Colleen Houck
153 Bender Mill RD Lancaster,PA
Summary
Dedicated and compassionate Licensed Practical Nurse with extensive experience working with Geriatric population, ready for the next adventure in healthcare. History of commitment and loyalty to both employer and patients with great communication, organization, flexibility and prioritization skills.
Overview
23
23
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
LPN Field Clinican
Centerwell Home Health
Lancaster, PA
01.2014 - Current
- Participated in interdisciplinary team meetings for coordination of patient care plans.
- Educated patients and caregivers on medical diagnoses, chronic disease self-management, medications and wound management.
- Assisted in developing individualized plans of care for each patient based on assessment findings.
- Identified changes in condition or risk factors impacting a patient's health status through assessment and data collected during visits to the home setting.
- Served as a liaison between community agencies, LTC facilities and physician offices for coordination of services needed for optimal client outcomes.
- Conducted wound assessments. Collaborated with physician and RN for treatment changes when indicated.
- Collected venipuncture specimens and packaged and transported to laboratory to complete diagnostic tests.
- Documented patient medical histories, current symptoms, care provided and vitals using EMR
- Instructed new nursing staff on policies, procedures, techniques and strategies related to patient care and documentation.
- Performed triage to maximum team productivity and effectiveness.
- Participated in on-call rotations and delivered after-hours care.
CNA, LPN-Charge Nurse- Skilled Care
Willow Valley Communities
Willow Street, PA
01.2001 - 12.2013
- Coordinated communication between physicians and other healthcare professionals regarding patient care.
- Conducted daily rounds to assess patient conditions, evaluate progress towards goals, and document changes in status or plan of care as needed.
- Served as a preceptor for new nurses by providing orientation to unit policies and procedures, coaching on clinical skills, and mentoring on professional development issues.
- Provided direct patient care, including assessments and treatments, to a variety of patients.
- Coordinated, tasked and supervised nurses and ancillary staff based on staffing requirements.
LPN, Private Duty -Part Time
Bayada Home Care
Lancaster , PA
01.2007 - 01.2010
- 1:1 Personal Care, Medication Administration via PEG tube, ADL's, Coordination of Care. Documentation
Medical-Surgical LPN- Part Time
Ephrata Community Hospital
Ephrata, PA
01.2005 - 03.2006
- Medication Administration, Wound Care, IV Therapy, Telemetry, Documentation, Coordination of Care
Education
Licensed Practical Nursing Program Diploma -
Lancaster County Career & Technology Center
Willow Street, PA01-2004
Skills
- Geriatric
- Chronic Disease Management
- Care Coordination
- Case Management
- Care Planning
- Patient/Caregiver Education
- Wound Care - 19 years
- Physical Assessment
- Clinical Documentation - EMR
- Patient Advocacy
- Hybrid Setting
- MS Office
- Teamwork and flexibility
- Organization and Time Management
- Working Independently
Accomplishments
- Regional Clinician of the Year Nominee 2023
- Rehospitalization Reduction Committee 2023-Present
Certification
PA Licensed Practical Nurse License 2005-2024
BLS CPR American Safety & Health Institute 01/2025
PA Child Abuse Clearance 2024
References
References available upon request.
Timeline
LPN Field Clinican
Centerwell Home Health
01.2014 - Current
LPN, Private Duty -Part Time
Bayada Home Care
01.2007 - 01.2010
Medical-Surgical LPN- Part Time
Ephrata Community Hospital
01.2005 - 03.2006
CNA, LPN-Charge Nurse- Skilled Care
Willow Valley Communities
01.2001 - 12.2013
Licensed Practical Nursing Program Diploma -
Lancaster County Career & Technology Center
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