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Education
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Elizabeth Bowling

Vinton,VA

Summary

Compassionate LPN with extensive experience at Berkshire Hathaway, excelling in medication administration and infection control. Demonstrated ability to enhance patient outcomes through effective communication and empathetic care. Proven track record in managing complex patient needs, fostering trust, and ensuring compliance with regulatory standards to improve overall satisfaction.

Overview

14
14
years of professional experience

Work History

LPN

Berkshire Hathaway
04.2022 - Current
  • Utilized time management skills to prioritize tasks effectively, allowing for efficient completion of daily responsibilities.
  • Maintained accurate documentation of all relevant clinical data, ensuring compliance with regulatory standards.
  • Implemented infection control measures, ensuring a clean and safe environment for patients and staff.
  • Managed patient care through closely monitoring respiration, blood pressure, and blood glucose levels.
  • Administered controlled narcotics, inserted IVs, and performed catheterizations.
  • Obtained patient vital signs and input/output measurements from inpatients.
  • Assisted with admissions, appointments, transfers, and discharges.
  • Performed wound care treatments using sterile techniques, promoting healing and preventing complications.
  • Adhered to treatment plan instructions when administering medications and treatments to patients.
  • Improved patient outcomes by providing high-quality nursing care and closely monitoring vital signs.
  • Reduced medication errors by accurately administering medications and diligently verifying patient information.
  • Cared for wounds, provided treatments, and assisted with procedures.
  • Documented accurate and complete patient information to address patient problems and expected outcomes.
  • Participated in ongoing professional development opportunities to enhance knowledge base and skillset as an LPN.
  • Demonstrated adaptability in working with diverse patient populations across various healthcare settings.
  • Provided emotional support to patients and families during difficult times, fostering positive relationships built on trust and compassion.
  • Performed routine evaluations of each patient's status, needs, and preferences.
  • Enhanced patient satisfaction levels through effective communication and empathetic listening skills.
  • Used aseptic techniques to provide sterilized wound care and dressing applications.
  • Answered incoming phone calls from patients to provide basic assistance and triage medical concerns.
  • Accurately recorded interactions in medical charts, documenting accidents and interventions applied.
  • Addressed any concerns or questions posed by patients or family members promptly to maintain confidence in their care plan.
  • Monitored, tracked, and conveyed important patient information to healthcare staff to help optimize treatment planning and care delivery.
  • Assisted in the management of chronic health conditions by providing education, support, and follow-up care.
  • Provided compassionate end-of-life care, ensuring that patients were comfortable and families felt supported during the process.
  • Offered immediate assistance in emergency and routine paging situations to evaluate needs and deliver care.
  • Educated patients and caregivers on medical diagnoses, treatment options, chronic disease self-management and wound management.
  • Collaborated with interdisciplinary team of healthcare and social service providers to address patients' needs through effective intervention and care planning.
  • Conducted thorough patient assessments to identify medical needs and develop appropriate treatment plans.
  • Gathered lab specimens, ordered testing, and interpreted results to diagnose patients.
  • Collaborated with interdisciplinary healthcare teams to develop comprehensive care plans for patients.
  • Assisted with feeding and monitored intake to help patients achieve nutritional objectives.
  • Delivered updates in patient status to charge nurse, recording changes in medical records.
  • Comforted and counseled patients and families throughout care process.
  • Increased nursing team cohesiveness through active participation in staff meetings and open communication with colleagues.
  • Facilitated smooth transitions from acute care settings to long-term care facilities or home environments.
  • Minimized staff and patient infection risk by cleaning and disinfecting equipment instruments.
  • Administered medications and injections to patients.
  • Assessed patients' temperature, pulse, and blood pressure and recorded in electronic medical records.
  • Helped patients complete bathing, dressing and eating.
  • Took samples to complete diagnostic and routine assessment tests.
  • Coordinated patient transfers to other facilities.
  • Protected patients and healthcare team members from infection by sterilizing equipment and reusable supplies.
  • Circulated assigned floor to measure and record patients' fluid and food levels, implementing measures to promote healthy intake and output as necessary.

LPN Charge Nurse

Old Southwest Grill
08.2018 - Current
  • Delegated tasks effectively, optimizing staff productivity and maintaining a well-organized nursing unit.
  • Assembled and used equipment such as catheters, tracheotomy tubes, or oxygen suppliers to effectively manage patient care.
  • Utilized critical thinking skills to make sound clinical decisions in high-pressure situations, minimizing risks and ensuring patient safety.
  • Analyzed patient assessments and laboratory data to bring any issues to attention of physicians.
  • Circulated assigned floor to measure and record patients' fluid and food levels, implementing measures to promote healthy intake and output as necessary.
  • Coordinated patient transfers to other facilities.
  • Protected patients and healthcare team members from infection by sterilizing equipment and reusable supplies.
  • Took samples to complete diagnostic and routine assessment tests.
  • Helped patients complete bathing, dressing and eating.
  • Assessed patients' temperature, pulse, and blood pressure and recorded in electronic medical records.
  • Administered medications and injections to patients.
  • Managed various general office duties such as answering multiple telephone lines, completing insurance forms, and mailing monthly invoice statements to patients.
  • Developed and implemented individualized patient care plans.
  • Provided diagnosis information, treatment possibilities, disease management tips and wound care advice to patients, loved ones and caregivers.
  • Helped long-term care residents with bathing, dressing, feeding, and other daily living activities.
  • Clearly and thoroughly explained diagnoses, treatment options and procedures to patients and loved ones, checking in to verify understanding.
  • Supported diagnoses by taking blood samples from patients for laboratory testing.
  • Provided patient education on health care issues and prescribed medications.
  • Responded to patient requests with appropriate clinical and personal assistance.
  • Monitored patient health conditions to report changes to assigned physician.
  • Reduced hospital readmissions by implementing effective discharge planning strategies and providing thorough patient education.
  • Managed complex wound care cases, applying advanced knowledge of wound healing principles to achieve optimal results.
  • Promoted patient independence by teaching self-care skills and explaining conditions and medications.
  • Promoted continuity of care by thoroughly documenting shift-to-shift communication in nursing reports.
  • Documented vitals and medical histories in patient charts when assessing patients and communicated patient information to physicians and other nurses for care continuity.
  • Provided compassionate end-of-life care, supporting patients and their families through difficult times.
  • Served as charge nurse, caring for patients with serious illnesses.

CNA Supervisor

Assisted Living At Home
12.2010 - 08.2018
  • Managed scheduling, training, and supervision of CNA staff for efficient shift coverage.
  • Maintained high standards of care by ensuring compliance with state and federal regulations.
  • Improved patient care by implementing new protocols and procedures for CNA team members.
  • Developed strong relationships with patients and their families to foster trust and understanding of treatment plans.
  • Promoted a positive work environment by fostering open communication among staff members.
  • Implemented ongoing professional development opportunities for CNA staff, leading to improved skills and knowledge.
  • Participated in regular meetings with upper management to discuss staffing issues, policy updates, and budgetary concerns.
  • Ensured quality patient care by regularly reviewing documentation and updating medical records accordingly.
  • Streamlined communication between CNAs, supervisors, and other healthcare professionals to optimize patient care.
  • Enhanced staff performance through regular evaluations, coaching, and constructive feedback.
  • Created a supportive atmosphere for patients by addressing concerns promptly and compassionately.
  • Increased overall patient satisfaction through diligent monitoring of CNAs'' adherence to best practices.
  • Assisted in hiring qualified candidates for CNA positions, contributing to a skilled workforce.
  • Provided guidance on infection control protocols for CNAs, resulting in a safer working environment.
  • Reduced staff turnover rate through effective conflict resolution and team-building strategies.
  • Monitored inventory levels of medical supplies and equipment to ensure preparedness at all times.
  • Led continuous improvement initiatives within the department focused on enhancing patient outcomes.
  • Facilitated smooth transitions during shift changes by communicating pertinent information to incoming supervisors.
  • Collaborated with interdisciplinary teams to create comprehensive patient care plans that addressed individual needs.
  • Evaluated the effectiveness of implemented policies in maintaining high-quality patient care standards.
  • Established and maintained effective communication with staff, physicians and community organizations to promote high quality patient care.
  • Communicated with patients, ensuring that medical information was kept private.
  • Recruited, hired and trained all staff, providing direct supervision, ongoing staff development and continuing education to employees.
  • Conducted routine facility inspections, identifying areas needing improvement and eliminating hazards posed to staff and residents for continued compliance with associated regulations.
  • Liaised with other healthcare professionals to develop comprehensive patient care plans and provide highest quality of care.
  • Ordered all pharmacy supplies and kept check on inventory levels.
  • Created customized care plans, working with hospital staff and families to assess and meet individual needs.
  • Implemented successful healthcare program through professionalism, quality of care, medical teaching and patient satisfaction.
  • Spearheaded and implemented new projects to expand scope of engagement.

Education

Lpn - Nursing

ECPI University
Roanoke, VA
03.2022

Associate Of General Studies - Nursing

Nvcc
Alexandria, VA
06.2018

Skills

  • Medication administration
  • Vital signs monitoring
  • Medical documentation
  • Geriatric nursing
  • Infection control
  • Catheter care
  • End-of-life care
  • Diabetes management
  • Nursing ethics
  • Rehabilitation nursing
  • Palliative care
  • Health promotion
  • Disease prevention
  • Post operative care
  • Psychiatric nursing
  • Gastrointestinal care
  • Home healthcare
  • Restorative care
  • Cardiac care
  • Behavioral health
  • Hospice care
  • Lab specimen collection
  • Patient mobility assistance
  • Patient documention
  • Pre-operative care
  • Patient hygiene assistance
  • Wound care
  • Vital signs
  • Patient care
  • Immunization administration
  • Family communication

Timeline

LPN

Berkshire Hathaway
04.2022 - Current

LPN Charge Nurse

Old Southwest Grill
08.2018 - Current

CNA Supervisor

Assisted Living At Home
12.2010 - 08.2018

Lpn - Nursing

ECPI University

Associate Of General Studies - Nursing

Nvcc
Elizabeth Bowling