Janet Jordan
Washougal,WA
Summary
LPN with over 10 years experience. Critical thinking, accurate medication administration, IV administration, wound care and problem solving. Compassionate, passionate and detail oriented. I love what I do!
Overview
42
42
years of professional experience
Work History
Licensed Practical Nurse
Columbia Vent
Vancouver , WA
08.2023 - Current
- Administered patient medications and monitored reactions to ensure safety and effective treatment.
- Managed emergency situations promptly, ensuring adherence to established protocols and patient safety.
- Utilized catheters, tracheotomy tubes, and oxygen suppliers for patient care.
- Provided emotional support to patients, enhancing their well-being in a compassionate environment.
- Communicated effectively with family members and healthcare teams regarding patient care plans.
LPN Charge Nurse
Vancouver Specialty & Rehabilitative Care
Vancouver , WA
12.2023 - 08.2026
- Supervised nursing staff to ensure high-quality patient care delivery.
- Administered medications and monitored patient reactions effectively.
- Collaborated with interdisciplinary teams to implement patient-centered strategies that improved outcomes.
- Assessed patients' health conditions and monitored changes in their condition.
- Managed critical emergency situations to ensure patient safety.
- Ensured all safety protocols were followed during patient care.
- Identified potential problems or risks that could affect patient outcomes.
- Evaluated patient responses to treatments and interventions, documenting progress notes to inform ongoing care plans.
- Communicated effectively with patients, families, colleagues, and other healthcare professionals.
- Charted changes in patient conditions and discussed concerns with supervising healthcare provider.
- Maintained accurate medical records and documentation standards.
- Observed strict confidentiality and safeguarded all patient-related information.
- Delivered high-quality direct and indirect nursing care to patients.
LPN Charge Nurse
Cogir at Glenwood
Vancouver , WA
07.2023 - 10.2023
- Administered effective nursing interventions for patient well-being and indirect nursing care to patients.
- Administered medications and monitored patient reactions effectively.
- Ensured quality of care by administering medications accurately, inserting and managing catheters, dressing wounds, and assisting with personal hygiene.
- Monitored medication administration for accuracy, compliance, and effectiveness of treatment plan.
- Assessed patients' health conditions and monitored changes in their condition.
- Addressed emergency situations swiftly.
- Collaborated with interdisciplinary teams to enhance patient outcomes.
- Identified potential problems or risks that could affect patient outcomes.
- Ensured all safety protocols were followed during patient care.
- Communicated effectively with patients, families, colleagues, and other healthcare professionals.
- Fostered positive relationships among patients, families, and healthcare team to support holistic patient care.
- Maintained accurate medical records and documentation standards.
- Observed and reported changes in condition of patients and signs and symptoms of deviations from normal health status.
- Communicated with patients with compassion while keeping medical information private.
- Observed strict confidentiality and safeguarded all patient-related information.
- Managed daily staff schedules to enhance workflow and improve patient care delivery.
LPN
Davita
Portland, OR
07.2017 - 07.2019
- Administered medications and treatments according to established protocols, ensuring patient safety and adherence to care plans.
- Monitored patient's respiration, blood pressure, and blood glucose levels following medical administration to promptly identify and address any complications.
- Performed physical assessments, including vital signs and health history documentation.
- Maintained accurate patient records using electronic health record systems to support effective communication and continuity of care.
- Provided compassionate support to patients and families during treatment processes.
- Ensured compliance with safety and hygiene standards in patient care areas.
- Managed emergency situations promptly according to established protocols.
- Sterilized medical equipment and supplies with germicides, sterilizers and autoclaves.
LPN Charge Nurse
Hampton and Ashley Inn
Vancouver , WA
08.2016 - 07.2017
- Administered medications following established policies and legal standards to ensure patient safety.
- Administered medications and monitored patient reactions effectively.
- Managed emergency situations with urgency.
- Identified potential problems or risks that could affect patient outcomes.
- Evaluated patient responses to treatments and interventions and documented progress notes accordingly.
- Tracked and recorded changes in patient conditions to guide effective care decisions. in patient conditions and discussed concerns with supervising healthcare provider.
- Observed and reported changes in condition of patients and signs and symptoms of deviations from normal health status.
- Maintained accurate medical records and updated them regularly.
- Maintained accurate medical records and documentation standards.
- Communicated effectively with patients, families, colleagues, and other healthcare professionals.
- Promoted positive relationships between patients, families, visitors, physicians, nurses, volunteers.
- Communicated with patients with compassion while keeping medical information private.
Analyst III Claims Liaison
Regence Blue Cross and Blue Shield
Portland, OR
10.1984 - 09.2016
- Coordinated claims processing, achieving timely resolutions and increasing customer satisfaction.
- Supported customers by providing clear explanations of claim decisions and processes.
- Resolved customer disputes regarding claims processing, maintaining professionalism and fostering positive customer relationships.
- Processed claims according to established quality and production standards and made corrections and adjustments to solve problems.
- Addressed customer inquiries to provide information and explanations on coverage and terms, expediting claims.
- Coordinated benefits with medical insurance plans and Medicare providers.
- Reviewed medical bills for accuracy prior to submitting them for payment consideration.
- Assessed customer needs through direct interaction and feedback.
- Identified and implemented process improvements, enhancing operational efficiency across the organization.
- Oversaw quality control to identify inconsistencies and malfunctions.
- Utilized document management system to organize company files, keeping up-to-date and easily accessible data.
- Managed workload to meet or exceed productivity and quality standards.
- Participated in audits of claims files to ensure adherence to company policies.
- Adhered to state and federal regulations regarding insurance claims processing.
- Checked documentation for appropriate coding, catching errors and making revisions.
Education
LPN - LPN
Sumner College
Portland, OR02-2015
Skills
Medication administration
- Patient assessment
- Wound care management
- Emergency management
- Team collaboration
- Problem solving
- Emotional intelligence
Timeline
LPN Charge Nurse
Vancouver Specialty & Rehabilitative Care
12.2023 - 08.2026
Licensed Practical Nurse
Columbia Vent
08.2023 - Current
LPN Charge Nurse
Cogir at Glenwood
07.2023 - 10.2023
LPN
Davita
07.2017 - 07.2019
LPN Charge Nurse
Hampton and Ashley Inn
08.2016 - 07.2017
Analyst III Claims Liaison
Regence Blue Cross and Blue Shield
10.1984 - 09.2016
LPN - LPN
Sumner College