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Kara Lewis

Fairfield,CA

Summary

Experienced LVN with extensive experience in delivering high-quality patient care and leading clinical teams. Expertise in clinical decision-making, developing individualized care plans, coordinating program schedules, and collaborating with interdisciplinary teams to manage patients with complex medical and psychiatric conditions, and teamwork. Skilled in wound care, psychiatric care, patient assessments, staff training, and addressing both physical and behavioral health needs. Dependable in high pressure environments with commitment to achieving optimal patient outcomes. Committed to enhancing patient outcomes through comprehensive care and effective teamwork.

Overview

7
7
years of professional experience

Work History

Charge Nurse (LVN)

Bayberry Skilled Nursing STP
01.2021 - Current
  • Coordinated and implemented care for residents with diagnoses such as CVA, CHF, IV therapy needs, bipolar disorder, and other complex conditions.
  • Supervised a team of CNAs, delegating duties and ensuring high-quality patient care.
  • Assessed, developed, and evaluated individualized patient care plans.
  • Managed and de-escalated conflicts, creating strategies to address and resolve behavioral outbursts.
  • Maintained accurate documentation of medications administered.
  • Collaborated with Physicians and the interdisciplinary team (IDT) to ensure appropriate and effective care.
  • Trained new nurses in proper techniques, care standards, operational procedures, and safety protocols.
  • 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.
  • 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.

Program Director – Special Treatment Program

Bayberry Skilled Nursing STP
01.2023 - 01.2025
  • Led the daily operations of the Special Treatment Program (STP), overseeing non-nursing staff, ensuring regulatory compliance, and developing individualized care plans. Managed program schedules, facilitated client assessments, and ensured high-quality treatment delivery in line with Title 22 and Department of Public Health standards.
  • Supervised non-nursing staff and managed hiring, training, and performance.
  • Ensured compliance with Title 22, Department of Public Health, and Department of Health Care Services.
  • Developed, updated, and reviewed individualized care plans, ensuring alignment with client needs.
  • Coordinated and maintained a 30-hour weekly program schedule.
  • Collaborated with interdisciplinary teams to monitor client progress and ensure appropriate interventions.
  • Organized and conducted staff training on program requirements, client rights, and emotional/social needs.
  • Ensured timely psychological evaluations and reassessments for all clients.
  • Scheduled and supervised staff meetings to discuss new ideas and update participants on program details and milestones.
  • Provided ongoing direction and leadership for program operations.
  • Designed customized training programs to enhance staff knowledge and skills in key areas of responsibility.
  • Monitored program performance to identify areas for improvement.
  • Developed and implemented program goals and objectives, establishing specific and measurable outcomes aligned with organization's overall mission.
  • Recruited and trained staff and volunteers to upgrade collective team skills.

Licensed Wound Nurse (LVN)

Bayberry Skilled Nursing STP
01.2022 - 01.2023
  • Conducted and documented thorough wound assessments, communicating findings to the interdisciplinary team (IDT).
  • Revised and developed care plans based on assessment data and clinical needs.
  • Coordinated weekly wound and skin assessments with the Wound Physician for residents with complex care needs.
  • Worked to continuously improve care quality and clinical outcomes.
  • Ensured timely, accurate, and complete documentation of all wound care activities.

Certified Nursing Assistant (CNA)

Bayberry Skilled Nursing STP
01.2018 - 01.2020
  • Collaborated with the nursing team to monitor restorative care and clinical programs, including bowel and bladder management.
  • Performed resident care duties, such as grooming, hygiene, vital sign collection, body alignment, and range-of-motion (ROM) exercises.
  • Assisted in the orientation and training of new CNAs.
  • Provided support to patients with limited mental and physical capacity, interpreting their needs and offering emotional comfort and care.

Education

Certification - Nursing

Gurnick Academy of Medical Arts
Concord, CA
10.2020

Certificate - Nursing

North Bay Institute
12.2017

Skills

  • Communication Leadership
  • Crisis Intervention
  • Strategic Thinking
  • Wound Care
  • Patient Care and Safety Reporting and Documentation
  • Compassionate and patient
  • Team leadership
  • Decision-making
  • Patient care
  • Medication administration
  • Patient assessments
  • Discharge planning
  • Interdisciplinary collaboration

Timeline

Program Director – Special Treatment Program

Bayberry Skilled Nursing STP
01.2023 - 01.2025

Licensed Wound Nurse (LVN)

Bayberry Skilled Nursing STP
01.2022 - 01.2023

Charge Nurse (LVN)

Bayberry Skilled Nursing STP
01.2021 - Current

Certified Nursing Assistant (CNA)

Bayberry Skilled Nursing STP
01.2018 - 01.2020

Certification - Nursing

Gurnick Academy of Medical Arts

Certificate - Nursing

North Bay Institute

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