Katherine Gardner
Independence,MO
Summary
Knowledgeable LPN with background as LPN Charge Nurse. Managed patient care efficiently and supported medical teams in delivering high-quality healthcare. Demonstrated leadership and critical thinking in high-pressure environments.
Overview
3
3
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
LPN Charge Nurse
Gregory Ridge Living Center
12.2024 - Current
- Delegated tasks effectively, optimizing staff productivity and maintaining a well-organized nursing unit.
- Documented vitals and medical histories in patient charts when assessing patients and communicated patient information to physicians and other nurses for care continuity.
- Promoted continuity of care by thoroughly documenting shift-to-shift communication in nursing reports.
- Promoted patient independence by teaching self-care skills and explaining conditions and medications.
- Updated patient medical records with services provided, health conditions, and response to treatments using Point Click Care.
- Implemented evidence-based nursing practices to improve patient health and maintain compliance with regulatory standards.
- Administered medications and injections to patients.
- Monitored patient health conditions to report changes to assigned physician.
- Delivered emotional support to patients and families during challenging times.
- Assembled and used equipment such as catheters, oxygen supplies to effectively manage patient care.
- Utilized critical thinking skills to make sound clinical decisions in high-pressure situations, minimizing risks and ensuring patient safety.
- Analyzed patient assessments and laboratory data to bring any issues to attention of physicians.
- Served as charge nurse, caring for patients with serious illnesses.
CNA
ShiftKey
11.2021 - Current
- Assisted patients with daily living activities, promoting independence and dignity.
- Checked patient vitals such as temperature, blood pressure, and blood sugar levels.
- Promoted good oral and personal hygiene by aiding patients with shaving, bathing, and teeth brushing.
- Enhanced patient satisfaction by providing compassionate and attentive care.
- Answered call lights and supported patient comfort and safety by adjusting bed rails and equipment.
- Utilized proper body mechanics and assistance devices when transferring patients, minimizing the risk of injury for both parties.
- Ensured prompt response to call lights, addressing patient needs in a timely manner.
- Provided emotional support for patients during challenging times, fostering a positive healing environment.
- Offered immediate assistance in emergency and routine paging situations to evaluate needs and deliver care.
- Cared for clients with diagnoses such as respiratory failure, diabetes, Parkinson's disease and multiple sclerosis.
- Facilitated smooth patient transitions from hospital settings to home or long-term care facilities, ensuring continuity of care throughout the process.
- Participated in fun group activities with patients to boost mood, improve overall memory, and provide light entertainment.
Graduate Practical Nurse
John Knox Village- VCC
07.2024 - 12.2024
- Collaborated with interdisciplinary team members to develop individualized care plans, promoting patient health and wellbeing.
- Promoted effective pain management strategies through close monitoring of patients'' needs and prompt reporting of changes in condition.
- Assisted in wound care for faster healing and reduced infection rates.
- Improved patient care by accurately recording vital signs and maintaining clear communication with healthcare team members.
- Completed accurate medical documentation, facilitating clear communication among healthcare providers for best possible patient outcomes.
- Efficiently managed time-sensitive tasks during high-pressure situations, ensuring all patients received appropriate attention according to their needs.
- Provided compassionate care to patients, offering emotional support and encouragement during their recovery process.
- Conferred with RN to identify patient care needs and support and prepare patient admission, transfer or discharge.
- Completed, maintained and submitted accurate and relevant clinical notes regarding patient condition and treatment plan to facilitate continuity of care.
- Monitored patient health conditions to report changes to assigned physician.
Education
Associate of Science - LPN
Concorde Career College
Kansas City, MO11-2011
Skills
- Nursing documentation
- Vital signs monitoring
- End-of-life care
- Clinical judgment
- Mental health care
- Care plan development
- Medication administration
- Critical thinking
- Wound care
- Preventative Care
- Intravenous medications
- Patient education
- Dementia knowledge and care
- Specimen collection
- Strong clinical judgment
Certification
- Intravenous Therapy Certification – State Boards or Approved Providers.
- Basic Life Support (BLS) Certification - American Heart Association.
- Licensed Practical Nurse (LPN) - Missouri Board of Nursing- Compact.
Timeline
LPN Charge Nurse
Gregory Ridge Living Center
12.2024 - Current
Graduate Practical Nurse
John Knox Village- VCC
07.2024 - 12.2024
CNA
ShiftKey
11.2021 - Current
- Intravenous Therapy Certification – State Boards or Approved Providers.
- Basic Life Support (BLS) Certification - American Heart Association.
- Licensed Practical Nurse (LPN) - Missouri Board of Nursing- Compact.
Associate of Science - LPN
Concorde Career College
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