Highly-motivated employee with desire to take on new challenges. Strong worth ethic, adaptability and exceptional interpersonal skills. Adept at working effectively unsupervised and quickly mastering new skills.
Overview
6
6
years of professional experience
Work History
Private Duty Nurse
Aveanna
Galva, IL
08.2021 - 04.2024
Provided direct patient care, including wound and ostomy management, medication administration, laboratory specimen collection, and vital sign monitoring.
Assisted with activities of daily living such as bathing, dressing, meal preparation, feeding and ambulation.
Conducted assessments of physical condition; observed changes in patients' health status; reported to physicians regarding patient's condition.
Coordinated healthcare services with other members of the healthcare team to ensure continuity of care for assigned patients.
Maintained accurate records of patient care services using electronic medical record systems.
Provided emotional support to patients and their families throughout the course of illness or disability.
MDS Coordinator
Kewanee Care Home
Kewanee, IL
11.2020 - 08.2021
Conducted assessments to determine the resident's functional and cognitive abilities, as well as their level of care needs.
Monitored residents' progress and updated MDS records accordingly.
Collaborated with interdisciplinary teams to develop comprehensive care plans.
Provided training and education to nursing staff on current MDS regulations.
Interpreted physician orders for accuracy and completeness prior to submitting them electronically into the MDS system.
Reviewed clinical documentation to ensure accuracy of information reported on the MDS forms.
Coordinated timely submission of all required documents including Minimum Data Set forms, Care Area Assessments, Quarterly Assessment Reconciliation, Annual Assessment Reconciliations and other regulatory paperwork.
Licensed Practical Nurse
OSF HealthCare Saint Francis Medical Center
Kewanee, IL
12.2017 - 11.2020
Performed physical assessments, including vital signs and health history documentation.
Provided patient care in accordance with physicians' orders and nursing standards of practice.
Ensured that all clinical documentation is accurate and up-to-date in the electronic medical record system.
Communicated effectively with patients, family members, healthcare team members, and other stakeholders regarding patient care plans or concerns.
Maintained a safe environment by following infection control policies and procedures.
Participated in interdisciplinary team meetings for coordination of patient care plans.
Managed emergency situations promptly according to established protocols.