Faith Webster
EMT-B, LPN
Stratford,CT
Summary
Dedicated Charge Licensed Practical Nurse offering 2 year background managing nursing aid staff, delegating assignments and assessing patient conditions. Expertise in progress monitoring, plan implementation and history taking. Devoted to service excellence in patient care and patient advocacy. Effective at tracking vitals and responses to treatments, administering medications and transcribing orders. Good relationship-building and problem-solving abilities. Gifted LPN with proven skills in working with RNs in LTC settings to offer top-notch patient care and support. Vigilant, systematic and focused on delivering cost-effective, high-quality medical care. Specialty with Geriatric and Psychiatric populations. Experienced with wound care and treatments, IV Hydration, Peg Tubes, Foleys, Trachs etc.
Overview
12
12
years of professional experience
15
15
years of post-secondary education
Work History
LPN/Charge Nurse
Laurel Ridge Healthcare Center
Ridgefield, United States
03.2020 - 11.2021
- Delivered direct quality care to patients by evaluating medical conditions and managing and assessing treatments.
- Assembled and used equipment such as catheters, tracheotomy tubes or oxygen suppliers to effectively manage patient care.
- Medication administration
- Start/Hang begin IV/Infusion Therapies
- Analyzed patient assessments and laboratory data to bring any issues to attention of physicians.
- Updated patient medical records with services provided, health conditions and response to treatments using PCC.
- Managed various general office duties such as answering multiple telephone lines, Preparing Transfer/Discharge Paperwork; 24 Hour Chart Checks, Experience with Cardex.
ER Technician/Nursing Technician
Bridgeport Hospital
Bridgeport, CT
01.2018 - 06.2020
- Collected basic samples, labeled specimens properly and transferred to laboratory for testing.
- Assisted with resuscitation, CPR and emergency airway procedures.
- Utilized hospital beds and wheelchairs to transport patients throughout hospital.
- Followed all hospital policies and procedures and complied with local, state and federal agency and accrediting body guidelines.
- Worked with nurses to assess patients and prepare for tests and procedures.
- Carried out phlebotomy procedures and watched for adverse reactions.
- Quickly responded to codes and cardiac monitor alarms.
- Received direction and assignments from physicians and nurses, providing efficient technical support to optimize patient care.
- Continuously monitored patients and reported changes to head nurses and physicians.
- Applied orthopedic devices like traction and OCL splints.
- Used Cerner to maintain records of patient care, condition and progress and reported and discussed observations with Nurse/ER MD.
- Assisted in obtaining and documenting vital signs and placement of oxygen saturation, cardiac monitoring and non-invasive blood pressure monitoring systems.
- Measured and fit crutches and canes, instructing patients on proper use of support devices.
- Administered first aid treatment and life support to care for sick or injured individuals.
ER Technician/Nursing Technician
Norwalk Hospital
Norwalk, CT
09.2009 - 01.2018
- Collected basic samples, labeled specimens properly and transferred to laboratory for testing.
- Assisted with resuscitation, CPR and emergency airway procedures.
- Utilized hospital beds and wheelchairs to transport patients throughout hospital.
- Followed all hospital policies and procedures and complied with local, state and federal agency and accrediting body guidelines.
- Worked with nurses to assess patients and prepare for tests and procedures.
- Carried out phlebotomy procedures and watched for adverse reactions.
- Quickly responded to codes and cardiac monitor alarms.
- Received direction and assignments from physicians and nurses, providing efficient technical support to optimize patient care.
- Continuously monitored patients and reported changes to head nurses and physicians.
- Monitored patients' comfort and safety during examinations and tests to alert physicians of abnormalities and changes in patient response.
- Administered basic wound care, insertion of Foley catheters and nasogastric tubes.
- Applied orthopedic devices like traction and OCL splints.
- Used Cerner to maintain records of patient care, condition and progress and reported and discussed observations with Nurse/ER MD.
- Measured vital statistics, collected specimens for lab analysis and recorded data in appropriate medical records.
- Assisted doctors with examinations of patients by taking vital signs and drawing blood.
- Measured and fit crutches and canes, instructing patients on proper use of support devices.
- Administered first aid treatment and life support to care for sick or injured individuals.
Education
High School Diploma -
Yonkers Public Schools
Yonkers, NY 01.1995 - 06.1996
CNA Certification
American Red Cross Occupational School
New Haven, CT 01.2008 - 01.2009
No Degree - Nursing
Norwalk Community College
Norwalk, CT 01.2011 - Current
Licensed Practical Nurse - Nursing
Porter And Chester Institute - Stratford
Stratford, CT 10.2018 - 03.2020
Skills
IV Hydration
AllWound Care/Wound Vacs
Trachs Care
G Tube; Peg Tube; SP Tube; Foley Care
Tube Feedings bolus or contiuous
Splints/Immobilizing Devices
Multitasking Abilities
First Aid/CPR
Medication Administration
COVID 19 Vaccinated with Booster
I am able to provide care to an ever changing population. My experiences started in long term care at one facility to doing agency work where every day I was with new residents/patients that needed various types of care. I feel that the agency experience has sharpened my assessment and critical thinking skills.
Timeline
LPN/Charge Nurse
Laurel Ridge Healthcare Center
03.2020 - 11.2021
Licensed Practical Nurse - Nursing
Porter And Chester Institute - Stratford
10.2018 - 03.2020
ER Technician/Nursing Technician
Bridgeport Hospital
01.2018 - 06.2020
No Degree - Nursing
Norwalk Community College
01.2011 - Current
ER Technician/Nursing Technician
Norwalk Hospital
09.2009 - 01.2018
CNA Certification
American Red Cross Occupational School
01.2008 - 01.2009
High School Diploma -
Yonkers Public Schools
01.1995 - 06.1996