Justina Lughas
Hampton,GA
Summary
Seasoned LPN with a proven track record at The William Breman Jewish Home, adept in medication administration and nursing staff development. Demonstrated ability to implement effective care plans and enhance patient management workflows. Excelled in triage assessment, ensuring optimal patient outcomes. Committed to professional growth and interdisciplinary collaboration.
Overview
30
30
years of professional experience
Work History
Nurse (LPN)
The William Breman Jewish Home
Atlanta, GA
09.2012 - 01.2025
- Administered prescribed medications and treatments per physician orders, maintained accurate medication records, and ensured proper dosages.
- Documented observations, treatments, and progress notes in the electronic medical records database.
- Worked closely alongside CNAs, RNs, and other healthcare staff to deliver comprehensive care.
Nurse (LPN)
Atlanta Medical Center
Atlanta, GA
05.2002 - 08.2012
- Frequently took care of trach patients, patients on PCA, tractions, and followed restraint guidelines.
- Initiated plans of care, ongoing assessments, and implementation of care outlined by MDs, and followed protocols set for specific populations.
- Communicate changes in residents' conditions to families while maintaining HIPAA compliance.
Charge Nurse (LPN)
Athena Rehabilitation
Lake City, GA
10.2001 - 04.2002
- Responsible for assessing patients' status and reporting to the MD, as well as making plans of care, wound care treatment, and administration of medications.
- Assisted with defining realistic and obtainable long- and short-term goals for the residents.
- Worked in collaboration with physicians and/or other health care professionals by sharing information relevant to changing the plan of care.
Nurse (LPN)
Fountainview Center
Atlanta, GA
02.1995 - 04.2000
- Responsible for assessing, dressing, and changing wounds, implementing plans of care, and also the administration of medication.
- Evaluated the effectiveness of the plan of care in conjunction with the interdisciplinary care team, and made changes as needs are recognized.
- I attended and participated in educational activities, in-service training, and staff meetings; I assisted in the orientation and training of other staff.
Education
Associate of Science -
Gordon College
Atlanta, GA04-2006
Skills
- Care plan implementation
- Nursing staff development
- Discharge coordination
- Medication and IV administration
- Workflow and patient management
- Triage assessment
Timeline
Nurse (LPN)
The William Breman Jewish Home
09.2012 - 01.2025
Nurse (LPN)
Atlanta Medical Center
05.2002 - 08.2012
Charge Nurse (LPN)
Athena Rehabilitation
10.2001 - 04.2002
Nurse (LPN)
Fountainview Center
02.1995 - 04.2000
Associate of Science -
Gordon College
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