DIANA KOONCE
Hugo,OK
Summary
Dedicated LPN with extensive experience in delivering high-quality patient care across diverse healthcare environments. Recognized for a compassionate approach and meticulous attention to detail, with expertise in medication administration, wound care, and patient assessment. Strong collaboration skills foster effective teamwork, ensuring adaptable support that meets evolving patient needs. Committed to enhancing patient outcomes and elevating overall quality of care through exceptional communication and problem-solving abilities in high-pressure situations.
Overview
9
9
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
LPN- Associate Regional
TK Health
Oklahoma City, OK
04.2022 - Current
- Nurse in a jail setting; seeing patients for sick call, identifying infections and needs based on symptoms, communicating with physicians on patients behalf; managing staff under me, prepping and passing medications.
LPN- Staff Nurse
Thrive Pediatrics
Paris, TX
08.2021 - 02.2022
- Managed patient care in a fast-paced clinic setting.
- Administered medications and documented patient responses.
- Performed wound care and other nursing procedures.
- Provided emotional support and education to patients and families.
LPN
Paris Regional Medical Center
Paris, TX
02.2021 - 07.2021
- Monitored vital signs, administered treatments, and documented patient progress in medical records.
- Provided emotional support and education to patients and their families.
LPN- Staff Nurse
Thrive Pediatrics
Paris, TX
05.2019 - 02.2021
- Provided comprehensive nursing care to pediatric patients in a home health setting.
- Developed and implemented individualized care plans for children with complex medical needs.
- Monitored patient vital signs and assessed their overall health status on a regular basis.
- Administered medications, treatments, and specialized therapies as prescribed by healthcare providers.
- Ensured safe and comfortable environment for pediatric patients and their families.
LPN- Staff Nurse
Country Style Home Health
Hugo, OK
01.2019 - 05.2019
- Provided hands-on care and assistance to elderly patients in their homes.
- Administered medications and monitored vital signs.
- Collaborated with healthcare team members to develop personalized care plans.
- Documented patient progress and communicated with family members.
- Ensured safe and comfortable environment for patients.
LPN- Charge Nurse
Homestead of Hugo
Hugo, OK
01.2017 - 01.2019
- Progressed from a CNA to LPN.
- Provided direct patient care and medical oversight in a skilled nursing facility.
- Managed and coordinated care plans for residents with various medical conditions.
- Administered medications and treatments according to physician orders and facility protocols.
- Assisted with ADLs, including bathing, dressing, and mobility support.
- Monitored and documented changes in residents' health status and reactions to treatments.
Education
Practical Nurse Certification -
Kiamichi Technology Center
Hugo, OK07-2011
Associate of Science - Mathematics
Paris Junior College
Paris, TX05-2011
High School Diploma - undefined
Hugo High School
Hugo, OK05-2007
Bachelor of Science - Registered Nursing
Southwestern Oklahoma State University
Weatherford, Oklahoma, OK06-2026
Skills
- Patient care
- Medication administration
- Wound care
- Intravenous therapy
- Documentation
- Assessment
- Patient advocacy
- Infection control
- Leadership
- Critical thinking
- Communication
- Organizational
- Problem-solving
- Interpersonal
- HIPAA compliance
- CPR/AED
Accomplishments
- Supervised team of 15 staff members.
- Used Microsoft Excel to make schedules for multiple sites.
- Trained multiple coworkers on use of new charting worksite.
Certification
- CPR
- IV therapy
- BLS/AED
- EKG application
LANGUAGES
English | Advanced
French | Advanced
Timeline
LPN- Associate Regional
TK Health
04.2022 - Current
LPN- Staff Nurse
Thrive Pediatrics
08.2021 - 02.2022
LPN
Paris Regional Medical Center
02.2021 - 07.2021
LPN- Staff Nurse
Thrive Pediatrics
05.2019 - 02.2021
LPN- Staff Nurse
Country Style Home Health
01.2019 - 05.2019
LPN- Charge Nurse
Homestead of Hugo
01.2017 - 01.2019
Associate of Science - Mathematics
Paris Junior College
High School Diploma - undefined
Hugo High School
Practical Nurse Certification -
Kiamichi Technology Center
Bachelor of Science - Registered Nursing
Southwestern Oklahoma State University
HONORS & AWARDS
Phi Theta Kappa
Military Experience
Not Applicable
Professional Organizations
Not Applicable