Heather Wierzbicky
Hazlet,NJ
Summary
Dedicated LPN with proven expertise in patient care, medication administration, and clinical documentation, honed at Preferred Home Health Care & Nursing Services. Excelled in delivering compassionate care, improving patient satisfaction, and mentoring new staff, showcasing strong clinical judgment and teamwork. Licensed by the state nursing board, my approach significantly reduced hospital-acquired infections, underscoring my commitment to quality care and patient safety.
Overview
17
17
years of professional experience
Work History
Nurse.. LPN
Preferred Home Health Care & Nursing Services
01.2015 - 08.2018
- Performed accurate documentation of patient assessments, interventions, and outcomes in compliance with regulatory standards.
- Administered medications via oral, IV, and intramuscular injections and monitored responses.
- Performed routine wound care and dressing changes on schedule.
- Promoted a safe and comfortable healing environment by addressing patient concerns promptly and professionally.
- Utilized strong clinical judgment in prioritizing patient needs during high-stress situations, ensuring optimal outcomes.
Nurse.. LPN
Bayshore Health Care Center
01.2002 - 12.2013
- Performed routine wound care and dressing changes on schedule.
- Educated patients on disease management, self-care techniques, and wellness strategies to improve long-term health outcomes.
- Improved patient satisfaction ratings by delivering compassionate and personalized care.
- Implemented infection control measures that significantly reduced hospital-acquired infections.
- Mentored new nursing staff members, fostering teamwork and improving unit efficiency.
- Maintained up-to-date knowledge on emerging trends in nursing practice to enhance effectiveness in delivering quality care.
Education
LPN - Geriatric Nursing
Monmouth County Vocational School
Long Branch01.2001
LPN - Pediatric Nursing
Monmouth County Vocational School
Long Branch, NJ01.2001
Skills
- Medication and IV administration
- Direct Patient Care
- Patient Assessment
- Clinical Documentation
- Patient Education
- Wound Management
- Surgical care
- Pediatric Care
- Licensed by State nursing board
- Home Health Care
- Geriatric Care
- Tracheostomy Care
- Intake and discharge
Timeline
Nurse.. LPN
Preferred Home Health Care & Nursing Services
01.2015 - 08.2018
Nurse.. LPN
Bayshore Health Care Center
01.2002 - 12.2013
LPN - Geriatric Nursing
Monmouth County Vocational School
LPN - Pediatric Nursing
Monmouth County Vocational School
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