Jacqueline Horton

LPN Charge Nurse

Genesis HealthCare

Florence, AL

08.2022 - Current

Provided behavioral and emotional support and closely supervised patients suffering from dementia and Alzheimer's.
Observed and reported changes in condition of patients and signs and symptoms of deviations from normal health status.
Educated clients, patients and caregivers on medical diagnoses, treatment options, chronic disease self-management and wound management.
Worked with social workers, physical therapists and speech therapists to assess patient needs, plan and adjust plans of care and actualize nursing interventions to promote and restore patient health.
Monitored medication administration for accuracy, compliance, and effectiveness of treatment plan.
Developed strategies for improving quality of care standards within the unit or department.
Documented adverse patient reactions to medications and reported findings to supervisors.
Took temperatures or blood pressures, dressed wounds and provided other basic patient care or treatments.
Delivered emotional, psychological and spiritual support to patients and families to promote compassionate environment.
Educated patients about their diagnoses and treatments while providing emotional support.
Evaluated patient responses to treatments and interventions and documented progress notes accordingly.
Identified potential problems or risks that could affect patient outcomes.
Delivered high-quality direct and indirect nursing care to patients.
Coordinated discharge planning activities including arranging follow-up appointments for discharged patients.
Responded promptly to emergency situations as needed.
Participated in creating a safe environment by following fire safety regulations.
Collaborated with supervisor to prepare nursing assessment summaries and health care plans.
Supervised the activities of other nursing staff members and provided guidance when necessary.
Observed strict confidentiality and safeguarded all patient-related information.
Assisted in developing policies related to infection control practices.
Coordinated shift schedules and assigned duties to LPNs and CNAs based on qualifications.
Ensured all safety protocols were followed during patient care.
Evaluated patient care procedural changes for effectiveness and made necessary adjustments.
Answered patient calls, identified issues and determined how best to provide assistance within parameters established by facility and supervisor.
Precepted new staff nurses to provide education on hospital policies and procedures, patient care skills, medical procedures and techniques and patient assessments and interventions.
Administered medications in accordance with policies and legal limitations.
Educated patients on conditions, medications and self-care skills.
Evaluated nursing intervention outcomes by conferring with other healthcare team members.
Charted changes in patient conditions and discussed concerns with supervising healthcare provider.
Assembled and used catheters, tracheotomy tubes or oxygen suppliers.
Guaranteed exceptional care quality by correctly administering medication, inserting and caring for catheters, dressing and changing wounds and assisting with personal hygiene.
Maintained accurate medical records and updated them regularly.
Collected blood, urine or sputum from patients to perform routine laboratory tests.
Communicated effectively with patients, families, colleagues, and other healthcare professionals.
Educated patients on wound and disease self-management techniques.
Demonstrated strong problem-solving skills, resolving issues efficiently and effectively.
Utilized various software and tools to streamline processes and optimize performance.
Completed day-to-day duties accurately and efficiently.
Collaborated with healthcare team to develop individualized care plans for patients.

Summary

Overview

Work History

LPN Charge Nurse

LPN Charge Nurse

LPN Charge Nurse

Education

Associate of Science - Nursing

Skills

References

Timeline

LPN Charge Nurse

LPN Charge Nurse

LPN Charge Nurse

Associate of Science - Nursing

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