Jana Smith
Greenville
Summary
Dedicated LVN with extensive experience at Hunt Regional Medical Center, excelling in compassionate care and medication administration. Proven ability to enhance patient outcomes through effective clinical documentation and wound care. Strong collaborator, fostering positive team dynamics while managing complex patient needs with exceptional clinical judgment. Committed to continuous professional development in nursing practices.
Overview
16
16
years of professional experience
Work History
LVN
Hunt Regional Medical Center
01.2010 - Current
- Administered medications accurately and in a timely manner, ensuring proper treatment for various conditions.
- Performed routine evaluations of each patient's status, needs, and preferences.
- Monitored vital signs and assessed patients regularly, swiftly identifying any changes in condition and addressing concerns promptly.
- Documented accurate and complete patient information to address patient problems and expected outcomes.
- Promoted a positive work environment among nursing staff through collaboration, open communication, and support.
- Provided high-quality wound care, reducing the risk of infection and promoting timely healing.
- Managed time efficiently during busy shifts by multitasking effectively without compromising quality of care.
- Managed patient care through closely monitoring respiration, blood pressure, and blood glucose levels.
- Mentored new LVN hires through the orientation process, sharing expertise to support their integration into the team successfully.
- Demonstrated strong clinical judgment by assessing symptoms quickly and prioritizing appropriate interventions accordingly.
- Enhanced patient care by providing compassionate and individualized attention, leading to improved health outcomes.
- Maintained thorough knowledge of emergency procedures, effectively responding to urgent situations when required.
- Obtained patient vital signs and input/output measurements from inpatients.
LVN Clinical Coordinator
Jordan Home Health
12.2010 - 05.2017
- Streamlined documentation processes by maintaining accurate medical records through electronic charting systems.
- Performed IV therapy treatments safely and accurately, administering fluids and medications as ordered by physicians.
- Coordinated with healthcare providers to schedule diagnostic tests for patients, expediting care plans as necessary.
- Educated patients and their families on disease management, medication administration, and at-home care techniques, empowering them to take control of their health.
- Collaborated with interdisciplinary team of healthcare and social service providers to address patients' needs through effective intervention and care planning.
- Facilitated efficient patient admissions, transfers, and discharges while maintaining clear communication with all parties involved.
- Collaborated with interdisciplinary healthcare teams to develop comprehensive care plans tailored to patients'' needs.
- Provided emotional support to patients and their families during difficult times, fostering trust and rapport with those under my care.
- Contributed to infection control measures by adhering to strict hygiene protocols and educating staff on best practices.
- Answered incoming phone calls from patients to provide basic assistance and triage medical concerns.
- Educated patients and caregivers on medical diagnoses, treatment options, chronic disease self-management and wound management.
- Comforted and counseled patients and families throughout care process.
- Monitored, tracked, and conveyed important patient information to healthcare staff to help optimize treatment planning and care delivery.
- Monitored patient health conditions to report changes to assigned physician.
- 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.
- 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.
- Provided diagnosis information, treatment possibilities, disease management tips and wound care advice to patients, loved ones and caregivers.
- Reviewed patient history to verify conditions and current medications.
- Managed various general office duties such as answering multiple telephone lines, completing insurance forms, and mailing monthly invoice statements to patients.
LVN Clinical Coordinator
Vibrant Home Health
05.2009 - 12.2009
- Continuously pursued professional development opportunities to stay current on best practices in the nursing field, ensuring optimal patient outcomes.
- Cared for wounds, provided treatments, and assisted with procedures.
- Evaluated patient histories, complaints, and current symptoms.
- Performed routine evaluations of each patient's status, needs, and preferences.
- Promoted a positive work environment among nursing staff through collaboration, open communication, and support.
- Managed time efficiently during busy shifts by multitasking effectively without compromising quality of care.
- Demonstrated strong clinical judgment by assessing symptoms quickly and prioritizing appropriate interventions accordingly.
- Streamlined documentation processes by maintaining accurate medical records through electronic charting systems.
Education
LVN License - Nursing
Dallas Nursing Institute
Dallas, TX05.2009
Skills
- Compassionate care
- Medication administration
- Diabetes management
- Clinical documentation
- Wound care
- Infection control
- Patient observation
- Pediatric care
- Vital signs monitoring
- Patient intake
- Healthcare software proficiency
- Nursing care planning
- Charting and documentation
Timeline
LVN Clinical Coordinator
Jordan Home Health
12.2010 - 05.2017
LVN
Hunt Regional Medical Center
01.2010 - Current
LVN Clinical Coordinator
Vibrant Home Health
05.2009 - 12.2009
LVN License - Nursing
Dallas Nursing Institute
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