Heather Cash
Johnson City,TN
Summary
Accomplished LPN Charge Nurse with a proven track record at Dominion Senior Living of JC, specializing in geriatric and end-of-life care. Expert in vital signs monitoring and nursing documentation, I excel in critical thinking and patient-focused decision-making. Demonstrated success in improving patient safety and fostering strong relationships with patients' families.
Overview
10
10
years of professional experience
Work History
LPN Charge Nurse
Dominion Senior Living of JC
01.2016 - Current
- Assessed patients' temperature, pulse, and blood pressure and recorded in electronic medical records.
- Delegated tasks effectively, optimizing staff productivity and maintaining a well-organized nursing unit.
- Utilized critical thinking skills to make sound clinical decisions in high-pressure situations, minimizing risks and ensuring patient safety.
- Analyzed patient assessments and laboratory data to bring any issues to attention of physicians.
- Documented vitals and medical histories in patient charts when assessing patients and communicated patient information to physicians and other nurses for care continuity.
- Promoted continuity of care by thoroughly documenting shift-to-shift communication in nursing reports.
- Promoted patient independence by teaching self-care skills and explaining conditions and medications.
- Developed strong relationships with patients'' families, keeping them informed of progress reports and collaborating on decisions regarding their loved ones'' healthcare plans.
- Maintained accurate medical records in accordance with established protocols, ensuring confidentiality of sensitive information at all times.
LPN
Appalachian Christian Village
05.2014 - 12.2015
- 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.
Education
Lpn - Nursing
Tennessee College of Applied Technology
Elizabethton, TN04.2014
Skills
- Vital signs monitoring
- Nursing Documentation
- Geriatric Care
- End of life care
- Mental health care
- Medication Administration
- Critical Thinking
- Patient Charting
- Dementia Knowledge and Care
- Physical assessments
- Attention to Detail
Timeline
LPN Charge Nurse
Dominion Senior Living of JC
01.2016 - Current
LPN
Appalachian Christian Village
05.2014 - 12.2015
Lpn - Nursing
Tennessee College of Applied Technology
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