Courtney Bernard
Lafayette,LA
Summary
Compassionate LPN recognized for productivity and efficiency in task completion. Skilled in patient assessment, wound care, and medication administration, ensuring high standards of care. Excels in communication, teamwork, and adaptability, vital for navigating fast-paced healthcare environments and fostering positive patient outcomes.
Overview
2
2
years of professional experience
Work History
LPN
Iberia Medical Center
New Iberia, Louisiana
08.2024 - Current
- Assisted physicians with patient care by taking vital signs, administering injections and performing other nursing duties.
- Provided direct physical and emotional support to patients and their families.
- Performed routine laboratory tests including urinalysis, blood glucose monitoring and others.
- Maintained accurate medical records of each patient's health condition.
- Ensured that all medications were administered accurately and on time as prescribed by the physician.
- Observed patients for any changes in their condition or behaviour, reported findings to the supervisor or physician in charge.
- Instructed patients and their families about disease prevention, proper nutrition, medication management and other health related topics.
LPN
Lady of the Oaks
Lafayette, LA
03.2023 - 08.2024
- Maintained accurate medical records of each patient's health condition.
- Ensured that all medications were administered accurately and on time as prescribed by the physician.
- Observed patients for any changes in their condition or behaviour, reported findings to the supervisor or physician in charge.
- Instructed patients and their families about disease prevention, proper nutrition, medication management and other health related topics.
- Monitored patient progress during treatments or procedures, reporting any abnormalities to the healthcare team immediately.
- Assessed patient needs through interviews and physical examinations while adhering to safety standards.
- Provided emotional support during difficult times such as end-of-life decisions or family disputes over treatment options.
- Performed wound care including changing dressings, cleaning wounds, applying ointments and medications and providing other necessary treatments.
- Interviewed patients to obtain medical history.
- Collected biological specimens and packaged for laboratory transport to complete diagnostic tests.
- Managed patient records, ensuring confidentiality and compliance with healthcare regulations.
- Facilitated communication between patients, families, and healthcare professionals.
Education
Associate of Applied Science - Nursing
South Louisiana Community College
Lafayette, LA12-2022
Skills
- Medical equipment operation
- Infection control
- Lab specimen collection
- Behavioral health
Timeline
LPN
Iberia Medical Center
08.2024 - Current
LPN
Lady of the Oaks
03.2023 - 08.2024
Associate of Applied Science - Nursing
South Louisiana Community College