Jennifer Potter-Thiel
Hibbing,MN
Summary
Experienced Licensed Practical Nurse with strong competencies in geriatric care and chronic disease management. Known for delivering quality patient care and advocating for patient needs to enhance overall well-being.
Overview
25
25
years of professional experience
Work History
Licensed Practical Nurse
Waterview Woods
Eveleth, MN
04.2013 - Current
- Administered medications and monitored patient responses for optimal health outcomes.
- Assisted with daily living activities to enhance patient comfort and independence.
- Collaborated with healthcare teams to develop and implement individualized care plans.
- Educated patients and families on treatment options, promoting informed decision-making.
- Managed patient care through closely monitoring respiration, blood pressure, and blood glucose levels.
- Managed time-sensitive tasks effectively under pressure while maintaining composure during critical situations or emergencies.
- Administered controlled narcotics, inserted IVs, and performed catheterizations.
- Comforted and counseled patients and families throughout care process.
- Evaluated patients to identify and address wounds, behavioral concerns, and medically relevant symptoms.
Licensed Practical Nurse
Cornerstone Villa
Buhl, MN
10.2006 - 04.2013
- Trained and mentored junior nursing staff in best practices and patient care standards.
- Streamlined medication administration processes, improving efficiency in care delivery.
- Conducted routine assessments to ensure compliance with health regulations and protocols.
- Advocated for patient needs, fostering trust and enhancing overall patient experience.
- Cared for wounds, provided treatments, and assisted with procedures.
- Performed routine evaluations of each patient's status, needs, and preferences.
- Delivered culturally competent care that respected diverse patient populations'' unique values, beliefs, and traditions.
- Ensured regulatory compliance by adhering to infection control protocols and maintaining accurate documentation of patient data.
Certified Nursing Assistant
Fairview Range Medical Center
Hibbing, MN
06.2003 - 10.2006
- Assisted patients with daily living activities, ensuring comfort and dignity.
- Monitored vital signs and reported changes to nursing staff promptly.
- Provided high-quality personal care services such as bathing, grooming, dressing, and feeding to ensure patient dignity.
- Maintained a clean, safe environment by sanitizing surfaces, changing linens, and disposing of waste properly.
- Answered call lights and supported patient comfort and safety by adjusting bed rails and equipment.
- Promoted good oral and personal hygiene by aiding patients with shaving, bathing, and teeth brushing.
- Utilized therapeutic communication, empathy and active listening skills to encourage and develop positive relationships with patients.
Dental Assistant
Chisholm Dental Service
Chisholm, MN
06.2001 - 04.2003
- Assisted in chairside procedures, ensuring patient comfort and safety during dental treatments.
- Managed sterilization of instruments and maintained a clean, organized workspace to uphold infection control standards.
- Prepared treatment rooms with necessary tools and materials to facilitate efficient patient care.
- Educated patients on post-treatment care and oral hygiene practices to promote long-term dental health.
- Cleaned and sanitized dental tools and equipment, straightened treatment rooms, and restocked supplies to prep for next patient and maintain health and safety practices.
- Maintained a clean and sterile work environment to prevent cross-contamination and infection.
- Sanitized trays, instruments, and surfaces for clean dental office setting and patient safety.
- Provided chairside assistance during examinations, improving dentist efficiency and patient satisfaction.
- Performed x-rays safely while adhering to radiation safety guidelines, ensuring high-quality diagnostic images for dentists'' evaluations.
- Prepared and arranged instruments, medications, and required materials for dental procedures.
- Assisted dentists with complex procedures, ensuring optimal patient care and treatment outcomes.
- Assisted dentists, hygienists, and other personnel by handing appropriate tools and supplies needed for procedures.
Education
Associate of Science - Registered Nurse
Northwest Technical
Bemidji, MN05.2027
Diploma in Practical Nursing - Licensed Practical Nurse
Minnesota North
Eveleth, MN05.2006
Associate of Arts - General Studies
Minnesota North
Hibbing, MN05.2003
Registered Dental Assistant - Dental Assistant
Minnesota North
Hibbing, MN05.2001
Skills
- Wound care
- Geriatric care
- Patient care
- Medication dispensing
- Diabetes management
- Immunization administration
- Infection control
- Family communication
- Catheter care
- Breathing treatments
- Emergency response
- Preventive care
- Transcribing orders
- Palliative care
- Staff supervision
- Chronic disease management
- End-of-life care
- Pain management
- Psychotropic medications
- Charting and recording
Timeline
Licensed Practical Nurse
Waterview Woods
04.2013 - Current
Licensed Practical Nurse
Cornerstone Villa
10.2006 - 04.2013
Certified Nursing Assistant
Fairview Range Medical Center
06.2003 - 10.2006
Dental Assistant
Chisholm Dental Service
06.2001 - 04.2003
Associate of Science - Registered Nurse
Northwest Technical
Diploma in Practical Nursing - Licensed Practical Nurse
Minnesota North
Associate of Arts - General Studies
Minnesota North
Registered Dental Assistant - Dental Assistant
Minnesota North