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Jill Kechem

Germantown,MD

Summary

Dedicated Charge Licensed Practical Nurse with expertise in patient advocacy and clinical judgment. Implemented improved patient care strategies and trained new staff, ensuring high-quality healthcare delivery.

Overview

16
16
years of professional experience

Work History

Charge Licensed Practical Nurse

Intelicare Health Service
Bethesda, Maryland
01.2022 - Current
  • Administered medications and treatments as prescribed by healthcare providers.
  • Directed implementation of improved patient care and documentation methods and procedures to achieve quality objectives.
  • Assisted in developing care plans tailored to individual patient needs.
  • Managed inventory of medical supplies and ensured proper storage protocols.
  • Trained new nursing staff on operational procedures and best practices.
  • Documented patient progress accurately in electronic health records systems.
  • Advocated for patients by respecting and supporting values, basic rights and beliefs.
  • Conducted daily rounds to assess patient condition and distribute medications.
  • Recorded patient medical history, vital statistics, and test results in medical records.
  • Used sterile techniques to prepare patients for procedures.
  • Implemented new floor assignments based on evaluation of staffing requirements.
  • Administered high consequence medications with exacting accuracy, monitoring patients for side effects and supporting patient comfort and comprehensive recovery.
  • Facilitated communication between patients, family members, and healthcare professionals.

Wellness Nurse

Sunrise Senior Assisted Living
Silver Spring, Maryland
01.2010 - Current
  • Educated residents and families on wellness practices and health management.
  • Administered medications and monitored residents' health conditions daily.
  • Conducted routine health assessments to identify potential issues early.
  • Maintained accurate health records and documentation for compliance purposes.
  • Provided emotional support to residents, fostering a positive living environment.
  • Maintained strict patient data procedures to comply with HIPAA laws and prevent information breaches.
  • Evaluated the effectiveness of treatments by assessing patient responses to interventions.
  • Maintained compliance with all relevant laws, regulations and guidelines related to healthcare delivery.

Education

Master of Science in Applied Economics -

University of Minnesota
Minneapolis, MN
05-2017

Associate of Science - Nursing

Montgomery College
Rockville, MD

Skills

  • Critical thinking
  • Effective communication
  • Attention to detail
  • Clinical judgment
  • Verbal and written communication
  • Care plan development
  • Healthcare regulations
  • Nursing operations supervision
  • Healthcare common procedure coding system HCPCS

Timeline

Charge Licensed Practical Nurse

Intelicare Health Service
01.2022 - Current

Wellness Nurse

Sunrise Senior Assisted Living
01.2010 - Current

Master of Science in Applied Economics -

University of Minnesota

Associate of Science - Nursing

Montgomery College
Jill Kechem