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Elizabeth Marende

New Milford,NJ

Summary

Licensed Practical Nurse and Direct Support Professional with extensive experience in administering medications, monitoring vital signs, and ensuring documentation accuracy. Proven success in collaborating with interdisciplinary teams to improve patient care and managing critical situations effectively. Expertise in diabetes management, patient education, and facilitating communication to promote continuity of care.

Overview

11
11
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification

Work History

Licensed Practical Nurse

Sunbelt Health Staffing
01.2024 - Current
  • Improved patient outcomes by administering medications, monitoring vital signs, and documenting relevant information.
  • Collaborated with interdisciplinary healthcare teams to ensure continuous quality improvement in patient care delivery.
  • Documented accurate and complete patient information to address patient problems and expected outcomes.
  • Managed patient care through closely monitoring vital signs and blood glucose levels.
  • Facilitated efficient communication between patient, family and other school nurses to promote continuity of care across settings.
  • Managed time-sensitive tasks effectively under pressure while maintaining composure during critical situations or emergencies.
  • Assisted student with medical needs on the bus during transport to school and home
  • Educated patient and family on health promotion, disease prevention, and self-care management strategies.

Direct Support Professional

Institute for Community Living
09.2013 - 01.2019
  • Maintained clean, safe, and well-organized patient environment.
  • Documented progress notes thoroughly to track client achievements, concerns, or changes in behavior patterns that may need attention from the interdisciplinary team.
  • Assisted clients with daily living needs to maintain self-esteem and general wellness.
  • Assisted with crisis intervention to de-escalate challenging behavior and maintain peaceful encounters.
  • Administered medication under supervision, ensuring adherence to healthcare plans.

Education

Certificate in Nursing - License Practical Nursing

Morris County Vocational School
Denville, NJ
07.2022

Associate of Arts - General Studies

St Louis Community College
St Louis
05.2019

Skills

  • Medication Administration
  • Direct Patient Care
  • Vital signs monitoring
  • HIPAA Compliance
  • Vital signs
  • Physical Assessment
  • Documentation accuracy
  • Diabetes management

Certification

Licensed practical Nurse - New Jersey

Basic Life Support


Timeline

Licensed Practical Nurse

Sunbelt Health Staffing
01.2024 - Current

Direct Support Professional

Institute for Community Living
09.2013 - 01.2019

Certificate in Nursing - License Practical Nursing

Morris County Vocational School

Associate of Arts - General Studies

St Louis Community College

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