Kasey Ford
Willingboro,NJ
Summary
Detail-oriented individual with exceptional communication and project management skills. Proven ability to handle multiple tasks effectively and efficiently in fast-paced environments. Recognized for taking proactive approach to identifying and addressing issues, with focus on optimizing processes and supporting team objectives.
Overview
11
11
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Licensed Practical Nurse
Total Rehab at Moorestown
Moorestown, NJ
06.2023 - Current
- Used critical thinking to break down problems, evaluate solutions, and make decisions.
- Developed and maintained courteous and effective working relationships.
- Trained and mentored junior nursing staff on best practices and compliance standards.
- Advocated for patients' needs, providing emotional support during treatment processes.
- Improved patient outcomes by administering medications, monitoring vital signs, and documenting relevant information.
- Assisted with admissions, appointments, transfers, and discharges.
- Demonstrated excellent technical skills in wound dressing changes, IV therapy administration, catheter insertion, and other routine nursing procedures.
- Managed patient care through closely monitoring respiration, blood pressure, and blood glucose levels.
- Facilitated efficient communication between patients, families, and healthcare providers to promote continuity of care across settings.
- Managed time-sensitive tasks effectively under pressure while maintaining composure during critical situations or emergencies.
Licensed Practical Nurse
General Healthcare Resources
Moorestown, NJ
05.2021 - Current
- Provided nursing care to diverse patient populations in various clinical settings.
- Administered medications and treatments following established protocols and best practices.
- Monitored patient progress, documenting changes and communicating effectively with healthcare providers.
- Trained and mentored junior nursing staff on best practices and clinical procedures.
- Demonstrated excellent technical skills in wound dressing changes, IV therapy administration, catheter insertion, and other routine nursing procedures.
- Managed patient care through closely monitoring respiration, blood pressure, and blood glucose levels.
Licensed Practical Nurse
Bayada Home Health Care
Moorestown, NJ
05.2021 - 08.2024
- Educated patients and families on health management and medication adherence.
- Collaborated with healthcare teams to develop personalized care plans.
- Administered medications and monitored patient responses in home settings.
- Mentored new hires within the home health nursing team, fostering a supportive learning environment that promoted professional growth.
- Documented patient vitals, behaviors, and conditions to communicate concerns to supervising nurse.
- Helped patients complete bathing, dressing and eating.
Licensed Practical Nurse
Marcella Center
Burlington, NJ
09.2017 - 05.2021
- Administered medications and monitored patient vital signs to ensure optimal care.
- Mentored new nursing staff to enhance professional development opportunities within the team dynamic.
- Delivered culturally competent care that respected diverse patient populations'' unique values, beliefs, and traditions.
- Administered medications via oral, IV, and intramuscular injections and monitored responses.
- Educated family members and caregivers on patient care instructions.
Licensed Practical Nurse
Masonic Home
Burlington, NJ
07.2015 - 09.2017
- Administered medications and monitored patient responses to treatments.
- Conducted routine assessments, documenting vital signs and health changes accurately.
- Administered controlled narcotics, inserted IVs, and performed catheterizations.
- Evaluated patients to identify and address wounds, behavioral concerns, and medically relevant symptoms.
- Maintained meticulous records of patient care, treatments, and progress, ensuring continuity of care.
Licensed Practical Nurse
Bentley Senior Living
Pennsauken, NJ
03.2015 - 07.2015
- Monitored vital signs and reported changes in patient conditions to nursing staff for timely interventions.
- Mentored junior nurses, fostering skills development and adherence to best practices in patient care.
- Administered medications and injections to patients.
Education
No Degree - Practical Nursing
Lincoln Technical Institute
Moorestown, New Jersey07.2014
Associate of Science - Registered Nursing
Camden County College
Blackwood, NJ12-2025
Skills
- Medication Administration
- Electronic Health Records
- Vital Signs/Assessments
- Wound Care
- IV Administration
- Tracheostomy Care
- Foley Care
- Colostomy Care
- PEG Tube
- Admissions
- Patient Transfers
- Teamwork and collaboration
- Problem-solving
- Critical thinking
- Active listening
- Verbal communication
Certification
- CPR Certification (American Heart Association)
Timeline
Licensed Practical Nurse
Total Rehab at Moorestown
06.2023 - Current
Licensed Practical Nurse
General Healthcare Resources
05.2021 - Current
Licensed Practical Nurse
Bayada Home Health Care
05.2021 - 08.2024
Licensed Practical Nurse
Marcella Center
09.2017 - 05.2021
Licensed Practical Nurse
Masonic Home
07.2015 - 09.2017
Licensed Practical Nurse
Bentley Senior Living
03.2015 - 07.2015
No Degree - Practical Nursing
Lincoln Technical Institute
Associate of Science - Registered Nursing
Camden County College
Clinical Experience
Virtua Lourdes Hospital Camden, NJ
- Medical Surgical
- Coronary Care Unit
- Maternity
Ancora Psychiatric Hospital, Hammonton, NJ
- Mental Health
Voorhees Pediatric Facility
- Pediatrics