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Dawn Houck

Dawn Houck

Lawton,OK

Summary

Dedicated LPN with extensive experience at CCMH, skilled in medication administration and compassionate care. Proven track record of enhancing patient outcomes through effective vital signs monitoring and adherence to treatment plans. Recognized for fostering trust with patients and families, ensuring high-quality care in fast-paced environments.

Organized person with experience providing skilled care to diverse patient populations. Compassionate professional with great engagement skills. Prioritize tasks and maintains accurate documentation.

Overview

17
17
years of professional experience

Work History

LPN

CCMH
08.2007 - 06.2010
  • Utilized time management skills to prioritize tasks effectively, allowing for efficient completion of daily responsibilities.
  • Maintained accurate documentation of all relevant clinical data, ensuring compliance with regulatory standards.
  • Implemented infection control measures, ensuring a clean and safe environment for patients and staff.
  • 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.
  • Improved patient outcomes by providing high-quality nursing care and closely monitoring vital signs.
  • Adhered to treatment plan instructions when administering medications and treatments to patients.
  • Cared for wounds, provided treatments, and assisted with procedures.
  • Reduced medication errors by accurately administering medications and diligently verifying patient information.

LPN

Southwestern Medical Center
03.2003 - 05.2007
  • Utilized time management skills to prioritize tasks effectively, allowing for efficient completion of daily responsibilities.
  • Maintained accurate documentation of all relevant clinical data, ensuring compliance with regulatory standards.
  • Implemented infection control measures, ensuring a clean and safe environment for patients and staff.
  • Managed patient care through closely monitoring respiration, blood pressure, and blood glucose levels.

LPN Office Nurse

Rex E. Stockard, MD
03.1993 - 09.1997
  • Developed strong rapport with patients and their families, fostering trust and open communication during sensitive medical situations.
  • Improved patient experience by providing compassionate and attentive nursing services in a busy office setting.
  • Assisted in maintaining a clean and organized office environment by performing housekeeping tasks such as disposing of biohazardous waste, sanitizing exam rooms, and restocking supplies as needed.
  • Supported new employees during orientation periods by serving as a knowledgeable resource on office policies, procedures, documentation requirements.
  • Coordinated referrals to specialists when necessary, ensuring seamless transitions of care for patients within the healthcare system.
  • Managed inventory of medical supplies within the office, ensuring adequate stock levels while minimizing waste through effective organization strategies.
  • Demonstrated adaptability by efficiently managing unexpected changes in schedules or staffing situations without compromising patient care quality or timeliness of services rendered.
  • Provided health education to patients on various topics such as medication management, disease prevention, and self-care strategies.

Education

Cameron University
Lawton, OK
05-2024

No Degree - Computer

Great Plains Technology Center
Lawton, OK
03-2014

Skills

  • Medication administration
  • Vital signs monitoring
  • Medical documentation
  • Geriatric nursing
  • Compassionate care
  • End-of-life care
  • Nursing ethics
  • Rehabilitation nursing
  • Post operative care
  • Orthopedic nursing
  • Cardiac care

Work Availability

monday
tuesday
wednesday
thursday
friday
saturday
sunday
morning
afternoon
evening
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Timeline

LPN

CCMH
08.2007 - 06.2010

LPN

Southwestern Medical Center
03.2003 - 05.2007

LPN Office Nurse

Rex E. Stockard, MD
03.1993 - 09.1997

Cameron University

No Degree - Computer

Great Plains Technology Center

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