Joe Stanford
Newton,KS
Summary
Proven LPN Charge Nurse with a track record of optimizing staff productivity at Presbyterian Manor through effective delegation and critical thinking. Skilled in vital signs monitoring and geriatric care, consistently enhancing patient safety and satisfaction. Demonstrates compassionate care and clinical decision-making prowess, significantly contributing to care continuity and patient well-being.
Overview
5
5
years of professional experience
Work History
LPN Charge Nurse
Presbyterian Manor
05.2024 - Current
- Delegated tasks effectively, optimizing staff productivity and maintaining a well-organized nursing unit.
- Utilized critical thinking skills to make sound clinical decisions in high-pressure situations, minimizing risks and ensuring patient safety.
- Documented vitals and medical histories in patient charts when assessing patients and communicated patient information to physicians and other nurses for care continuity.
LPN Charge Nurse
The Cedars, Inc.
09.2023 - 04.2024
- Assessed patients' temperature, pulse, and blood pressure and recorded in electronic medical records.
- Delegated tasks effectively, optimizing staff productivity and maintaining a well-organized nursing unit.
- Administered medications and injections to patients.
- Evaluated patient histories, complaints, and current symptoms.
LPN Charge Nurse
Pine Village
09.2022 - 09.2023
- Helped long-term care residents with bathing, dressing, feeding, and other daily living activities.
- Reviewed patient history to verify conditions and current medications.
- Delivered emotional support to patients and families during challenging times.
- Administered medications and injections to patients.
- Delegated tasks effectively, optimizing staff productivity and maintaining a well-organized nursing unit.
Agency LPN/CNA/CMA
Trinity and SFT Medical
10.2021 - 09.2022
- Enhanced patient care by providing thorough assessments, vital sign monitoring, and administering medications as prescribed.
- Delivered high-quality nursing care across diverse settings such as long-term care facilities, rehabilitation centers, home health agencies, or outpatient clinics depending on agency placement needs.
- Obtained patient vital signs and input/output measurements from inpatients.
CNA/CMA
McPherson Health And Rehab
10.2020 - 03.2022
- Assisted patients with daily living activities, promoting independence and dignity.
- Checked patient vitals such as temperature, blood pressure, and blood sugar levels.
- Promoted good oral and personal hygiene by aiding patients with shaving, bathing, and teeth brushing.
- Enhanced patient satisfaction by providing compassionate and attentive care.
CNA
Presbyterian Manor
12.2019 - 03.2020
- Assisted patients with daily living activities, promoting independence and dignity.
- Promoted good oral and personal hygiene by aiding patients with shaving, bathing, and teeth brushing.
- Enhanced patient satisfaction by providing compassionate and attentive care.
- Checked patient vitals such as temperature, blood pressure, and blood sugar levels.
Education
No Degree - Certificate LPN IV
Hutchinson Community College
Hutchinson, KS05.2022
Medical Specialist
U.S. Army
Ft. Sam Houston03.1988
High School Diploma -
Newton High School
Newton,Ks05.1983
Skills
- Vital signs monitoring
- Nursing Documentation
- Geriatric Care
- End of life care
Timeline
LPN Charge Nurse
Presbyterian Manor
05.2024 - Current
LPN Charge Nurse
The Cedars, Inc.
09.2023 - 04.2024
LPN Charge Nurse
Pine Village
09.2022 - 09.2023
Agency LPN/CNA/CMA
Trinity and SFT Medical
10.2021 - 09.2022
CNA/CMA
McPherson Health And Rehab
10.2020 - 03.2022
CNA
Presbyterian Manor
12.2019 - 03.2020
No Degree - Certificate LPN IV
Hutchinson Community College
Medical Specialist
U.S. Army
High School Diploma -
Newton High School
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