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Karen Dunnigan

Aberdeen Skilled Nursing
Riverview,MI
7
years of professional experience

Dynamic Licensed Practical Nurse with extensive experience at Aberdeen Skilled Nursing, excelling in medication administration and patient assessments. Proven ability to enhance patient outcomes through effective care plans and compassionate communication. Skilled in wound care and infection control, fostering a safe environment while promoting dignity and independence for residents.

Work History

Licensed Practical Nurse

2 Years 4 Months
Aberdeen Skilled Nursing | 02.2024 - Current
  • Administered medications and monitored patient vital signs to ensure optimal care delivery.
  • Assisted in developing personalized care plans in collaboration with nursing staff and patients.
  • Provided wound care treatment and educated patients on post-care instructions for recovery.
  • Documented patient progress accurately in electronic health records to maintain compliance.
  • Facilitated communication between patients, families, and healthcare teams to support care continuity.
  • Trained new staff on nursing protocols and safety procedures to enhance team efficiency.
  • Implemented infection control measures to promote a safe environment for patients and staff.
  • Participated in quality improvement initiatives aimed at enhancing patient outcomes and satisfaction.
  • Improved patient outcomes by administering medications, monitoring vital signs, and documenting relevant information.
  • Cared for wounds, provided treatments, and assisted with procedures.
  • Assisted with admissions, appointments, transfers, and discharges.
  • Collaborated with interdisciplinary healthcare teams to ensure continuous quality improvement in patient care delivery.
  • Documented accurate and complete patient information to address patient problems and expected outcomes.

Licensed Practical Nurse

1 Year 11 Months
Westland Villa | 09.2021 - 08.2023
  • Administered medications and monitored patient responses to ensure optimal care.
  • Assisted in daily living activities, promoting independence and dignity for residents.
  • Collaborated with healthcare team to develop individualized care plans for patients.
  • Educated patients and families on health management and wellness practices.

Licensed Practical Nurse

2 Years 4 Months
Oasis of Monroe | 05.2019 - 09.2021
  • Administered medications and monitored patient responses to ensure optimal care.
  • Assisted in daily living activities, promoting independence and dignity for residents.
  • Collaborated with healthcare team to develop individualized care plans for patients.
  • Educated patients and families on health management and wellness practices.

Education

No Degree - Practical Nursing

Toledo School of Practical Nursing | Toledo Ohio

I attended one year accelerated nursing program where I earned Honor Roll Status. Graduated from the program successfully.

Skills

Medication administration
Direct patient care
Vital signs monitoring
HIPAA compliance
Wound care
Physical assessment
Clinical documentation
Geriatric care
Clinical judgment
Vital signs
Patient assessments
Patient care
Diabetes management
Medication dispensing
Immunization administration
Infection control
Catheter care
Breathing treatments
ADL assistance
Transcribing orders
Staff supervision
Pulse oximetry tracking
Behavioral assessment
Tuberculosis testing
Caring for wounds
Counting narcotics
Staff direction and task delegation
Documenting incidents
Charting and recording
Empathetic and compassionate
State licensed practical nurse

Timeline

Licensed Practical Nurse

Aberdeen Skilled Nursing
02.2024 - CurrentRead More

Licensed Practical Nurse

Westland Villa
09.2021 - 08.2023Read More

Licensed Practical Nurse

Oasis of Monroe
05.2019 - 09.2021Read More

Toledo School of Practical Nursing

No Degree from Practical Nursing
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Karen Dunnigan