Emily Funston
West Portsmouth
Summary
Dedicated Licensed Practical Nurse proficient in medication administration, monitoring vital signs, and wound care. Committed to providing compassionate support and promoting patient independence.
Overview
3
3
years of professional experience
Work History
Licensed Practical Nurse
Remain At Home Senior Care
Portsmouth, OH
10.2023 - Current
- Administered medications and treatments in accordance with care plans and regulatory standards.
- Monitored patient vital signs and reported changes to healthcare team for timely intervention.
- Assisted patients with daily living activities, promoting independence and dignity in care.
- Collaborated with interdisciplinary teams to develop personalized care strategies for patients.
Licensed Practical Nurse
Portsmouth Health And Rehab
Portsmouth, OH
04.2025 - 09.2025
- Improved patient outcomes by administering medications, monitoring vital signs, and documenting relevant information.
- Assisted with admissions, appointments, transfers, and discharges.
- Demonstrated excellent technical skills in wound dressing changes, IV therapy administration, catheter insertion, and other routine nursing procedures.
- Managed patient care through closely monitoring respiration, blood pressure, and blood glucose levels.
- Facilitated efficient communication between patients, families, and healthcare providers to promote continuity of care across settings.
- Obtained patient vital signs and input/output measurements from inpatients.
- Administered controlled narcotics, inserted IVs, and performed catheterizations.
- Provided compassionate palliative care for terminally ill patients while supporting their emotional needs during end-of-life stages.
Licensed Practical Nurse
Shawnee Family Health Center
Portsmouth, OH
04.2024 - 07.2024
- Reviewed patient history to verify conditions and current medications.
- Delivered emotional support to patients and families during challenging times.
- Responded to patient requests with appropriate clinical and personal assistance.
- Took samples to complete diagnostic and routine assessment tests.
Education
Licensed Practical Nurse - Nursing
Scioto County Career Technical Center
Lucasville, OH10-2020
High School Diploma -
West Portsmouth High School
West Portsmouth, OH05-2019
Skills
- Medication administration
- Direct patient care
- Vital signs monitoring
- HIPAA compliance
- Wound care
- Diabetes management
- Immunization administration
- Catheter care
- ADL assistance
- Palliative care
- Mental health support
Timeline
Licensed Practical Nurse
Portsmouth Health And Rehab
04.2025 - 09.2025
Licensed Practical Nurse
Shawnee Family Health Center
04.2024 - 07.2024
Licensed Practical Nurse
Remain At Home Senior Care
10.2023 - Current
Licensed Practical Nurse - Nursing
Scioto County Career Technical Center
High School Diploma -
West Portsmouth High School