administered medications and treatments according to established protocols.
Observed changes in patient's condition and reported any significant changes to the registered nurse or physician.
Monitored vital signs, fluid intake and output levels, glucose levels, and other medical tests results.
Ensured that all clinical documentation is accurate and up-to-date in the electronic medical record system.
Maintained a safe environment by following infection control policies and procedures.
Instructed patients on proper use of equipment such as wheelchairs or walkers.
Conducted regular rounds to assess the status of assigned patients.
Adhered to facility policies and procedures while providing quality nursing care.
Communicated concerns regarding patients' status, care and environment to nursing supervisors, clinical care supervisors and case managers.
Monitored patient's respiration activity, blood pressure and blood glucose levels in response to medical administration.
Used sterile techniques to prepare patients for procedures.
Education
Associate Degree in Nursing - Nursing
Manchester Community College
Manchester, NH
05.2010
Bachelor of Arts - Marketing
Quinnipiac University
Hamden, CT
05.1999
Skills
Physical Assessment
Samples Collection
Wound Care
Clinical Documentation
Patient Care
Patient Evaluations
Vital Signs
Multi-Tasking and Prioritization
Direct Patient Care
Staff Direction and Task Delegation
Writing Reports
Medication Dispensing
Patient Management
Documenting Incidents
Patient Assessments
Staff Supervision
Tracking Symptoms
Medication Administration
Breathing Treatments
ADL Assistance
Immunization Administration
Caring for Wounds
Licensed Practical Nurse
Healthcare Platforms
Chronic Disease Management
Timeline
Licensed Practical Nurse
Rockingham County Nursing Home
03.2008 - Current
Associate Degree in Nursing - Nursing
Manchester Community College
Bachelor of Arts - Marketing
Quinnipiac University
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