Enthusiastic experienced LPN with excellent people skills and dedicated work ethic. With the ability to perform multiple job positions, while implementing my strong belief in Team work to complete great efficient quality care in a timely manner.
Overview
19
19
years of professional experience
Work History
LPN Wound Care Nurse/Staff Nurse
Lincolnton Rehab Center
01.2019 - 02.2024
Improved patient outcomes by providing specialized wound care and implementing treatment plans.
Collaborated with interdisciplinary teams to ensure comprehensive care for patients with complex wounds.
Educated patients and families on wound care management, promoting continuity of care at home.
Streamlined documentation processes, allowing for better communication among healthcare professionals and improved patient tracking.
Conducted thorough assessments of wounds to determine the appropriate course of treatment.
Promoted skin integrity through diligent monitoring and prevention measures such as pressure relief positioning and moisture management.
Skillfully managed time-sensitive situations like acute or infected wounds requiring immediate intervention or referral to specialists if necessary.
Provided support throughout the healing process by regularly reassessing wounds, adjusting treatment plans as needed, and addressing concerns from patients or their families.
Collaborated with healthcare team to implement interventions for wound healing and skin breakdown prevention.
Assessed and treated draining of wounds and burns.
Implemented plans to prevent pressure ulcers and other wound developments.
Treated and carefully tended to vascular and diabetic ulcers.
Provided post-surgery treatment and care for patients with ostomies.
LPN Staff Nurse/LPN Wound Care Nurse
Cardinal Health And Rehab
03.2017 - 12.2018
Improved patient outcomes by providing high-quality nursing care and closely monitoring vital signs.
Enhanced patient satisfaction levels through effective communication and empathetic listening skills.
Reduced medication errors by accurately administering medications and diligently verifying patient information.
Collaborated with interdisciplinary healthcare teams to develop comprehensive care plans for patients.
Implemented infection control measures, ensuring a clean and safe environment for patients and staff.
Conducted thorough patient assessments to identify medical needs and develop appropriate treatment plans.
Facilitated smooth transitions from acute care settings to long-term care facilities or home environments.
Assisted in the management of chronic health conditions by providing education, support, and follow-up care.
LPN Staff Nurse/ Weekend Supervisor
ZephyrHaven Health and Rehab
07.2014 - 01.2017
As a weekend supervisor i was responsible for a 120 bed facility including staff, along with 20 assigned patients care and medication administration. i reported to the on call supervisor and Director of Nursing of any issues or concerns. Daily job duties included patient observations, ADL's, medication and treatment administration, charting, obtaining Vitals, transcribing/receiving orders from Doctor/ARNP.
LPN
Staff America/Corizon
08.2012 - 07.2014
Provided care for Inmates in Florida Department of corrections, Including Pill Line, Doctor's clinic, Sick call, Infirmary, and Emergencies. Performed observations and evaluations of new intakes from county facilities. Assist Doctor's with procedures as needed. Receive and transcribe new orders/treatments daily. Referred Inmate's to Mental Health, Dental, Optometry or other specialty departments as needed. Account for Narcotics and sharps at all times, order Medications and receive deliveries from pharmacy as needed.
LPN
HPH Hospice
07.2007 - 07.2012
Primary job was providing Palliative care to terminal diagnosed Patients in the Hospice care center. Crossed trained in Hospital Liaison, Field team providing home visits to multiple clients each shift, and the Hospice house for patients with greater than 3 months prognosis. In the Hospice Care center i provided daily hands on patient care with medication administration for out of control acute, chronic or new onset symptoms, with daily one on one with Doctor for updating POC, receiving/transcribing new orders, discharge planning as needed. Reinforced education with patients and family members on disease process with prognosis as stated by Physician.
Staff LPN
ZephyrHaven Health and Rehab
03.2005 - 07.2008
Staff nurse with 20 patient assignment, Administered medications and treatments as ordered by physician or Physician assistant, Order medication from pharmacy as needed, Order and obtain diagnostic test.
Education
Licenesed Pratical Nurse - Nursing
Pasco Hernando State College
New Port Richey, FL
2004
Skills
Patient and family advocacy
Geriatric Treatment Knowledge
Patient-Centered Focus
Infection Control
Hospice and palliative care experience
Ability to multitask with patient/staff management
Timeline
LPN Wound Care Nurse/Staff Nurse
Lincolnton Rehab Center
01.2019 - 02.2024
LPN Staff Nurse/LPN Wound Care Nurse
Cardinal Health And Rehab
03.2017 - 12.2018
LPN Staff Nurse/ Weekend Supervisor
ZephyrHaven Health and Rehab
07.2014 - 01.2017
LPN
Staff America/Corizon
08.2012 - 07.2014
LPN
HPH Hospice
07.2007 - 07.2012
Staff LPN
ZephyrHaven Health and Rehab
03.2005 - 07.2008
Licenesed Pratical Nurse - Nursing
Pasco Hernando State College
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