Kara Leland
Mill Hall
Summary
Dedicated LPN experienced in documentation, medication administration, and patient assessment. Improved patient outcomes through personalized care and attention. Committed to delivering high-quality support tailored to individual needs.
Overview
1
1
Certification
14
14
years of professional experience
Work History
Licensed Practical Nurse
Penn Highlands Healthcare
State College
11.2024 - Current
- Administered medications and treatments according to physician orders to support patient recovery.
- Monitored patient vital signs and reported changes to healthcare team.
- Work in Oncology & Hematology getting patients ready to see the provider.
- Utilized Onco and Cerner software to access and print medical results for patient care.
- Prepared and printed provider charts, ensuring readiness for patient appointments and continuity of care.
- Scheduled appointments for new patients, facilitating timely access to necessary care.
- Responded to patient questions to ensure clarity about their healthcare needs.
- Performed data entry tasks to maintain accurate patient records.
- Answered incoming phone calls from patients and healthcare providers.
Licensed Practical Nurse
Bayada Pediatrics
Lock Haven
09.2021 - 11.2024
- Provided pediatric home care services to ensure patient comfort and safety.
- Conducted comprehensive head-to-toe assessments, managed diabetic care including Accu-Check, monitored continuous glucose monitors, administered insulin via syringe or pump per MD orders, cleaned and replenished supplies, and treated low blood sugars to ensure optimal patient health.
- Keeping patients' parents informed of all treatments.
Licensed Vocational Nurse
Maxim Healthcare
Williamsport
08.2019 - 08.2024
- Pediatric Home Care Nurse/Medically Fragile Diabetic & GT/Trach
- Trach care, changing trach ties, changing trach, suctioning, GT care, feeds bolus/pump, syringe venting, changing GT, seizure monitoring, O2 sat monitoring, & learning/teaching sign language.
- Keeping patients' parents informed of all treatments
- Performed trach care, managed trach ties, suctioned, provided GT care, administered bolus/pump feeds, vented syringes, monitored seizures and O2 saturation, and taught sign language to enhance communication.
Licensed Vocational Nurse
La Mesa-Spring Valley School District
La Mesa
01.2018 - 12.2020
- Provided comprehensive care for diabetic and medically fragile students during school hours.
- Administered first aid treatment to students in the office and on grounds when they could not reach the health office.
- Administered medications and treatments as per physician instructions.
- Monitored patient vital signs and reported changes to healthcare team.
- Assisted patients with daily living activities and personal care needs.
Licensed Vocational Nurse
Maxim Healthcare
San Diego
08.2016 - 01.2018
- Provided first aid treatment for students in the office and on school grounds, administered insulin per MD orders, and treated hypoglycemia.
- Established contract with San Diego Unified School District to provide services
- Administered medications and treatments as prescribed by healthcare providers.
- Monitored patient vital signs and reported changes to the medical team.
- Assisted in developing patient care plans in collaboration with interdisciplinary teams.
Licensed Vocational Nurse
Cape Cod Pediatrics
Forestdale
01.2014 - 05.2016
- Pediatric Out-Patient Care
- Prepared patients for provider consultations, ensuring readiness for effective care, Assessing/charting vital signs using EMR (Athena), Administering medications, Preparing/administering vaccines, Blood drawing, scheduling appointments, assisting provider with minor procedures, informing parents/patients of normal lab or x-ray results, Supported opening of satellite office, contributing to expanded service access, and Cleaned and stocked examination rooms to ensure a tidy and organized environment for patient care..
- Administered medications and treatments per physician's orders.
- Monitored patient vital signs and reported changes to the healthcare team.
- Assisted in patient hygiene and daily living activities.
Licensed Vocational Nurse
Kindred Forestview
Wareham
01.2013 - 05.2014
- Transitional Care and Rehab
- Medication administration, Accu-Check, Administered insulin via syringe or pen to manage patient blood sugar levels, Catheterization, Specimen collection, Admitting/discharging residents, Nursing process, Charting and reporting, Skin care, Wound care, Infection control techniques, Assessment, Caring for geriatric/rehab residents, Calling MDs in emergent situations and transferring to ER if necessary, Processing Drs orders/phone orders, G-tube care/administering feeds, and Tracheostomy suctioning/care.
- Provided direct patient care in various healthcare settings.
- Administered medications and monitored patient responses.
- Assisted in developing individualized care plans for patients.
Education
Licensed Vocational Nurse -
American Career College
Anaheim, CAGeneral Education -
Los Angeles Harbor College
Wilmington, CAGeneral Education -
Taft College
Taft, CAGeneral Education -
Cerro Coso Community College
Ridgecrest, CASkills
- Medication Administration
- Vital signs monitoring
- Physical Assessment
- Glucose monitoring via glucose monitor (finger stick) or PCM
- Immunization Administration
- Samples collection
- Patient education
Certification
- Licensed Practical Nurse, Pennsylvania, TLPN010625
- Vocational Nurse, California, 225777
- Licensed Practical Nurse, Alaska, 6759, False
- Licensed Practical Nurse, Massachusetts, LN89949, False
- Intravenous Therapy & Blood Withdrawal Certification
- CPR
Languages
English, Fluent
Timeline
Licensed Practical Nurse
Penn Highlands Healthcare
11.2024 - Current
Licensed Practical Nurse
Bayada Pediatrics
09.2021 - 11.2024
Licensed Vocational Nurse
Maxim Healthcare
08.2019 - 08.2024
Licensed Vocational Nurse
La Mesa-Spring Valley School District
01.2018 - 12.2020
Licensed Vocational Nurse
Maxim Healthcare
08.2016 - 01.2018
Licensed Vocational Nurse
Cape Cod Pediatrics
01.2014 - 05.2016
Licensed Vocational Nurse
Kindred Forestview
01.2013 - 05.2014
Licensed Vocational Nurse -
American Career College
General Education -
Los Angeles Harbor College
General Education -
Taft College
General Education -
Cerro Coso Community College