Experienced Licensed Practical Nurse specializing in direct patient care, infection control, and patient assessments. Proven ability to implement care plans and mentor nursing staff, enhancing team performance and patient safety standards.
Overview
12
12
years of professional experience
Work History
Licensed Practical Nurse
Harrison Crossing
Terre Haute, IN
11.2014 - Current
Administered medications and monitored patient vitals to ensure optimal health outcomes.
Assisted in developing personalized care plans in collaboration with healthcare teams.
Trained and mentored new nursing staff on best practices and procedures.
Implemented infection control protocols to enhance patient safety standards.
Conducted routine assessments, documenting changes in patient conditions accurately.
Facilitated effective communication between patients, families, and medical teams to improve care coordination.
Managed inventory of medical supplies, ensuring availability for daily operations.
Cared for wounds, provided treatments, and assisted with procedures.
Assisted with admissions, appointments, transfers, and discharges.
Demonstrated excellent technical skills in wound dressing changes, IV therapy administration, catheter insertion, and other routine nursing procedures.
Managed patient care through closely monitoring respiration, blood pressure, and blood glucose levels.
Provided compassionate palliative care for terminally ill patients while supporting their emotional needs during end-of-life stages.
Gathered lab specimens, ordered testing, and interpreted results to diagnose patients.