Denise Simon
New Iberia,LA
Summary
Skilled Licensed Practical Nurse offering 20+ years of experience in the field. Knowledgeable about assisting with non-invasive procedures and performing nursing task. Organized and dependable candidate successful at managing multiple priorities with a positive attitude. Willingness to take on added responsibilities to meet team goals.
Overview
22
22
years of professional experience
Work History
Clinic LPN
Ochsner Health Center
07.2021 - Current
- Collaborated with interdisciplinary team members for comprehensive care planning, improving overall patient wellbeing
- Assisted physicians with diagnostic procedures and minor surgeries, ensuring optimal patient comfort during each process
- Improved patient satisfaction by providing compassionate and efficient care in a fast-paced clinic environment.
- Expanded nursing knowledge through ongoing professional development opportunities including workshops, conferences, and online courses.
- Enhanced patient health outcomes by meticulously monitoring and documenting vital signs, medications, and treatment responses.
- Cared for wounds, provided treatments, and assisted with procedures.
- Managed patient care through closely monitoring respiration, blood pressure, and blood glucose level.
- Answered incoming phone calls from patients to provide basic assistance and triage medical concerns.
- Delivered emotional support to patients and families during challenging times.
LPN
Rosewood Assisted Living
01.2018 - 07.2021
- Managed patient care through closely monitoring respiration, blood pressure, and blood glucose levels.
- Reduced medication errors by accurately administering medications and diligently verifying patient information.
- Utilized time management skills to prioritize tasks effectively, allowing for efficient completion of daily responsibilities.
- Administered controlled narcotics, and performed catheterizations.
- Accurately recorded interactions in medical charts, documenting accidents and interventions applied.
- Assisted with admissions, appointments, transfers, and discharges.
LPN Case Manager
Care Manager Solutions Of Louisiana
12.2012 - 03.2020
- Reduced hospital readmissions by providing comprehensive discharge planning and follow-up support for high-risk patients.
- Participated in ongoing professional development opportunities to stay current on best practices within the field of nursing case management.
- Conducted regular home visits to assess safety concerns or changes in the patient''s condition that could impact their overall wellbeing.
- Managed complex cases involving multiple comorbidities, ensuring proper care coordination for improved health outcomes.
- Enhanced patient satisfaction through consistent communication with patients, families, and healthcare providers.
- Advocated on behalf of patients to ensure they received appropriate resources, support, and access to necessary services.
- Consistently met documentation requirements while maintaining confidentiality according to HIPAA regulations and organizational policies.
LPN, Private Duty
Complete Home Health
03.2009 - 12.2012
- Implemented infection control measures diligently, minimizing the risk of contamination in the home setting.
- Assisted patients with activities of daily living, promoting independence and dignity in their own homes.
- Administered medications accurately, ensuring the proper dosage and timing for optimal treatment effectiveness.
- Enhanced patients'' quality of life by providing compassionate and empathetic private duty nursing services.
- Participated in ongoing continuing education opportunities to stay current on best practices in private duty nursing.
- Provided emotional support to patients and families during difficult times, fostering a nurturing environment for healing.
LPN Floor Nurse
Dauterive Hospital
12.2003 - 07.2009
- Administered controlled narcotics, inserted IVs, and performed catheterizations.
- Managed patient care through closely monitoring respiration, blood pressure, and blood glucose levels.
- Implemented infection control measures, ensuring a clean and safe environment for patients and staff.
- Utilized time management skills to prioritize tasks effectively, allowing for efficient completion of daily responsibilities.
- Assisted in the management of chronic health conditions by providing education, support, and follow-up care.
Ward Clerk/Unit Secretary/CNA Student
Dauterive Hospital
01.2002 - 07.2003
- Organized paperwork for doctors, nurses, and patients.
- Assisted nursing staff with daily tasks, contributing to a well-organized and functional ward environment.
- Organized paperwork such as charts and reports for office and patient needs.
- Documented latest information in computer system and printed paperwork.
Education
High School Diploma -
StMartinville Senior High School
St.Martinville, LA Lpn
Abbeville Vocational School
Abbeville, LACNA
St.Martinville Vocational School
St.Martinville ,La Skills
- Vital signs monitoring
- Compassion and Empathy
- Immunization Administration
- Health Promotion
- Preventive Care
- Geriatric Care
- Pediatric Car
- Patient Care
- Vital signs
- Direct Patient Care
- HIPAA Compliance
- Clinical judgment
- Documenting intake
- Clinical Documentation
- Caregiving skills
- Wound Care
- Patient relationship building
- Patient Assessments
- Family Communication
- Transcribing orders
- ADL Assistance
- Pulse oximetry tracking
- Patient Intake
- Diabetes management
- Health Education
- Critical Thinking
- Patient Education
- Certified in CPR/AED
- Patient Charting
- Patient Observation
- Specimen Collection
- Infection Control
- Patient Positioning and Transporting
- Treatment Room Preparation
- Wound Dressing and Suturing
- Procedure Explanation
- Interdisciplinary Team Collaboration
- Epic Systems
- Equipment Inspection
- Dietary Requirements and Restrictions
- Inventory Assessment
Zumba, cooking, spending time with family.
I attend a zumba class two to three times per week which help with any anxiety or feeling overwhelmed for a hard day at work , it help me to relax. Cooking in the kitchen along with backing help me to relax as well, last but not lease spending time with family is very important time to me is very valuable .
Languages
Creole french
Elementary
Timeline
Clinic LPN
Ochsner Health Center
07.2021 - Current
LPN
Rosewood Assisted Living
01.2018 - 07.2021
LPN Case Manager
Care Manager Solutions Of Louisiana
12.2012 - 03.2020
LPN, Private Duty
Complete Home Health
03.2009 - 12.2012
LPN Floor Nurse
Dauterive Hospital
12.2003 - 07.2009
Ward Clerk/Unit Secretary/CNA Student
Dauterive Hospital
01.2002 - 07.2003
High School Diploma -
StMartinville Senior High School
Lpn
Abbeville Vocational School
CNA
St.Martinville Vocational School
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