Knowledgeable LPN with deep understanding of patient care and addiction medication procedures. Successfully managed diverse patient needs in various healthcare settings, ensuring high-quality care and patient satisfaction. Demonstrated strong communication and problem-solving skills while working collaboratively with healthcare teams.
Overview
25
25
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Dispensary LPN
Spokane Comprehensive Treatment Center
07.2025 - Current
Facilitated efficient communication between patients, families, and healthcare providers to promote continuity of care across settings.
Managed time-sensitive tasks effectively under pressure while maintaining composure during critical situations or emergencies.
Obtained patient vital signs and input/output measurements from inpatients.
Performed routine evaluations of each patient's status, needs, and preferences.
Monitored, tracked, and conveyed important patient information to healthcare staff to help optimize treatment planning and care delivery.
Minimized staff and patient infection risk by cleaning and disinfecting equipment instruments.
Dispensary LPN
Camas Health Recovery
10.2024 - 06.2025
Prepared dispensary for State Inspection
Launched Mobile Dosing Unit
Collaborated with provider while by assessment information
Daily inventory of medications
Participated in State inspection, hands on dispensary assessment
Collaborated with interdisciplinary healthcare teams to ensure continuous quality improvement in patient care delivery.
Facilitated efficient communication between patients, families, and healthcare providers to promote continuity of care across settings.
Dispensary medication and supplies inventory
LPN
St Luke’s Rehab
10.2023 - 09.2024
Assessments on pts every shift
CBG
Care Plan outcomes
Documentation every shift
Admission tasks
Monitoring vitals
Contacting doctors about change of condition or medication
Monitoring sleeping patterns
Administration of medication
LPN
Eastern State Hospital
12.2022 - 04.2023
Medication Administration
Wound care
CBG checks and insulin administration
Receive Dr orders and carry them out
Patient engagement and advocacy
LPN
Kaiser Permanente
12.2022 - 04.2023
Wound care, dressing and undressing wounds, debriedment
Rooming patients
Ordering tests, vaccines, procedures
Setting up for skin removal, papsmears
Taking photos of skin problems for the charts
Charting reason for visits
Message management
Mental Health LPN
Oregon State Hospital
12.2018 - 11.2022
Medication Administration
Wound care
CBG checks and insulin administration
Receive Dr orders and carry them out
Patient engagement and advocacy
LPN Charge Nurse
Avamere Sunnyside
06.2018 - 11.2018
Supervised nursing staff ensuring adherence to protocols, procedures, and policies
Collaborated with Staffing to build schedules
Facilitated communications between patients, families, and providers.
Notified Dr of immediate changes in condition
Implemented protocols for infection prevention
Participated in quality improvement initiatives to enhance pt outcomes
Collaborative leadership of nursing assistant
LPN Charge Nurse
Windsor health and rehab
03.2018 - 06.2018
Supervised nursing staff ensuring adherence to protocols, procedures, and policies
Educated families and patients in post discharge planning and care
Facilitated communications between patients, families, and providers.
Implemented protocols for infection prevention
Participated in quality improvement initiatives to enhance pt outcomes
DSP
Rise services
07.2016 - 05.2018
Company Overview: Salem Oregon
Direct patient care
Performed ADL’s, tube feeding, suctioning
Gave meds via G-Tube, wound care
Salem Oregon
Education
Certificate of completion - LPN program
Four D College
Colton, CA
06.2000
Skills
Patient relationship building
HIPAA compliance
Staff direction and task delegation
Regulatory requirements
Adaptable and flexible
Compassionate care
Multi-tasking and prioritization
Physical assessment
Clinical judgment
Medication dispensing
Infection control
Staff supervision
Certification
Certified BLS, American Heart Association - October 2024