Corey E Cranford
Blue Springs,MO
Summary
Experienced licensed practical nurse with expertise in geriatric and correctional care. Skilled in medication administration, care management, and managing withdrawals and addiction cases. Recognized for reliability, ethical practice, and ability to stay composed in crises. Effective collaborator in multidisciplinary teams. Proficient in building positive relationships with patients, family members, physicians, and other medical professionals.
Overview
13
13
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
LPN Charge Nurse
Aspen Health & Wellness
06.2025 - Current
- Analyzed patient assessments and laboratory data to bring any issues to attention of physicians.
- Served as charge nurse, caring for patients with serious illnesses.
- Developed strong relationships with patients'' families, keeping them informed of progress reports and collaborating on decisions regarding their loved ones'' healthcare plans.
- Improved infection control measures by closely monitoring staff adherence to proper hand hygiene protocols.
- Increased patient satisfaction scores by consistently providing exceptional customer service and addressing concerns promptly.
- Administered medications and injections to patients.
- Monitored patient health conditions to report changes to assigned physician.
- Responded to patient requests with appropriate clinical and personal assistance.
- Provided patient education on health care issues and prescribed medications.
- Helped long-term care residents with bathing, dressing, feeding, and other daily living activities.
- 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.
LPN Charge Nurse
Ignite Medical Resorts
02.2024 - 05.2025
- 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.
- Provided compassionate end-of-life care, supporting patients and their families through difficult times.
- Promoted continuity of care by thoroughly documenting shift-to-shift communication in nursing reports.
- Promoted patient independence by teaching self-care skills and explaining conditions and medications.
- Maintained accurate medical records in accordance with established protocols, ensuring confidentiality of sensitive information at all times.
- Delivered direct quality care to patients by evaluating medical conditions and managing and assessing treatments.
- Implemented evidence-based nursing practices to improve patient health and maintain compliance with regulatory standards.
- Collaborated with interdisciplinary team members to optimize patient outcomes and deliver high-quality care.
- Enhanced staff morale by fostering a supportive work environment, recognizing outstanding performance, and addressing concerns effectively.
Licensed Practical Nurse
Jackson County Detention Center (Advanced Correctional Healthcare)
08.2023 - 01.2024
- Provide treatment and services to patients by utilizing direction from the Registered Nurse, the Doctor, or The Cedars protocols.
- Counsel patients regarding treatment, side effects of treatment, preventative measures, and make appropriate referrals.
- Act as patient advocate; advise patients on available services and appropriate medical follow-up.
- Maintain accurate patient records and maintain confidentiality at all times.
- Administer specified medication, orally or by subcutaneous or intermuscular injection, and note time and amount on patients' charts.
- Collect samples, such as urine, and sputum, from patients for testing and perform routine laboratory tests on samples.
- Sterilize equipment and supplies, using germicides, sterilizer, or autoclave.
- Record food and fluid intake and output.
- Take and record patients' vital signs.
- Dress wounds.
- Apply compresses, ice bags, and hot water bottles.
- Observe patients and report adverse reactions to medication or treatment to medical personnel in charge.
- (816) 881-4200
Licensed Practical Nurse
Wyandotte County Jail (Wellpath)
02.2021 - 08.2022
- Provide treatment and services to patients by utilizing direction from the Registered Nurse, the Doctor, or The Cedars protocols.
- Counsel patients regarding treatment, side effects of treatment, preventative measures, and make appropriate referrals.
- Act as patient advocate; advise patients on available services and appropriate medical follow-up.
- Maintain accurate patient records and maintain confidentiality at all times.
- Administer specified medication, orally or by subcutaneous or intermuscular injection, and note time and amount on patients' charts.
- Collect samples, such as urine, and sputum, from patients for testing and perform routine laboratory tests on samples.
- Sterilize equipment and supplies, using germicides, sterilizer, or autoclave.
- Record food and fluid intake and output.
- Take and record patients' vital signs.
- Dress wounds.
- Apply compresses, ice bags, and hot water bottles.
- Observe patients and report adverse reactions to medication or treatment to medical personnel in charge.
- (913) 573-2900
Licensed Practical Nurse
Orange County Corrections
10.2012 - 02.2021
- Provide treatment and services to patients by utilizing direction from the Registered Nurse, the Doctor, or The Cedars protocols.
- Counsel patients regarding treatment, side effects of treatment, preventative measures, and make appropriate referrals.
- Act as patient advocate; advise patients on available services and appropriate medical follow-up.
- Maintain accurate patient records and maintain confidentiality at all times.
- Administer specified medication, orally or by subcutaneous or intermuscular injection, and note time and amount on patients' charts.
- Collect samples, such as urine, and sputum, from patients for testing and perform routine laboratory tests on samples.
- Sterilize equipment and supplies, using germicides, sterilizer, or autoclave.
- Record food and fluid intake and output.
- Take and record patients' vital signs.
- Dress wounds.
- Apply compresses, ice bags, and hot water bottles.
- Observe patients and report adverse reactions to medication or treatment to medical personnel in charge.
- Write narrative reports describing events that have happened, such as confidential reports, incident reports, disciplinary reports, special observations reports, etc.
- Read and write short notes in a log book as a means of passing information about daily events from one shift to another, such as inventory logs, post logs, narrative logs, etc.
- Use portable two-way radio.
- Open and close gates or doors to restricted areas to allow vehicles/people to enter and exit.
- Issue logs and inventories facility keys.
- Attend and participate in required training.
- Read policy & procedure manuals, directives and memos.
- (407) 836-3400
Education
Licensed Practical Nurse Certificate -
Brown Mackie College
Salina, KS01.2011
Certificate of Therapeutic Massage - undefined
Heritage College
Wichita, KS01.2009
Skills
- Knowledge of universal precautions and infection control procedures
- Strong ability to learn to administer proper vaccines and immunizations
- Remarkable ability to administer a variety of pre-examination tests as directed
- Sound ability to respond to emergency situations
- Profound ability to interview patients in order to determine their medical history and background
- Excellent ability to counsel patients on a variety of health care related issues
- Remarkable ability to operate medical testing equipment
- Solid ability to prepare and perform laboratory tests
- Strong ability to maintain confidentiality
- Uncommon ability to prepare medical records and reports
- Remarkable ability to understand and follow oral and written instructions
- Unmatchable ability to communicate clearly and concisely, both orally and in writing
- Great ability to establish and maintain cooperative working relationships with those contacted in the course of work
Certification
- License Number 2023013053
- Issued 04/06/2023
- Expires 05/31/2026
- License number 23-42031
- Issued 09/16/2011
- Expires 10/31/2026
Section name
- Dear Human Resources:
- I am a LPN license and as professional with a wide background in healthcare related employment, I am interested in discussing the contribution I can make to the nursing staff at your organization. I have a background that encompasses a wide range of healthcare experience including private duty nursing, geriatric elder care, and work with severely impaired adults. Most recent employment was The Jackson County Detention Center, where I was employed as a LPN Nurse for night shift. I am sure that with my professional accomplishments, motivation and sense of responsibility, I can quickly become a productive member of your staff.
- This background has given me the training and work-ethic necessary to fulfill the rigorous requirements of employment as an LPN. As an experienced professional, I can certainly do an excellent job with all patient care, medical coordination and follow-up. Total commitment to the patients in my care and to the achievement of the objectives of the hospital/facility and medical staff is my primary focus. You will find me to be quick to learn and eager to initiate self-directed work when appropriate. The enclosed resume highlights the skills that you may find useful to your staff. I hold a deep commitment to excellence, and will make every effort to fulfill your requirements.
- Sincerely
- Corey E Cranford
Timeline
LPN Charge Nurse
Aspen Health & Wellness
06.2025 - Current
LPN Charge Nurse
Ignite Medical Resorts
02.2024 - 05.2025
Licensed Practical Nurse
Jackson County Detention Center (Advanced Correctional Healthcare)
08.2023 - 01.2024
Licensed Practical Nurse
Wyandotte County Jail (Wellpath)
02.2021 - 08.2022
Licensed Practical Nurse
Orange County Corrections
10.2012 - 02.2021
Certificate of Therapeutic Massage - undefined
Heritage College
Licensed Practical Nurse Certificate -
Brown Mackie College
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