Jennifer Lynn Clark
Brattleboro,Vermont
Summary
Enthusiastic LPN with wide range of qualifications eager to contribute to team success through hard work, commitment, attention to detail and excellent communication skills. Experienced with clear understanding of In-Patient psychiatric Care, training in CPI, EMS, phlebotomy and experience managing behavioral emergencies. Motivated to learn, grow, excel and succeed in the Mental Health care setting.
Overview
15
15
years of professional experience
Work History
In-Home Healthcare Provider
Self-employeed
Brattleboro, VT
04.2020 - Current
- Observe, review and amend Plan of Care, identify client needs, educate family about recommended procedures and care options
- Assist with client personal care needs to foster independence and well-being to support continued living at home safely
- Oversee medications, doctor appointments, meal planning, hygiene, housekeeping, transportation, laundry and joyful activities
Residential Care Manager
Thompson House Rehabilitation & Nursing Center
Brattleboro, Vermont
04.2018 - 11.2020
- Led and motivated 10 Medical Technicians through supervision, training and oversight of 17 bed facility
- Collaborated with multi-disciplinary staff and department heads to improve overall patient care, maintain records, review census, and promote regulatory compliance
- Responsible for medication reconciliation directly working with remote pharmacy and medical supply purchases
Staff LPN Emerging Adult Unit
Brattleboro Retreat
Brattleboro, Vermont
07.2015 - 03.2018
- Contributed to multidisciplinary care team with Medication administration, assessment, planning, implementation and evaluation of therapeutic care and intervention under RN, APRN, PA supervision
- Observed and documented patient progress specific to treatment plan goals and medication side effects
- Conducted daily effective ACT based Mindfulness groups, off unit group activities, contraband and safety checks
- Float LPN; Admissions Coordinator, Med Clinic, experienced T4, T3, T2 and O2, performed phlebotomy and EKG's upon admission orders
Charge Nurse 2nd Floor
Thompson House Nursing Home
Brattleboro, VT
06.2008 - 07.2015
- Directed day to day patient care and nursing interventions within 26-bed SNF, LTC and PT rehabilitation unit
- Coordinated and performed patient admissions, transfers and discharges, transposed physician orders, responsible for unit regulatory compliance
- Attended daily department head meetings, assisted with family care planning, staff and patient education
Education
Practical Nursing -
Vermont Technical College
Randolph Center, VT06.2008
Bussiness - Business Administration And Management
Greenfield Community College
Greenfield, MA06.1989
Skills
- Treatment Planning
- Crisis Intervention
- Emergency Response
- Patient Care Assessment
- IV and Phlebotomy
- Team Management
Other Relevant Training
National Registry EMT- Intermediate Advanced Life Support 1993 - 2002
Phlebotomy Course Certificate of Competency Health Direct Pharmacy
IV & Phlebotomy Training Vermont Technical College 2008
EKG Tech Brattleboro Memorial Hospital 1990
CPR & AED Certified BLS for Healthcare providers American Heart Association
Timeline
In-Home Healthcare Provider
Self-employeed
04.2020 - Current
Residential Care Manager
Thompson House Rehabilitation & Nursing Center
04.2018 - 11.2020
Staff LPN Emerging Adult Unit
Brattleboro Retreat
07.2015 - 03.2018
Charge Nurse 2nd Floor
Thompson House Nursing Home
06.2008 - 07.2015
Practical Nursing -
Vermont Technical College
Bussiness - Business Administration And Management
Greenfield Community College