Josie Olander
Twin Falls,ID
Summary
Dynamic LPN Charge Nurse with extensive experience at Bridgeview Estates, recognized for enhancing patient care through effective care plan development and critical thinking. Proven ability to lead nursing staff, ensuring compliance with protocols while fostering a compassionate environment. Skilled in medication administration and committed to quality improvement, delivering exceptional patient support.
Knowledgeable in Geriatrics Nursing with background as LPN Charge Nurse. Managed patient care efficiently and supported medical teams in delivering high-quality healthcare. Demonstrated leadership and critical thinking in high-pressure environments.
Experienced with patient care management and team leadership in nursing setting. Utilizes critical thinking and problem-solving skills to ensure optimal patient outcomes. Track record of effective communication and collaboration with healthcare teams.
Skilled nursing professional with strong background in patient care and team leadership. Proven ability to manage healthcare teams and ensure high standards of care. Adept at coordinating with medical staff, adapting to changing needs, and prioritizing patient outcomes. Known for strong communication, critical thinking, and problem-solving skills.
Overview
14
14
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
LPN Charge Nurse
Bridgeview Estates
07.2016 - 10.2025
- Supervised nursing staff to ensure high-quality patient care and adherence to protocols.
- Developed and implemented care plans tailored to individual patient needs and conditions.
- Coordinated communication between healthcare teams, patients, and families to enhance care continuity.
- Trained new nursing staff on best practices, policies, and emergency procedures for optimal performance.
- Conducted regular assessments of patient conditions and adjusted care strategies accordingly for improved outcomes.
- Managed medication administration processes ensuring accuracy and compliance with regulations.
- Led quality improvement initiatives aimed at enhancing patient satisfaction and operational efficiency.
- 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.
- Assembled and used equipment such as catheters, tracheotomy tubes, or oxygen suppliers to effectively manage patient care.
- Utilized critical thinking skills to make sound clinical decisions in high-pressure situations, minimizing risks and ensuring patient safety.
- Analyzed patient assessments and laboratory data to bring any issues to attention of physicians.
- Served as charge nurse, caring for patients with serious illnesses.
- Provided compassionate end-of-life care, supporting patients and their families through difficult times.
- Documented vitals and medical histories in patient charts when assessing patients and communicated patient information to physicians and other nurses for care continuity.
- Promoted continuity of care by thoroughly documenting shift-to-shift communication in nursing reports.
- Promoted patient independence by teaching self-care skills and explaining conditions and medications.
- Managed complex wound care cases, applying advanced knowledge of wound healing principles to achieve optimal results.
- Developed strong relationships with patients'' families, keeping them informed of progress reports and collaborating on decisions regarding their loved ones'' healthcare plans.
- Assisted physicians during procedures, demonstrating strong clinical knowledge and attention to detail for successful outcomes.
- Managed daily staff assignments and patient scheduling to guarantee clinic coverage and flow.
- Delivered direct quality care to patients by evaluating medical conditions and managing and assessing treatments.
- Updated patient medical records with services provided, health conditions, and response to treatments using [Software].
- Improved infection control measures by closely monitoring staff adherence to proper hand hygiene protocols.
- Served as a mentor to new nurses, fostering a positive work environment and promoting professional growth.
- Increased patient satisfaction scores by consistently providing exceptional customer service and addressing concerns promptly.
- Administered medications and injections to patients.
- Monitored patient health conditions to report changes to assigned physician.
- 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.
- Supported diagnoses by taking blood samples from patients for laboratory testing.
- Took samples to complete diagnostic and routine assessment tests.
- Evaluated patient histories, complaints, and current symptoms.
- Coordinated patient transfers to other facilities.
- Reviewed patient history to verify conditions and current medications.
- Helped patients complete bathing, dressing and eating.
- Helped long-term care residents with bathing, dressing, feeding, and other daily living activities.
- Clearly and thoroughly explained diagnoses, treatment options and procedures to patients and loved ones, checking in to verify understanding.
- Be sure HIPPA is imposed
- Notify Family, POA regarding resident new orders and health changes.
- Head to toe assessment, VS, Skin assessment
- Works DAY shift, Evening Shift & NOC shift-5 yrs.
- Helped the Facility when they needed extra hand, need extra Nurse.
LPN Charge Nurse
Lincoln County Care Center
01.2012 - 06.2016
- NOC Charge Nurse
- Circulated assigned floor to measure and record patients' fluid and food levels, implementing measures to promote healthy intake and output as necessary.
- Supervised nursing staff to ensure high-quality patient care and adherence to protocols.
- Enhanced patient care by conducting comprehensive assessments and developing individualized care plans.
- Trained new nursing staff on best practices, policies, and emergency procedures for optimal performance.
- Conducted regular assessments of patient conditions and adjusted care strategies accordingly for improved outcomes.
- Managed medication administration processes ensuring accuracy and compliance with regulations. By using Patient's right.
- Delegated tasks effectively, optimizing staff productivity and maintaining a well-organized nursing unit.
- Assembled and used equipment such as catheters, oxygen suppliers to effectively manage patient care.
- Utilized critical thinking skills to make sound clinical decisions in high-pressure situations, minimizing risks and ensuring patient safety.
- Served as charge nurse, caring for patients with serious illnesses.
- Provided compassionate end-of-life care, supporting patients and their families through difficult times.
- Promoted continuity of care by thoroughly documenting shift-to-shift communication in nursing reports.
- Promoted patient independence by teaching self-care skills and explaining conditions and medications.
- Developed strong relationships with patients'' families, keeping them informed of progress reports and collaborating on decisions regarding their loved ones'' healthcare plans.
- Monitored patient health conditions to report changes to assigned physician.
- Delivered emotional support to patients and families during challenging times.
- Evaluated patient histories, complaints, and current symptoms.
- Took samples to complete diagnostic and routine assessment tests.
LPN Charge Nurse
Mini Cassia Care Center
10.2011 - 03.2012
- NOC Charge Nurse
- Head to toe assessment
- VS, Skin Assessment
- Admission Assessment
- Maintained accurate medical records in accordance with established protocols, ensuring confidentiality of sensitive information at all times.
- Oversaw daily operations of the nursing unit, optimizing resource allocation and workflow management.
- Implemented evidence-based nursing practices to improve patient health and maintain compliance with regulatory standards.
- Collaborated with interdisciplinary team members to optimize patient outcomes and deliver high-quality care.
- Coordinated timely admissions, transfers, and discharges for efficient bed utilization within the nursing unit.
- Notify Doctors, family and Supervisors regarding resident health changes.
Education
Associate of Arts - License Practical Nurse
College of Southern Idaho
Twin Falls, ID07-2011
Associate of Science - Liberal Arts And Sciences
College of Southern Idaho
Twin Falls, ID06-2010
Skills
- Vital signs monitoring
- Nursing documentation
- Geriatric care
- End-of-life care
- Policy compliance
- Ethical practice
- Clinical judgment
- Quality improvement
- Care plan development
- Medication administration
- Patient charting
- Critical thinking
- Wound care
- Patient education
- Intravenous medications
- Dementia knowledge and care
- Specimen collection
- CPR/AED
- Responsible and dependable
- Infection control
- Physical assessments
- Nursing staff supervision
- Attention to detail
- HIPAA compliance
- Activities of daily living adls
- Patient support
- Wound dressing per MD orders
- Certified in CPR/AED
- Adaptable and flexible
- Strong clinical judgment
- Call answering and assistance
- Patient observation
- Nursing intervention evaluations
- Staff supervision
- Medical paperwork processing
- Procedure explanation
- Patient positioning and transporting
- Interdisciplinary team collaboration
- Quality assessments
- Conditions reporting
- Conflict resolution
- Analytical thinking
- Inventory assessment
- Equipment assembly
- Dietary requirements and restrictions
- Recordkeeping and maintenance
- Care planning and modifications
- Needs assessment
- Teamwork
- Teamwork and collaboration
- Patient care
- Basic life support
- Multitasking Abilities
- Organizational skills
- CPR certification
- Excellent communication
- Reliability
- Effective communication
- Active listening
- Team collaboration
Accomplishments
- Employee of the Month 2023
- Employee of the Month 2021
- Worked During Pandemic time
Certification
- Certified Employee of the Month 2023
- Certified Employee of the Month 2022.
Timeline
LPN Charge Nurse
Bridgeview Estates
07.2016 - 10.2025
LPN Charge Nurse
Lincoln County Care Center
01.2012 - 06.2016
LPN Charge Nurse
Mini Cassia Care Center
10.2011 - 03.2012
Associate of Arts - License Practical Nurse
College of Southern Idaho
Associate of Science - Liberal Arts And Sciences
College of Southern Idaho
Employee of the Month
Residents and fellow staff with nominate you as Employee of the Month. Doing your work above and beyond. It is an appreciation from your colleagues and at the same time from the residents. It is an honor to be nominated.