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Katie Edwards

Arlington,MA

Summary

Proven Licensed Practical Nurse with a track record of enhancing patient outcomes at Aviva Country Club Heights. Skilled in medication administration and fostering interdisciplinary collaboration, demonstrated by a continuous quality improvement in care delivery. Excels in direct patient care and clinical documentation, ensuring compliance and superior care. Proficient and caring nursing team member offering over 45+ years of patient-facing experience. Addresses patient needs with compassionate care and attention to detail. Diligent about maximizing satisfaction, safety and wellness while serving patients of all backgrounds.

Overview

36
36
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification

Work History

Licensed Practical Nurse

Aviva Country Club Heights
02.2020 - 03.2024
  • Improved patient outcomes by administering medications, monitoring vital signs, and documenting relevant information.
  • Cared for wounds, provided treatments, and assisted with procedures.
  • Assisted with admissions, appointments, transfers, and discharges.
  • Collaborated with interdisciplinary healthcare teams to ensure continuous quality improvement in patient care delivery.
  • Documented accurate and complete patient information to address patient problems and expected outcomes.
  • Managed patient care through closely monitoring respiration, blood pressure, and blood glucose levels.
  • Facilitated efficient communication between patients, families, and healthcare providers to promote continuity of care across settings.

Licensed Practical Nurse

Suffolk County House Of Correction
01.1988 - 12.2014
  • Improved patient outcomes by administering medications, monitoring vital signs, and documenting relevant information.
  • Cared for wounds, provided treatments, and assisted with procedures.
  • Assisted with admissions, appointments, transfers, and discharges.
  • Collaborated with interdisciplinary healthcare teams to ensure continuous quality improvement in patient care delivery.
  • Documented accurate and complete patient information to address patient problems and expected outcomes.

Education

Nursing - Practical Nursing

School of Practical Nursing
Boston, MA
08.1972

Skills

  • Medication Administration
  • Direct Patient Care
  • Vital signs monitoring
  • HIPAA Compliance
  • Wound Care
  • Clinical Documentation
  • Geriatric Care
  • Vital signs
  • Emergency Response
  • Patient triaging
  • Certified in CPR/AED
  • Nursing Staff Supervision

Certification

  • Licensed Practical Nurse, LN29239 (Expiration: 3/14/2025)

Timeline

Licensed Practical Nurse

Aviva Country Club Heights
02.2020 - 03.2024

Licensed Practical Nurse

Suffolk County House Of Correction
01.1988 - 12.2014

Nursing - Practical Nursing

School of Practical Nursing
  • Licensed Practical Nurse, LN29239 (Expiration: 3/14/2025)
Katie Edwards