Proficient and caring nursing team member offering over 3 years of patient-facing experience. Addresses patient needs with compassionate care and attention to detail. Diligent about maximizing satisfaction, safety and wellness while serving patients of all backgrounds.
Overview
4
4
years of professional experience
Work History
Licensed Practical Nurse
Capital Care Staffing
08.2023 - Current
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.
Managed patient care through closely monitoring respiration, blood pressure, and blood glucose levels.
Facilitated efficient communication between patients, families, and healthcare providers to promote continuity of care across settings.
Managed time-sensitive tasks effectively under pressure while maintaining composure during critical situations or emergencies.
Answered incoming phone calls from patients to provide basic assistance and triage medical concerns.
Administered medications to ensure adherence to treatment plans, improving health outcomes.
Advocated for patients' needs and preferences with healthcare providers, fostering patient-centered care.
Assessed patients' temperature, pulse, and blood pressure and recorded in electronic medical records.
Helped long-term care residents with bathing, dressing, feeding, and other daily living activities.
Evaluated patient histories, complaints, and current symptoms.
Delivered emotional support to patients and families during challenging times.
Delivered wound care and managed dressings, preventing infections and promoting healing.
Liscensed Practical Nurse
Madonna Rehabilitation Hospitals-Lincoln Campus
06.2020 - 07.2023
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.
Demonstrated excellent technical skills in wound dressing changes, catheter insertion, and other routine nursing procedures.
Managed patient care through closely monitoring respiration, blood pressure, and blood glucose levels.
Facilitated efficient communication between patients, families, and healthcare providers to promote continuity of care across settings.
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.
Performed routine evaluations of each patient's status, needs, and preferences.
Adapted quickly to changing patient needs, adjusting care plans accordingly to ensure optimal outcomes in diverse clinical scenarios.
Comforted and counseled patients and families throughout care process.
Mentored new nursing staff to enhance professional development opportunities within the team dynamic.
Educated patients and families on health promotion, disease prevention, and self-care management strategies.
Assisted with feeding and monitored intake to help patients achieve nutritional objectives.
Delivered culturally competent care that respected diverse patient populations'' unique values, beliefs, and traditions.
Monitored patient reactions to medications and treatments, quickly addressing adverse reactions.
Helped patients complete bathing, dressing and eating.
Education
Bachelor of Science - Nursing
Clarkson College
Omaha NE
12.2024
License Practical Nurse - Health Sciences
Southeast Community College
Beatrice NE
05.2020
Certified Nurse Aide - Health Science
Southeast Community College
Beatrice NE
10.2016
High School Diploma -
Norris High School
Firth, NE
05.2016
Skills
Patient education
Medication administration
Wound care
Urinary Catheterization
Tracheotomy Cares
Endotracheal Suctioning
Enteral feedings
IV Therapy
Head to Toe Assessments
Vital Sign Monitoring
Patient Advocate
Active Listener
Great Bedside manner
Medical record keeping
Timeline
Licensed Practical Nurse
Capital Care Staffing
08.2023 - Current
Liscensed Practical Nurse
Madonna Rehabilitation Hospitals-Lincoln Campus
06.2020 - 07.2023
Bachelor of Science - Nursing
Clarkson College
License Practical Nurse - Health Sciences
Southeast Community College
Certified Nurse Aide - Health Science
Southeast Community College
High School Diploma -
Norris High School
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