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Work History
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Certification
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Consuella Cartagena

Philadelphia,Pennsylvania

Summary

Compassionate and detail-oriented registered nurse graduate with a solid foundation in geriatric nursing practice for over 16 years as a licensed practical nurse. BLS-certified and skilled in patient assessment, medication administration, wound care, care planning, and collaboration within interdisciplinary teams. Known for strong communication, clinical judgment, and leadership skills. Eager to contribute to a healthcare team committed to delivering high-quality care and improving patient outcomes.

Overview

15
15
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification

Work History

LPN Charge Nurse

Germantown Home
Philadelphia, PA
03.2011 - Current
  • Supervise nursing staff and coordinate patient care activities.
  • Administer medications and monitor patient vital signs regularly.
  • Develop and implement individualized care plans for residents.
  • Conduct routine assessments to evaluate patient health conditions.
  • Train new nursing staff on protocols and best practices.
  • Communicate effectively with families regarding patient care updates.
  • Collaborate with interdisciplinary teams to enhance resident care quality.
  • Assess patients' health conditions and monitor changes in their condition.
  • Respond promptly to emergency situations as needed.
  • Observe and report changes in condition of patients and signs and symptoms of deviations from normal health status.
  • Provide patient care plans, treatments, and medications according to physicians' orders.
  • Evaluate patient responses to treatments and interventions and documented progress notes accordingly.

Education

Associate of Science - Registered Nurse

Jersey College
Ewing, NJ
08-2025

Practical Nursing - Licensed Practical Nurse

Eastern Center For Arts And Technology
Willow Grove, PA
09-2009

Skills

  • Patient assessment
  • Medication administration
  • Care plan development
  • Patient monitoring
  • Team collaboration
  • Effective communication
  • Vital signs monitoring
  • Geriatric care
  • Nursing documentation
  • Policy compliance
  • Feeding assistance
  • Nursing staff supervision

References

References available upon request.

Certification

  • NIH Stroke Scale Training & Certification
  • BLS Certified from American Heart Association

Timeline

LPN Charge Nurse

Germantown Home
03.2011 - Current

Associate of Science - Registered Nurse

Jersey College

Practical Nursing - Licensed Practical Nurse

Eastern Center For Arts And Technology