Kathleen Craig
La Vernia
Summary
Compassionate LVN Charge Nurse experienced in delivering high standards of patient care and managing nursing staff to achieve optimal outcomes. Improved patient safety and satisfaction through effective protocol enhancements and collaborative teamwork. Excelled in clinical procedures, medication administration, patient education, and thorough documentation.
Overview
12
12
years of professional experience
1
1
year of post-secondary education
Work History
LVN Charge Nurse
GEO Immigration Center
Karnes City
01.2015 - 08.2019
- Administered medications and treatments according to healthcare provider orders.
- Monitored patient vital signs and reported changes to nursing staff.
- Managed patient care plans and coordinated with healthcare team members.
- Documented patient information accurately in electronic health records systems.
- Charted changes in patient conditions and discussed concerns with supervising healthcare provider.
- Implemented infection control measures per facility policy.
- Observed strict confidentiality and safeguarded all patient-related information.
LVN Charge Nurse
Country Care Manor
La Vernia
07.2007 - 09.2015
- Supervised daily nursing operations and staff performance at Country Care Manor.
- Administered medications and monitored patient vital signs regularly.
- Managed patient care plans and coordinated with healthcare team members.
- Conducted assessments to evaluate patient conditions and needs effectively.
- Trained new nursing staff on protocols and best practices for care delivery.
- Ensured compliance with safety regulations and quality standards in care delivery.
- Communicated effectively with families regarding patient health and treatment plans.
- Charted changes in patient conditions and discussed concerns with supervising healthcare provider.
Education
213103 - LVN
Vocational Nursing
San Antonio, Tx 05.2006 - 06.2007
John Jay High School
San Antonio, TxSkills
- Patient care management
- Medication administration
- Vital sign monitoring
- Infection control measures
- Electronic health records
- Compliance standards
- Staff training and mentoring
- Time management
- Attention to detail
- Problem solving
Resident engagement
Time missing on Resume
My husband and my sister at the same time, were diagnosed with cancer. So, my sole job was taking care of them, appointments, chemo etc. Until they both passed away. I am familiar with PCC and Caring. I would love the chance to prove myself.
Timeline
LVN Charge Nurse
GEO Immigration Center
01.2015 - 08.2019
LVN Charge Nurse
Country Care Manor
07.2007 - 09.2015
213103 - LVN
Vocational Nursing
05.2006 - 06.2007
John Jay High School