Kate Essuman-Mensah
Columbus,OH
Summary
Dynamic LPN with proven expertise at Laurels Of Walden Park in medication administration and patient assessments. Skilled in vital signs monitoring and fostering patient independence, I enhance care quality through critical thinking and collaboration. Committed to improving health outcomes, I effectively educate patients and families on health management strategies.
Overview
7
7
years of professional experience
Work History
LPN Staff Nurse
Laurels Of Walden Park
Columbus, OH
07.2023 - Current
- Administered medications and treatments as prescribed by healthcare professionals.
- Monitored patient vital signs and reported changes to nursing staff.
- Assisted in daily living activities, promoting patient independence and comfort.
- Collaborated with interdisciplinary teams to develop and implement care plans.
- Educated patients and families on health management and post-discharge care.
- Maintained accurate patient records using electronic health record systems.
- Supported infection control protocols, ensuring a safe environment for patients.
- Trained and mentored new nursing staff on best practices and procedures.
- 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.
- 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.
- Monitored patient reactions to medications and treatments, quickly addressing adverse reactions.
- Administered medications to ensure adherence to treatment plans, improving health outcomes.
- Monitored patient health conditions to report changes to assigned physician.
- Assessed patients' temperature, pulse, and blood pressure and recorded in electronic medical records.
Lpn
Paramount Senior Living
Columbus, OH
01.2024 - 02.2026
- Administered medications and treatments as directed by healthcare providers.
- Monitored patient vitals to facilitate timely interventions.
- Assisted with daily living activities to enhance patient independence and dignity.
- Provided patient education to promote understanding of health conditions.
LPN, Private Duty
Visiting Angels Home Care
Columbus, OH
01.2023 - 02.2026
- Administered medications and treatments per physician orders to ensure patient compliance and well-being.
- Monitored vital signs and reported changes in condition to care team, enhancing patient safety.
- Assisted with daily living activities, promoting independence and improving quality of life for clients.
- Developed individualized care plans in collaboration with healthcare professionals to address specific needs.
- Educated patients and families on care procedures, fostering understanding and adherence to treatment plans.
- Maintained accurate documentation of patient progress and care interventions in electronic health records system.
- Provided emotional support to clients and families, enhancing overall satisfaction with care services received.
- Collaborated with interdisciplinary teams to optimize patient outcomes through coordinated care strategies.
- Assisted patients with activities of daily living, promoting independence and dignity in their own homes.
- Enhanced patients'' quality of life by providing compassionate and empathetic private duty nursing services.
- Administered medications accurately, ensuring the proper dosage and timing for optimal treatment effectiveness.
- Participated in ongoing continuing education opportunities to stay current on best practices in private duty nursing.
- Educated patients on managing chronic conditions, empowering them to take control of their own health.
- Conducted thorough assessments of patients'' vital signs and overall well-being, identifying potential issues early on for prompt intervention.
STNA
Summit Trace Healthcare
Cassady Avenue
04.2019 - 12.2020
- Assisted residents with daily living activities, enhancing quality of care and promoting independence.
- Monitored vital signs and reported changes to nursing staff, ensuring timely medical interventions.
- Documented patient care accurately in electronic health records, maintaining compliance with healthcare standards.
- Trained new staff on safety protocols and patient handling techniques, fostering a culture of excellence.
- Assisted with patient transfer and ambulation.
- Assisted patients in daily activities, promoting their independence and dignity.
- Provided assistance in daily living activities by dressing, grooming, bathing, and toileting patients.
- Enhanced patient comfort by providing compassionate and attentive personal care.
Education
Nursong LPN
Felbry College School of Nursing
Columbus, OH06-2020
Sociology
University of Ghana- Legon
West Africa -Ghana11-2012
High School Diploma -
APGSS
West Africa- Ghana04-2007
Skills
Medication administration
Direct patient care
Vital signs monitoring
HIPAA compliance
Vital signs
Patient care
Patient assessments
Catheter care
Licensed practical nurse
Medical records security
Charting and recording
Critical thinking
Timeline
Lpn
Paramount Senior Living
01.2024 - 02.2026
LPN Staff Nurse
Laurels Of Walden Park
07.2023 - Current
LPN, Private Duty
Visiting Angels Home Care
01.2023 - 02.2026
STNA
Summit Trace Healthcare
04.2019 - 12.2020
Nursong LPN
Felbry College School of Nursing
Sociology
University of Ghana- Legon
High School Diploma -
APGSS