Elizabeth Manspeaker
Tucson,AZ
Summary
Accomplished LPN with a proven track record at Splendido at Rancho Vistoso, enhancing patient care through expert wound care and compassionate geriatric nursing. Skilled in medical documentation and infection control, I significantly improved patient outcomes and safety. Dependable healthcare team member with sound judgment, excellent clinical abilities and smooth bedside manner. Track and chart vitals and other markers to help patients, support team treatment goals and boost outcomes.
Overview
16
16
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
LPN
Splendido at Rancho Vistoso
12.2014 - 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.
- Assisted with admissions, appointments, transfers, and discharges.
- Performed wound care treatments using sterile techniques, promoting healing and preventing complications.
- Cared for wounds, provided treatments, and assisted with procedures.
- Worked with multidisciplinary team to carry out successful treatment plans for diverse acute and chronic conditions.
- Developed and implemented individualized patient care plans.
- Adhered to treatment plan instructions when administering medications and treatments to patients.
- Reduced medication errors by accurately administering medications and diligently verifying patient information.
- Used aseptic techniques to provide sterilized wound care and dressing applications.
- Accurately recorded interactions in medical charts, documenting accidents and interventions applied.
- Collaborated with interdisciplinary team of healthcare and social service providers to address patients' needs through effective intervention and care planning.
- Evaluated patients to identify and address wounds, behavioral concerns, and medically relevant symptoms.
- Gathered lab specimens, ordered testing, and interpreted results to diagnose patients.
- Collaborated with interdisciplinary healthcare teams to develop comprehensive care plans for patients.
- Assisted physicians during examinations or procedures as needed, playing a vital role in the overall patient experience.
- Administered medications and injections to patients.
- Monitored patient health conditions to report changes to assigned physician.
- Responded to patient requests with appropriate clinical and personal assistance.
- Certified wound Nurse
LPN
Favorite Healthcare Agency
11.2010 - 12.2014
- 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.
- Used aseptic techniques to provide sterilized wound care and dressing applications.
- 1:1 patient care for pediatric patients who have physical and cognitive disabilities.
- Administered medications and injections to patients.
- Trach and Vent monitoring and care
- Assisted with feeding and monitored intake to help patients achieve nutritional objectives.
- Assisting with physical, occupational and speech therapies.
LPN Office Nurse
ZLB Plasma
10.2008 - 12.2010
- Improved patient experience by providing compassionate and attentive nursing services in a busy office setting.
- Assisted in maintaining a clean and organized office environment by performing housekeeping tasks such as disposing of biohazardous waste, sanitizing exam rooms, and restocking supplies as needed.
- Supported new employees during orientation periods by serving as a knowledgeable resource on office policies, procedures, documentation requirements.
- Managed inventory of medical supplies within the office, ensuring adequate stock levels while minimizing waste through effective organization strategies.
- Provided health education to patients on various topics such as disease prevention, and self-care strategies.
- Implemented infection control measures throughout the office environment to maintain a safe atmosphere for both staff members and patients alike.
- Educated patients and families on disease processes, medications and treatments.
- Tracked, reviewed and monitored diagnostic test results and assisted in management of patient care between visits.
- Assessed patients' temperature, pulse, and blood pressure and recorded in electronic medical records.
- Reviewed patient history to verify conditions and current medications.
- Took samples to complete diagnostic and routine assessment tests.
- Protected patients and healthcare team members from infection by sterilizing equipment and reusable supplies.
Education
Licensed Practical Nurse - Nursing
Pima Community College
Tucson, AZ06.2007
Skills
- Vital signs monitoring
- Medical Documentation
- Geriatric Nursing
- Catheter Care
- Tracheostomy Care
- Diabetes management
- End of life care
- Rehabilitation Nursing
- Palliative Care
- Respiratory Care
- Home healthcare
- Restorative Care
- Behavioral Health
- Hospice Care
- Medication Administration
- Wound Care
- Vital signs
- Direct Patient Care
- HIPAA Compliance
- Clinical Documentation
- Patient Assessments
- Medication Dispensing
- Family Communication
- Certified in CPR/AED
- Infection Control
- Activities of Daily Living ADLs
Certification
- Advantage Certified Wound Nurse - 10/15/2022
- CPR/AED certified - 3/6/2024
- Licensed Practical Nurse - LP043698
Timeline
LPN
Splendido at Rancho Vistoso
12.2014 - Current
LPN
Favorite Healthcare Agency
11.2010 - 12.2014
LPN Office Nurse
ZLB Plasma
10.2008 - 12.2010
Licensed Practical Nurse - Nursing
Pima Community College
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