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Holly Willsher

East Bethel,MN

Summary

Compassionate LPN with extensive experience at Estates at Greeley, skilled in medication administration and patient assessments. Proven ability to enhance patient satisfaction through empathetic care and effective communication. Adept at collaborating with interdisciplinary teams to improve health outcomes and ensure compliance with safety protocols. Committed to delivering high-quality, patient-centered care.

Licensed nursing professional skilled in patient care, medication administration, and health monitoring. Strong focus on team collaboration, ensuring reliable support and adaptability to changing needs. Known for effective communication, problem-solving, and empathy in high-pressure environments. Prepared to contribute significantly to enhancing patient outcomes and overall healthcare quality.

Knowledgeable nurse with deep understanding of patient care and medical procedures. Successfully managed diverse patient needs in various healthcare settings, ensuring high-quality care and patient satisfaction. Demonstrated strong communication and problem-solving skills while working collaboratively with healthcare teams.

Experienced with patient care, including administering medications and monitoring vital signs. Utilizes strong communication and interpersonal skills to foster positive patient relationships and efficient team collaboration. Track record of providing compassionate and attentive care, ensuring patient comfort and safety.

Healthcare professional with solid background in patient care and medical support. Proven ability to assist in various medical procedures and maintain accurate patient records. Known for effective teamwork and adaptability in dynamic healthcare environments, consistently delivering reliable and compassionate care.

Proficient and caring nursing team member offering outstanding patient-facing experience. Adept at addressing patient needs with compassionate care and attention to detail. Diligent about maximizing satisfaction, safety, and wellness while serving patients of all backgrounds.

Proficient and caring nursing team member offering over 18 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.

Dependable healthcare team member with sound judgment, excellent clinical abilities, and smooth bedside manner. Track and chart vitals and other markers to help patients, support team treatment goals and boost outcomes. Exceptional approach in patient centered patient support.

Skilled Licensed Practical Nurse offering 18+ years of experience in the field. Knowledgeable about assisting with non-invasive procedures and performing respiratory treatments. Strong documentation skills and a firm grasp of compliance requirements.

Experienced nursing professional with excellent skills in patient assessment, disease management and medication administration. Proven track record of delivering high-quality care.

Seasoned LPN with expertise in geriatric, pediatric, psychiatric care. Work effectively within interdisciplinary teams to develop, implement and adjust interventions.

Pursuing full-time role that presents professional challenges and leverages interpersonal skills, effective time management, and problem-solving expertise.

Demonstrates strong analytical, communication, and teamwork skills, with proven ability to quickly adapt to new environments. Eager to contribute to team success and further develop professional skills. Brings positive attitude and commitment to continuous learning and growth.

Dynamic individual with hands-on experience in long term, hospice, palliative, rehabilitative, TCU environment, and pediatric with children in the school system and talent for navigating challenges. Brings strong problem-solving skills and proactive approach to new tasks. Known for adaptability, creativity, and results-oriented mindset. Committed to making meaningful contributions and advancing organizational goals.

Proactive and goal-oriented professional with excellent time management and problem-solving skills. Known for reliability and adaptability, with swift capacity to learn and apply new skills. Committed to leveraging these qualities to drive team success and contribute to organizational growth.

Results-oriented achiever with proven ability to exceed targets and drive success in fast-paced environments. Combines strategic thinking with hands-on experience to deliver impactful solutions and enhance organizational performance.

Equipped with strong problem-solving abilities, willingness to learn, and excellent communication skills. Poised to contribute to team success and achieve positive results. Ready to tackle new challenges and advance organizational objectives with dedication and enthusiasm.

Organized and dependable candidate successful at managing multiple priorities with a positive attitude. Willingness to take on added responsibilities to meet team goals.

Overview

18
18
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification

Work History

LPN

Estates at Greeley
06.2019 - Current
  • Administered medications and treatments following established protocols to ensure patient safety and comfort.
  • Monitored vital signs, documenting changes promptly to assist in patient assessments and care plans.
  • Collaborated with interdisciplinary teams to coordinate comprehensive patient care and address individual needs.
  • Educated patients and families on health management strategies, fostering understanding of treatment regimens.
  • 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, IV therapy administration, 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.
  • Obtained patient vital signs and input/output measurements from inpatients.
  • Administered controlled narcotics and performed catheterizations.
  • Provided compassionate palliative care for terminally ill patients while supporting their emotional needs during end-of-life stages.
  • 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.
  • Monitored, tracked, and conveyed important patient information to healthcare staff to help optimize treatment planning and care delivery.
  • Evaluated patients to identify and address wounds, behavioral concerns, and medically relevant symptoms.
  • Gathered lab specimens, ordered testing, and informed results to practitioner
  • Maintained a safe and therapeutic environment for patients through effective risk assessment and crisis intervention 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.
  • Ensured regulatory compliance by adhering to infection control protocols and maintaining accurate documentation of patient data.
  • Educated patients and caregivers on medical diagnoses, treatment options, chronic disease self-management and wound management.
  • Promoted a culture of teamwork through collaborative problem-solving efforts
  • Minimized staff and patient infection risk by cleaning and disinfecting equipment instruments.
  • Reduced hospital readmissions by providing thorough discharge planning
  • Contributed to organizational success by participating in ongoing staff education activities
  • Advocated for patients' needs and preferences with healthcare providers, fostering patient-centered care.
  • Conducted regular patient assessments to identify changes in health status, enabling timely interventions.
  • Participated in training sessions for nursing staff improving team competency and patient care standards.
  • Coordinated with pharmacy staff to ensure accurate medication dispensing, minimizing errors.
  • Maintained meticulous records of patient care, treatments, and progress, ensuring continuity of care.
  • Monitored patient reactions to medications and treatments, quickly addressing adverse reactions.
  • Delivered wound care and managed dressings, preventing infections and promoting healing.
  • Administered medications to ensure adherence to treatment plans, improving health outcomes.
  • Administered medications and injections to patients.
  • Monitored patient health conditions to report changes to assigned physician.
  • Assessed patients' temperature, pulse, and blood pressure and recorded in electronic medical records.
  • Reviewed patient history to verify conditions and current medications.
  • Delivered emotional support to patients and families during challenging times.
  • Evaluated patient histories, complaints, and current symptoms.
  • Worked with multidisciplinary team to carry out successful treatment plans for diverse acute and chronic conditions.
  • Helped patients complete bathing, dressing and eating.
  • Helped long-term care residents with bathing, dressing, feeding, and other daily living activities.
  • Protected patients and healthcare team members from infection by sterilizing equipment and reusable supplies.
  • Clearly and thoroughly explained diagnoses and treatments to patients, checking in to verify understanding.
  • Provided patient education on health care issues and prescribed medications.
  • Improved patient satisfaction with empathetic communication and timely response to needs.
  • Used aseptic techniques to provide sterilized wound care and dressing applications.

LPN

Sunbelt
09.2019 - 06.2021

Worked in various schools in Forest Lake School district including Wyoming Elementary, ALC, and Forest Lake High School

Worked in Special Education Room as LPN/Parasupport Professional with Children with special needs at Wyoming Elementary.

Worked at ALC in school nurse office for summer school

Worked in ALC in preschool room one on one with child with special medical needs

Worked in Forest Lake High School in special education department with children with special medical needs

  • Offered immediate assistance in emergency situations to evaluate needs and deliver care.
  • Increased patient satisfaction by consistently delivering high-quality nursing care tailored to individual needs and preferences
  • Promoted a culture of teamwork through active participation in meetings and collaborative problem-solving efforts.
  • Contributed to organizational success by participating in ongoing staff education activities.
  • Collaborated with interdisciplinary healthcare team members to develop individualized care for patients.
  • Assisted with feeding to help patients achieve nutritional objectives.
  • Worked with multidisciplinary team to carry out successful treatment plans for chronic conditions.
  • Performed routine evaluations of each patient's status, needs, and preferences.
  • Administered medications and treatments following established protocols to ensure patient safety and comfort.
  • Collaborated with interdisciplinary teams to coordinate comprehensive patient care and address individual needs.
  • Improved patient outcomes by administering medications and documenting relevant information.
  • Responded to patient requests with personal assistance.
  • Facilitated efficient communication between patient, family, and school to promote continuity of care across settings.
  • Monitored, tracked, and conveyed important patient information to family and school health department to help optimize care delivery.
  • Evaluated patients to identify behavioral concerns and medically relevant symptoms.
  • Ensured regulatory compliance by adhering to infection control protocols and maintaining accurate documentation of patient data.
  • Improved patient satisfaction with empathetic communication and timely response to needs.
  • Administered medications to ensure adherence to treatment plans, improving health outcomes.
  • Administered medications to patients.
  • Assessed patients' temperature and recorded in electronic medical record
  • Reviewed patients current medications.
  • Evaluated patient current symptoms.
  • Helped patients with toileting and eating

LPN

Windy Acres
08.2015 - 09.2020
  • Supervised junior nursing staff, providing training to enhance team performance and service delivery.
  • Conducted regular assessments of patient conditions, ensuring timely interventions aligned with care objectives.
  • Performed routine evaluations of each patient's status, needs, and preferences.
  • Administered controlled narcotics and performed catheterizations.
  • Comforted and counseled patients and families throughout care process.
  • Collaborated with interdisciplinary team of healthcare to address patients' needs through effective intervention and care planning.
  • Gathered lab specimens, obtain order for testing, and reported results to practitioner
  • Offered immediate assistance in emergency to evaluate needs and deliver care.
  • Increased patient satisfaction by consistently delivering high-quality nursing care tailored to individual needs and preferences.
  • Promoted a culture of teamwork through active participation in facility meetings and collaborative problem-solving efforts.
  • Contributed to organizational success by participating in ongoing staff education activities.
  • Led training sessions for nursing assistants, improving team competency and patient care standards.
  • Provided new hire training including medication administration for new nursing assistants
  • Responded to patient requests with appropriate clinical and personal assistance.
  • Clearly and thoroughly explained diagnoses, treatment options and procedures to patients and loved ones, checking in to verify understanding.
  • Administered medications and treatments following established protocols to ensure patient safety and comfort.
  • Monitored vital signs, documenting changes promptly to assist in patient assessments and care plans.
  • Collaborated with interdisciplinary teams to coordinate comprehensive patient care and address individual needs.
  • 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 monitoring respiration, blood pressure, and blood glucose levels.
  • Facilitated efficient communication between patients, families, and healthcare providers to promote continuity of care across settings.
  • Obtained patient vital signs and input/output measurements from inpatients.
  • Provided compassionate palliative care for terminally ill patients while supporting their emotional needs during end-of-life stages.
  • Monitored, tracked, and conveyed important patient information to healthcare staff to help optimize treatment planning and care delivery.
  • Evaluated patients to identify and address wounds, behavioral concerns, and medically relevant symptoms.
  • Used aseptic techniques to provide sterilized wound care and dressing applications.
  • Ensured regulatory compliance by adhering to infection control protocols and maintaining accurate documentation of patient data.
  • Educated patients and caregivers on medical diagnoses, treatment options, chronic disease self-management and wound management.
  • Minimized staff and patient infection risk by cleaning and disinfecting equipment instruments.
  • Improved patient satisfaction with empathetic communication and timely response to needs.
  • Advocated for patients' needs and preferences with healthcare providers, fostering patient-centered care.
  • Conducted regular patient assessments to identify changes in health status, enabling timely interventions.
  • Coordinated with pharmacy staff to ensure accurate medication dispensing, minimizing errors.
  • Maintained meticulous records of patient care, treatments, and progress, ensuring continuity of care.
  • Monitored patient reactions to medications and treatments, quickly addressing adverse reactions.
  • Delivered wound care and managed dressings, preventing infections and promoting healing.
  • Administered medications to ensure adherence to treatment plans, improving health outcomes.
  • Administered medications and injections to patients.
  • Monitored patient health conditions to report changes to assigned physician.
  • Assessed patients' temperature, pulse, and blood pressure and recorded in electronic medical records.
  • Reviewed patient history to verify conditions and current medications.
  • Delivered emotional support to patients and families during challenging times.
  • Evaluated patient histories, complaints, and current symptoms.
  • Helped patients complete bathing, dressing and eating.
  • Helped long-term care residents with bathing, dressing, feeding, and other daily living activities.
  • Protected patients and healthcare team members from infection by sterilizing equipment and reusable supplies.
  • Provided patient education on health care issues and prescribed medications.

LPN

Cedar Springs
06.2012 - 08.2015
  • Supervised nursing assistants and provided education to enhance team performance and service delivery.
  • Followed infection control measures, improving compliance with safety regulations within the facility.
  • Managed time-sensitive tasks effectively under pressure while maintaining composure during critical situations or emergencies.
  • Adapted quickly to changing patient needs to ensure optimal outcomes in diverse clinical scenarios.
  • Administered controlled narcotics and performed catheterizations.
  • Collaborated with interdisciplinary team of healthcare to address patients' needs through following care plan
  • Gathered lab specimens, obtain order from practitioner and reported results to practitioner for further orders
  • Delivered updates in patient status to practitioners, recording changes in medical records.
  • Offered immediate assistance in emergency situations to evaluate needs and deliver care.
  • Increased patient satisfaction by consistently delivering high-quality nursing care tailored to individual needs and preferences.
  • Promoted a culture of teamwork through active participation in facility meetings and collaborative problem-solving efforts.
  • Enhanced patient care by performing comprehensive assessments and developing individualized care plans.
  • Reduced hospital readmissions by providing thorough discharge planning.
  • Contributed to organizational success by participating in ongoing staff education activities.
  • Enhanced patient recovery by providing compassionate care and closely monitoring vital signs.
  • Facilitated patient education on disease management and prevention, empowering individuals towards healthier lifestyles.
  • Coordinated patient transfers to other facilities.
  • Educated patients and families on health management strategies, fostering understanding of treatment regimens.
  • Demonstrated excellent technical skills in wound dressing changes, IV therapy administration, catheter insertion, and other routine nursing procedures.
  • Managed patient care through monitoring respiration, blood pressure, and blood glucose levels.
  • 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.
  • Worked with multidisciplinary team to carry out successful treatment plans for diverse acute and chronic conditions.
  • Conducted regular assessments of patient conditions, ensuring timely interventions aligned with care objectives.
  • Performed routine evaluations of each patient's status, needs, and preferences.
  • Comforted and counseled patients and families throughout care process.
  • Clearly and thoroughly explained diagnoses, treatments, and procedures to patients and loved ones, checking in to verify understanding.
  • Administered medications and treatments following established protocols to ensure patient safety and comfort.
  • Monitored vital signs, documenting changes promptly to assist in patient assessments and care plans.
  • Collaborated with interdisciplinary teams to coordinate comprehensive patient care and address individual needs.
  • 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, 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.
  • Facilitated efficient communication between patients, families, and healthcare providers to promote continuity of care across settings.
  • Obtained patient vital signs and input/output measurements from inpatients.
  • Provided compassionate palliative care for terminally ill patients while supporting their emotional needs during end-of-life stages.
  • Monitored, tracked, and conveyed important patient information to healthcare staff to help optimize treatment planning and care delivery.
  • Evaluated patients to identify and address wounds, behavioral concerns, and medically relevant symptoms.
  • Used aseptic techniques to provide sterilized wound care and dressing applications.
  • Ensured regulatory compliance by adhering to infection control protocols and maintaining accurate documentation of patient data.
  • Educated patients and caregivers on medical diagnoses, treatment options, chronic disease self-management and wound management.
  • Minimized staff and patient infection risk by cleaning and disinfecting equipment instruments.
  • Improved patient satisfaction with empathetic communication and timely response to needs.
  • Advocated for patients' needs and preferences with healthcare providers, fostering patient-centered care.
  • Conducted regular patient assessments to identify changes in health status, enabling timely interventions.
  • Maintained meticulous records of patient care, treatments, and progress, ensuring continuity of care.
  • Monitored patient reactions to medications and treatments, quickly addressing adverse reactions.
  • Delivered wound care and managed dressings, preventing infections and promoting healing.
  • Coordinated with pharmacy staff to ensure accurate medication dispensing, minimizing errors.
  • Administered medications to ensure adherence to treatment plans, improving health outcomes.
  • Administered medications and injections to patients.
  • Monitored patient health conditions to report changes to assigned physician.
  • Assessed patients' temperature, pulse, and blood pressure and recorded in electronic medical records.
  • Reviewed patient history to verify conditions and current medications.
  • Delivered emotional support to patients and families during challenging times.
  • Evaluated patient histories, complaints, and current symptoms.
  • Helped patients complete bathing, dressing and eating.
  • Helped long-term care residents with bathing, dressing, feeding, and other daily living activities.
  • Protected patients and healthcare team members from infection by sterilizing equipment and reusable supplies.
  • Provided patient education on health care issues and prescribed medications.

LPN

Good Samaritan Nursing Home
08.2011 - 06.2012
  • Administered controlled narcotics and performed catheterizations.
  • Increased patient satisfaction by consistently delivering high-quality nursing care tailored to individual needs and preferences.
  • Enhanced patient recovery by providing compassionate care and monitoring vital signs.
  • Demonstrated excellent technical skills in wound dressing changes, catheter insertion, and other routine nursing procedures.
  • Assisted with feeding and monitored intake to help patients achieve nutritional objectives.
  • Conducted regular assessments of patient conditions, ensuring timely interventions aligned with care objectives.
  • Monitored vital signs, documenting changes promptly to assist in patient assessments
  • Monitored, tracked, and conveyed important patient information to healthcare staff to help optimize treatment planning and care delivery.
  • Minimized staff and patient infection risk by cleaning and disinfecting equipment instruments.
  • Helped patients complete bathing, dressing and eating.
  • Monitored patient health conditions to report changes to assigned physician.
  • Helped long-term care residents with bathing, dressing, feeding, and other daily living activities.
  • Protected patients and healthcare team members from infection by sterilizing equipment and reusable supplies.
  • Managed patient care through monitoring respiration, blood pressure, and blood glucose levels.
  • Administered medications and treatments following established protocols to ensure patient safety and comfort.
  • Responded to patient requests with appropriate clinical and personal assistance.
  • Performed routine evaluations of each patient's status, needs, and preferences.
  • Collaborated with interdisciplinary teams to coordinate comprehensive patient care and address individual needs.
  • Improved patient outcomes by administering medications, monitoring vital signs, and documenting relevant information.
  • Cared for wounds, provided treatments, and assisted with procedures.
  • 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.
  • Obtained patient vital signs and input/output measurements from inpatients.
  • Used aseptic techniques to provide sterilized wound care and dressing applications.
  • Ensured regulatory compliance by adhering to infection control protocols and maintaining accurate documentation of patient data.
  • Improved patient satisfaction with empathetic communication and timely response to needs.
  • Conducted regular patient assessments to identify changes in health status, enabling timely interventions.
  • Maintained meticulous records of patient care, treatments, and progress, ensuring continuity of care.
  • Delivered wound care and managed dressings, preventing infections and promoting healing.
  • Administered medications to ensure adherence to treatment plans, improving health outcomes.
  • Administered medications and injections to patients.
  • Assessed patients' temperature, pulse, and blood pressure and recorded in electronic medical records.
  • Reviewed patient history to verify conditions and current medications.
  • Evaluated patient histories, complaints, and current symptoms.
  • Promoted a culture of teamwork through active participation in unit meetings.
  • Contributed to organizational success by participating in ongoing staff education activities.

LPN

Estates at New Brighton
08.2008 - 08.2011
  • Adapted quickly to changing patient needs to ensure optimal outcomes in diverse clinical scenarios.
  • Administered controlled narcotics and performed catheterizations.
  • Collaborated with interdisciplinary team of healthcare providers to address patients' needs through effective intervention
  • Gathered lab specimens, obtain order from practitioner, and report results to practitioner
  • Offered immediate assistance in emergency situations to evaluate needs and deliver care.
  • Increased patient satisfaction by consistently delivering high-quality nursing care tailored to individual needs and preferences.
  • Promoted a culture of teamwork through active participation in unit meetings and collaborative problem-solving efforts.
  • Contributed to organizational success by participating in ongoing staff education activities.
  • Assisted with admissions, transfers, and discharges.
  • Enhanced patient care by performing comprehensive assessments and developing individualized care plans.
  • Enhanced patient recovery by providing compassionate care and monitoring vital signs.
  • Demonstrated excellent technical skills in wound dressing changes, catheter insertion, and other routine nursing procedures.
  • 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.
  • Conducted regular assessments of patient conditions, ensuring timely interventions aligned with care objectives.
  • Monitored vital signs, documenting changes promptly to assist in patient assessments and care plans.
  • Facilitated efficient communication between patients, families, and healthcare providers to promote continuity of care across settings.
  • Monitored, tracked, and conveyed important patient information to healthcare staff to help optimize treatment planning and care delivery.
  • Evaluated patients to identify and address wounds and medically relevant symptoms.
  • Minimized staff and patient infection risk by cleaning and disinfecting equipment instruments.
  • Advocated for patients' needs and preferences with healthcare providers, fostering patient-centered care.
  • Monitored patient health conditions to report changes to assigned physician.
  • Helped patients complete bathing, dressing and eating.
  • Helped long-term care residents with bathing, dressing, feeding, and other daily living activities.
  • Protected patients and healthcare team members from infection by sterilizing equipment and reusable supplies.
  • Collaborated with interdisciplinary healthcare team members to develop individualized care plans for patients.
  • Managed patient care through monitoring respiration, blood pressure, and blood glucose levels.
  • Responded to patient requests with personal assistance.
  • Performed routine evaluations of each patient's status, needs, and preferences.
  • Administered medications and treatments following established protocols to ensure patient safety and comfort.
  • Collaborated with interdisciplinary teams to coordinate comprehensive patient care and address individual needs.
  • Improved patient outcomes by administering medications, monitoring vital signs, and documenting relevant information.
  • Cared for wounds, provided treatments, and assisted with procedures.
  • 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.
  • Obtained patient vital signs and input/output measurements from inpatients.
  • Used aseptic techniques to provide sterilized wound care and dressing applications.
  • Ensured regulatory compliance by adhering to infection control protocols and maintaining accurate documentation of patient data.
  • Improved patient satisfaction with empathetic communication and timely response to needs.
  • Conducted regular patient assessments to identify changes in health status, enabling timely interventions.
  • Maintained meticulous records of patient care, treatments, and progress, ensuring continuity of care.
  • Monitored patient reactions to medications and treatments, quickly addressing adverse reactions.
  • Delivered wound care and managed dressings, preventing infections and promoting healing.
  • Administered medications to ensure adherence to treatment plans, improving health outcomes.
  • Administered medications and injections to patients.
  • Assessed patients' temperature, pulse, and blood pressure and recorded in electronic medical records.
  • Reviewed patient history to verify conditions and current medications.
  • Evaluated patient histories, complaints, and current symptoms.

LPN

Estates at Golden Valley
07.2007 - 09.2008
  • Adapted quickly to changing patient needs to ensure optimal outcomes in diverse clinical scenarios.
  • Administered controlled narcotics and performed catheterizations.
  • Collaborated with interdisciplinary team of healthcare providers to address patients' needs through effective interventions
  • Gathered lab specimens, obtain order from practitioner, and reporting results to practitioner for further orders
  • Offered immediate assistance in emergency situations to evaluate needs and deliver care.
  • Increased patient satisfaction by consistently delivering high-quality nursing care tailored to individual needs and preferences.
  • Promoted a culture of teamwork through active participation in collaborative problem-solving efforts.
  • Collaborated with interdisciplinary healthcare team members to develop individualized care plans for patients.
  • Managed patient care through closely monitoring respiration, blood pressure, and blood glucose levels.
  • Responded to patient requests with appropriate clinical and personal assistance.
  • Enhanced patient recovery by providing compassionate care and monitoring vital signs.
  • Performed routine evaluations of each patient's status, needs, and preferences.
  • Administered medications and treatments following established protocols to ensure patient safety and comfort.
  • Monitored vital signs, documenting changes promptly to assist in patient assessments
  • Collaborated with interdisciplinary teams to coordinate comprehensive patient care and address individual needs.
  • Improved patient outcomes by administering medications, monitoring vital signs, and documenting relevant information.
  • Cared for wounds, provided treatments, and assisted with procedures.
  • 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.
  • Obtained patient vital signs and input/output measurements from inpatients.
  • Evaluated patients to identify and address wounds and medically relevant symptoms.
  • Used aseptic techniques to provide sterilized wound care and dressing applications.
  • Ensured regulatory compliance by adhering to infection control protocols and maintaining accurate documentation of patient data.
  • Improved patient satisfaction with empathetic communication and timely response to needs.
  • Conducted regular patient assessments to identify changes in health status, enabling timely interventions.
  • Maintained meticulous records of patient care, treatments, and progress, ensuring continuity of care.
  • Monitored patient reactions to medications and treatments, quickly addressing adverse reactions.
  • Delivered wound care and managed dressings, preventing infections and promoting healing.
  • Administered medications to ensure adherence to treatment plans, improving health outcomes.
  • Administered medications and injections to patients.
  • Assessed patients' temperature, pulse, and blood pressure and recorded in electronic medical records.
  • Reviewed patient history to verify conditions and current medications.
  • Evaluated patient histories, complaints, and current symptoms.

Education

Associate of Applied Science - Nursing

Century College
White Bear Lake, MN
12-2025

Licensed Practical Nurse - Nursing

St. Paul College
St. Paul, MN
03-2007

High School Diploma -

West Bend East High School
West Bend, WI
06-1997

Skills

  • Medication administration
  • Direct patient care
  • Vital signs monitoring
  • HIPAA compliance
  • Wound care
  • Compassionate care
  • Physical assessment
  • Clinical documentation
  • Geriatric care
  • Vital signs
  • Clinical judgment
  • Patient care
  • Patient assessments
  • Documentation accuracy
  • Medication dispensing
  • Diabetes management
  • Immunization administration
  • Infection control
  • Family communication
  • Catheter care
  • Documenting intake
  • Breathing treatments
  • EMR / EHR
  • Emergency response
  • Patient relationship building
  • Care planning
  • ADL assistance
  • Healthcare software proficiency
  • Patient intake
  • Preventive care
  • Caregiving skills
  • Transcribing orders
  • Palliative care
  • Staff supervision
  • Pulse oximetry tracking
  • Patient management
  • Behavioral assessment
  • Rehabilitation techniques
  • Inpatient care
  • Chronic disease management
  • Mental health support
  • Medical records management
  • Maintaining nutrition
  • Pediatric care
  • Indirect patient care
  • Verbal and written communication
  • End-of-life care
  • Pain management
  • Patient safety protocols
  • Quality assurance
  • Anatomy
  • Documenting incidents
  • Tuberculosis testing
  • Staff direction and task delegation
  • Psychotropic medications
  • Educating families
  • [State] licensed practical nurse
  • Counting narcotics
  • Cultural competence
  • EKG administration
  • Multi-tasking and prioritization
  • Biomedical hazard disposal
  • Licensed practical nurse
  • Empathetic and compassionate
  • Caring for wounds
  • [Type] EMR software
  • Charting and recording
  • Tracking symptoms
  • Samples collection
  • HIPAA protocols
  • Certified in CPR/AED
  • Critical thinking
  • Patient charting
  • Attention to detail
  • Patient education
  • Responsible and dependable
  • Dementia knowledge and care
  • CPR/AED
  • Strong clinical judgment
  • Adaptable and flexible
  • Intravenous medications
  • Specimen collection
  • Patient support
  • Health education
  • Patient evaluations

Accomplishments

IV certified, recent RN graduate, LPN for 18 years, CNA for 10 years, CPR certified. Volunteered through church in homeless shelters. Volunteered with Meals on Wheels program. Volunteered in packing meals for schools. Volunteered through Feed my Starving Children. Volunteered at nursing home in the activity department.

  • Supervised team of 5 certified nursing assistants
  • Charge nurse responsibilities on TCU unit
  • Assisting with making assignments or scheduling changes

Affiliations

ANA

Certification

  • Licensed LPN - 18 years
  • IV Training - 12 years

Languages

English
Native or Bilingual

Interests

  • Documenting and sharing travel experiences
  • Volunteering for community initiatives to give back to local communities and make a positive impact
  • Volunteer Travel
  • Sharing travel tips, recommendations, and insights with fellow enthusiasts
  • Participating in cultural exchange programs and homestays
  • Community Cleanup
  • Youth mentor, providing guidance and support to empower the next generation of leaders
  • Youth Development Programs
  • Getting involved in local advocacy groups to promote positive change in the community
  • Offering time and support to shelters for the homeless, women, and animals
  • Fundraising Events
  • Advocacy Campaigns
  • Volunteer Work
  • Homelessness Outreach
  • Participating in fundraising events to support local charities, schools, or community projects
  • Environmental Conservation Projects
  • Animal Welfare Advocacy
  • Environmental Stewardship
  • Gym Workouts
  • Dancing
  • High-Intensity Interval Training
  • Mindfulness Practices
  • Pilates
  • Team Sports
  • Swimming
  • Passionate about balancing physical health with mental and emotional wellness
  • Regularly practice mindfulness and meditation for overall wellness
  • Experimenting with different creative mediums, like clay, pottery, and painting, to expand skills and techniques
  • Crafting and DIY Projects
  • Interior Design
  • Drawing and Painting
  • Dance

Timeline

LPN

Sunbelt
09.2019 - 06.2021

LPN

Estates at Greeley
06.2019 - Current

LPN

Windy Acres
08.2015 - 09.2020

LPN

Cedar Springs
06.2012 - 08.2015

LPN

Good Samaritan Nursing Home
08.2011 - 06.2012

LPN

Estates at New Brighton
08.2008 - 08.2011

LPN

Estates at Golden Valley
07.2007 - 09.2008

Associate of Applied Science - Nursing

Century College

Licensed Practical Nurse - Nursing

St. Paul College

High School Diploma -

West Bend East High School
Holly Willsher