Margaret Burns
Tupelo,MS
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. 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.
Overview
12
12
years of professional experience
1
1
Certificate
Work History
Licensed Practical Nurse
Mississippi Methodist Senior Services
01.2022 - Current
- Documented accurate and complete patient information to address patient problems and expected outcomes.
- Cared for wounds, provided treatments, and assisted with procedures.
- Adhered to treatment plan instructions when administering medications and treatments to patients.
- Delivered updates in patient status to charge nurse, recording changes in medical records.
- Offered immediate assistance in emergency and routine paging situations to evaluate needs and deliver care.
- Accurately recorded interactions in medical charts, documenting accidents and interventions applied.
- Administered controlled narcotics, inserted IVs, and performed catheterizations.
- Assisted with admissions, appointments, transfers, and discharges.
Licensed Practical Nurse
Mississippi Care Center
01.2021 - 02.2022
- Performed routine evaluations of each patient's status, needs, and preferences.
- Cared for wounds, provided treatments, and assisted with procedures.
- Adhered to treatment plan instructions when administering medications and treatments to patients.
- Accurately recorded interactions in medical charts, documenting accidents and interventions applied.
- Administered controlled narcotics, inserted IVs, and performed catheterizations.
- Gathered lab specimens, ordered testing, and interpreted results to diagnose patients.
- Responded to patient requests with appropriate clinical and personal assistance.
- Worked with multidisciplinary team to carry out successful treatment plans for diverse acute and chronic conditions.
Licensed Practical Nurse
Cornerstone
08.2020 - 01.2021
- Monitored, tracked, and conveyed important patient information to healthcare staff to help optimize treatment planning and care delivery.
- Evaluated patients to identify and address wounds, behavioral concerns, and medically relevant symptoms.
- Adhered to treatment plan instructions when administering medications and treatments to patients.
- Delivered updates in patient status to charge nurse, recording changes in medical records.
- Collaborated with interdisciplinary team of healthcare and social service providers to address patients' needs through effective intervention and care planning.
- Managed patient care through closely monitoring respiration, blood pressure, and blood glucose levels.
- Accurately recorded interactions in medical charts, documenting accidents and interventions applied.
- Used aseptic techniques to provide sterilized wound care and dressing applications.
Certified Nursing Assistant
Landmark Nursing & Rehab Center
08.2019 - 05.2020
- Answered call lights and supported patient comfort and safety by adjusting bed rails and equipment.
- Promoted good oral and personal hygiene by aiding patients with shaving, bathing, and teeth brushing.
- Supported ambulation and physical therapy needs by conducting planned exercise routines.
- Checked patient vitals such as temperature, blood pressure, and blood sugar levels.
- Assisted with feeding and monitored intake to help patients achieve nutritional objectives.
- Utilized therapeutic communication, empathy and active listening skills to encourage and develop positive relationships with patients.
- Participated in fun group activities with patients to boost mood, improve overall memory, and provide light entertainment.
- Completed activities of daily living for patients unable to self-care, and assisted those with limited mobility in completing tasks.
Certified Nursing Assistant
Mississippi Care Center
03.2019 - 10.2019
- Answered call lights and supported patient comfort and safety by adjusting bed rails and equipment.
- Supported ambulation and physical therapy needs by conducting planned exercise routines.
- Checked patient vitals such as temperature, blood pressure, and blood sugar levels.
- Participated in fun group activities with patients to boost mood, improve overall memory, and provide light entertainment.
- Completed activities of daily living for patients unable to self-care, and assisted those with limited mobility in completing tasks.
- Facilitated personal hygiene management, feeding and ambulation.
- Helped patients complete range of motion exercises to prevent loss of function during care.
- Assisted nursing staff with completing daily rounds, documenting vital signs and answering calls.
Certified Nursing Assistant
North Mississippi Medical Center:BNF
10.2016 - 03.2019
- Answered call lights and supported patient comfort and safety by adjusting bed rails and equipment.
- Promoted good oral and personal hygiene by aiding patients with shaving, bathing, and teeth brushing.
- Cared for clients with diagnoses such as respiratory failure, diabetes, Parkinson's disease and muscular dystrophy.
- Completed activities of daily living for patients unable to self-care, and assisted those with limited mobility in completing tasks.
- Facilitated personal hygiene management, feeding and ambulation.
- Maintained patient stability by checking vital signs and weight and recording intake and outtake information.
- Changed linens in rooms, keeping spaces fresh and clean for patient health and satisfaction.
- Offered immediate assistance in emergency and routine paging situations to evaluate needs and deliver care.
Personal Care Assistant
Right At Home Health Care
01.2015 - 11.2016
- Built strong relationships with clients to deliver emotional support and companionship.
- Assisted with dressing guidance, grooming, meal preparation, and medication reminders.
- Assisted clients with daily living needs to maintain self-esteem and general wellness.
- Engaged patients in meaningful conversation, socialization, and activity while providing personal care assistance.
- Planned, prepared, and served meals and snacks according to prescribed diets.
- Recognized and reported abnormalities or changes in patients' health status to case manager.
- Cleaned house, ran errands, managed laundry, and completed weekly grocery shopping.
- Built and maintained rapport with clients and family members to facilitate trusting caregiver relationship.
Personal Care Assistant
Mississippi Department Of Rehabilitation Services
07.2011 - 01.2015
- Built strong relationships with clients to deliver emotional support and companionship.
- Assisted with dressing guidance, grooming, meal preparation, and medication reminders.
- Engaged patients in meaningful conversation, socialization, and activity while providing personal care assistance.
- Planned, prepared, and served meals and snacks according to prescribed diets.
- Cleaned house, ran errands, managed laundry, and completed weekly grocery shopping.
- Scheduled and accompanied clients to medical appointments.
- Provided compassionate and patient-focused care to cultivate well-being.
- Laundered items, changed sheets and made bed to keep patients' bedroom clean.
- Built and maintained rapport with clients and family members to facilitate trusting caregiver relationship.
- Guided patients to restroom to support bladder and bowel relief requirements.
- Planned activities to encourage movement, stretching and strength building.
Education
Associate of Applied Science - Practical Nursing
Tennessee College of Applied Technology - Crump
Crump, TN08.2020
Skills
- Family Communication
- Wound Care
- Pulse Oximetry Tracking
- Physical Assessment
- Direct Patient Care
- Emergency Response
- ADL Assistance
- Behavioral Assessment
- Vital Signs
- Medication Administration
- Breathing Treatments
- Rehabilitation Techniques
- Immunization Administration
- Clinical Documentation
- Health Education
- Palliative Care
- Team Collaboration
- Diabetes Management
- Geriatric Care
- Home Health Care
- Certified in CPR/AED
Timeline
Licensed Practical Nurse
Mississippi Methodist Senior Services
01.2022 - Current
Licensed Practical Nurse
Mississippi Care Center
01.2021 - 02.2022
Licensed Practical Nurse
Cornerstone
08.2020 - 01.2021
Certified Nursing Assistant
Landmark Nursing & Rehab Center
08.2019 - 05.2020
Certified Nursing Assistant
Mississippi Care Center
03.2019 - 10.2019
Certified Nursing Assistant
North Mississippi Medical Center:BNF
10.2016 - 03.2019
Personal Care Assistant
Right At Home Health Care
01.2015 - 11.2016
Personal Care Assistant
Mississippi Department Of Rehabilitation Services
07.2011 - 01.2015
Associate of Applied Science - Practical Nursing
Tennessee College of Applied Technology - Crump
Affiliations
Affiliations
National Federation of Licensed Practical Nurses,Inc
Practical Nursing Education Association
Mississippi LPN Association
Certification
- Licensed Practical Nurse (LPN)
- Certified Nurse Assistant (CNA)
- First Aid/CPR Certified
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