Courtney Pannell
Eastpointe
Summary
Dedicated LPN with over seven years of experience in various nursing roles. Proven ability to mentor staff, assess patient needs, and collaborate with interdisciplinary teams to enhance patient outcomes and ensure safety.
Overview
11
11
years of professional experience
Work History
LPN Charge Nurse
Corewell Health
Grosse Pointe, MI
01.2023 - Current
- Conducted staff training sessions on best practices for infection control and patient safety measures.
- Evaluated patient progress and adjusted care strategies based on clinical assessments and feedback.
- 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.
- Administered medications and monitored patient responses, ensuring adherence to safety protocols.
- Collaborated with interdisciplinary teams to develop and implement individualized care plans for patients.
- Mentored junior nurses, enhancing their skills in patient assessment and clinical decision-making.
LPN, Private Duty
Nursing Unlimited
Clinton Township, MI
03.2017 - 12.2022
- Administered medications and monitored patients' vital signs for optimal health outcomes.
- Developed individualized care plans based on patient assessments and family input.
- Educated patients and families on health management and medication adherence.
- Collaborated with healthcare teams to coordinate comprehensive patient care services.
- Implemented safety protocols to ensure a secure environment for patients and staff.
- Trained new nursing staff on best practices for private duty care delivery.
- Evaluated patient progress regularly, adjusting care plans as necessary for effectiveness.
- Assisted patients with activities of daily living, promoting independence and dignity in their own homes.
- Administered medications accurately, ensuring the proper dosage and timing for optimal treatment effectiveness.
- Conducted thorough assessments of patients'' vital signs and overall well-being, identifying potential issues early on for prompt intervention.
- Provided emotional support to patients and families during difficult times, fostering a nurturing environment for healing.
- Coordinated with physicians to develop customized home-based therapies for patients recovering from surgery or illness.
- Developed and maintained strong rapport with patients and families, earning their trust and confidence in the nursing care provided.
- Maintained accurate and up-to-date patient records, facilitating seamless communication among healthcare providers.
LPN Charge Nurse
Medilodge Of Sterling Heights
Sterling Heights, MI
11.2016 - 04.2017
- Supervised nursing staff and coordinated patient care activities to ensure high-quality outcomes.
- Streamlined workflow processes, improving efficiency in documentation and care delivery systems.
- Led quality improvement initiatives aimed at enhancing patient satisfaction and reducing readmission rates.
- 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.
- Developed strong relationships with patients'' families, keeping them informed of progress reports and collaborating on decisions regarding their loved ones'' healthcare plans.
- Assisted physicians during procedures, demonstrating strong clinical knowledge and attention to detail for successful outcomes.
- Maintained accurate medical records in accordance with established protocols, ensuring confidentiality of sensitive information at all times.
- Updated patient medical records with services provided, health conditions, and response to treatments using PCC.
- Implemented evidence-based nursing practices to improve patient health and maintain compliance with regulatory standards.
LPN School Nurse
ATC Healthcare
Midland, MI
01.2016 - 10.2016
- Administered medications and treatments per physician orders, ensuring adherence to safety protocols.
- Developed individualized health plans for students with chronic conditions, enhancing care quality.
- Collaborated with educators to address health-related barriers to learning, promoting student well-being.
- Conducted regular health screenings and assessments, identifying potential health issues early on.
- Educated students and staff on health topics, fostering a culture of wellness within the school community.
- Provided training and guidance to staff on emergency response procedures, ensuring preparedness for critical situations.
- Served as a knowledgeable resource for parents seeking guidance on their child''s immunization status or other pertinent health information.
- Coordinated with community resources to enhance the quality of healthcare services available to students in need.
- Promoted a positive school culture by fostering open communication between students, parents, and staff regarding health-related matters.
- Administered medications according to physician orders, monitoring for adverse reactions or side effects in a timely manner.
LPN Charge Nurse
Acadia Healthcare
Detroit, MI
01.2015 - 01.2016
- Analyzed patient assessments and laboratory data to bring any issues to attention of physicians.
- Served as charge nurse, caring for patients with serious illnesses.
- Provided compassionate end-of-life care, supporting patients and their families through difficult times.
- Documented vitals and medical histories in patient charts when assessing patients and communicated patient information to physicians and other nurses for care continuity.
- Collaborated with interdisciplinary team members to optimize patient outcomes and deliver high-quality care.
- Administered medications and injections to patients.
- Monitored patient health conditions to report changes to assigned physician.
Education
No Degree - RN
WCCCD
Detroit, MIHigh School Diploma -
Denby High School
Detroit06-1996
LPN - LPN
Oakland University
Rochester, MI08-2014
Skills
- Vital signs monitoring
- Nursing documentation
- Geriatric care
- End-of-life care
- Emergency care
- Home health care
- Policy compliance
- Clinical judgment
- Mental health care
- Medication administration
- Critical thinking
- Patient charting
- Wound care
- Intravenous medications
- Patient education
- Specimen collection
- CPR/AED
- Responsible and dependable
- Infection control
- Physical assessments
- Nursing staff supervision
- HIPAA compliance
- Activities of daily living adls
- Patient support
- Adaptable and flexible
- Certified in CPR/AED
- Wound dressing and suturing
- Call answering and assistance
- Patient observation
- Staff supervision
- Medical paperwork processing
- Nursing intervention evaluations
- Patient positioning and transporting
- Interdisciplinary team collaboration
- Conflict resolution
- Conditions reporting
- Inventory assessment
- In-home care
- Care planning and modifications
- Epic systems
- Teamwork
- Problem-solving
- Teamwork and collaboration
- Time management
- Multitasking
- Patient care
- Basic life support
- Reliability
- Excellent communication
- Organizational skills
- Active listening
Timeline
LPN Charge Nurse
Corewell Health
01.2023 - Current
LPN, Private Duty
Nursing Unlimited
03.2017 - 12.2022
LPN Charge Nurse
Medilodge Of Sterling Heights
11.2016 - 04.2017
LPN School Nurse
ATC Healthcare
01.2016 - 10.2016
LPN Charge Nurse
Acadia Healthcare
01.2015 - 01.2016
No Degree - RN
WCCCD
High School Diploma -
Denby High School
LPN - LPN
Oakland University