Well-qualified medical professional with experience triaging patients, capturing information and completing basic procedures such as wound care. Excellent communication, prioritization and multitasking abilities with sound judgment and compassionate nature. Background in clinic and hospital environments.
Overview
10
10
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
LPN
Williamsville Suburban Healthcare Facility
01.2024 - Current
Managed patient care through closely monitoring respiration, blood pressure, and blood glucose levels.
Administered controlled narcotics, inserted IVs, and performed catheterizations.
Obtained patient vital signs and input/output measurements from inpatients.
Assisted with admissions, appointments, transfers, and discharges.
Performed wound care treatments using sterile techniques, promoting healing and preventing complications.
Adhered to treatment plan instructions when administering medications and treatments to patients.
Improved patient outcomes by providing high-quality nursing care and closely monitoring vital signs.
Cared for wounds, provided treatments, and assisted with procedures.
Reduced medication errors by accurately administering medications and diligently verifying patient information.
Documented accurate and complete patient information to address patient problems and expected outcomes.
Provided emotional support to patients and families during difficult times, fostering positive relationships built on trust and compassion.
Agency LPN
Nursefinders Of Western New York
06.2020 - 02.2024
Followed and implemented state guidelines in a COVID environment
Implemented infection control measures, ensuring clean and safe environment for patients and staff.
Administered controlled narcotics, inserted IVs, and performed catheterizations.
Obtained patient vital signs and input/output measurements from inpatients.
Performed wound care treatments using sterile techniques, promoting healing and preventing complications.
Adhered to treatment plan instructions when administering medications and treatments to patients.
Reduced medication errors by accurately administering medications and diligently verifying patient information.
Documented accurate and complete patient information to address patient problems and expected outcomes.
LPN Agency Nurse
CareStat LLC
10.2021 - 12.2023
Adhered to treatment plan instructions when administering medications and treatments to patients.
Managed patient care through closely monitoring respiration, blood pressure, and blood glucose levels.
Administered controlled narcotics, inserted IVs, and performed catheterizations.
Obtained patient vital signs and input/output measurements from inpatients.
Performed wound care treatments using sterile techniques, promoting healing and preventing complications.
Accurately recorded interactions in medical charts, documenting accidents and interventions applied.
LPN Travel Nurse
MedWave Healthcare Staffing
11.2022 - 11.2023
Administered controlled narcotics, inserted IVs, and performed catheterizations.
Managed patient care through closely monitoring respiration, blood pressure, and blood glucose levels.
Obtained patient vital signs and input/output measurements from inpatients.
Assisted with admissions, appointments, transfers, and discharges.
Performed wound care treatments using sterile techniques, promoting healing and preventing complications.
Adhered to treatment plan instructions when administering medications and treatments to patients.
Reduced medication errors by accurately administering medications and diligently verifying patient information.
Travel LPN
Regional Care Network
10.2020 - 01.2023
Followed and implemented state guidelines for PPE in a COVID environment
Obtained Nasopharyngeal and oral swabs for COVID testing, including rapid testing
Maintained accurate and up-to-date documentation of patient records, adhering to HIPAA regulations and facility policies.
Administered vaccinations to travelers as per CDC guidelines, preventing the spread of infectious diseases across borders.
Administered medications and treatment to patients and monitored responses.
Assessed patients' temperature, pulse, and blood pressure and recorded in electronic medical records.
LPN Travel Nurse
ProLink Staffing
01.2022 - 08.2022
Assist RN with daily assistance with patients on MICU
Drop downed as PCA to provide service during crisis
Obtained EKG and blood cultures daily as needed
Ensured RN's had daily supplies as needed
Transported patients to clinics as ordered
Cared for intubated and critically ill patients
Prepared and transported deceased patients to morgue
Successfully completed contract with multiple extensions.
Agency LPN
Favorites Staffing
06.2019 - 06.2022
Demonstrated proficiency in wound care techniques, reducing infection rates and promoting faster healing times for patients.
Enhanced patient care by providing thorough assessments, vital sign monitoring, and administering medications as prescribed.
Delivered high-quality nursing care across diverse settings such as long-term care facilities, rehabilitation centers, home health agencies, or outpatient clinics depending on agency placement needs.
Recognized potential emergencies early through vigilant monitoring of patients'' conditions, initiating appropriate interventions as needed.
Facilitated smooth transitions of care between shifts by providing concise handoff reports to colleagues at shift changeovers.
Administered vaccinations according to schedule, safeguarding public health through preventive measures.
Telemetry Nurse
Erie County Medical Center Corporation
05.2018 - 01.2020
Provide patient centered care
Monitor telemetry patients while in transport
Ability to recognize abnormal ECG
Recognize different rates and rhythms
Ability to read 6 second strip
Knowledge of critical care dysthymia protocols and policy
Medication administration including injections on a scheduled or PRN basis
Administered medications and total feeds properly via Tubing
Provided care to patients on Ventilators and Tracheotomy, closed and open suction
Managed wound care properly with or without suctioning
Knowledge of code cart and policy number n usage
LPN (Licensed Practical Nurse)
Allentown Pediatrics and Adolescent Medicine
11.2018 - 07.2019
Triage patients and obtain vital signs dependent on reason for visit
Administer vaccines as ordered and/or standing order vaccines
Provide patient with ordered medications and or healthcare needs
Place orders to different vendors to ensure the steady flow of daily practice
Efficiently navigate through EMR on a daily basis
Collection and delivery of specimens to specific lab
Order necessary Respiratory equipment needed
Provide patient education
LPN Supervisor
Glenwell
02.2018 - 01.2019
Supervise and manage PCA, HHA, and RCA's to provide assisted safe care to residents
Administration of medications on a daily basis
Utilizing nursing judgement to determine safety of residents and/ or care to be provided
Manage Memory Care Unit with 30 patients in a nightly basis
LPN
Garden Gate Health Care Facility
12.2017 - 03.2018
Obtained cultures, handled PEG tubes, Suctioning, Trach Care, IV hanging, Clysis, wound vacs and electro skin repairs
Administered controlled narcotics, inserted IVs, and performed catheterizations.
Managed patient care through closely monitoring respiration, blood pressure, and blood glucose levels.
Assisted with admissions, appointments, transfers, and discharges.
Adhered to treatment plan instructions when administering medications and treatments to patients.
Performed wound care treatments using sterile techniques, promoting healing and preventing complications.
Accurately recorded interactions in medical charts, documenting accidents and interventions applied.
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Patient Health Navigator
Greater Buffalo United Accountable Healthcare Network
06.2014 - 10.2016
Effectively managing assigned caseload of 80+ and establishing and maintaining a positive, trustworthyrelationship with clients
Meeting with clients in their homes, physician/provider office and other public places to conduct healthneeds and assessments and other required documentation
Working collaboratively with a team that includes Care Managers, Health Navigators, Physicians, and
Social Needs Coordinators to develop care plan
Use of mobile devices as well as EMR (MEDENT), HealtheLink, Epaces, Sense Health, BTQ, and othersoftware
Responsible for coordinating enrolled program beneficiaries' interrelated medical, behavioral, socialentitlement, and long-term care services and supports
Obtain community participants vitals, and health screens as public fairs.
Education
License - Practical Nursing
Trocaire College
Buffalo, NY
12.2017
Associate of Applied Science - Medical Assistant
Bryant & Stratton College
Buffalo, NY
12.2013
Certification
LPN
BLS Certification
LVN
CPR Certification
Nursing Licenses, PN, 01/01/23, NY
Timeline
LPN
Williamsville Suburban Healthcare Facility
01.2024 - Current
LPN Travel Nurse
MedWave Healthcare Staffing
11.2022 - 11.2023
LPN Travel Nurse
ProLink Staffing
01.2022 - 08.2022
LPN Agency Nurse
CareStat LLC
10.2021 - 12.2023
Travel LPN
Regional Care Network
10.2020 - 01.2023
Agency LPN
Nursefinders Of Western New York
06.2020 - 02.2024
Agency LPN
Favorites Staffing
06.2019 - 06.2022
LPN (Licensed Practical Nurse)
Allentown Pediatrics and Adolescent Medicine
11.2018 - 07.2019
Telemetry Nurse
Erie County Medical Center Corporation
05.2018 - 01.2020
LPN Supervisor
Glenwell
02.2018 - 01.2019
LPN
Garden Gate Health Care Facility
12.2017 - 03.2018
Patient Health Navigator
Greater Buffalo United Accountable Healthcare Network
06.2014 - 10.2016
License - Practical Nursing
Trocaire College
Associate of Applied Science - Medical Assistant
Bryant & Stratton College
LPN
BLS Certification
LVN
CPR Certification
Nursing Licenses, PN, 01/01/23, NY
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