Kathy Groah
Findlay,OH
Summary
Adaptable LPN with strong experience in psychiatric support, patient observation, and emergency response. Recognized for accurate charting, therapeutic communication, and steady care during high-pressure situations. Focused on patient safety and efficient coordination with nursing teams.
Overview
8
8
years of professional experience
Work History
Licensed Practical Nurse
William R. Sharpe Jr. Hospital
Weston, West Virginia
08.2021 - Current
- Administered medications and monitored reactions under licensed nursing protocols.
- Monitored and documented changes in patient conditions, promptly reporting significant updates to registered nurse or physician.
- Documented patient assessments, vitals, and care plans in medical records.
- Communicated concerns regarding patients' status, care and environment to nursing supervisors, clinical care supervisors and case managers.
- Supported patients with daily activities to enhance independence and overall well-being.
- Supported psychiatric treatment teams with patient observations and shift reports.
- Responded to crisis situations using calm therapeutic communication and safety procedures.
- Handled emergency situations effectively in accordance with protocols. promptly according to established protocols.
- Charted changes in patient conditions and discussed concerns with supervising healthcare provider.
- Coordinated communication among patients, family members, and healthcare professionals to ensure comprehensive care.
LPN Office Nurse
Camden Family Medical
Westn, WV
02.2019 - 07.2021
- Administered medications and injections per provider orders in family practice.
- Assist physicians during routine and specialized medical procedures, maintaining sterile environments.
- Monitor patient vital signs, reporting any changes to the healthcare team promptly.
- Prepare patients for examinations, ensuring comfort and readiness for medical procedures.
- Managed medications for multiple patients simultaneously while adhering to safety protocols.
- Conducted physical assessments of patients, such as measuring vital signs, height, weight.
- Collected vital signs and documented assessments in electronic medical records.
- Assisted providers with procedures, treatments, and patient education materials.
- Triaged patient calls and routed concerns to nursing or provider staff.
- Managed patient intake process by gathering necessary information and assisting with paperwork. and rooming for Camden family medical office visits.
- Processed prescription refills by verifying patient information and communicating with pharmacies. and communicated pharmacy requests with office protocols.
- Supported appointment scheduling and follow-up care for Camden family medicine patients.
- Answered telephones promptly and courteously while scheduling appointments for patients.
- Prepared specimens for laboratory analysis by labeling correctly according to policies.
- Organized medical supplies and equipment to maintain a safe and efficient work environment.
- Documented all treatments given in accordance with established guidelines.
- Performed basic laboratory tests, such as urinalysis or blood draws.
- Provided education to patients on proper wound care techniques to promote healing following surgery or injury.
- Inoculated and vaccinated patients to immunize against communicable diseases.
- Observed strict confidentiality and safeguarded all patient-related information.
- Conducted triage assessments to prioritize patient care based on urgency of medical needs. to maximize team productivity and effectiveness.
Education
Associate of Applied Science - Nursing
Pierpont Technical School
Fairmont, WV05-2016
Skills
- Medication administration
- Medication dispensing
- Immunization administration
- Patient assessment
- Patient evaluations
- Vital signs monitoring
- Crisis response
- Clinical judgment
- Patient safety protocols
- Wound care
- Patient education
- Infection control
- Specimen collection
- Samples collection
- Documentation accuracy
- Clinical documentation
- Charting
- Medical records management
- Care coordination
- Task delegation
- Attention to detail
- Relationship management
- Diabetes management
- Clinical documentation
- Samples collection
Accomplishments
- Top LPN award
Timeline
Licensed Practical Nurse
William R. Sharpe Jr. Hospital
08.2021 - Current
LPN Office Nurse
Camden Family Medical
02.2019 - 07.2021
Associate of Applied Science - Nursing
Pierpont Technical School