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Joni Dickman

Coon Rapids ,IA

Summary

Healthcare professional with proven track record in delivering high-quality patient care and medical support. Skilled in collaborating with healthcare teams to ensure optimal patient outcomes and adapt to evolving medical needs. Known for reliability, adaptability, and strong problem-solving abilities.

Overview

14
14
years of professional experience

Work History

LPN

Thomas Rest Haven
08.2024 - Current
  • Utilized time management skills to prioritize tasks effectively, allowing for efficient completion of daily responsibilities.
  • Maintained accurate documentation of all relevant clinical data, ensuring compliance with regulatory standards.
  • Implemented infection control measures, ensuring a clean and safe environment for patients and staff.
  • Managed patient care through closely monitoring respiration, blood pressure, and blood glucose levels.
  • Assisted with admissions, appointments, transfers, and discharges.
  • Adhered to treatment plan instructions when administering medications and treatments to patients.
  • Participated in ongoing professional development opportunities to enhance knowledge base and skillset as an LPN.
  • Provided emotional support to patients and families during difficult times, fostering positive relationships built on trust and compassion.
  • Provided compassionate end-of-life care, ensuring that patients were comfortable and families felt supported during the process.
  • Monitored patient health conditions to report changes to assigned physician.

Medical Lab Assistant

Manning Regional Healthcare Center
03.2023 - 07.2024
  • Maintained a clean work environment by following strict sanitation protocols reducing the risk of contamination or cross-contamination between samples.
  • Enhanced patient care by maintaining accurate records of lab results and communicating with medical professionals.
  • Increased lab safety by strictly adhering to guidelines for chemical storage, waste disposal, and handling of biohazardous materials.
  • Adapted quickly to changing demands by effectively managing multiple tasks while maintaining a high level of quality control.
  • Expedited patient diagnosis with timely completion of Phlebotomy tasks, including blood draw preparation and specimen labeling.
  • Assisted in the development of new laboratory protocols, resulting in improved testing methods and accuracy.
  • Reduced turnaround time for test results by prioritizing tasks and working efficiently in a high-volume environment.

Certified Nursing Assistant

Thomas Rest Haven
03.2011 - 01.2024
  • Provided high-quality personal care services such as bathing, grooming, dressing, and feeding to ensure patient dignity.
  • Assisted patients with daily living activities for enhanced comfort and wellbeing.
  • Checked patient vitals such as temperature, blood pressure, and blood sugar levels.
  • Maintained a clean, safe environment by sanitizing surfaces, changing linens, and disposing of waste properly.
  • Answered call lights and supported patient comfort and safety by adjusting bed rails and equipment.
  • Improved patient care quality by monitoring and recording vital signs, fluid intake, and output.
  • Prevented pressure ulcers development through frequent turning, repositioning of patients, and diligent skin assessments.
  • Assisted with feeding and monitored intake to help patients achieve nutritional objectives.
  • Promoted independence in patients through walking exercises or assisting them with mobility devices like walkers or wheelchairs.
  • Built rapport with patients and families, providing emotional support during difficult times.

Education

Licensed Practical Nursing - Nursing

Western Iowa Tech Community College
Sioux City, IA
05-2024

Skills

  • Medication administration
  • Vital signs monitoring
  • Medical documentation
  • Geriatric nursing
  • Compassionate care
  • Catheter care
  • Infection control
  • Diabetes management
  • End-of-life care
  • Rehabilitation nursing
  • Patient documentation
  • Direct patient care
  • Care planning

Timeline

LPN

Thomas Rest Haven
08.2024 - Current

Medical Lab Assistant

Manning Regional Healthcare Center
03.2023 - 07.2024

Certified Nursing Assistant

Thomas Rest Haven
03.2011 - 01.2024

Licensed Practical Nursing - Nursing

Western Iowa Tech Community College

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