Farrah Leonard
Temple
Summary
Dynamic LVN Charge Nurse with extensive experience at William R. Courtney Texas State Veterans Home, excelling in patient care coordination and infection control. Proven ability to enhance patient satisfaction through compassionate care and effective communication. Skilled in medication administration and fostering teamwork among nursing staff to achieve optimal patient outcomes.
Overview
8
8
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
LVN Charge Nurse
William R. Courtney Texas State Veterans Home
10.2022 - Current
- Supervised nursing staff to ensure quality patient care and adherence to protocols.
- Coordinated daily medication administration for residents in compliance with care plans.
- Monitored vital signs and reported changes in patient conditions to healthcare team.
- Developed and implemented individualized care plans based on resident assessments.
- Documented patient vitals, behaviors, and conditions to communicate concerns to supervising nurse.
- Oversaw patient conditions, administered medicine, performed interventions and took detailed records.
- Promoted continuity of care by maintaining comprehensive medical records and updating physicians on significant changes in patients'' conditions.
- Worked with multidisciplinary team to carry out successful treatment plans for diverse acute and chronic conditions.
- Championed infection control practices within the unit by strictly adhering to guidelines and educating staff on proper procedures.
- Cultivated strong working relationships with physicians by maintaining open communication, providing timely updates on patients'' status, and actively participating in care coordination efforts.
- Took samples to complete diagnostic and routine assessment tests.
- Facilitated smooth transitions between shifts through efficient handoff reports that highlighted critical information for incoming nurses.
- Promoted a culture of teamwork and collaboration among nursing staff by encouraging the sharing of best practices, learning from one another''s experiences, and supporting each other in challenging situations.
- Fostered a positive work environment through mentorship, offering constructive feedback, and recognizing the achievements of fellow nurses.
- Responded to patient requests with appropriate clinical and personal assistance.
- Bolstered patient safety through consistent implementation of fall prevention measures such as bed alarms, hourly rounding, and mobility assistance.
- Increased patient satisfaction scores by actively listening to patients'' needs, providing compassionate care, and addressing concerns promptly.
LVN Charge Nurse
Western Hills Nursing Home
01.2021 - 10.2022
- Facilitated training sessions for new staff on best practices in patient care delivery.
- Led interdisciplinary team meetings to discuss patient progress and care strategies.
- Ensured compliance with state regulations and facility policies during inspections.
- Streamlined documentation processes, improving accuracy and efficiency of medical records.
LVN Charge Nurse
Creekside Terrace Rehabilitation
05.2020 - 01.2021
- Managed patient caseloads effectively by prioritizing needs, delegating tasks appropriately, and collaborating with healthcare professionals.
- Improved patient care by implementing an efficient patient monitoring system and coordinating with interdisciplinary teams.
- Streamlined nursing processes by developing and implementing evidence-based protocols for various clinical situations.
- Maximized staff productivity by organizing schedules according to skill mix, workload distribution, and staffing levels requirements.
LVN Charge Nurse
TLC West
06.2018 - 05.2020
- Protected patients and healthcare team members from infection by sterilizing equipment and reusable supplies.
- Enhanced team communication by conducting regular staff meetings, addressing concerns, and promoting open dialogue.
- Collaborated with interdisciplinary teams to develop individualized care plans that addressed patients'' physical, emotional, and psychological needs.
- Decreased hospital readmissions by providing thorough discharge education to patients and their families regarding medications, self-care techniques, and follow-up appointments.
Education
Licensed Vocational Nurse - Nursing
Temple College
Temple, TXSkills
- Medication administration
- Vital signs monitoring
- Patient care coordination
- Team collaboration
- Patient assessments
- Documentation accuracy
- Privacy and confidentiality
- HIPAA compliance
- Infection control protocols
- Resident care
- Geriatric care
- Critical thinking
- Patient charting
- Physical assessments
- Specimen collection
- CPR/AED
- Responsible and dependable
- Nursing staff supervision
- Intravenous medications
- Call answering and assistance
Certification
Licensed vocational nurse
License number: 343517
Timeline
LVN Charge Nurse
William R. Courtney Texas State Veterans Home
10.2022 - Current
LVN Charge Nurse
Western Hills Nursing Home
01.2021 - 10.2022
LVN Charge Nurse
Creekside Terrace Rehabilitation
05.2020 - 01.2021
LVN Charge Nurse
TLC West
06.2018 - 05.2020
Licensed Vocational Nurse - Nursing
Temple College