Kathuenky Raymond
Boynton Beach
Summary
Dynamic LPN Charge Nurse with a proven track record at Discovery Village at Boynton Beach, enhancing patient care through effective medication administration and critical thinking. Skilled in infection control and nursing staff supervision, I led quality improvement initiatives that significantly boosted patient satisfaction and safety. Committed to compassionate care and teamwork.
Overview
8
8
years of professional experience
Work History
Licensed Practical Nurse
Complete Home Health Agency
01.2020 - Current
- Delivered patient-centered care, ensuring adherence to individualized care plans and promoting optimal health outcomes.
- Educated patients and families on disease management, medication adherence, and preventive health strategies.
- Collaborated with interdisciplinary teams to develop comprehensive treatment plans tailored to patient needs.
- Conducted thorough assessments of patient health status, identifying changes and adjusting care as necessary.
- Maintained accurate documentation of patient interactions, treatment progress, and compliance with regulatory standards.
LPN Charge Nurse
Discovery Village at Boynton Beach
10.2018 - Current
- Supervised nursing staff to ensure compliance with health regulations and quality standards.
- Coordinated patient care plans in collaboration with interdisciplinary teams for optimized outcomes.
- Administered medications and monitored patient responses to enhance safety and effectiveness of treatment.
- Developed training programs for new staff, improving onboarding efficiency and team performance.
- Implemented infection control protocols, significantly reducing risk of hospital-acquired infections.
- Conducted regular assessments of patient conditions, documenting changes and communicating with healthcare providers effectively.
- Led quality improvement initiatives that enhanced overall patient satisfaction and care delivery processes.
- Assessed patients' temperature, pulse, and blood pressure and recorded in electronic medical records.
- Delegated tasks effectively, optimizing staff productivity and maintaining a well-organized nursing unit.
- Assembled and used equipment such as catheters, oxygen suppliers 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.
- Provided compassionate end-of-life care, supporting patients and their families through difficult times.
- 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.
- Developed strong relationships with patients'' families, keeping them informed of progress reports and collaborating on decisions regarding their loved ones'' healthcare plans.
- Maintained accurate medical records in accordance with established protocols, ensuring confidentiality of sensitive information at all times.
- Managed daily staff assignments and patient scheduling to guarantee clinic coverage and flow.
- Improved infection control measures by closely monitoring staff adherence to proper hand hygiene protocols.
- Implemented evidence-based nursing practices to improve patient health and maintain compliance with regulatory standards.
- Collaborated with interdisciplinary team members to optimize patient outcomes and deliver high-quality care.
Skilled Nurse
Manor Care of Boca Raton
07.2017 - 09.2022
- Administered medications and treatments according to established protocols and patient care plans.
- Monitored patient vital signs, documenting changes and reporting concerns to healthcare team.
- Educated patients and families on health management, promoting adherence to treatment regimens.
- Collaborated with multidisciplinary teams to develop individualized care strategies for complex cases.
- Led quality improvement initiatives, enhancing patient safety and satisfaction through process optimization.
- Implemented infection control protocols, significantly reducing hospital-acquired infections within unit.
- Applied strong critical thinking skills during emergency situations to act swiftly under pressure while maintaining a clear focus on the delivery of safe and effective interventions.
- Conducted regular rounds on assigned patients, diligently monitoring vital signs and symptoms, effectively anticipating emerging issues or complications.
- Enhanced patient recovery by implementing personalized care plans and administering medications accurately.
- Managed complex wound care treatments, contributing to improved healing rates and decreased infection risks.
Education
Associate of Science - Nursing Education
Palm Beach State College
Lake Worth, FL05-2018
Associate Degree in Nursing - Licensed Practical Nursing
Keiser Career College
Belvedere Okeechobee05-2010
Skills
- Vital signs monitoring
- Nursing documentation
- Geriatric care
- End-of-life care
- Home health care
- Emergency care
- Clinical judgment
- Mental health care
- Critical thinking
- Medication administration
- Patient charting
- Wound care
- Patient education
- Intravenous medications
- Dementia knowledge and care
- Specimen collection
- CPR/AED
- Responsible and dependable
- Physical assessments
- Infection control
- Nursing staff supervision
- Attention to detail
- HIPAA compliance
- Activities of daily living adls
- Patient support
- Strong clinical judgment
- Time management
- Problem-solving
- Teamwork and collaboration
- Reliability
- Active listening
- Patient care
- Organizational skills
Timeline
Licensed Practical Nurse
Complete Home Health Agency
01.2020 - Current
LPN Charge Nurse
Discovery Village at Boynton Beach
10.2018 - Current
Skilled Nurse
Manor Care of Boca Raton
07.2017 - 09.2022
Associate of Science - Nursing Education
Palm Beach State College
Associate Degree in Nursing - Licensed Practical Nursing
Keiser Career College
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