Dedicated Licensed Practical Nurse committed to continuous learning and patient-centered care, demonstrating flexibility and compassion in all interactions.
Overview
9
9
years of professional experience
Work History
Licensed Practical Nurse
Gateway Vista
Lincoln, NE
03.2024 - Current
Licensed Practical Nurse
Ridgewood Rehab and Care
Seward, NE
07.2023 - 03.2024
Licensed Practical Nurse
Lrs Healthcare
Lincoln, NE
04.2023 - 07.2023
Licensed Practical Nurse
Hillcrest Firethorn-Lincoln
Lincoln
05.2022 - 04.2023
Licensed Practical Nurse
Madonna Rehabilitation Hospital
Lincoln
11.2019 - 05.2022
Licensed Practical Nurse
Tabitha in Crete
Crete
01.2019 - 11.2019
Performed comprehensive wound dressing and care, including management of wound vacs.
Administered G-tube feedings and performed related care.
Conducted catheter care, including insertion and removal of suprapubic, indwelling, and intermittent catheters.
Provided ostomy and urostomy care with attention to patient comfort.
Administered medications accurately to ensure patient safety and compliance.
Delivered compassionate palliative and hospice care to improve patient quality of life.
Assisted patients with personal hygiene, including bathing, dressing, grooming, and toileting needs.
Documented assessments and monitored changes in patient conditions for timely interventions.
Provided emotional support to patients and their families during challenging times.
Coordinated scheduling of follow-up appointments with primary care providers.
Addressed patient care needs, collected vitals, dressed wounds and managed catheters.
Conducted 1:1 shifts with behavioral health patients to ensure safety and support.
Assisted dependent patients with bed baths and showering to maintain personal hygiene.
Provided ventilator and tracheostomy care under supervision of RN and respiratory therapist.
Certified Nursing Assistant
Old Cheney Rehabilitation
Lincoln, NE
07.2018 - 01.2019
Completed nursing school during unemployment period from March 2018 to July 2018
Certified Nursing Assistant
Southlake Village Rehab
Lincoln, NE
12.2015 - 03.2018
Enhanced patient outcomes through collaboration with therapy teams.
Communicated therapeutically with family members to support patient care.
Notified nursing staff of patient changes and new concerns, including skin breakdown.
Documented patient information accurately through charting and filing processes.
Collaborated with physicians, therapists, families, and nursing staff to ensure holistic care.
Assisted patients with ambulation using appropriate safety equipment.
Provided compassionate care and communication surrounding death and dying issues.
Measured and recorded food and liquid intake, reporting changes to medical staff.
Education
Licensed Practical Nursing -
Southeast Community College
Beatrice, Nebraska
06.2018
Health science international medical relief team -
SCC Educational Experience Abroad
Guatemala
06.2018
Skills
Patient assessments
Critical thinking
Time management
Effective communication
Team collaboration
Emotional support
Responsible and dependable
Empathetic and compassionate
Staff supervision
Professionalism
Patient advocacy
Staff direction and task delegation
Teamwork
Timeline
Licensed Practical Nurse
Gateway Vista
03.2024 - Current
Licensed Practical Nurse
Ridgewood Rehab and Care
07.2023 - 03.2024
Licensed Practical Nurse
Lrs Healthcare
04.2023 - 07.2023
Licensed Practical Nurse
Hillcrest Firethorn-Lincoln
05.2022 - 04.2023
Licensed Practical Nurse
Madonna Rehabilitation Hospital
11.2019 - 05.2022
Licensed Practical Nurse
Tabitha in Crete
01.2019 - 11.2019
Certified Nursing Assistant
Old Cheney Rehabilitation
07.2018 - 01.2019
Certified Nursing Assistant
Southlake Village Rehab
12.2015 - 03.2018
Licensed Practical Nursing -
Southeast Community College
Health science international medical relief team -
Non-Commissioned Officer In Charge of Base Operational Medicine Clinic at U.S. Air ForceNon-Commissioned Officer In Charge of Base Operational Medicine Clinic at U.S. Air Force