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Jennifer Hansen

Hyde Park

Summary

Dynamic Licensed Practical Nurse with a proven track record at Nuvance Health, excelling in medication administration and vital signs monitoring. Recognized for enhancing patient outcomes through effective communication and strong clinical judgment. Committed to continuous quality improvement and mentoring new staff to foster a collaborative healthcare environment.

Overview

15
15
years of professional experience

Work History

Licensed Practical Nurse

Nuvance Health
01.2010 - Current
  • Improved patient outcomes by administering medications, monitoring vital signs, and documenting relevant information.
  • Cared for wounds, provided treatments, and assisted with procedures.
  • Collaborated with interdisciplinary healthcare teams to ensure continuous quality improvement in patient care delivery.
  • Evaluated patient histories, complaints, and current symptoms.
  • Documented accurate and complete patient information to address patient problems and expected outcomes.
  • Responded to patient requests with appropriate clinical and personal assistance.
  • Managed patient care through closely monitoring respiration, blood pressure, and blood glucose levels.
  • Reviewed patient history to verify conditions and current medications.
  • Facilitated efficient communication between patients, families, and healthcare providers to promote continuity of care across settings.
  • Assessed patients' temperature, pulse, and blood pressure and recorded in electronic medical records.
  • Managed time-sensitive tasks effectively under pressure while maintaining composure during critical situations or emergencies.
  • Administered medications and injections to patients.
  • Mentored new nursing staff to enhance professional development opportunities within the team dynamic.
  • Assisted in management of patient flow in busy settings, reducing wait times and improving efficiency.
  • Gathered lab specimens, ordered testing, and interpreted results to diagnose patients.
  • Answered incoming phone calls from patients to provide basic assistance and triage medical concerns.
  • Maintained meticulous records of patient care, treatments, and progress, ensuring continuity of care.

Education

No Degree - Licensed Practical Nurse

Dutchess County Boces
Poughkeepsie, NY
06-2009

Skills

  • Medication administration
  • Vital signs monitoring
  • Clinical documentation
  • Vital signs
  • Immunization administration
  • Infection control
  • Family communication
  • Breathing treatments
  • Pulse oximetry tracking
  • Medication reconciliation
  • Certified in CPR/AED
  • Strong clinical judgment

Timeline

Licensed Practical Nurse

Nuvance Health
01.2010 - Current

No Degree - Licensed Practical Nurse

Dutchess County Boces
Jennifer Hansen