Deborah Morgan
Neptune City,NJ
Summary
Experienced LPN Charge Nurse with a proven track record in supervising nursing operations and educating staff on best practices. Known for effective teamwork and strong patient advocacy, ensuring compliance with care standards and excellent patient outcomes.
Compassionate LPN with expertise in wound care, infection control, and geriatric care. Proven ability to foster relationships with patients and families, ensuring high-quality care and effective communication.
Overview
9
9
years of professional experience
Work History
LPN Charge Nurse
Wellington Estates Assisted Living Community In NJ
Spring Lake , NJ
12.2018 - 12.2020
- Administered medications and treatments per physician orders, monitoring patient responses effectively.
- Educated staff on best practices in resident care and safety procedures to enhance service delivery.
- Developed strong relationships with patients'' families, keeping them informed of progress reports and collaborating on decisions regarding their loved ones'' healthcare plans.
- Conducted routine assessments of residents' health status, documenting changes and reporting to healthcare providers.
- Delegated tasks effectively, optimizing staff productivity and maintaining a well-organized nursing unit.
- Promoted continuity of care by thoroughly documenting shift-to-shift communication in nursing reports.
- Resolved conflicts and addressed concerns from residents and families, fostering positive relationships within the community.
Licensed Practical Nurse
Liberty Royal Rehabilitation and Healthcare Center
524 Wardell Rd, Tinton Falls, NJ 07753
03.2012 - 05.2014
- Administered medications and monitored patient responses to ensure optimal care outcomes.
- Collaborated with interdisciplinary teams to develop personalized care plans for residents.
- Educated patients and families on health management and wellness strategies effectively.
- Assisted in daily living activities, promoting independence and dignity among patients.
- Implemented infection control protocols, enhancing patient safety and hygiene standards.
- Improved patient outcomes by administering medications, monitoring vital signs, and documenting relevant information.
- Cared for wounds, provided treatments, and assisted with procedures.
- Assisted with admissions, appointments, transfers, and discharges.
- Collaborated with interdisciplinary healthcare teams to ensure continuous quality improvement in patient care delivery.
- Documented accurate and complete patient information to address patient problems and expected outcomes.
- Demonstrated excellent technical skills in wound dressing changes, IV therapy administration, catheter insertion, and other routine nursing procedures.
- Managed patient care through closely monitoring respiration, blood pressure, and blood glucose levels.
- 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.
LPN Nursing Supervisor
Complet Care at Monmouth
229 N. Bath Ave. Long Branch, NJ 07740
01.2012 - 01.2014
- Supervised daily nursing operations, ensuring compliance with healthcare regulations and quality standards.
- Coordinated patient care plans, collaborating with interdisciplinary teams to optimize treatment outcomes.
- Mentored and trained nursing staff, fostering professional development and enhancing team performance.
- Implemented workflow improvements that increased efficiency in patient assessments and care delivery processes.
- Conducted performance evaluations for nursing personnel, promoting accountability and professional growth within the team.
- Maintained a safe and hygienic environment by enforcing infection control measures and facility regulations.
- Coordinated discharge planning efforts in collaboration with case managers, social workers, and other healthcare providers.
- Developed strong relationships with patients and families, providing emotional support and education on care plans.
- Collaborated with interdisciplinary teams to design personalized care plans for optimal patient outcomes.
- Oversaw infection control procedures to protect patients from infections and keep nursing departments compliant with state regulations.
Education
LPN Program
Monmouth County Vocational School
Long Branch, NJ05-1993
High School Diploma - Math, English, History, Social Studies, Science
Columbia High School
Decatur, GA 3021405-1986
Skills
- Clinical documentation
- Patient documentation
- Intravenous medications
- Wound care
- Infection control
- Patient assessment
- Geriatric care
- End-of-life care
- Procedure explanation
- Specimen collection
- Patient education
Timeline
LPN Charge Nurse
Wellington Estates Assisted Living Community In NJ
12.2018 - 12.2020
Licensed Practical Nurse
Liberty Royal Rehabilitation and Healthcare Center
03.2012 - 05.2014
LPN Nursing Supervisor
Complet Care at Monmouth
01.2012 - 01.2014
LPN Program
Monmouth County Vocational School
High School Diploma - Math, English, History, Social Studies, Science
Columbia High School