GWENDOLYN RICHARDSON
Kettering
Summary
Dedicated LPN with extensive experience at Cedarview Rehabilitation & Nursing Care, skilled in medication administration and compassionate patient care. Care provided on vent/trach wing with efficiency, Proven ability to enhance patient outcomes through effective communication and meticulous clinical documentation. Committed to infection control and fostering a supportive environment, ensuring high-quality care tailored to individual needs.
Overview
9
9
years of professional experience
Work History
LPN
CENTERVILLE POST ACUTE
08.2024 - Current
- Assisted in patient care by monitoring vital signs and reporting changes to nursing staff.
- Maintained a clean and organized work environment to ensure safety and compliance with health standards.
- Supported patients with daily activities, enhancing comfort and promoting independence.
- Administered medications as directed, ensuring proper dosage and timing.
- Collaborated with healthcare team members to develop individualized care plans for patients.
- Documented patient information accurately in electronic health records systems for continuity of care.
- Responded promptly to patient needs, demonstrating effective communication and empathy in care delivery.
- Improved patient outcomes by administering medications, monitoring vital signs, and documenting relevant information.
- Cared for wounds, provided treatments, and assisted with procedures.
- Assisted with admissions, appointments, transfers, and discharges.
- Collaborated with interdisciplinary healthcare teams to ensure continuous quality improvement in patient care delivery.
- Documented accurate and complete patient information to address patient problems and expected outcomes.
LPN
Cedarview Rehabilitation & Nursing Care
11.2022 - Current
- Demonstrated excellent technical skills in wound dressing changes, IV therapy administration, catheter insertion, and other routine nursing procedures.
- Facilitated efficient communication between patients, families, and healthcare providers to promote continuity of care across settings.
- Evaluated patients to identify and address wounds, behavioral concerns, and medically relevant symptoms.
- Assisted with feeding and monitored intake to help patients achieve nutritional objectives.
- Assisted physicians with diagnostic testing and procedural support for optimal treatment decisions.
- Ensured regulatory compliance by adhering to infection control protocols and maintaining accurate documentation of patient data.
- Promoted a culture of teamwork through active participation in unit meetings, performance improvement initiatives, and collaborative problem-solving efforts.
- Answered incoming phone calls from patients to provide basic assistance and triage medical concerns.
- Educated patients and caregivers on medical diagnoses, treatment options, chronic disease self-management and wound management.
- Administered medications to ensure adherence to treatment plans, improving health outcomes.
- Implemented infection control protocols, significantly reducing incidence of hospital-acquired infections.
- Enhanced patient recovery by providing compassionate care and closely monitoring vital signs.
LPN
LEGACY OF MIAMISBURG
02.2024 - 07.2024
- Participated in training sessions to enhance clinical skills and knowledge of nursing practices.
- Managed patient care through closely monitoring respiration, blood pressure, and blood glucose levels.
- Administered controlled narcotics, inserted IVs, and performed catheterizations.
- Adapted quickly to changing patient needs, adjusting care plans accordingly to ensure optimal outcomes in diverse clinical scenarios.
- Performed routine evaluations of each patient's status, needs, and preferences.
- Educated patients and families on health promotion, disease prevention, and self-care management strategies.
- Monitored, tracked, and conveyed important patient information to healthcare staff to help optimize treatment planning and care delivery.
- Delivered updates in patient status to charge nurse, recording changes in medical records.
- Maintained a safe and therapeutic environment for patients through effective risk assessment and crisis intervention strategies.
LPN
WILLOW KNOLL POST ACUTE
01.2021 - 11.2022
- Managed time-sensitive tasks effectively under pressure while maintaining composure during critical situations or emergencies.
- Obtained patient vital signs and input/output measurements from inpatients.
- Comforted and counseled patients and families throughout care process.
- Provided compassionate palliative care for terminally ill patients while supporting their emotional needs during end-of-life stages.
- Mentored new nursing staff to enhance professional development opportunities within the team dynamic.
- Used aseptic techniques to provide sterilized wound care and dressing applications.
- Increased patient satisfaction scores by consistently delivering high-quality nursing care tailored to individual needs and preferences.
LPN
Arlington Pointe
07.2016 - 12.2020
- Collaborated with interdisciplinary team of healthcare and social service providers to address patients' needs through effective intervention and care planning.
- Gathered lab specimens, ordered testing, and interpreted results to diagnose patients.
- Improved patient satisfaction with empathetic communication and timely response to needs.
- Contributed to organizational success by participating in accreditation surveys, quality assurance programs, and ongoing staff education activities.
- Delivered wound care and managed dressings, preventing infections and promoting healing.
- Administered medications and injections to patients.
- Monitored patient health conditions to report changes to assigned physician.
- Assessed patients' temperature, pulse, and blood pressure and recorded in electronic medical records.
- Delivered emotional support to patients and families during challenging times.
- Responded to patient requests with appropriate clinical and personal assistance.
- Provided patient education on health care issues and prescribed medications.
- Evaluated patient histories, complaints, and current symptoms.
Education
High School Diploma -
MONROE COUNTY HIGH SCHOOL
MONROEVILLE ALABAMS05-1998
PN CERTIFICATE - NURSING
D.RUSSEL LEE VOCATIONAL CENTER
HAMILTON 06-2000
Skills
- Medication administration
- Direct patient care
- Vital signs monitoring
- HIPAA compliance
- Wound care
- Compassionate care
- Physical assessment
- Clinical documentation
- Geriatric care
- Vital signs
- Clinical judgment
- Patient care
- Patient assessments
- Documentation accuracy
- Infection control
- Immunization administration
- Diabetes management
- Family communication
- Catheter care
- Breathing treatments
- Patient evaluations
- Documenting intake
Accomplishments
EMPLOYEE OF THE MONTH EACH FACILITY I'VE EVER WORKED IN
RESIDENT FAMILY APPRECIATION GREATLY FELT
Timeline
LPN
CENTERVILLE POST ACUTE
08.2024 - Current
LPN
LEGACY OF MIAMISBURG
02.2024 - 07.2024
LPN
Cedarview Rehabilitation & Nursing Care
11.2022 - Current
LPN
WILLOW KNOLL POST ACUTE
01.2021 - 11.2022
LPN
Arlington Pointe
07.2016 - 12.2020
High School Diploma -
MONROE COUNTY HIGH SCHOOL
PN CERTIFICATE - NURSING
D.RUSSEL LEE VOCATIONAL CENTER
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