Diane Bradley
Moreno Valley,CA
Summary
Compassionate and skilled LVN with extensive experience at Rose Garden Assisted Living, excelling in diabetes management and patient education. Proven ability to enhance patient satisfaction through effective communication and teamwork. Committed to delivering high-quality care while fostering a supportive environment for both patients and staff.
Overview
11
11
years of professional experience
Work History
Private Duty LVN
Private Care
11.2020 - 01.2022
- Administered medications and treatments as prescribed by healthcare providers.
- Monitored patient vital signs and documented changes in condition.
- Assisted patients with daily living activities, promoting independence and comfort.
- Educated patients and families on health management and disease prevention strategies.
- Ensured compliance with safety protocols and infection control procedures consistently.
- Provided emotional support and companionship to enhance patient well-being.
- Communicated effectively with patients'' families, providing them with updates on their loved one''s condition and progress toward recovery goals.
- Evaluated the effectiveness of ongoing treatments regularly, adjusting care plans as needed to optimize results.
- Administered wound care treatments, minimizing infection risk and promoting proper healing.
- Managed time effectively, prioritizing tasks according to patient needs and ensuring all essential duties were completed in a timely manner.
- Assisted patients with daily living activities, preserving dignity and encouraging selfsufficiency.
- Enhanced patient safety by diligently following medical protocols and administering medications accurately.
LVN Charge Nurse
Rose Garden Assisted Living
11.2013 - 05.2015
- Supervised daily nursing operations to ensure compliance with care standards.
- Administered medications and monitored patient vital signs efficiently.
- Collaborated with interdisciplinary teams to develop individualized care plans.
- Trained and mentored new nursing staff on protocols and procedures.
- Implemented infection control measures, enhancing patient safety in facility.
- Conducted regular assessments of residents' health conditions for timely interventions.
- Coordinated staffing schedules to optimize nurse-patient ratios across shifts.
- Oversaw patient conditions, administered medicine, performed interventions and took detailed records.
- Promoted continuity of care by maintaining comprehensive medical records and updating physicians on significant changes in patients'' conditions.
- Cultivated strong working relationships with physicians by maintaining open communication, providing timely updates on patients'' status, and actively participating in care coordination efforts.
- Facilitated smooth transitions between shifts through efficient handoff reports that highlighted critical information for incoming nurses.
- Fostered a positive work environment through mentorship, offering constructive feedback, and recognizing the achievements of fellow nurses.
LVN Charge Nurse
Orange Tree Nursing Nursing
10.2010 - 06.2013
- Resolved patient concerns promptly, improving overall satisfaction ratings.
- Documented patient vitals, behaviors, and conditions to communicate concerns to supervising nurse.
- Promoted a culture of teamwork and collaboration among nursing staff by encouraging the sharing of best practices, learning from one another''s experiences, and supporting each other in challenging situations.
- Managed patient caseloads effectively by prioritizing needs, delegating tasks appropriately, and collaborating with healthcare professionals.
Education
LVN - LVN
Mt. San Antonio College
Walnut, CA06-1987
Skills
- Diabetes management
- Post-surgical care
- Vital signs monitoring
- Direct patient care
- Patient education
- Physical assessment
- Meal preparation
- Medication administration
- Appointment scheduling
- Personal care needs
- Diabetes care
- CPR
Timeline
Private Duty LVN
Private Care
11.2020 - 01.2022
LVN Charge Nurse
Rose Garden Assisted Living
11.2013 - 05.2015
LVN Charge Nurse
Orange Tree Nursing Nursing
10.2010 - 06.2013
LVN - LVN
Mt. San Antonio College