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Connie Anderson

Sylacauga,AL

Summary

Proven Licensed Practical Nurse with a track record of improving patient outcomes at Healthcare at Buck Creek. Skilled in medication administration and direct patient care, demonstrating exceptional HIPAA compliance and teamwork. Excelled in nursing staff supervision, enhancing patient safety and care quality. Proficient and caring nursing team member offering over 20 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.

Overview

15
15
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification

Work History

Licensed Practical Nurse

Healthcare at Buck Creek
03.2024 - Current
  • Improved patient outcomes by administering medications, monitoring vital signs, and documenting relevant information.
  • Cared for wounds, provided treatments, and assisted with procedures.
  • Assisted with admissions, appointments, transfers, and discharges.
  • Collaborated with interdisciplinary healthcare teams to ensure continuous quality improvement in patient care delivery.
  • Managed patient care through closely monitoring respiration, blood pressure, and blood glucose levels.

LPN Charge Nurse

Sylacauga Health and Rehab
08.2023 - 02.2024
  • 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, tracheotomy tubes, 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.
  • Documented vitals and medical histories in patient charts when assessing patients and communicated patient information to physicians and other nurses for care continuity.

Office Manager

Anderson Office Solutions
07.2009 - 12.2022
  • Handled sensitive information with discretion, maintaining confidentiality of company documents and personnel records.
  • Provided exceptional customer service when addressing client inquiries or concerns via phone calls or email correspondence.
  • Maintained accurate financial records by reconciling accounts payable/receivable transactions regularly to ensure balanced budgets.
  • Oversaw office inventory activities by ordering and requisitions and stocking and shipment receiving.
  • Handled sensitive employee and client information with utmost confidentiality, maintaining trust and integrity.

Education

Associate of Applied Science - General Business

Central Alabama Community College
Alexander City, AL
12.2016

Diploma - Licensed Practical Nursing

Central Alabama Community College
Alexander City, AL
09.1990

Skills

Medication Administration

Direct Patient Care

Vital signs monitoring

HIPAA Compliance

Wound Care

Geriatric Care

EMR / EHR

Nursing Staff Supervision

Dementia Knowledge and Care

Certification

  • Basic Life Support (BLS) Certification - American Heart Association.
  • Licensed Practical Nurse (LPN) - Alabama Board of Nursing.
  • Long-Term Care Certification for LPNs/LVNs – Various Continuing Education Providers.

Timeline

Licensed Practical Nurse

Healthcare at Buck Creek
03.2024 - Current

LPN Charge Nurse

Sylacauga Health and Rehab
08.2023 - 02.2024

Office Manager

Anderson Office Solutions
07.2009 - 12.2022

Associate of Applied Science - General Business

Central Alabama Community College

Diploma - Licensed Practical Nursing

Central Alabama Community College
Connie Anderson