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DeeAnn Ruff

DeeAnn Ruff

Starr

Summary

Self-motivated, decisive healthcare professional with proven bedside manner, clinical skills and diagnostic support experience. Manage and document current conditions to effectively support patients and work within multidisciplinary healthcare team to enhance outcomes. Specialize in patient care.

Compassionate Licensed Practical Nurse with hands-on experience in providing nursing care within diverse healthcare settings. Possess strong clinical skills bolstered by ability to maintain positive patient relations. Have made significant contributions in optimizing patient care through effective communication and collaboration with healthcare team members.

Overview

1
1
year of professional experience

Work History

LPN

Patriot Hospice
Easley
07.2024 - 05.2025
  • Administered medications orally, intravenously or intramuscularly depending on the prescription given by the doctor.
  • Provided emotional support during difficult times such as end-of-life decisions or family disputes over treatment options.
  • Assessed patient needs through interviews and physical examinations while adhering to safety standards.
  • Participated in educational programs to keep up-to-date on new developments in nursing practice.
  • Conducted daily rounds visiting assigned patients ensuring they are comfortable and have all necessary supplies available.
  • Instructed patients and their families about disease prevention, proper nutrition, medication management and other health related topics.
  • Monitored patient progress during treatments or procedures, reporting any abnormalities to the healthcare team immediately.
  • Evaluated effectiveness of interventions implemented based on patient responses or feedback from family members.
  • Provided emotional support to patients and families during difficult times.
  • Collaborated with multidisciplinary teams to develop long term goals for patients who require ongoing treatment.
  • Observed patients for any changes in their condition or behaviour, reported findings to the supervisor or physician in charge.
  • Coordinated with interdisciplinary team members such as doctors, nurses and social workers to ensure quality patient care was provided.
  • Provided direct physical and emotional support to patients and their families.
  • Maintained accurate medical records of each patient's health condition.
  • Managed inventory levels of medical supplies within the unit ensuring adequate stock is always available.
  • Prepared equipment for use during treatments such as setting up IV lines or placing catheters correctly according to hospital policies.
  • Developed individualized plans of care for each patient based on assessment data collected.
  • Performed wound care including changing dressings, cleaning wounds, applying ointments and medications and providing other necessary treatments.
  • Ensured that all medications were administered accurately and on time as prescribed by the physician.
  • Assisted physicians with patient care by taking vital signs, administering injections and performing other nursing duties.
  • Educated staff members regarding infection control protocols or best practices when caring for a particular type of illness or injury.
  • Observed, charted, and reported developments in patient health conditions for nursing supervisor.
  • Communicated concerns regarding patients' status, care and environment to nursing supervisors, clinical care supervisors and case managers.
  • Collected and documented vital signs to track current patient conditions.
  • Followed rehabilitation and treatment care plans to accelerate patient recovery, minimize pain, and optimize patient outcomes.
  • Prevented drug interactions and contributed to correct diagnosis by recording patient health information, monitoring vitals and updating patient files.
  • Looked for physical, emotional, and symptomatic changes in patient condition and obtained necessary care for medical concerns.
  • Answered patient and family questions to educate on optimal treatment procedures.

Education

Diploma in Lpn - Nursing

Tri County Technical College
Pendleton, SC
12-2008

Skills

  • File Management
  • Collaboration
  • Cloud Storage
  • File Sharing
  • Security Tools
  • Medication administration
  • Patient assessment
  • Wound care management
  • Care plan development
  • Patient education
  • Vital sign monitoring
  • Emotional support provision
  • Effective communication
  • Team collaboration
  • Time management
  • Medical documentation
  • Hospice care
  • Compassionate care
  • End-of-life care
  • Geriatric nursing

Date

10/01/23, 10/01/23

Timeline

LPN

Patriot Hospice
07.2024 - 05.2025

Diploma in Lpn - Nursing

Tri County Technical College

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