Connie Schrom
Schoharie,NY
Summary
Dynamic LPN Team Lead at Daughters Of Sarah Nursing Center with expertise in medication administration and patient education. Proven ability to enhance patient care quality through effective team building and clinical leadership. Recognized for swift emergency response and maintaining high standards of infection control, ensuring optimal patient outcomes.
Overview
27
27
years of professional experience
Work History
LPN Team Lead
Daughters Of Sarah Nursing Center
Albany, New York
09.2018 - Current
- Supervised nursing staff to ensure quality patient care standards.
- Monitored patient vital signs and reported changes to medical professionals.
- Managed medication administration and ensured compliance with safety protocols.
- Facilitated communication between patients, families, and healthcare providers.
- Provided direct supervision of assigned personnel during shift hours.
- Responded quickly and effectively to emergency situations requiring immediate attention.
- Collaborated with physicians, nurses, other health professionals, and administrative staff to ensure optimal patient outcomes.
- Educated patients on conditions, medications and self-care skills.
- Educated patients on wound and disease self-management techniques.
LPN Charge Nurse
Schenectady Centers
Schenectady, New York
06.2008 - 09.2018
- Supervised nursing staff to ensure high-quality patient care.
- Administered medications and monitored patient reactions effectively.
- Trained new staff on protocols and best practices in nursing care.
- Communicated with families about patient conditions and care plans.
- Implemented infection control measures to maintain a safe environment.
- Administered medications in accordance with policies and legal limitations.
- Responded promptly to emergency situations as needed.
- Ensured all safety protocols were followed during patient care.
- Observed and reported changes in condition of patients and signs and symptoms of deviations from normal health status.
- Supervised the activities of other nursing staff members and provided guidance when necessary.
- Maintained accurate medical records and updated them regularly.
- Educated patients on conditions, medications and self-care skills.
- Promoted positive relationships between patients, families, visitors, physicians, nurses, volunteers.
CNA/ LPN
Eden Park
Cobleskill, New York
01.1999 - 2008
- Assisted patients with daily living activities and personal hygiene tasks.
- Monitored vital signs and reported changes to nursing staff promptly.
- Maintained a clean and safe environment for patients and staff consistently.
- Educated patients and families on health management and safety practices effectively.
- Supported mobility by assisting with transfers, ambulation, and positioning.
- Responded to patient calls and needs with compassion and urgency consistently.
- Provided assistance with activities of daily living, including bathing, dressing and grooming.
- Performed vital sign assessments, such as taking blood pressure and temperature.
- Documented patient care services by charting in designated areas.
- Maintained a clean, safe environment for the patient by adhering to infection control policies and procedures.
- Answered patient call lights promptly and responded to requests appropriately.
- Demonstrated excellent customer service skills when interacting with patients, families and guests.
Education
LPN - LPN
Oneonta Area School of Practical Nursing
Oneonta, NY06-2006
Skills
- Medication administration
- Patient assessment
- Infection control
- Vital sign monitoring
- Care plan implementation
- Team building
- Employee training
- Patient education
- Time management
- Attention to detail
- Medical documentation
- Clinical leadership
- Quality improvement
- Geriatric care
- Nursing documentation
- Clinical procedures
- Emergency response
- Immunization administration
- Observe patients
- Feeding assistance
- Problem-solving abilities
Timeline
LPN Team Lead
Daughters Of Sarah Nursing Center
09.2018 - Current
LPN Charge Nurse
Schenectady Centers
06.2008 - 09.2018
CNA/ LPN
Eden Park
01.1999 - 2008
LPN - LPN
Oneonta Area School of Practical Nursing
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