Dedicated nursing professional with clinical expertise and leadership experience. Collaborates effectively with multidisciplinary teams to enhance patient care. Committed to addressing diverse healthcare needs with strong skills in communication, medication administration, and wound care.
Overview
20
20
years of professional experience
Work History
LPN/Community Connector
Molina Healthcare Inc
Columbus, OH
06.2014 - Current
Facilitated member access to providers and resources, enhancing overall health and wellness outcomes.
Engaged in community health collaborations including care of end-stage renal disease, behavioral health transitions, and maternal child health initiatives.
Assisted in developing care plans tailored to individual patient needs.
Educated patients and families on effective health management strategies and proper medication use.
Collaborated with interdisciplinary teams to ensure comprehensive patient care.
Conducted home visits, gathering information and completing appropriate health assessments.
Documented patient progress and care activities in electronic medical records.
LPN Charge Nurse
Woodside Village Care Center
Mt Gilead, Ohio
02.2006 - 06.2014
Supervised nursing staff, ensuring adherence to protocols and maintaining high standards of patient care.
Administered medications in accordance with physician's orders and care plan directives.
Delivered direct and indirect patient care to address psychosocial, physical, and general needs, supporting patients with activities of daily living.
Performed comprehensive patient assessments, monitored and recorded vital signs and collected specimens and interpreting lab results.
Collaborated with physicians to discuss patient progress and treatment adjustments.
Maintained accurate patient records following compliance guidelines and standards.
Facilitated communication among staff, patients, and families to enhance understanding and coordination of care needs.
Managed shift schedules to optimize nursing coverage and workflow efficiency.
Trained new staff on best practices in patient care and facility procedures.
Worked with healthcare teams to assess patients, manage wounds, and monitor healing.
LPN- Community Health Nurse; PCL Manager at Sac and Fox Nation Blackhawk Health CenterLPN- Community Health Nurse; PCL Manager at Sac and Fox Nation Blackhawk Health Center