Dedicated LVN with extensive experience at Big Spring State Hospital, excelling in compassionate care and medication administration. Proven ability to enhance patient safety through effective monitoring and infection control practices. Strong clinical documentation skills and a commitment to fostering collaborative relationships within multidisciplinary teams.
Overview
14
14
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
LVN
Big Spring State Hospital
10.2024 - Current
Administered medications accurately and in a timely manner, ensuring proper treatment for various conditions.
Performed routine evaluations of each patient's status, needs, and preferences.
Monitored vital signs and assessed patients regularly, swiftly identifying any changes in condition and addressing concerns promptly.
Documented accurate and complete patient information to address patient problems and expected outcomes.
Promoted a positive work environment among nursing staff through collaboration, open communication, and support.
Provided high-quality wound care, reducing the risk of infection and promoting timely healing.
LVN
Siter-Neubauer & Associate
03.2024 - 10.2024
Documented patient vitals, behaviors, and conditions to communicate concerns to supervising nurse.
Oversaw patient conditions, administered medicine, performed interventions and took detailed records.
Promoted continuity of care by maintaining comprehensive medical records and updating physicians on significant changes in patients'' conditions.
Worked with multidisciplinary team to carry out successful treatment plans for diverse acute and chronic conditions.
Cultivated strong working relationships with physicians by maintaining open communication, providing timely updates on patients'' status, and actively participating in care coordination efforts.
Championed infection control practices within the unit by strictly adhering to guidelines and educating staff on proper procedures.
Took samples to complete diagnostic and routine assessment tests.
Managed patient care through closely monitoring respiration, blood pressure, and blood glucose levels.
Administered medications accurately and in a timely manner, ensuring proper treatment for various conditions.
Performed routine evaluations of each patient's status, needs, and preferences.
LVN Charge Nurse
Manor Park, Inc.
06.2015 - 03.2024
Facilitated smooth transitions between shifts through efficient handoff reports that highlighted critical information for incoming nurses.
Managed patient caseloads effectively by prioritizing needs, delegating tasks appropriately, and collaborating with healthcare professionals.
Bolstered patient safety through consistent implementation of fall prevention measures such as bed alarms, hourly rounding, and mobility assistance.