Empathetic and caring Licensed Practical Nurse bringing 22 years of experience in the geriatric field, delivering direct care to patients in Assisted Living and skilled and long-term care facilities, working as a Certified Nursing Assistant and Licensed Practical Nurse. While fostering relationships with family and patients in a safe and caring environment.
Overview
22
22
years of professional experience
Work History
Resident care manager/LPN floor Nurse
Linden grove Health Care Center
Puyallup, Washington
12.2023 - Current
Coordinated care plans with multidisciplinary teams for effective resident support.
Ensured compliance with health regulations and safety standards for residents.
Facilitated communication between residents, families, and healthcare providers.
Mediated conflicts and addressed concerns among residents and staff effectively.
Educated patients and families about recommended procedures and care options.
Managed patient discharge planning.
Oversaw floor employee performance, improvement planning and training.
Participated in interdisciplinary team meetings to discuss resident's status, treatment goals.
Provided guidance to nursing assistants on the implementation of resident care plans.
Ensured compliance with health and safety standards, as well as state and federal regulations.
Evaluated the quality of services provided by nursing personnel to ensure optimal patient outcomes.
Facilitated communication between staff members, residents, families, physicians, and other healthcare professionals.
Maintained accurate records of resident progress notes and care plans.
Managed and supervised staff to ensure proper care of residents.
Monitored vital signs and medication use, documenting variances, and concerning responses.
Administered medications and treatments to residents per care plans.
Monitored vital signs and reported changes to nursing staff.
Documented patient information accurately in medical records.
Observed changes in patient's condition and reported any significant changes to the registered nurse or physician.
Administered medications and treatments according to established protocols.
Performed physical assessments, including vital signs and health history documentation.
Monitored vital signs, fluid intake and output levels, glucose levels, and other medical tests results.
Maintained a safe environment by following infection control policies and procedures.
Licensed Practical Nurse
Bayview Retirement Community
Seattle, WA, WA
04.2023 - 12.2023
Administered prescribed medications and intravenous fluids, accurately documenting times and amounts.
Maintained accurate patient records and documented changes in condition.
Educated residents and families on health management and care procedures.
Ensured a safe environment by following infection control protocols consistently.
Administered medications and treatments according to established protocols.
Administered prescribed medications or started intravenous fluids, noting times and amounts on patient charts.
Adhered to facility policies and procedures while providing quality nursing care.
Team Lead LPN
Wesley Care center Lea Hill
Auburn, WA
08.2022 - 04.2023
Communicated concerns regarding patients' status, care and environment to nursing supervisors, clinical care supervisors and case managers.
Looked for physical, emotional and symptomatic changes in patient condition and obtained necessary care for medical concerns.
Monitored patient's respiration activity, blood pressure and blood glucose levels in response to medical administration.
Collected and documented vital signs to track current patient conditions.
Followed rehabilitation and treatment care plans to accelerate patient recovery, minimize pain and optimize patient outcomes.
Answered patient and family questions to educate on optimal treatment procedures.
Interviewed patients to obtain medical history.
Administered prescribed medications or started intravenous fluids, noting times and amounts on patient charts.
Collected biological specimens and packaged for laboratory transport to complete diagnostic tests.
Administered medications and therapies in accordance with physicians orders.
Charted changes in patient conditions and discussed concerns with supervising healthcare provider.
Addressed patient care needs, collected vitals, dressed wounds and managed catheters.
Maintained strict patient data procedures to comply with HIPAA laws and prevent information breaches.
Communicated with patients with compassion while keeping medical information private.
Licensed Practical Nurse/Fill in Wellness director
Deer Ridge memory care
Puyallup, WA
09.2021 - 08.2022
Communicated patient status and care concerns to nursing and clinical supervisors.
Examined lacerations, contusions, and physical symptoms to prioritize treatment needs.
Collected vital signs to monitor ongoing patient conditions.
Monitored respiration, blood pressure, and glucose levels following medical administration.
Educated patients and families on optimal treatment procedures through effective communication.
Identified physical and emotional changes in patients' conditions, facilitating necessary care.
Documented patient histories and discussed condition changes with supervising healthcare providers.
Ensured confidentiality of all patient-related information while collaborating with registered nurses.
Licensed Practical Nurse
Heartwood nursing and rehabilitation
Tacoms, WA
01.2021 - 09.2021
Collected and documented vital signs to track current patient conditions.
Monitored patient's respiration activity, blood pressure and blood glucose levels in response to medical administration.
Documented patient intake and dietary requirements and aided with feeding and monitoring.
Answered patient and family questions to educate on optimal treatment procedures.
Followed rehabilitation and treatment care plans to accelerate patient recovery, minimize pain and optimize patient outcomes.
Collected biological specimens and packaged for laboratory transport to complete diagnostic tests.
Examined and addressed lacerations, contusions and physical symptoms to assess and prioritize need for further attention.
Charted changes in patient conditions and discussed concerns with supervising healthcare provider.
Addressed patient care needs, collected vitals, dressed wounds and managed catheters.
Cared for patients' acute and chronic wounds by changing dressings and applying medicated compounds.
Observed strict confidentiality and safeguarded all patient-related information.
Inserted, cared for and removed patients' catheters and monitored fluid output.
Administered prescribed medications and started intravenous fluids to address patient symptoms and underlying etiologies.
LPN
North Auburn Rehab & Health
Auburn, WA
12.2019 - 01.2021
Enhanced care quality and increased patient protections by eliminating knowledge gaps and improving staff performance.
Established initial service plans in ECS and updated care strategies to flex with changing demands.
Cultivated strong family support to maximize care outcomes for wellness approaches.
Delivered high level of services and care to patients in assisted living center.
Assisted with creation of tailored care plans for patients based on individual needs.
Assisted with creation of tailored care plans for patients based on individual needs.
Communicated effectively with patients and loved ones to explain diagnoses, treatment options and procedures.
Counseled clients, patients and families and provided emotional and psychosocial support.
Assisted patients with daily tasks, such as dressing, hygiene upkeep and movement throughout facility,
Scheduled Resident appointments
Staff schedules
Ordering of supplies, briefs, bathing supplies and over the counter medications.
Interviews for potential employees
Monthly Inservices
Collected and documented vital signs to track current patient conditions.
Monitored patient's respiration activity, blood pressure and blood glucose levels in response to medical administration.
Followed rehabilitation and treatment care plans to accelerate patient recovery, minimize pain and optimize patient outcomes.
Communicated concerns regarding patients' status, care and environment to nursing supervisors, clinical care supervisors and case managers.
Answered patient and family questions to educate on optimal treatment procedures.
Prevented drug interactions and contributed to correct diagnosis by recording patient health information, monitoring vitals and updating patient files.
Examined and treated patient lacerations, contusions and physical symptoms and referred patients to other medical professionals.
Administered prescribed medications or started intravenous fluids, noting times and amounts on patient charts.
Charted changes in patient conditions and discussed concerns with supervising healthcare provider.
Cared for patients' acute and chronic wounds by changing dressings and applying medicated compounds.
Observed strict confidentiality and safeguarded all patient-related information.
Inserted, cared for and removed patients' catheters and monitored fluid output.
Administered prescribed medications and started intravenous fluids to address patient symptoms and underlying etiologies.
Wellness Director/LPN
Golden Sands Assisted Living
Ocean Park , WA
07.2019 - 12.2019
Enhanced care quality and increased patient protections by eliminating knowledge gaps and improving staff performance.
Met care coverage demands by setting effective schedules and delegating assignments.
Answered patient and family questions to educate on optimal treatment procedures.
Looked for physical, emotional and symptomatic changes in patient condition and obtained necessary care for medical concerns.
Helped clients stay happy and healthy by providing mental and emotional support.
Service Plans
Audit charting
Audit MAR
Coordinated with Home Health Nurses and visit notes
Service plans
LPN
Clatsop Care Center
Astoria, OR
03.2019 - 07.2019
Administered medications and therapies in accordance with physicians orders.
Guaranteed exceptional care quality by correctly administering medication, inserting and caring for catheters, dressing and changing wounds and assisting with personal hygiene.
Charted changes in patient conditions and discussed concerns with supervising healthcare provider.
Addressed patient care needs, collected vitals, dressed wounds and managed catheters.
Communicated effectively with patients and loved ones to explain diagnoses, treatment options and procedures.
Monitored infection control procedures to verify facility-wide health and safety.
LPN
Hearthstone nursing and rehabilitation
Medford, OR
04.2014 - 03.2019
Collected and documented vital signs to track current patient conditions.
Monitored patient's respiration activity, blood pressure and blood glucose levels in response to medical administration.
Communicated concerns regarding patients' status, care and environment to nursing supervisors, clinical care supervisors and case managers.
Documented patient intake and dietary requirements and aided with feeding and monitoring.
Answered patient and family questions to educate on optimal treatment procedures.
Looked for physical, emotional and symptomatic changes in patient condition and obtained necessary care for medical concerns.
Followed rehabilitation and treatment care plans to accelerate patient recovery, minimize pain and optimize patient outcomes.
Examined and treated patient lacerations, contusions and physical symptoms and referred patients to other medical professionals.
Administered prescribed medications or started intravenous fluids, noting times and amounts on patient charts.
Charted changes in patient conditions and discussed concerns with supervising healthcare provider.
Observed strict confidentiality and safeguarded all patient-related information.
Inserted, cared for and removed patients' catheters and monitored fluid output.
Resident Care Coordinater
Brookdale Assisted Living
Eagle Point , OR
03.2017 - 07.2017
Helped clients stay happy and healthy by providing mental and emotional support.
Service Plans
Audit charting
Audit MAR
Coordinated with Home Health Nurses and visit notes
Service plans
Licensed Vocational Nurse
Curry Good Samaritian
Brookings, OR
10.2012 - 04.2014
Charted changes in patient conditions and discussed concerns with supervising healthcare provider.
Addressed patient care needs, collected vitals, dressed wounds and managed catheters.
Cared for patients' acute and chronic wounds by changing dressings and applying medicated compounds.
Observed strict confidentiality and safeguarded all patient-related information.
Answered patient calls, identified issues and determined how best to provide assistance within parameters established by facility and supervisor.
Inserted, cared for and removed patients' catheters and monitored fluid output.
Administered prescribed medications and started intravenous fluids to address patient symptoms and underlying etiologies.
Collected and documented vital signs to track current patient conditions.
Answered patient and family questions to educate on optimal treatment procedures.
Looked for physical, emotional and symptomatic changes in patient condition and obtained necessary care for medical concerns.
Used sterile techniques to prepare patients for procedures.
LPN
Crescent City Nursing and Rehabilitation
Crescent City, CA
05.2011 - 10.2012
Collected and documented vital signs to track current patient conditions.
Monitored patient's respiration activity, blood pressure and blood glucose levels in response to medical administration.
Communicated concerns regarding patients' status, care and environment to nursing supervisors, clinical care supervisors and case managers.
Answered patient and family questions to educate on optimal treatment procedures.
Looked for physical, emotional and symptomatic changes in patient condition and obtained necessary care for medical concerns.
Followed rehabilitation and treatment care plans to accelerate patient recovery, minimize pain and optimize patient outcomes.
Examined and treated patient lacerations, contusions and physical symptoms and referred patients to other medical professionals.
Charted changes in patient conditions and discussed concerns with supervising healthcare provider.
Addressed patient care needs, collected vitals, dressed wounds and managed catheters.
Inserted, cared for and removed patients' catheters and monitored fluid output.
Certified Nursing Assistant
Crescent City Nursing And Rehabilitation
Crescent City, CA
08.2007 - 05.2011
Assisted patients with shaving, bathing and oral hygiene to promote healthy habits and overall wellness.
Facilitated activities of daily living, personal hygiene management, feeding and ambulation.
Conducted routine checks on patient vitals, blood pressure, blood sugar and heart rate.
Managed and maintained patient rooms, shared-living areas and nursing stations.
Looked for physical, emotional and symptomatic changes in patient condition and obtained necessary care for medical concerns.
Used mobility devices to transport patients.
Documented activities and recorded information in EMR system.
Assisted residents in preparing for activities and social programs.
Helped residents walk with or without self-help devices.
Distributed drinking water and nourishment to residents.
Answered signal lights, bells or intercom systems to determine resident needs.
Certified Nursing Assistant
Curry Good Samaritian
Brookings, OR
12.2006 - 08.2007
Assisted patients with shaving, bathing and oral hygiene to promote healthy habits and overall wellness.
Facilitated activities of daily living, personal hygiene management, feeding and ambulation.
Conducted routine checks on patient vitals, blood pressure, blood sugar and heart rate.
Managed and maintained patient rooms, shared-living areas and nursing stations.
Looked for physical, emotional and symptomatic changes in patient condition and obtained necessary care for medical concerns.
Fostered relationships with patients, caregivers and healthcare teams to achieve individual care plan targets.
Used mobility devices to transport patients.
Documented activities and recorded information in EMR system.
Assisted residents in preparing for activities and social programs.
Supported non-ambulatory residents in range of motion exercises.
Helped residents walk with or without self-help devices.
Distributed drinking water and nourishment to residents.
Answered signal lights, bells or intercom systems to determine resident needs.
Turned and repositioned residents using proper body mechanics to prevent pressure ulcers.
Observed and reported unusual symptoms and changes to charge nurse.
Assisted residents with bathing and dressing to promote personal hygiene.
Certified Nursing Assistant
Crescent City Nursing And Rehabilitation
Crescent City , CA
08.2006 - 12.2006
Assisted patients with shaving, bathing and oral hygiene to promote healthy habits and overall wellness.
Facilitated activities of daily living, personal hygiene management, feeding and ambulation.
Conducted routine checks on patient vitals, blood pressure, blood sugar and heart rate.
Exhibited compassionate care and communication regarding issues surrounding death and dying.
Managed and maintained patient rooms, shared-living areas and nursing stations.
Fostered relationships with patients, caregivers and healthcare teams to achieve individual care plan targets.
Used mobility devices to transport patients.
Documented activities and recorded information in EMR system.
Administered medications to patients and performed follow-ups regarding prescriptions and supplements.
Assisted residents in preparing for activities and social programs.
Supported non-ambulatory residents in range of motion exercises.
Helped residents walk with or without self-help devices.
Distributed drinking water and nourishment to residents.
Answered signal lights, bells or intercom systems to determine resident needs.
Turned and repositioned residents using proper body mechanics to prevent pressure ulcers.
Observed and reported unusual symptoms and changes to charge nurse.
Assisted residents with bathing and dressing to promote personal hygiene.
Caregiver/Medication Aide
Necanicum Village Assisted Living & Memory Care Community
Seaside, OR
05.2005 - 09.2005
Assisted residents with daily living activities and personal care needs.
Provided companionship and emotional support to residents in memory care.
Supported bathing, dressing and personal care needs.
Maintained clean and well-organized environment for client happiness and safety.
Improved patient outlook and daily living through compassionate care.
Encouraged independence while promoting self-care skills such as bathing, grooming and toileting needs.
Laundered clothing and bedding to prevent infection.
Respected the rights of each individual client while maintaining confidentiality of all personal information.
Administered prescribed medications according to established protocols and patient needs.
Monitored patients for side effects and reported concerns to nursing staff.
Maintained accurate medication records in compliance with regulatory standards.
Assisted patients with daily living activities to ensure comfort and safety.
Ensured cleanliness and organization of medication storage areas per safety guidelines.
Participated in ongoing training sessions to stay updated on medication practices and regulations.
Caregiver-Medication aid
Highpoint Village
Enumclaw, WA
08.2003 - 08.2004
Developed strong relationships with residents to promote emotional well-being.
Maintained a clean and safe environment for all residents at the facility.
Trained new staff on caregiving techniques and facility protocols.
Engaged residents in social activities to enhance community involvement.
Assisted residents in mobility, including transferring them from wheelchairs to beds or chairs.
Respected client privacy by maintaining confidentiality of information shared during interactions.
Monitored vital signs and reported any changes to supervisor.
Supported independence of clients by helping them identify solutions to problems without taking over decision-making responsibilities.
Encouraged socialization between residents by organizing group activities and outings.
Participated in staff meetings and training sessions as required by facility policies.
Administered medications to residents as per prescribed schedules.
Monitored and documented vital signs for patient safety.
Maintained accurate medication records and inventory control.
Ensured that all prescribed medications were taken as ordered by physician.
Assisted in the preparation and delivery of medications to patients.
Participated in continuing education programs related to medication management.
Education
Associate of Science - Nursing
College of The Redwoods
Crescent City, CA
05.2011
Skills
Samples collection
Multi-tasking and prioritization
Counting narcotics
Documenting incidents
Caring for wounds
Staff direction and task delegation
Empathetic and compassionate
Educating families
Accomplishments
I was a CTA for Rouge Community College LPN students for their clinicals for three years. The students worked with me for 60 hours. They followed my work schedule. I taught them how Nursing is in the skilled and Long term Geriatric care. I love teaching LPN students. I was hand picked by the Director of Nursing at Hearthstone nursing and Rehabilitation. I also love training new employees.
CTA
Certified teaching Assistant (CTA) for Rouge Community College LPN Students. The Nursing Students worked my shift with myself for 60 hours, once a year for their final clinical hours, three years in a row.
Timeline
Resident care manager/LPN floor Nurse
Linden grove Health Care Center
12.2023 - Current
Licensed Practical Nurse
Bayview Retirement Community
04.2023 - 12.2023
Team Lead LPN
Wesley Care center Lea Hill
08.2022 - 04.2023
Licensed Practical Nurse/Fill in Wellness director
Deer Ridge memory care
09.2021 - 08.2022
Licensed Practical Nurse
Heartwood nursing and rehabilitation
01.2021 - 09.2021
LPN
North Auburn Rehab & Health
12.2019 - 01.2021
Wellness Director/LPN
Golden Sands Assisted Living
07.2019 - 12.2019
LPN
Clatsop Care Center
03.2019 - 07.2019
Resident Care Coordinater
Brookdale Assisted Living
03.2017 - 07.2017
LPN
Hearthstone nursing and rehabilitation
04.2014 - 03.2019
Licensed Vocational Nurse
Curry Good Samaritian
10.2012 - 04.2014
LPN
Crescent City Nursing and Rehabilitation
05.2011 - 10.2012
Certified Nursing Assistant
Crescent City Nursing And Rehabilitation
08.2007 - 05.2011
Certified Nursing Assistant
Curry Good Samaritian
12.2006 - 08.2007
Certified Nursing Assistant
Crescent City Nursing And Rehabilitation
08.2006 - 12.2006
Caregiver/Medication Aide
Necanicum Village Assisted Living & Memory Care Community
Clinical Behavioral Health Nurse / In-patient Behavioral Health Unit at Madigan Army Medical CenterClinical Behavioral Health Nurse / In-patient Behavioral Health Unit at Madigan Army Medical Center