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Erin Long

Faribault,MN

Summary

Proficient and caring nursing team member offering outstanding patient-facing experience. Adept at addressing patient needs with compassionate care and attention to detail. Diligent about maximizing satisfaction, safety and wellness while serving patients of all backgrounds.

Overview

22
22
years of professional experience

Work History

Licensed Practical Nurse

Allina Health Clinics
11.2010 - Current
  • Documented accurate and complete patient information to address patient problems and expected outcomes.
  • Obtained patient vital signs measurements from patients.
  • Delivered updates in patient status to provider or RN, recording changes in medical records.
  • Obtained biological specimens for ordered tests and prepared for laboratory transport.
  • Minimized staff and patient infection risk by cleaning and disinfecting equipment instruments.
  • Answered incoming phone calls from patients to provide basic assistance and triage medical concerns.
  • Supported physicians during examinations and scans to assist with diagnostic procedures.
  • Administered vaccines to pediatric and adult patients.
  • Worked in Telehealth assisting off-site Cardiology providers perform office visits.

Licensed Practical Nurse

Pleasant Manor Nursing Home
01.2002 - 03.2010
  • Documented accurate and complete patient information to address patient problems and expected outcomes.
  • Administered controlled narcotics, managed g-tube feedings and performed catheterizations.
  • Assisted with admissions, appointments, transfers and discharges.
  • Performed routine evaluations of each patient's status, needs and preferences.
  • Obtained patient vital signs and input/output measurements from inpatients.
  • Managed patient care through closely monitoring respiration, blood pressure and blood glucose levels.
  • Used aseptic techniques to provide sterilized wound care and dressing applications.
  • Comforted and counseled patients and families throughout care process.
  • Monitored, tracked and conveyed important patient information to healthcare staff to help optimize treatment planning and care delivery.
  • Cared for wounds, provided treatments and assisted with procedures.
  • Educated patients and caregivers on medical diagnoses, treatment options, chronic disease self-management and wound management.
  • Offered immediate assistance in emergency and routine paging situations to evaluate needs and deliver care.
  • Minimized staff and patient infection risk by cleaning and disinfecting equipment instruments.
  • Assisted with feeding and monitored intake to help patients achieve nutritional objectives.
  • Cared for over 30 patients each day with quality-driven support.

Education

Associate of Science - Registered Nursing

Rasmussen University
Mankato, MN

Associate of Science - Licensed Practical Nurse

South Central College
Faribault, MN
12.2001

Skills

  • Patient Positioning and Transporting
  • Call Answering and Assistance
  • Intramuscular Injections
  • Recording Vital Signs
  • Multi-Tasking and Prioritization
  • Rapid Strep Testing
  • Administering Immunizations
  • Patient Flow
  • Height and Weight Measurement
  • EMR Systems
  • Direct Patient Care
  • Patient Triaging
  • Wound Care
  • Counting Narcotics
  • Assisting Physicians
  • Charting and Recording
  • HIPAA Protocols
  • Medication Dispensing

Timeline

Licensed Practical Nurse

Allina Health Clinics
11.2010 - Current

Licensed Practical Nurse

Pleasant Manor Nursing Home
01.2002 - 03.2010

Associate of Science - Registered Nursing

Rasmussen University

Associate of Science - Licensed Practical Nurse

South Central College

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