Dawn Cavalluzzo
Dr Laura Ann Levinsky PMHNP,BC,DNP
Medford,NY
1
Certification
19
years of professional experience
Compassionate Licensed Practical Nurse experienced in medication management, patient assessments, and infection control. Delivered improved patient satisfaction through empathetic communication and timely interventions while fostering collaboration within multidisciplinary teams. Committed to enhancing patient outcomes through effective clinical documentation and emergency response.
Work History
LPN Nurse
2 Years 3 Months- Administered medications and monitored patient responses to ensure optimal care and safety.
- Assisted in developing personalized care plans tailored to individual patient needs.
- Provided emotional support and education to patients and families regarding health management.
- Collaborated with multidisciplinary teams to coordinate comprehensive patient care strategies.
- Conducted routine assessments, documenting vital signs and changes in patient conditions promptly.
- Improved patient outcomes by administering medications, monitoring vital signs, and documenting relevant information.
- Cared for wounds, provided treatments, and assisted with procedures.
- Documented accurate and complete patient information to address patient problems and expected outcomes.
- Managed patient care through closely monitoring respiration, blood pressure, and blood glucose levels.
- Facilitated communication among patients, families, and healthcare providers to enhance continuity of care.
- Managed critical situations to uphold patient care standards and ensure safety.
- Obtained patient vital signs and input/output measurements from inpatients.
- Administered controlled narcotics, inserted IVs, and performed catheterizations.
- Provided compassionate palliative care for terminally ill patients while supporting their emotional needs during end-of-life stages.
- Mentored new nursing staff to enhance professional development opportunities within the team dynamic.
- Collaborated with interdisciplinary team of healthcare and social service providers to address patients' needs through effective intervention and care planning.
- Evaluated patients to identify and address wounds, behavioral concerns, and medically relevant symptoms.
- Gathered lab specimens, ordered testing, and interpreted results to diagnose patients.
- Used aseptic techniques to provide sterilized wound care and dressing applications.
- Maintained a safe and therapeutic environment for patients through effective risk assessment and crisis intervention strategies.
- Delivered updates in patient status to charge nurse, recording changes in medical records.
- Offered immediate assistance in emergency and routine paging situations to evaluate needs and deliver care.
- Assisted with feeding and monitored intake to help patients achieve nutritional objectives.
- Delivered culturally competent care that respected diverse patient populations'' unique values, beliefs, and traditions.
- Ensured regulatory compliance by adhering to infection control protocols and maintaining accurate documentation of patient data.
- Increased patient satisfaction scores by consistently delivering high-quality nursing care tailored to individual needs and preferences.
- Minimized staff and patient infection risk by cleaning and disinfecting equipment instruments.
- Implemented infection control protocols, significantly reducing incidence of hospital-acquired infections.
- Monitored patient reactions to medications and treatments, quickly addressing adverse reactions.
- Coordinated with pharmacy staff to ensure accurate medication dispensing, minimizing errors.
- Administered medications to ensure adherence to treatment plans, improving health outcomes.
- Advocated for patients' needs and preferences with healthcare providers, fostering patient-centered care.
- Supported patient recovery through compassionate care and vigilant monitoring of vital signs.
- Improved patient satisfaction with empathetic communication and timely response to needs.
- Streamlined medication administration processes, reducing wait times and increasing patient compliance.
- Assessed patients' temperature, pulse, and blood pressure and recorded in electronic medical records.
- Delivered emotional support to patients and families during challenging times.
- Responded to patient requests with appropriate clinical and personal assistance.
- Assisted patients with bathing to promote hygiene and comfort., dressing and eating.
- Collected samples for diagnostic tests to support accurate patient assessments. diagnostic and routine assessment tests.
- Helped long-term care residents with bathing, dressing, feeding, and other daily living activities.
- Documented patient assessments accurately in electronic health records for continuity of care.
LPN Nurse
8 Years 4 Months- Updated patient diagnoses and medications to reflect current treatment plans.
- Processed medication refills, ensuring accuracy and compliance with regulations.
- Collaborated with healthcare facilities to coordinate comprehensive patient care.
- Provide emotional support for patients
- Taking and recording notes in Practice Fusion.
- Fill out NYS Mental Health Evaluation form.
LPN Nurse
13 Years 3 Months- Trained and mentored new nursing staff on protocols and best practices for patient care.
- Evaluated care delivery processes, identifying opportunities for improvement in service efficiency.
- Assisted with admissions, appointments, transfers, and discharges.
- Comforted and counseled patients and families throughout care process.
- Assisted physicians with diagnostic testing and procedural support for optimal treatment decisions.
- Promoted a culture of teamwork through active participation in unit meetings, performance improvement initiatives, and collaborative problem-solving efforts.
- Conducted regular patient assessments to identify changes in health status, enabling timely interventions.
- Maintained meticulous records of patient care, treatments, and progress, ensuring continuity of care.
- Delivered wound care and managed dressings, preventing infections and promoting healing.
- Monitored patient health conditions to report changes to assigned physician.
- Evaluated patient histories, complaints, and current symptoms.
- Circulated assigned floor to measure and record patients' fluid and food levels.
- Implemented infection control measures, reducing the risk of cross-contamination within the facility.
- Performed accurate documentation of patient assessments, interventions, and outcomes in compliance with regulatory standards.
- Remained calm during high-stress, critical situations, demonstrating sustained focus and problem-solving in real-time.
- Implemented infection control measures that significantly reduced hospital-acquired infections.
- Utilized strong clinical judgment in prioritizing patient needs during high-stress situations, ensuring optimal outcomes.
- Reduced medication errors through thorough double-checking of prescriptions and dosages.
- Provided emotional support to patients'' family members during critical incidents, strengthening overall trust in the healthcare team.
- Consistently adhered to strict safety guidelines while administering medications or performing invasive procedures.
- Created an efficient shift handover process which improved continuity of care between nursing shifts.
- Managed patients recovering from medical or surgical procedures.
- Documented treatments delivered, medications and IVs administered, discharge instructions, and follow-up care.
- Observed and documented patient factors such as diets, physical activity levels, and behaviors to understand conditions and effectively modify treatment plans.
- Offered exceptional care and support to individuals recovering from acute incidents and dealing with chronic conditions.
- Provided skilled, timely and level-headed emergency response to critically-ill patients.
- Conducted ongoing monitoring and evaluations of behaviors and conditions, and updated clinical supervisors with current information.
- Recorded details regarding therapies to keep patient charts updated.
- Followed all personal and health data procedures to effectively comply with HIPAA laws and prevent information breaches.
- Sustained quality standards by performing routine medication audits and upholding internal and industry best practices.
- Administered medications and monitored patient responses to ensure optimal care and safety.
- Assisted in developing personalized care plans tailored to individual patient needs.
- Improved patient outcomes by administering medications, monitoring vital signs, and documenting relevant information.
- Cared for wounds, provided treatments, and assisted with procedures.
- Managed patient care through closely monitoring respiration, blood pressure, and blood glucose levels.
- 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.
- Provided compassionate palliative care for terminally ill patients while supporting their emotional needs during end-of-life stages.
- Used aseptic techniques to provide sterilized wound care and dressing applications.
- Gathered lab specimens, ordered testing, and interpreted results to diagnose patients.
- Delivered updates in patient status to charge nurse, recording changes in medical records.
- Offered immediate assistance in emergency and routine paging situations to evaluate needs and deliver care.
- Assisted with feeding and monitored intake to help patients achieve nutritional objectives.
- Delivered culturally competent care that respected diverse patient populations'' unique values, beliefs, and traditions.
- Ensured regulatory compliance by adhering to infection control protocols and maintaining accurate documentation of patient data.
- Monitored patient reactions to medications and treatments, quickly addressing adverse reactions.
- Coordinated with pharmacy staff to ensure accurate medication dispensing, minimizing errors.
- Administered medications to ensure adherence to treatment plans, improving health outcomes.
- Enhanced patient recovery by providing compassionate care and closely monitoring vital signs.
- Streamlined medication administration processes, reducing wait times and increasing patient compliance.
- Administered medications and injections to patients.
- Assessed patients' temperature, pulse, and blood pressure and recorded in electronic medical records.
- Delivered emotional support to patients and families during challenging times.
- Assisted patients with bathing, dressing, and eating activities to promote independence and comfort.
- Collected samples for diagnostic and routine assessment tests to ensure accurate patient evaluations.
- Assisted long-term care residents with bathing, dressing, feeding, and daily living activities to promote quality of life.
Education
GED
Completion of LPN Nursing Course
Skills
Maintaining nutrition
Patient triaging
Responsible and dependable
Clinical documentation
Certified in CPR/AED
Multi-tasking skills
HIPAA compliance
Specimen collection
Emergency response
Patient triaging
Detail orientation
Infection control
Maintaining nutrition
Geriatric care
Palliative care
Breathing treatments
Caregiving skills
Inpatient care
Catheter care
Multi-tasking skills
Samples collection
Specimen collection
Documentation accuracy
Healthcare software proficiency
EMR / EHR
HIPAA compliance
Home health care
Infection screening
Quality assurance
Detail orientation
Communication skills
Team collaboration
Multi-tasking skills
Critical thinking
Behavioral assessment
Dementia care
Maintaining nutrition
Home health care
Compassionate care
Psychotropic medications
Cultural competence
Empathy and compassion
Certified in CPR/AED
Staff supervision
Responsible and dependable
Team collaboration
Infection screening
Healthcare information systems
HIPAA protocols
Infection control
Documenting incidents
Cultural competence
Psychotropic medications
Empathy and compassion
Multi-tasking skills
Certified in CPR/AED
Critical thinking
HIPAA compliance
Detail orientation
Responsible and dependable
Dementia care
Specimen collection
Multi-tasking skills
Certification
- Licensed LPN Nurse - 2012 - current
- CPR/AED
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