Diana Hill
New Port Richey,FL
Summary
Compassionate LPN with extensive pediatric home health nursing experience at Family First HomeCare LLC. Proven track record in medication administration and wound care, fostering strong relationships with patients and families. Highly dependable and a fast learner, adept at implementing care plans and communicating effectively to ensure optimal patient outcomes.
Overview
27
27
years of professional experience
Work History
LPN, Private Duty
Family First HomeCare LLC
Land O' Lakes, FL
02.2017 - Current
- Monitored vital signs to ensure patient health and safety.
- Documented patient progress and reported changes to healthcare team.
- Administered prescribed medications under supervision of registered nurses.
- Coordinated patient transfers to other facilities.
- Assessed patients' temperature, pulse, and blood pressure and recorded in electronic medical records.
- Monitored patient health conditions to report changes to assigned physician.
- Helped long-term care residents with bathing, dressing, feeding, and other daily living activities.
- Circulated assigned floor to measure and record patients' fluid and food levels, implementing measures to promote healthy intake and output as necessary.
- Responded to patient requests with appropriate clinical and personal assistance.
- Clearly and thoroughly explained diagnoses, treatment options and procedures to patients and loved ones, checking in to verify understanding.
- Reviewed patient history to verify conditions and current medications.
- Delivered emotional support to patients and families during challenging times.
- Provided patient education on health care issues and prescribed medications.
- Helped patients complete bathing, dressing and eating.
- Administered medications and injections to patients.
- Scheduled appointments and transported patients to medical facilities using personal transportation.
- Administered medications and treatments as prescribed by physicians.
- Educated clients and families to support wellness activities, self-care techniques and prevention strategies.
- Secured controlled narcotics and distributed medication on schedule to meet patient needs and minimize misuse opportunities.
- Demonstrated clinical competence in administering care to support physician orders, nursing care plan and policies.
- Fostered strong relationships with clients and families to support comprehensive social, mental and physical care.
- Prepared visit notes, updated and summarized client records and conferred with health care disciplines in providing coordinated client care.
- Documented patient assessment, evaluation and responses to therapy to facilitate therapeutic intervention.
- Administered prescribed medication and treatment as permitted by state and local regulations in accordance with physician orders.
- Changed out tracheostomies, gastrostomy buttons, and catheters regularly to prevent infection or other problems.
- Communicated regularly with family members regarding updates on patient progress, addressing any questions or concerns that arose.
- Maintained accurate and up-to-date patient records, facilitating seamless communication among healthcare providers.
- Utilized strong critical thinking skills to make informed decisions regarding patient care in challenging situations.
- Developed and maintained strong rapport with patients and families, earning their trust and confidence in the nursing care provided.
- Reduced hospital readmission rates by closely monitoring patients and promptly addressing any health concerns.
- Managed wound care effectively, implementing appropriate treatments to promote healing and prevent infection.
- Acted as an advocate for patients within the healthcare system when needed, ensuring they received appropriate resources and support.
- Conducted thorough assessments of patients'' vital signs and overall well-being, identifying potential issues early on for prompt intervention.
- Provided emotional support to patients and families during difficult times, fostering a nurturing environment for healing.
- Participated in ongoing continuing education opportunities to stay current on best practices in private duty nursing.
- Administered medications accurately, ensuring the proper dosage and timing for optimal treatment effectiveness.
- Implemented infection control measures diligently, minimizing the risk of contamination in the home setting.
- Participated in training sessions to enhance clinical skills and knowledge base.
- Communicated effectively with patients and families regarding care plans.
- Supported patients with mobility challenges through safe transfer techniques.
- Maintained cleanliness and organization of patient living areas.
- Protected patients and healthcare team members from infection by sterilizing equipment and reusable supplies.
Education
No Degree - LPN
Lewis Wilson Tech Institution
N.Y, Long IslandSkills
Pediatric home health nursing
Trach/vent experience
GT and T/F
Wound care
Medication administration
Implementing Plan of care
Maintaining prescription and supplies to the home
Patient teaching to the parents and patients if possible
CPT (vest and manual) cough assist, suction machine, (nasal trach and oral suction)
Communicate any changes or N/O to my companies DON
Highly dependable, fast learner
Going to church, teach children ministry and Discipleship classes.
I enjoy doing Children ministry and teaching Discipleship classes
Timeline
LPN, Private Duty
Family First HomeCare LLC
02.2017 - Current
No Degree - LPN
Lewis Wilson Tech Institution