Kathryn Coulter
Lawrence,KS
Summary
Versatile Licensed Practical Nurse with over 16 years of experience in patient care and infection control. Known for attention to detail and team collaboration, consistently providing quality nursing care while effectively communicating with patients and healthcare teams.
Overview
2027
2027
years of professional experience
Work History
Licensed Practical Nurse
Advent Health Medical Group
Lawrence, KS
06.2023 - Current
- Provided patient care in accordance with physicians' orders and nursing standards of practice.
- Maintained a safe environment by following infection control policies and procedures.
- Communicated patient care plans and concerns effectively with patients, families, healthcare team members, and other stakeholders to ensure coordinated care.
- Adhered to facility policies and procedures while providing quality nursing care.
- Ensured that all clinical documentation is accurate and up-to-date in the electronic medical record system.
- Worked as part of healthcare team to assess patient needs, plan and modify care and implement interventions.
- Charted changes in patient conditions and discussed concerns with supervising healthcare provider.
- Gathered biological samples from patients for laboratory testing procedures. and packaged for laboratory transport to complete diagnostic tests.
- Coordinated scheduling of follow-up appointments with primary care providers.
- Coordinated referrals to specialty services.
- Answered patients' calls to determine how to assist.
- Addressed patient inquiries by providing necessary support and information., identified issues, and determined how best to provide assistance within parameters established by facility and supervisor.
- Conducted triage assessments to prioritize patient needs and enhance overall team effectiveness.
Licensed Practical Nurse
Lawrence Memorial Hospital
Lawrence, KS
12.2013 - 06.2023
- Administered medications while monitoring patient responses to treatment.
- Provided patient care in accordance with physicians' orders and nursing standards of practice.
- Assisted healthcare professionals in conducting comprehensive patient assessments and developing care plans to enhance patient outcomes.
- Collected vital signs and documented changes in patient conditions to ensure accurate and timely medical records.
- Maintained a safe environment by following infection control policies and procedures.
- Communicated effectively with patients, family members, healthcare team members, and other stakeholders regarding patient care plans or concerns.
- Ensured that all clinical documentation is accurate and up-to-date in the electronic medical record system.
- Maintained cleanliness and organization of medical equipment and supplies to ensure readiness.
- Performed routine responsibilities to maintain smooth workflow and uphold service quality.
- Collected biological specimens and packaged for laboratory transport to complete diagnostic tests.
- Coordinated referrals for specialty services to facilitate timely access to necessary treatments.
- Answered patient calls, identified issues, and determined how best to provide assistance within parameters established by facility and supervisor.
- Worked as part of healthcare team to assess patient needs, plan and modify care and implement interventions.
Licensed Practical Nurse
Reed Medical Group
Lawrence, KS
2007 - 2013
- Administered medications and monitored patient responses to treatment.
- Assisted healthcare professionals with patient assessments and care plans.
- Collected vital signs and documented changes in patient conditions.
- Provided education and support to patients and families regarding care procedures.
- Maintained cleanliness and organization of medical equipment and supplies.
- Developed rapport with patients to enhance comfort during medical procedures.
- Provided patient care in accordance with physicians' orders and nursing standards of practice.
Education
LPN - Nursing
Kaw Area Tech
01-2005
Neosho Community
Ottawa, KS01-2003
Certificate - Medical Assistant
Concord Career
01-1990
High School Diploma -
LAwrence High
Lawrence, KS01-1985
Skills
- Licensed practical nurse
- Patient assessment
- Medication administration
- Vital signs monitoring
- Clinical documentation
- Documentation accuracy
- EMR / EHR
- Infection control
- Triage procedures
- Patient intake
- Samples collection
- Care coordination
- Patient scheduling
- Patient triaging
- Direct patient care
- Wound care
- Immunization administration
- Clinical judgment
- Medical records management
- Health education
- Family support education
- Patient education
- Effective communication
- Family communication
- Patient relationship building
- Attention to detail
- Multitasking
- Team collaboration
- Verbal communication
- Emotional intelligence
- HIPAA compliance
- Incident reporting
- Tuberculosis testing
- Basic care assistance
- EKG administration
- Patient relationship building
- Verbal communication
- Incident reporting
Timeline
Licensed Practical Nurse
Advent Health Medical Group
06.2023 - Current
Licensed Practical Nurse
Lawrence Memorial Hospital
12.2013 - 06.2023
Licensed Practical Nurse
Reed Medical Group
2007 - 2013
LPN - Nursing
Kaw Area Tech
Neosho Community
Certificate - Medical Assistant
Concord Career
High School Diploma -
LAwrence High