Crystal Baker
East Orange,NJ
Summary
Patient-focused Licensed Practical Nurse offering 13+ year background driving quality improvements and coaching nursing staff to reach full potential. Strong organizational, communication and multitasking abilities. Expertise in managing medical records, evaluating staff performance and developing continued care plans.
Overview
14
14
years of professional experience
Work History
ADON/IP Staff Development
Complete Care @ West Caldwell
01.2023 - Current
- Established strong partnerships with community resources including hospice providers, home health agencies, and outpatient rehabilitation centers to enhance patient care transitions and discharge planning.
- Managed staffing needs effectively, ensuring appropriate nurse-to-patient ratios during all shifts.
- Mentored new nursing staff, fostering professional growth and development while maintaining high standards of patient care.
- Reduced medication errors by conducting thorough medication administration audits and providing feedback to nursing staff.
- Oversaw infection control efforts throughout the facility, contributing to reduced transmission rates among patients and staff members alike.
- Assisted in developing policies and procedures that were in compliance with state regulations, maintaining accreditation standards for the facility.
- Led quality improvement initiatives focused on reducing hospital-acquired infections, enhancing overall patient safety measures.
- Evaluated emerging trends in healthcare delivery models to identify opportunities for process improvements within the organization.
- Participated in regulatory surveys conducted by external agencies, demonstrating compliance with established standards of practice and delivering high-quality patient care services consistently across all aspects of operations.
- Enhanced staff competency through regular training sessions and performance evaluations.
- Oversaw and approved recruitment, hiring and orientation of new nursing staff.
Staff Licensed Practical Nurse
West Caldwell Care Center
02.2011 - Current
- Collaborated with interdisciplinary healthcare teams to develop comprehensive care plans for patients.
- Enhanced patient comfort levels through effective pain management strategies tailored to individual preferences.
- Facilitated smooth transitions between shifts by providing detailed handover reports highlighting pertinent patient information.
- Provided quality wound care for patients, contributing to faster healing times and reduced infection rates.
- Maintained accurate and up-to-date patient records, ensuring efficient communication among healthcare providers.
- Efficiently managed time-sensitive tasks such as administering medications, collecting samples, and documenting vital signs to optimize patient care.
- Educated patients and families on self-care techniques, promoting independence and successful post-discharge outcomes.
- Administered medication accurately, reducing the risk of medication errors and ensuring proper treatment.
- Assisted physicians with procedures like wound debridement or catheter insertion by effectively preparing supplies and equipment beforehand.
- Assisted with admissions, appointments, transfers, and discharges.
- Cared for wounds, provided treatments, and assisted with procedures.
Clinic Staff Nurse
Newark Community Health Centers
04.2021 - 06.2022
- Successfully managed time-sensitive situations under pressure such as sudden emergencies or unexpected changes in staffing levels.
- Assisted in streamlining clinic processes, contributing to shorter wait times and increased patient satisfaction.
- Collaborated with support staff to ensure prompt scheduling of appointments and follow-up visits, enhancing overall clinic productivity.
- Participated in quality improvement initiatives, resulting in enhanced patient safety protocols within the clinic setting.
- Maintained accurate and comprehensive medical records, ensuring timely communication with healthcare providers for seamless continuity of care.
- Assisted physicians during examinations and procedures, facilitating efficient completion of tasks while prioritizing patient comfort.
- Delivered high-quality patient education to promote adherence to prescribed treatment regimens.
- Administered medications accurately and consistently per physician orders, decreasing the likelihood of adverse reactions or medication errors substantially.
- Delegated patient care responsibilities to nursing assistants and student nurses.
Education
No Degree - Nursing
Lincoln Technical Institute
Paramus, NJ10.2010
Skills
- Clinical Leadership
- Quality Improvement
- Care Plan Development
- Healthcare administration
- Staff Development
- Recruiting and Hiring
- Multidisciplinary Collaboration
- Strong Work Ethic
- HIPAA Regulations
- Critical Thinking
- Direct Patient Care
- Clinical Documentation
Timeline
ADON/IP Staff Development
Complete Care @ West Caldwell
01.2023 - Current
Clinic Staff Nurse
Newark Community Health Centers
04.2021 - 06.2022
Staff Licensed Practical Nurse
West Caldwell Care Center
02.2011 - Current
No Degree - Nursing
Lincoln Technical Institute
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