Courtney Phillips
Sheffield Lake,OH
Summary
Compassionate LPN with experience in nursing management and clinical leadership. Excelled in leading teams to enhance patient outcomes. Skilled in clinical assessment and staff evaluation, complemented by a strong foundation in nurse education and training. Demonstrated commitment to advancing healthcare standards and fostering team collaboration.
Overview
2
2
years of professional experience
Work History
Assistant Director of Nursing/LPN Wound Care Nurse
Elms Retirement Village
10.2024 - Current
- Developed comprehensive care plans for patients, ensuring optimal health outcomes and patient satisfaction.
- Contributed to the accreditation process by maintaining compliance with state and federal regulations for nursing standards.
- Planned and assigned workload to 4-5 person nursing staff to direct patient care.
- Developed positive employee relations, incentives, and recognition programs to promote teamwork and mutual respect.
- Promoted skin integrity through diligent monitoring and prevention measures such as pressure relief positioning and moisture management.
- Participated in continuing education opportunities to stay current on industry trends, emerging technologies, and evidence-based practices in wound care.
- Demonstrated competence in using a variety of wound care products, dressings, and devices to optimize healing outcomes.
- Effectively managed caseloads, ensuring timely attention to all patients in need of wound care services.
- Adhered to infection control protocols, maintaining a clean and safe environment for both patients and staff during wound care procedures.
Agency Staff Nurse
WellSpring
06.2024 - 10.2024
- Demonstrated adaptability by efficiently managing diverse caseloads across different units throughout the agency.
- Provided specialized wound care for complex cases, promoting healing and preventing complications.
- Administered injections, prescribed medications, and enemas and cleaned and dressed wounds to assist with basic medical care.
- Documented treatments delivered, medications and IVs administered, discharge instructions, and follow-up care.
- Evaluated patient histories, complaints, and current symptoms.
- Enhanced patient care by conducting thorough assessments and developing appropriate nursing interventions.
LPN
Danbury Senior Living
01.2023 - 01.2024
- Utilized time management skills to prioritize tasks effectively, allowing for efficient completion of daily responsibilities.
- Improved patient outcomes by providing high-quality nursing care and closely monitoring vital signs.
- Administered controlled narcotics, inserted IVs, and performed catheterizations.
- Conducted thorough patient assessments to identify medical needs and develop appropriate treatment plans.
- Managed patient care through closely monitoring respiration, blood pressure, and blood glucose levels.
- Assisted with admissions, appointments, transfers, and discharges.
- Performed routine evaluations of each patient's status, needs, and preferences.
LPN Surgical Tech
Mercy Health Hospital
07.2023 - 09.2023
- Collaborated effectively with multidisciplinary teams to optimize patient care before, during, and after surgery.
- Prepared operating rooms with required instruments, ensuring efficient setup for various surgical cases.
- Setup operating and surgery rooms by preparing equipment and supplies for upcoming procedures.
- Performed inventory management duties for the operating room supplies, ensuring adequate stock levels at all times.
- Minimized infection risks by strictly adhering to aseptic techniques when handling surgical supplies and equipment.
- Positioned patients and set up drapes to create comfortable surgical environment for patients.
- Passed instruments and supplies to surgical team members to provide surgeons with necessary tools to complete procedures.
Education
Diploma - Practical Nursing
Valley College
Parma, OH05-2023
Skills
- Nursing Management
- Case Management
- Clinical Leadership
- Clinical assessment
- Staff Evaluation
- Long-Term Care
- Clinical System Monitoring
- EMR Software
- Clinical Documentation
- Nurse Education and Training
- Leadership and Guidance
Timeline
Assistant Director of Nursing/LPN Wound Care Nurse
Elms Retirement Village
10.2024 - Current
Agency Staff Nurse
WellSpring
06.2024 - 10.2024
LPN Surgical Tech
Mercy Health Hospital
07.2023 - 09.2023
LPN
Danbury Senior Living
01.2023 - 01.2024
Diploma - Practical Nursing
Valley College
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