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Getta Joseph

Fort Lauderdale,Florida

Summary

Experienced LPN skilled in patient care planning, medication management, and infection control measures. Proven ability to develop individualized care plans and foster relationships with patients and families, ensuring high-quality care and positive health outcomes. Dedicated LPN with expertise in vital signs assessment, medication administration, and wound care management. Committed to delivering compassionate patient care and supporting families through effective communication and collaboration. Detail-oriented LPN with a strong background in direct patient care and interdisciplinary teamwork. Focused on effective communication and compassionate support, enhancing patient recovery and family education while adhering to best nursing practices.

Overview

7
7
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification

Work History

LPN, Private Duty

Nationwide Healthcare Services
111 NW. 183rd Street , Suite 420, Miami Gardens, FL
07.2018 - Current
  • Assessed patient condition by taking vital signs and performing physical examinations.
  • Developed positive relationships with families by providing education about health maintenance activities for their loved ones.
  • Evaluated effectiveness of interventions used for patient recovery or stabilization.
  • Adhered to infection control policies and procedures designed to prevent cross contamination.
  • Provided instruction on use of durable medical equipment such as oxygen tanks and nebulizers for improved quality of life at home.
  • Assisted in developing short term goals that were achievable within the scope of home health nursing practice.
  • Provided emotional support to family members during difficult times.
  • Administered medications, treatments, and therapies as prescribed by a physician or nurse practitioner.
  • Performed direct patient care such as bathing, dressing changes, catheterization management, tube feedings .
  • Promoted continuity of care by accurately communicating all pertinent information regarding client's status to other healthcare providers involved in their treatment plan.

  • Reported patient assessment findings and physical and psychosocial responses to nursing intervention for progress towards care goals.
  • Assessed signs and symptoms indicating physiologic and psychosocial changes in patient's condition.
  • Facilitated medication management and monitored for side effects or allergic reactions.
  • Discussed individualized education to answer questions for patients and family.
  • Modeled ADL protocols to assist patients and family members for continuity of care for patients.
  • Reported abnormal findings to case manager and physician for immediate intervention orders.
  • Gathered entire medical histories and information to update medical records.
  • Performed wound care, monitored catheters and recorded food and fluid intake.
  • Maintained optimal ventilator settings and operations to meet patient care needs.
  • Observed strict confidentiality and safeguarded all patient-related information.
  • Took temperatures or blood pressures, dressed wounds and provided other basic patient care or treatments.
  • Assembled and used catheters, tracheotomy tubes or oxygen suppliers.
  • Instructed patients on proper self-care techniques including wound care, medication administration, nutrition, hygiene and disease prevention measures.
  • Collaborated with interdisciplinary teams to ensure optimal patient outcomes.
  • Participated in interdisciplinary team meetings to discuss the plan of care for each patient.
  • Ensured safety of patients while providing quality nursing care services in accordance with accepted standards of practice.
  • Provided nursing care to patients in private homes according to established standards and practices.
  • Monitored changes in patient conditions and reported any significant changes to the supervising physician or nurse practitioner.
  • Collaborated with physicians and other healthcare professionals to develop individualized patient care plans.
  • Rendered therapeutic nursing interventions for individualized plan of care following homecare guidelines.
  • Communicated with patients with compassion while keeping medical information private.
  • Answered patient calls, identified issues, and determined how best to provide assistance within parameters established by facility and supervisor.
  • Documented patient medical histories, current symptoms and vitals.
  • Collaborated with healthcare team to develop individualized care plans for patients.
  • Delivered high-quality direct and indirect nursing care to patients.
  • Communicated effectively with patients and loved ones to explain diagnoses, treatment options and procedures.
  • Monitored infection control procedures to verify facility-wide health and safety.
  • Worked with social workers, physical therapists and speech therapists to assess patient needs, plan and adjust plans of care and actualize nursing interventions to promote and restore patient health.
  • Maintained strict patient data procedures to comply with HIPAA laws and prevent information breaches.

Education

Practical Nursing

Atlantic Technical College
Pompano Beach, FL
06-2001

Skills

  • Vital signs assessment
  • Patient care planning
  • Medication administration
  • Wound care management
  • Infection control measures
  • Health education
  • Patient documentation
  • Problem solving
  • Compassionate interactions

Certification

CPR and IV Certification

Timeline

LPN, Private Duty

Nationwide Healthcare Services
07.2018 - Current

Practical Nursing

Atlantic Technical College

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