Kathy Sizemore
Saulsville,WV
Summary
Experienced nursing professional with >30years experience. Organized and dependable, successful at managing multiple priorities with a positive attitude. Willingness to take on added responsibilities to meet team goals. Ability to handle multiple projects simultaneously with a high degree of accuracy.
Overview
30
30
years of professional experience
Work History
LPN
Mountain Medical/Infinity Medical
2012.08 - Current
- Participated in ongoing professional development opportunities to enhance knowledge base and skillset as an LPN.
- Evaluated patient histories, complaints, and current symptoms.
- Utilized time management skills to prioritize tasks effectively, allowing for efficient completion of daily responsibilities.
- Reviewed patient history to verify conditions and current medications.
- Supported physicians during examinations and scans to assist with diagnostic procedures.
- Assisted physicians during examinations or procedures as needed, playing a vital role in the overall patient experience.
- Demonstrated adaptability in working with diverse patient populations across various healthcare settings.
- Monitored patient health conditions to report changes to assigned physician.
- Applied effective time management techniques to meet tight deadlines.
- Demonstrated strong organizational and time management skills while managing multiple projects.
- Excellent communication skills, both verbal and written.
- Completed paperwork, recognizing discrepancies and promptly addressing for resolution.
- Cultivated interpersonal skills by building positive relationships with others.
- Organized and detail-oriented with a strong work ethic.
- Worked well in a team setting, providing support and guidance.
LPN Charge Nurse
Rescare
2009.07 - 2012.08
- Responded to patient requests with appropriate clinical and personal assistance.
- Documented vitals and medical histories in patient charts when assessing patients and communicated patient information to physicians and other nurses for care continuity.
- Established cordial relationships with medical personnel and staff to promote teamwork and maintain positive attitude.
- 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.
- Maintained and promoted autonomy and rights of patients to provide protection and enforce dignity and respect.
- Evaluated staff performance through regular assessments, identifying areas for improvement and facilitating professional development opportunities.
- Utilized critical thinking skills to make sound clinical decisions in high-pressure situations, minimizing risks and ensuring patient safety.
- Served as charge nurse, caring for patients with serious illnesses.
- Enhanced patient care by conducting comprehensive assessments and developing individualized care plans.
- Served as a mentor to new nurses, fostering a positive work environment and promoting professional growth.
- Delegated tasks effectively, optimizing staff productivity and maintaining a well-organized nursing unit.
- Documented patient care plans and progress to enable tracking history and maintain updated records.
- Analyzed patient assessments and laboratory data to bring any issues to attention of physicians.
- Managed daily staff assignments and patient scheduling to guarantee clinic coverage and flow.
- Monitored patient health conditions to report changes to assigned physician.
- Promoted patient independence by teaching self-care skills and explaining conditions and medications.
- Streamlined medication administration processes for improved accuracy, reducing medication errors and ensuring patient safety.
- Maintained accurate medical records in accordance with established protocols, ensuring confidentiality of sensitive information at all times.
- Developed and maintained courteous and effective working relationships.
LPN Office Nurse
Oar Medical
1996.08 - 2009.07
- Prepared and administered vaccines and medications, collected specimens and performed other patient care tasks to assist physician with examinations and procedures.
- Managed inventory of medical supplies within the office, ensuring adequate stock levels while minimizing waste through effective organization strategies.
- Collaborated with interdisciplinary team members to develop individualized care plans for each patient based on their specific needs.
- Streamlined appointment scheduling processes, resulting in reduced wait times and increased patient satisfaction.
- Conducted thorough assessments of vital signs, lab results, and physical status to identify potential concerns and inform appropriate interventions.
- Supported diagnoses by taking blood samples from patients for laboratory testing.
- Completed paperwork and prior authorizations and scheduled appointments for patients.
- Improved patient experience by providing compassionate and attentive nursing services in a busy office setting.
- Reinforced health education, counseling and advice to patients and families and assessed patient educational needs, prioritized patient learning needs, identified barriers to learning and used educational tools to encourage non-adherent patients.
- Clearly and thoroughly explained diagnoses, treatment options and procedures to patients and loved ones, checking in to verify understanding.
- Assisted with minor surgical procedures, ensuring proper sterilization techniques and adherence to safety protocols.
- Demonstrated adaptability by efficiently managing unexpected changes in schedules or staffing situations without compromising patient care quality or timeliness of services rendered.
- Assisted in maintaining a clean and organized office environment by performing housekeeping tasks such as disposing of biohazardous waste, sanitizing exam rooms, and restocking supplies as needed.
- Assessed patient health status based upon presented symptoms and directed patient to appropriate level of care or acceptable alternative venue.
- Took samples to complete diagnostic and routine assessment tests.
- Responded to patient requests with appropriate clinical and personal assistance.
- Administered medications and injections to patients.
- Tracked, reviewed and monitored diagnostic test results and assisted in management of patient care between visits.
- Implemented infection control measures throughout the office environment to maintain a safe atmosphere for both staff members and patients alike.
- Educated patients and families on disease processes, medications and treatments.
- Sterilized instruments and equipment and stocked unexpired supplies and medications to prepare patient care areas.
- Developed strong rapport with patients and their families, fostering trust and open communication during sensitive medical situations.
- Served as a liaison between patients and healthcare providers, facilitating clear communication regarding treatment plans and expectations.
- Prepared patients for diagnostic testing procedures by explaining the process, providing reassurance, and answering any questions they may have.
- Provided health education to patients on various topics such as medication management, disease prevention, and self-care strategies.
- Proved successful working within tight deadlines and a fast-paced environment.
- Adaptable and proficient in learning new concepts quickly and efficiently.
- Learned and adapted quickly to new technology and software applications.
- Excellent communication skills, both verbal and written.
- Developed strong organizational and communication skills through coursework and volunteer activities.
- Self-motivated, with a strong sense of personal responsibility.
- Organized and detail-oriented with a strong work ethic.
LPN Charge Nurse
Kelly Medical/Primary Care Plus
1996.08 - 1998.01
- Educated patients to provide information on health promotion and disease prevention.
- Protected patients and healthcare team members from infection by sterilizing equipment and reusable supplies.
- Assisted physicians during procedures, demonstrating strong clinical knowledge and attention to detail for successful outcomes.
- Responded to patient requests with appropriate clinical and personal assistance.
- Participated in development and implementation of quality improvement initiatives to raise healthcare standards.
- Delivered emotional support to patients and families during challenging times.
- Documented vitals and medical histories in patient charts when assessing patients and communicated patient information to physicians and other nurses for care continuity.
- Established cordial relationships with medical personnel and staff to promote teamwork and maintain positive attitude.
- 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.
- Maintained and promoted autonomy and rights of patients to provide protection and enforce dignity and respect.
- Updated patient medical records with services provided, health conditions, and response to treatments using EHR.
- Served as charge nurse, caring for patients with serious illnesses.
- Administered medications and injections to patients.
- Served as a mentor to new nurses, fostering a positive work environment and promoting professional growth.
- Provided patient education on health care issues and prescribed medications.
- Led and mentored newly licensed nurses and nursing students to develop professional expertise.
- Self-motivated, with a strong sense of personal responsibility.
- Proved successful working within tight deadlines and a fast-paced environment.
- Developed and maintained courteous and effective working relationships.
- Paid attention to detail while completing assignments.
- Proven ability to learn quickly and adapt to new situations.
- Worked flexible hours across night, weekend, and holiday shifts.
LPN
Pinecrest Hospital
1993.09 - 1996.08
- Obtained patient vital signs and input/output measurements from inpatients.
- Performed wound care treatments using sterile techniques, promoting healing and preventing complications.
- Monitored, tracked, and conveyed important patient information to healthcare staff to help optimize treatment planning and care delivery.
- Participated in ongoing professional development opportunities to enhance knowledge base and skillset as an LPN.
- Performed routine evaluations of each patient's status, needs, and preferences.
- Enhanced patient satisfaction levels through effective communication and empathetic listening skills.
- Clearly and thoroughly explained diagnoses, treatment options and procedures to patients and loved ones, checking in to verify understanding.
- Evaluated patient histories, complaints, and current symptoms.
- Gathered lab specimens, ordered testing, and interpreted results to diagnose patients.
- Provided emotional support to patients and families during difficult times, fostering positive relationships built on trust and compassion.
- Cared for wounds, provided treatments, and assisted with procedures.
- Adhered to treatment plan instructions when administering medications and treatments to patients.
- Provided compassionate end-of-life care, ensuring that patients were comfortable and families felt supported during the process.
- Utilized time management skills to prioritize tasks effectively, allowing for efficient completion of daily responsibilities.
- Reviewed patient history to verify conditions and current medications.
- Supported physicians during examinations and scans to assist with diagnostic procedures.
- Managed patient care through closely monitoring respiration, blood pressure, and blood glucose levels.
- Assisted physicians during procedures, demonstrating strong clinical knowledge and attention to detail for successful outcomes.
- Evaluated staff performance through regular assessments, identifying areas for improvement and facilitating professional development opportunities.
- Maintained and promoted autonomy and rights of patients to provide protection and enforce dignity and respect.
Education
LPN - Practical Nursing
Raleigh County VoTech
Beckley08.1993
Skills
- Medical examination
- Adaptable and Flexible
- EMR / EHR
- Information Compiling and Auditing
- Clinical judgment
- Clinical Documentation
- ICD-10
- Geriatric Nursing
- Healthcare Common Procedure Coding System HCPCS
- Patient Observation
- Critical Thinking
- Dementia Knowledge and Care
- Procedure Explanation
- Nursing Ethics
- HIPAA Compliance
- Responsible and Dependable
salary
My salary for past few years has not reflected any increase in pandemic or cost of living pay. I will not be taking any insurance this company has offered due to my husband providing insurance coverage for me. I think fair pay for my experience/position is $60-65,000/yr.
Timeline
LPN
Mountain Medical/Infinity Medical
2012.08 - Current
LPN Charge Nurse
Rescare
2009.07 - 2012.08
LPN Office Nurse
Oar Medical
1996.08 - 2009.07
LPN Charge Nurse
Kelly Medical/Primary Care Plus
1996.08 - 1998.01
LPN
Pinecrest Hospital
1993.09 - 1996.08
LPN - Practical Nursing
Raleigh County VoTech
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