John Adkins
Oklahoma City,OK
Summary
At Pensacola Health Partners-GBHR, I spearheaded quality improvement initiatives, enhancing patient satisfaction by over 20%. My leadership in nurse supervision and direct patient care, coupled with exceptional communication and problem-solving abilities, significantly reduced medication errors and fostered a positive work environment.
Seasoned LPN nurse supervisor with expertise in Long term care. Skilled nursing unit management care. Work effectively within interdisciplinary teams to develop, implement and adjust interventions.
Experienced with patient care and team leadership. Utilizes critical thinking and clinical skills to improve patient outcomes. Knowledge of healthcare regulations and staff coordination, ensuring smooth operations and quality care.
Talented Licensed Practical Nurse Supervisor with 6 years of experience. Oversees and optimizes unit operations with self-directed and hands-on approach. Skilled at monitoring staff actions, completing patient checks and updating logs.
Overview
7
7
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Licensed Practical Nurse Supervisor
Pensacola Health Partners-GBHR
05.2017 - 12.2023
- Maintained high standards of safety by regularly inspecting equipment, supplies, and facilities for cleanliness and functionality.
- Led team meetings to discuss patient progress, review new policies or procedures, and strategize ways to improve overall department performance.
- Developed individualized care plans to address each patient''s specific needs, promoting overall well-being and recovery.
- Helped to develop, improve and implement nursing policies and procedures.
- Ensured proper documentation of all nursing activities for accurate record-keeping and compliance with regulations.
- Managed inventory control processes efficiently which maintained an adequate supply of essential medical items while minimizing waste or overstock situations.
- Facilitated seamless shift transitions by establishing clear handoff procedures between incoming and outgoing nursing staff members.
- Promoted a positive work environment through effective conflict resolution strategies among nursing staff members when necessary.
- Scheduled staff and delegated work assignments.
- Streamlined communication between interdisciplinary teams to provide a consistent level of care for patients.
- Coordinated with other departments within the healthcare facility to ensure a seamless continuum of care for patients by addressing any gaps or barriers in service delivery.
- Oversaw medication passes and all direct patient care.
- Implemented quality improvement initiatives that led to increased levels of patient satisfaction with their overall care experience at the facility.
- Reduced instances of medication errors by implementing strict protocols for double-checking dosages and potential interactions.
- Maintained medication room in full compliance with government and facility requirements.
- Evaluated emerging trends in nursing practice to continuously update knowledge base, skills, and best practices within the supervisory role.
- Improved patient care by ensuring timely and accurate administration of medications and treatments.
- Evaluated and improved team member performance through coaching and training.
- Provided compassionate support to patients and their families during difficult times, serving as a key resource in addressing concerns or questions about the treatment process.
- Increased efficiency in daily operations by delegating tasks to LPNs based on their skill sets and competencies.
- Conducted regular audits on patient files, ensuring all documentation was up-to-date and compliant with state and federal regulations.
- Collaborated with healthcare providers to develop appropriate discharge plans that ensured continuity of care after leaving the facility.
- Administered medications and injections to patients.
- Monitored patient health conditions to report changes to assigned physician.
- Assessed patients' temperature, pulse, and blood pressure and recorded in electronic medical records.
- Delivered emotional support to patients and families during challenging times.
- Responded to patient requests with appropriate clinical and personal assistance.
- Provided patient education on health care issues and prescribed medications.
- Worked with multidisciplinary team to carry out successful treatment plans for diverse acute and chronic conditions.
- Evaluated patient histories, complaints, and current symptoms.
- Clearly and thoroughly explained diagnoses, treatment options and procedures to patients and loved ones, checking in to verify understanding.
- Took samples to complete diagnostic and routine assessment tests.
- Coordinated patient transfers to other facilities.
- Helped patients complete bathing, dressing and eating.
- Helped long-term care residents with bathing, dressing, feeding, and other daily living activities.
- Protected patients and healthcare team members from infection by sterilizing equipment and reusable supplies.
- Provided diagnosis information, treatment possibilities, disease management tips and wound care advice to patients, loved ones and caregivers.
- Developed and implemented individualized patient care plans.
- Supported diagnoses by taking blood samples from patients for laboratory testing.
- Circulated assigned floor to measure and record patients' fluid and food levels, implementing measures to promote healthy intake and output as necessary.
Education
LVN/LPN - Nursing
North Arkansas Colledge
Harrison, AR05-2008
GED -
Lamar High School
Lamar, AR07-1988
Skills
- Nurse leadership
- Direct patient care
- HIPAA compliance
- Wound care
- Team management
- Emergency call response
- Patient care coordination
- Assessment skills
- Care planning
- Documentation
- Quality improvement
- New employee orientations
- Staff training
- Policy enforcement
- Continuing education
- Scheduling proficiency
- Staff scheduling
- Procedure implementation
- Clinical supervision
- Assessing residents
- Order transcription
- Passing medications
- Wound care management
- Unit support
- Nurse supervision
- Coordinating unit operations
- Distributing medications
- Standards of care
- Critical thinking
- Excellent communication
- Vital signs monitoring
- Adaptable and flexible
- Patient care
- Basic life support
- Multitasking
- Cleaning and sanitizing
- Problem-solving abilities
- Time management
- Responsible and dependable
- Dementia knowledge and care
- Multitasking Abilities
- Reliability
- CPR certification
- Strong clinical judgment
- Nursing staff supervision
- Procedure explanation
- Interpersonal communication
- Patient positioning and transporting
- Call answering and assistance
- Care plan development
- Professionalism
Certification
- Licensed Practical Nurse (LPN) - Arkansas Board of Nursing.
- Long-Term Care Certification for LPNs/LVNs – Various Continuing Education Providers.
- Advanced Cardiovascular Life Support (ACLS) - American Heart Association.
- Psychiatric-Mental Health Nursing Certificate – American Nurses Credentialing Center.
- Basic Life Support (BLS) Certification - American Heart Association.
- Certified IV Therapist (CIT) - Infusion Nurses Society.
Timeline
Licensed Practical Nurse Supervisor
Pensacola Health Partners-GBHR
05.2017 - 12.2023
- Licensed Practical Nurse (LPN) - Arkansas Board of Nursing.
- Long-Term Care Certification for LPNs/LVNs – Various Continuing Education Providers.
- Advanced Cardiovascular Life Support (ACLS) - American Heart Association.
- Psychiatric-Mental Health Nursing Certificate – American Nurses Credentialing Center.
- Basic Life Support (BLS) Certification - American Heart Association.
- Certified IV Therapist (CIT) - Infusion Nurses Society.
LVN/LPN - Nursing
North Arkansas Colledge
GED -
Lamar High School
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