Gina Alford
Mobile,AL
Summary
Dedicated LPN with extensive experience at Southeastern Psychiatric, skilled in medication administration and compassionate care. Proven ability to enhance patient outcomes through effective communication and clinical judgment. Recognized for training new staff and implementing infection control measures, fostering a safe and supportive environment for patients and families.
Overview
34
34
years of professional experience
Work History
LPN
Southeastern Psychiatric
12.1994 - 04.2025
- Administered medications and treatments according to physician's orders, ensuring patient safety and compliance.
- Monitored vital signs and reported changes in patient conditions to healthcare team for timely interventions.
- Assisted in developing care plans by collaborating with interdisciplinary teams to address patient needs.
- Educated patients and families on medication management and health maintenance, promoting adherence to treatment regimens.
- Coordinated patient admissions and discharges, streamlining processes for improved operational efficiency.
- Maintained accurate medical records and documentation, supporting continuity of care within the facility.
- Trained new nursing staff on protocols and procedures, enhancing team performance and knowledge retention.
- Implemented infection control practices, contributing to a safer environment for patients and staff alike.
- Utilized time management skills to prioritize tasks effectively, allowing for efficient completion of daily responsibilities.
- Maintained accurate documentation of all relevant clinical data, ensuring compliance with regulatory standards.
- Implemented infection control measures, ensuring a clean and safe environment for patients and staff.
- Managed patient care through closely monitoring respiration, blood pressure, and blood glucose levels.
- Obtained patient vital signs and input/output measurements from inpatients.
- Assisted with admissions, appointments, transfers, and discharges.
- Documented accurate and complete patient information to address patient problems and expected outcomes.
- Participated in ongoing professional development opportunities to enhance knowledge base and skillset as an LPN.
- Provided emotional support to patients and families during difficult times, fostering positive relationships built on trust and compassion.
- Performed routine evaluations of each patient's status, needs, and preferences.
- Enhanced patient satisfaction levels through effective communication and empathetic listening skills.
- Answered incoming phone calls from patients to provide basic assistance and triage medical concerns.
- Collaborated with interdisciplinary team of healthcare and social service providers to address patients' needs through effective intervention and care planning.
- Delivered updates in patient status to charge nurse, recording changes in medical records.
Charge Nurse
Attalla Nursing Home
01.1991 - 08.1994
- Coordinated patient care and medication administration in compliance with established protocols.
- Monitored vital signs, identifying changes in patient conditions for timely interventions.
- Assisted in developing individualized care plans based on patient assessments and needs.
- Supervised nursing staff, ensuring adherence to best practices and quality standards.
- Provided training and support to new nurses, enhancing team efficiency and knowledge sharing.
- Implemented infection control measures to maintain a safe environment for residents and staff.
- Collaborated with multidisciplinary teams to optimize patient outcomes through effective communication.
- Coordinated nursing care on unit through staff assignments, assisting and rounding with physicians, monitoring patient orders, and communicating with ancillary departments.
- Conducted daily shift briefs to inform staff of changes in patient care assignments.
- Collaborated with other healthcare professionals to provide quality patient care.
Education
Associates Lpn - Nurse
Gadsden State Community College
Gadsden, AL01.1991
Skills
- Medication administration
- Vital signs monitoring
- Medical documentation
- Geriatric nursing
- Compassionate care
- Clinical decision making
- Family communication
- Clinical judgment
- Caregiving skills
- Mental health support
- Verbal and written communication
- Multi-tasking and prioritization
Timeline
LPN
Southeastern Psychiatric
12.1994 - 04.2025
Charge Nurse
Attalla Nursing Home
01.1991 - 08.1994
Associates Lpn - Nurse
Gadsden State Community College
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