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Debra Berry
Maple Heights,Ohio
Summary
Licensed Practical Nurse with over 20 years of experience in VA hospitals, home health, and long-term care settings seeking remote position.
Compassionate Travel LPN known for high productivity and efficient task completion. Skilled in patient care, medication administration, and wound dressing with exceptional ability to adapt to new environments and protocols quickly. Excel at communication, empathy, and teamwork, ensuring optimal patient outcomes in diverse settings.
Overview
9
years of professional experience
2
years of post-secondary education
Work History
Hartfield Home HealthErie, Pennsylvania
Travel LPN
01.2008 - 04.2008
Job overview
- Administered medications and monitored patient responses in home settings.
- Collaborated with healthcare teams to develop personalized care plans.
- Educated patients and families on health management and wellness practices.
Westfield Healthcare CenterWestfield, NY
Charge Nurse
07.2007 - 01.2008
Job overview
- Supervised nursing staff to ensure high-quality patient care.
- Coordinated patient admissions and discharge processes efficiently.
- Monitored vital signs and reported changes to the healthcare team.
- Educated patients and families on treatment plans and medications.
- Participated in staff training sessions to enhance clinical skills.
Elderwood Senior CareNiagara Falls, New York
LPN Field Nurse
04.2006 - 06.2007
Job overview
- Delivered compassionate nursing care to residents in various settings.
- Managed medication administration and monitored patient responses effectively.
- Collaborated with healthcare teams to develop personalized care plans.
- Educated families on patient care techniques and health management strategies.
H & R Block Tax ServicesCleveland, Ohio
Tax Preparer/Office Manager
08.2003 - 09.2006
Job overview
- Prepared individual and business tax returns using H & R Block software.
- Reviewed client documents for accuracy and completeness before submission.
- Communicated tax laws and regulations to clients during consultations.
- Mentored junior staff on tax preparation processes and best practices.
- Conducted tax planning sessions to optimize client financial outcomes.
Nurse's House CallCleveland
Travel LPN
05.2002 - 07.2003
Job overview
- Administered medications and monitored patient responses in home settings.
- Collaborated with healthcare teams to develop personalized care plans.
- Educated patients and families on health management and wellness practices.
- Provided wound care and managed dressings for various conditions.
VA HospitalCleveland, OH
LPN Ward Nurse
01.1999 - 01.2002
Job overview
- Documented patient progress and maintained accurate medical records diligently.
- Conducted routine health assessments to identify changes in conditions.
- Collaborated with healthcare teams to develop personalized care plans.
- Managed medication administration and monitored patient responses effectively.
- Delivered compassionate nursing care to residents in various settings.
- Provided direct patient care, assisting with daily living activities.
- Supported veterans' emotional well-being through compassionate communication and presence.
- Performed physical assessments, including vital signs and health history documentation.
- Administered medications and treatments according to established protocols.
- Collected biological specimens and packaged for laboratory transport to complete diagnostic tests.
- Addressed patient care needs, collected vitals, dressed wounds, and managed catheters.
Education
University of New York, Albany Albany, New York
Associate of Applied Science from Nursing
05.1990 - 12.1990
Cuyahoga Community CollegeCleveland, OH
Associate of Science from Nursing
07.1987 - 01.1989
Skills
- Clinical Documentation
- EHR
- Care Coordination
- HIPAA Compliance
- Telehealth Support
- Medication administration
- Patient assessment
- Wound care management
- Health education
- Patient documentation
Personal Information
Title: LPN
Work Preference
Job Search Status
Open to workWork Type
Full TimeContract WorkPart TimeGig WorkLocation Preference
RemoteSalary Range
$45000/yr - $200000/yrTimeline
Travel LPN
Hartfield Home Health
01.2008 - 04.2008
Charge Nurse
Westfield Healthcare Center
07.2007 - 01.2008
LPN Field Nurse
Elderwood Senior Care
04.2006 - 06.2007
Tax Preparer/Office Manager
H & R Block Tax Services
08.2003 - 09.2006
Travel LPN
Nurse's House Call
05.2002 - 07.2003
LPN Ward Nurse
VA Hospital
01.1999 - 01.2002
University of New York, Albany
Associate of Applied Science from Nursing
05.1990 - 12.1990
Cuyahoga Community College
Associate of Science from Nursing
07.1987 - 01.1989