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Jaclyn Cunningham

Valley Springs,CA

Summary

Care for elderly and young children patients with exceptional clinical, interpersonal and time management abilities. Licensed in California and diligent about helping people of all backgrounds with diverse healthcare needs. Top skills in communication, medication administration and wound care. Talented Licensed Practical Nurse bringing several years of experience in healthcare. Proficient in performing non-surgical procedures like breathing treatments. Familiar with documentation, recordkeeping, and compliance requirements. Accomplished Licensed Vocational Nurse leverages critical thinking, analysis and medical knowledge to deliver superior care in high-pressure environments. Collaborates with physicians and multidisciplinary team members, restoring patients' health through nursing and health education processes. Maintains positive attitude in urgent, stressful situations.

Overview

12
12
years of professional experience

Work History

LVN

Amergis Educational Staffing
Sacramento, CA
11.2022 - Current
  • Implemented school policies related to health and safety of students.
  • Maintained accurate records of student health information.
  • Advised parents and guardians about their child's health status at school or home.
  • Provided health services to students, including first aid and administering medication.
  • Responded quickly to emergency situations involving student health issues.
  • Administered and supervised administration of prescription medication to students.
  • Maintained strict patient data procedures to comply with HIPAA laws and prevent information breaches.
  • Utilized computerized Resource and Patient Management System (RPMS) and Electronic Health Record (EHR) system.
  • Monitored patient health status by observing behaviors, responses, and progress towards goals.
  • Supported personal hygiene needs of patients and monitored fluid input and output for permanent records.
  • Maintained safe and comfortable environment for each patient.

LVN

Wagner Heights Nursing & Rehabilitation Center
Stockton, CA
08.2021 - 12.2023
  • Addressed patient care needs, collected vitals, dressed wounds and managed catheters.
  • Cared for patients' acute and chronic wounds by changing dressings and applying medicated compounds.
  • Observed strict confidentiality and safeguarded all patient-related information.
  • Answered patient calls, identified issues and determined how best to provide assistance within parameters established by facility and supervisor.
  • Inserted, cared for and removed patients' catheters and monitored fluid output.
  • Monitored infection control procedures to verify facility-wide health and safety.
  • Directed implementation of improved patient care and documentation methods and procedures to achieve quality objectives.
  • Monitored patient's respiration activity, blood pressure and blood glucose levels in response to medical administration.
  • Communicated concerns regarding patients' status, care and environment to nursing supervisors, clinical care supervisors and case managers.
  • Prevented drug interactions and contributed to correct diagnosis by recording patient health information, monitoring vitals and updating patient files.
  • Followed rehabilitation and treatment care plans to accelerate patient recovery, minimize pain and optimize patient outcomes.
  • Looked for physical, emotional and symptomatic changes in patient condition and obtained necessary care for medical concerns.

LVN

Avalon Health Care
San Andreas, CA
02.2012 - 02.2022
  • Addressed patient care needs, collected vitals, dressed wounds and managed catheters.
  • Charted changes in patient conditions and discussed concerns with supervising healthcare provider.
  • Observed strict confidentiality and safeguarded all patient-related information.
  • Communicated effectively with patients and loved ones to explain diagnoses, treatment options and procedures.
  • Provided behavioral and emotional support and closely supervised patients suffering from dementia and Alzheimer's.
  • Utilized computerized Resource and Patient Management System (RPMS) and Electronic Health Record (EHR) system.
  • Administered medications and therapies in accordance with physicians orders.
  • Directed implementation of improved patient care and documentation methods and procedures to achieve quality objectives.

Education

LVN Training - Vocational Nursing

Gurnick Academy Of Medical Arts
Modesto, CA
08.2017

Skills

  • Verifying orders
  • HIPAA and confidentiality
  • Building trust and rapport
  • Direct patient care and advocacy
  • Vaccines
  • Maintaining status reports

Timeline

LVN

Amergis Educational Staffing
11.2022 - Current

LVN

Wagner Heights Nursing & Rehabilitation Center
08.2021 - 12.2023

LVN

Avalon Health Care
02.2012 - 02.2022

LVN Training - Vocational Nursing

Gurnick Academy Of Medical Arts
Jaclyn Cunningham