Julie Cepeda
Bracey,VA
Summary
Compassionate licensed practical nurse with expertise in patient assessment, medication administration, and care plan development. Demonstrated ability to ensure compliance with health regulations and facilitate effective patient care coordination. Proven track record of enhancing patient outcomes through dedicated support and advocacy.
Overview
26
26
years of professional experience
Work History
Licensed Practical Nurse
Gardner Rehabilitation and Nursing Center
Gardner, Massachusetts
02.2022 - 11.2025
- Supervised nursing staff to ensure high-quality patient care delivery.
- Developed and implemented patient care plans in collaboration with healthcare teams.
- Conducted regular assessments of patients' health statuses and needs.
- Ensured compliance with health regulations and safety protocols consistently.
- Facilitated communication between patients, families, and multidisciplinary teams.
- Coordinated daily unit operations for efficient workflow among nursing staff.
- Established effective working relationships with other departments within the organization.
- Facilitated interdisciplinary meetings to discuss patient cases and develop treatment plans.
- Conducted regular audits of medical records for accuracy and completeness.
- Monitored patient progress and reported changes in condition to physicians or specialists.
- Provided direct patient care services such as administering medication, dressing wounds, and monitoring vital signs.
- Developed and implemented individualized plans of care for each patient based on their needs.
- Monitored patients' condition and progress, reevaluating treatments as necessary.
- Guaranteed exceptional care quality by correctly administering medication, inserting and caring for catheters, dressing and changing wounds, and assisting with personal hygiene.
- Observed strict confidentiality and safeguarded all patient-related information.
- Maintained strict patient data procedures to comply with HIPAA laws and prevent information breaches.
Licensed Practical Nurse Manager
Fitchburg Rehabilitation and Nursing Center
Fitchburg, Massachusetts
09.1999 - 02.2022
- Developed and implemented policies and procedures for nursing team, ensuring adherence to state regulations and standards of practice.
- Supervised nursing staff to maintain compliance with healthcare regulations and enhance patient safety.
- Collaborated with the healthcare team to develop individualized care plans for patients.
- Worked with interdisciplinary team to assess patient needs, plan and adjust plans of care, and actualize nursing interventions to promote and restore patient health.
- Evaluated patient conditions, progress, and treatment success to make changes and adapt treatment plans.
- Guaranteed exceptional care quality by correctly administering medication, inserting and caring for catheters, dressing and changing wounds, and assisting with personal hygiene.
- Administered prescribed medications or started intravenous fluids, noting times and amounts on patients' charts.
- Charted changes in patient conditions and discussed concerns with the supervising healthcare provider.
- Facilitated effective communication between medical teams and patients' families to promote understanding of care plans.
- Collected biological samples from patients and performed routine lab tests to support diagnosis.
Education
Licenced Practical Nurse - Practical Nursing
Montachusett Regional Technical School
Fitchburg, MA06-1999
Skills
- Medication administration
- Patient assessment
- Care plan development
- Patient care coordination
- Health regulation compliance
- Medical record auditing
- Psychotropic medications
- Empathy in care
Timeline
Licensed Practical Nurse
Gardner Rehabilitation and Nursing Center
02.2022 - 11.2025
Licensed Practical Nurse Manager
Fitchburg Rehabilitation and Nursing Center
09.1999 - 02.2022
Licenced Practical Nurse - Practical Nursing
Montachusett Regional Technical School