Kathy Hatfield
Poplar Bluff,MO
Summary
Skilled Licensed Practical Nurse offering 9+ years of experience in the field. Knowledgeable about assisting with non-invasive procedures and performing respiratory treatments. Strong documentation skills and a firm grasp of compliance requirements. Dedicated LPN possessing extraordinary work ethic and strong patient service record. Highly flexible scheduling availability, including weekends, overnights and evenings. Strong proficiency in variety of medical procedures, including medication administration. Committed professional with 9 years of experience in clinical, home health and acute care environments. Team collaborator willing to adapt to new procedural and technical requirements with enthusiastic support. Expertise in vital signs monitoring and medication administration. Proficient and caring nursing team member offering outstanding patient-facing experience. Adept at addressing patient needs with compassionate care and attention to detail. Diligent about maximizing satisfaction, safety and wellness while serving patients of all backgrounds.
Overview
13
13
years of professional experience
Work History
LPN
Department Of Veterans Affairs
Poplar Bluff, MO
04.2018 - Current
- Monitored, tracked and conveyed important patient information to healthcare staff to help optimize treatment planning and care delivery.
- Cared for wounds, provided treatments and assisted with procedures.
- Managed patient care through closely monitoring respiration, blood pressure and blood glucose levels.
- Answered incoming phone calls from patients to provide basic assistance and triage medical concerns.
- Obtained biological specimens for ordered tests and prepared for laboratory transport.
- Gathered lab specimens, ordered testing and interpreted results to diagnose patients.
- Obtained patient vital signs and input/output measurements from inpatients.
- Minimized staff and patient infection risk by cleaning and disinfecting equipment instruments.
LPN
Phoenix Home Health
Poplar Bluff , MO
04.2015 - 04.2018
- Monitored, tracked and conveyed important patient information to healthcare staff to help optimize treatment planning and care delivery.
- Cared for wounds, provided treatments and assisted with procedures.
- Managed patient care through closely monitoring respiration, blood pressure and blood glucose levels.
- Answered incoming phone calls from patients to provide basic assistance and triage medical concerns.
LPN
Poplar Bluff Regional Medical Center
Poplar Bluff , MO
04.2014 - 04.2015
- Monitored, tracked and conveyed important patient information to healthcare staff to help optimize treatment planning and care delivery.
- Cared for wounds, provided treatments and assisted with procedures.
- Managed patient care through closely monitoring respiration, blood pressure and blood glucose levels.
- Answered incoming phone calls from patients to provide basic assistance and triage medical concerns.
- Cared for over 6 Medical and Surgical patients each day with quality-driven support.
- Obtained biological specimens for ordered tests and prepared for laboratory transport.
- Monitored and tracked patients vitals and I's and O's.
- Gathered lab specimens, ordered testing and interpreted results to diagnose patients.
- Obtained patient vital signs and input/output measurements from inpatients.
LPN
Private Duty
Poplar Bluff, MO
03.2012 - 04.2014
- Monitored, tracked and conveyed important patient information to healthcare staff to help optimize treatment planning and care delivery.
- Cared for wounds, provided treatments and assisted with procedures.
- Managed patient care through closely monitoring respiration, blood pressure and blood glucose levels.
- Answered incoming phone calls from patients to provide basic assistance and triage medical concerns.
LPN
The Manor
Poplar Bluff, MO
08.2012 - 07.2013
- Monitored, tracked and conveyed important patient information to healthcare staff to help optimize treatment planning and care delivery.
- Cared for wounds, provided treatments and assisted with procedures.
- Managed patient care through closely monitoring respiration, blood pressure and blood glucose levels.
- Answered incoming phone calls from patients to provide basic assistance and triage medical concerns.
Education
No Degree - Nursing
Three Rivers Community College
Poplar Bluff, MONo Degree - Nursing
Black River Technical College
Pocahontas, ARLPN - Nursing
Poplar Bluff Technical Career Center
Poplar Bluff, MO07.2012
Skills
- Wound Dressing
- Performance Monitoring
- Conditions Reporting
- Staff Supervision
- Patient Charting
- Activities of Daily Living ADLs
- Medication Administration
- Call Answering and Assistance
- Interdisciplinary Team Collaboration
- Patient Positioning and Transporting
Accomplishments
Managed staff at skilled nursing facilities. Delegated appropriate task to trained staff members. Collaborated with health care team.
Nursing in Excellence Award in 2020
Awarded the LPN Nursing in Excellence Award in 2020.
Timeline
LPN
Department Of Veterans Affairs
04.2018 - Current
LPN
Phoenix Home Health
04.2015 - 04.2018
LPN
Poplar Bluff Regional Medical Center
04.2014 - 04.2015
LPN
The Manor
08.2012 - 07.2013
LPN
Private Duty
03.2012 - 04.2014
No Degree - Nursing
Three Rivers Community College
No Degree - Nursing
Black River Technical College
LPN - Nursing
Poplar Bluff Technical Career Center
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