Faith Rester
Poplarville,MS
Summary
Detail-oriented LPN with over five years of experience in direct patient care. Skilled in administering medications, monitoring vital signs, and educating patients on health management. Eager to contribute to a healthcare team focused on quality patient outcomes.
Overview
5
5
years of professional experience
2
2
Certifications
Work History
LPN
Gulfport Care Center
Gulfport, Mississippi
09.2023 - Current
- Provided direct patient care under supervision of registered nurses.
- Administered medications and monitored patient responses accurately.
- Assisted with daily living activities to promote patient independence.
- Recorded vital signs and documented patient information in electronic systems.
- Educated patients and families on health management and wellness practices.
- Maintained cleanliness and safety standards in patient care areas.
- Participated in staff training sessions to enhance nursing skills and knowledge.
- Observed changes in patient's condition and reported any significant changes to the registered nurse or physician.
- Administered medications and treatments according to established protocols.
- Monitored vital signs, fluid intake and output levels, glucose levels, and other medical tests results.
- Provided patient care in accordance with physicians' orders and nursing standards of practice.
- Maintained a safe environment by following infection control policies and procedures.
- Communicated effectively with patients, family members, healthcare team members, and other stakeholders regarding patient care plans or concerns.
- Conducted regular rounds to assess the status of assigned patients.
- Educated patients on disease prevention and management strategies for their individual conditions.
- Adhered to facility policies and procedures while providing quality nursing care.
- Managed emergency situations promptly according to established protocols.
- Ensured that all clinical documentation is accurate and up-to-date in the electronic medical record system.
- Collected biological specimens and packaged for laboratory transport to complete diagnostic tests.
- Supervised nursing staff to ensure quality patient care delivery.
- Coordinated patient admissions, transfers, and discharges efficiently.
- Managed inventory of medical supplies to maintain adequate stock levels.
- Ensured all safety protocols were followed during patient care.
- Precepted new staff nurses to provide education on hospital policies and procedures, patient care skills, medical procedures, and techniques and patient assessments and interventions.
LPN
Heritage Manor Nursing Home
Slidell, Louisiana
05.2021 - 09.2023
Education
LPN Certificate - Nursing
Delta College
Covington, LA04-2021
Skills
- Administration of medications
- Patient monitoring
- Electronic health records
- Infection control procedures
- Disease prevention education
- Patient relations management
- Vital signs assessment
- Problem solving
- Attention to detail
- Effective communication
- Patient safety advocacy
- Educating families
- Patient care
- Direct patient care
- Verbal and written communication
- Pain management
- HIPAA protocols
- Compassionate care
Certification
LPN
Timeline
LPN
Gulfport Care Center
09.2023 - Current
LPN
Heritage Manor Nursing Home
05.2021 - 09.2023
LPN Certificate - Nursing
Delta College