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Jackie Latham

Carter,MT

Summary

Dedicated Charge Licensed Practical Nurse offering [Number]-year background managing nursing staff, delegating assignments and assessing patient conditions. Expertise in progress monitoring, plan implementation and history taking. Certified in [Area of certification] and [Area of certification]. Devoted to service excellence in patient care and patient advocacy. Effective at tracking vitals and responses to treatments, administering medications and transcribing orders. Good relationship-building and problem-solving abilities. Licensed in [State] and certified in [Area of certification]. Diligent [Job Title] offering [Number]-year background providing attentive care in [Type] settings. Successful in anticipating and meeting needs of patients, colleagues and supervisors alike. Expertise in [Area of expertise]. Experienced nursing professional with excellent skills in patient assessment, disease management and medication administration. Proven track record of delivering high-quality care. Organized [Job Title] with experience providing skilled care to diverse patient populations. Compassionate professional with great engagement skills. Prioritize tasks and maintains accurate documentation. Seasoned [Job Title] with expertise in [Type] care. Work effectively within interdisciplinary teams to develop, implement and adjust interventions. Passionate Nurse with demonstrated experience in hospital settings. Proven ability to build strong relationships with patients and families while providing compassionate care. Offers strong task prioritization and organizational skills. Organized and dependable candidate successful at managing multiple priorities with a positive attitude. Willingness to take on added responsibilities to meet team goals. Hardworking and passionate job seeker with strong organizational skills eager to secure entry-level [Job Title] position. Ready to help team achieve company goals. Detail-oriented team player with strong organizational skills. Ability to handle multiple projects simultaneously with a high degree of accuracy. To seek and maintain full-time position that offers professional challenges utilizing interpersonal skills, excellent time management and problem-solving skills.

Overview

20
20
years of professional experience

Work History

LPN Charge Nurse

Hensleys
11.2021 - Current
  • Assessed patients' temperature, pulse, and blood pressure and recorded in electronic medical records.
  • Delivered direct quality care to patients by evaluating medical conditions and managing and assessing treatments.
  • Established cordial relationships with medical personnel and staff to promote teamwork and maintain positive attitude.
  • Assembled and used equipment such as catheters, tracheotomy tubes, or oxygen suppliers to effectively manage patient care.
  • Maintained and promoted autonomy and rights of patients to provide protection and enforce dignity and respect.
  • Assisted in coordinating transfers, discharges and admissions to establish smooth transition of patients.
  • Analyzed patient assessments and laboratory data to bring any issues to attention of physicians.
  • Managed daily staff assignments and patient scheduling to guarantee clinic coverage and flow.
  • Documented patient care plans and progress to enable tracking history and maintain updated records.
  • Collaborated with interdisciplinary teams to establish proper patient care and provide education to patients and family members.
  • Educated patients to provide information on health promotion and disease prevention.
  • Promoted patient independence by teaching self-care skills and explaining conditions and medications.
  • Participated in development and implementation of quality improvement initiatives to raise healthcare standards.
  • Led and mentored [Number] newly licensed nurses and nursing students to develop professional expertise.
  • Administered medications and injections to patients.
  • Monitored patient health conditions to report changes to assigned physician.
  • Delivered emotional support to patients and families during challenging times.
  • Responded to patient requests with appropriate clinical and personal assistance.
  • Worked with multidisciplinary team to carry out successful treatment plans for diverse acute and chronic conditions.
  • Reviewed patient history to verify conditions and current medications.
  • Evaluated patient histories, complaints, and current symptoms.
  • Helped long-term care residents with bathing, dressing, feeding, and other daily living activities.
  • Provided patient education on health care issues and prescribed medications.
  • Clearly and thoroughly explained diagnoses, treatment options and procedures to patients and loved ones, checking in to verify understanding.
  • Circulated assigned floor to measure and record patients' fluid and food levels, implementing measures to promote healthy intake and output as necessary.
  • Provided diagnosis information, treatment possibilities, disease management tips and wound care advice to patients, loved ones and caregivers.
  • Coordinated patient transfers to other facilities.
  • Helped patients complete bathing, dressing and eating.
  • Protected patients and healthcare team members from infection by sterilizing equipment and reusable supplies.
  • Managed various general office duties such as answering multiple telephone lines, completing insurance forms, and mailing monthly invoice statements to patients.
  • Achieved successful unit leadership by providing quality nursing care to [Number] to [Number] patients per day in [Number]-bed unit
  • Led and mentored [Number] newly licensed nurses and nursing students to develop professional expertise

LPN Charge Nurse

Bell Avenue Nursing Center
11.2020 - 11.2021
  • Assessed patients' temperature, pulse, and blood pressure and recorded in electronic medical records.
  • Delivered direct quality care to patients by evaluating medical conditions and managing and assessing treatments.
  • Established cordial relationships with medical personnel and staff to promote teamwork and maintain positive attitude.
  • Assembled and used equipment such as catheters, tracheotomy tubes, or oxygen suppliers to effectively manage patient care.
  • Assisted in coordinating transfers, discharges and admissions to establish smooth transition of patients.
  • Maintained and promoted autonomy and rights of patients to provide protection and enforce dignity and respect.
  • Analyzed patient assessments and laboratory data to bring any issues to attention of physicians.
  • Managed daily staff assignments and patient scheduling to guarantee clinic coverage and flow.
  • Documented patient care plans and progress to enable tracking history and maintain updated records.
  • Collaborated with interdisciplinary teams to establish proper patient care and provide education to patients and family members.
  • Educated patients to provide information on health promotion and disease prevention.
  • Promoted patient independence by teaching self-care skills and explaining conditions and medications.
  • Updated patient medical records with services provided, health conditions, and response to treatments using [Software].
  • Participated in development and implementation of quality improvement initiatives to raise healthcare standards.
  • Led and mentored [Number] newly licensed nurses and nursing students to develop professional expertise.
  • Administered medications and injections to patients.
  • Monitored patient health conditions to report changes to assigned physician.
  • Delivered emotional support to patients and families during challenging times.
  • Responded to patient requests with appropriate clinical and personal assistance.
  • Worked with multidisciplinary team to carry out successful treatment plans for diverse acute and chronic conditions.
  • Reviewed patient history to verify conditions and current medications.
  • Evaluated patient histories, complaints, and current symptoms.
  • Helped long-term care residents with bathing, dressing, feeding, and other daily living activities.
  • Provided patient education on health care issues and prescribed medications.
  • Clearly and thoroughly explained diagnoses, treatment options and procedures to patients and loved ones, checking in to verify understanding.
  • Circulated assigned floor to measure and record patients' fluid and food levels, implementing measures to promote healthy intake and output as necessary.
  • Provided diagnosis information, treatment possibilities, disease management tips and wound care advice to patients, loved ones and caregivers.
  • Took samples to complete diagnostic and routine assessment tests.
  • Developed and implemented individualized patient care plans.
  • Coordinated patient transfers to other facilities.
  • Helped patients complete bathing, dressing and eating.
  • Supported diagnoses by taking blood samples from patients for laboratory testing.
  • Protected patients and healthcare team members from infection by sterilizing equipment and reusable supplies.

CNA AND LPN

Sayre Memorial Hospital
04.2003 - 03.2010
  • Answered call lights and supported patient comfort and safety by adjusting bed rails and equipment.
  • Promoted good oral and personal hygiene by aiding patients with shaving, bathing, and teeth brushing.
  • Checked patient vitals such as temperature, blood pressure, and blood sugar levels.
  • Assisted with feeding and monitored intake to help patients achieve nutritional objectives.
  • Utilized therapeutic communication, empathy and active listening skills to encourage and develop positive relationships with patients.
  • Delivered individualized patient care by recording vital signs, documenting observations, administering treatments, and evaluating patient needs.
  • Cared for residents in assisted living facility and delivered high-quality support to meet needs.
  • Cared for clients with diagnoses such as respiratory failure, diabetes, Parkinson's disease and muscular dystrophy.
  • Helped clean and prepare patient consultation rooms to maintain hygiene standards
  • Participated in fun group activities with patients to boost mood, improve overall memory, and provide light entertainment.
  • Offered immediate assistance in emergency and routine paging situations to evaluate needs and deliver care.
  • Oversaw and maintained patients' rooms, group living areas, and nurse stations.
  • Supported ambulation and physical therapy needs by conducting planned exercise routines.
  • Evaluated patients to identify and address wounds, behavioral concerns, and medically relevant symptoms.
  • Educated patients and family members on best home care practices for healing and recovery.
  • Assisted nursing staff with completing daily rounds, documenting vital signs and answering calls.
  • Helped patients with self-feeding and assisted feeding, based on individual needs.
  • Changed linens in rooms, keeping spaces fresh and clean for patient health and satisfaction.
  • Completed activities of daily living for patients unable to self-care, and assisted those with limited mobility in completing tasks.
  • Facilitated personal hygiene management, feeding and ambulation.
  • Maintained patient stability by checking vital signs and weight and recording intake and outtake information.
  • Responded to patient requests for supplies and personal comfort items such as extra blankets.
  • Helped patients complete range of motion exercises to prevent loss of function during care.
  • Upheld infection control and prevention policies across different patient-facing areas.
  • Reduced risks of patient infection and cross-contamination by cleaning and sterilizing equipment.
  • Transported patients between rooms and appointments or testing locations.
  • Provided care to patients throughout lifespan with consideration of aging processes, human development stages and culture.
  • Observed patients under care conditions to help identify symptoms, responses to treatments and progress with goals.
  • Followed directions of licensed nurses to administer medications and treatments.
  • Supported needs of [Number]+ residents under long-term care.
  • Delivered high-quality care to [Type] patients in hospital facility.
  • Monitored patient specimen samples and test results to effectively alert supervisors of potentially unhealthy changes.
  • Collaborated with physicians to design at-home medication guidelines and educated patients and families on correct medication administration.
  • Answered call lights and supported patient comfort and safety by adjusting bed rails and equipment
  • Promoted good oral and personal hygiene by aiding patients with shaving, bathing, and teeth brushing
  • Supported ambulation and physical therapy needs by conducting planned exercise routines
  • Checked patient vitals such as temperature, blood pressure, and blood sugar levels
  • Delivered individualized patient care by recording vital signs, documenting observations, administering treatments, and evaluating patient needs
  • Assisted with feeding and monitored intake to help patients achieve nutritional objectives
  • Oversaw and maintained patients' rooms, group living areas, and nurse stations
  • Cared for clients with diagnoses such as respiratory failure, diabetes, Parkinson's disease and muscular dystrophy
  • Offered immediate assistance in emergency and routine paging situations to evaluate needs and deliver care
  • Evaluated patients to identify and address wounds, behavioral concerns, and medically relevant symptoms
  • Educated patients and family members on best home care practices for healing and recovery
  • Utilized therapeutic communication, empathy and active listening skills to encourage and develop positive relationships with patients
  • Participated in fun group activities with patients to boost mood, improve overall memory, and provide light entertainment
  • Completed activities of daily living for patients unable to self-care, and assisted those with limited mobility in completing tasks
  • Changed linens in rooms, keeping spaces fresh and clean for patient health and satisfaction
  • Facilitated personal hygiene management, feeding and ambulation
  • Maintained patient stability by checking vital signs and weight and recording intake and outtake information
  • Reduced risks of patient infection and cross-contamination by cleaning and sterilizing equipment
  • Helped patients complete range of motion exercises to prevent loss of function during care
  • Assisted nursing staff with completing daily rounds, documenting vital signs and answering calls
  • Helped patients with self-feeding and assisted feeding, based on individual needs
  • Transported patients between rooms and appointments or testing locations
  • Responded to patient requests for supplies and personal comfort items such as extra blankets

Education

LPN - NURSING

BURNSFLAT
Burns Flat, OK
05.2007

Skills

  • Patient Vital Sign Monitoring
  • Collecting Vitals
  • Work Planning and Coordination
  • Nursing Operations Supervision
  • Postoperative Care
  • Operational Standards
  • Tracheostomy Care
  • Direct Patient Care
  • Care Planning and Modifications
  • Treatment Planning and Implementation
  • Strong Clinical Judgment
  • Recordkeeping and Maintenance
  • Cerebrovascular Accidents
  • Management Team Support
  • Pneumonia Vaccinations
  • Patient Needs Assessment
  • Nursing Intervention Evaluations
  • Collect Trash
  • Intravenous Medications
  • Verbal and Written Communication
  • Patient Engagement
  • Medical Chart Management
  • Dietary Requirements and Restrictions
  • Monitor IV Fluids
  • Supporting Daily Living Needs
  • Patient Positioning and Transporting
  • Postpartum Patient Care
  • Intramuscular Injections
  • Call Answering and Assistance
  • Quality Assessments
  • Adaptable and Flexible
  • Procedure Explanation
  • Observe Patients
  • Rehabilitative Nursing
  • Patient Counseling and Support
  • Sanitation and Sterilization
  • Conditions Reporting
  • Feedback Acceptance
  • Catheter Monitoring
  • Patient Triage
  • Dementia Knowledge and Care
  • Medication Side Effect Knowledge
  • Self-Motivated
  • PPE Compliance
  • Multitasking Abilities
  • Organization and Time Management
  • Good Telephone Etiquette
  • Critical Thinking
  • Attention to Detail
  • Cultural Awareness
  • Decision-Making
  • First Aid/CPR
  • Teambuilding
  • Active Listening

Timeline

LPN Charge Nurse

Hensleys
11.2021 - Current

LPN Charge Nurse

Bell Avenue Nursing Center
11.2020 - 11.2021

CNA AND LPN

Sayre Memorial Hospital
04.2003 - 03.2010

LPN - NURSING

BURNSFLAT

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