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Kayce Farnsworth

Shady Spring,WV

Summary

Patient-oriented nursing professional with hands-on experience in delivering quality direct and indirect patient care to individuals in multiple settings. Skillfully completes tasks and fosters relationships with patients, caregivers and coworkers to drive patient care goals and advance nursing philosophies. LPN with very strong experience in several settings including Emergency/Trauma, Long Term Care, Urgent Care and Medical/Surgical

Overview

10
10
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification

Work History

Licensed Practical Nurse

Raleigh General Hospital
Beckley, WV
07.2016 - Current
  • Provided patient care in accordance with physicians' orders and nursing standards of practice.
  • Administered medications and treatments according to established protocols.
  • Communicated effectively with patients, family members, healthcare team members, and other stakeholders regarding patient care plans or concerns
  • Provided emotional support to patients dealing with illness or injury related issues.
  • Managed emergency situations promptly according to established protocols.
  • Administered medications through IV line according to physician orders.
  • Performed venipunctures and capillary punctures on patients of all ages.
  • Assessed and evaluated patient care needs, prioritized treatment, and maintained patient flow.
  • Provided emergency medical services to patients with serious injuries or illnesses.
  • Collaborated with other departments within the health system to ensure continuity of care for all patients.
  • Educated patients on their conditions, medications, treatments, and follow-up care instructions.
  • Initiated CPR and BLS protocols when necessary to resuscitate patients.
  • Provided emotional support to families during difficult times due to illness or injury of a loved one.
  • Performed bedside nursing care, including administering medications and treatments as prescribed by the physician.

LPN

Stonerise Healthcare
Rainelle, WV
09.2016 - 01.2024
  • Provided nursing care to elderly residents in long-term care setting, ensuring their physical and emotional needs were met.
  • Monitored vital signs such as blood pressure, pulse rate, temperature and respiration rates regularly throughout shift.
  • Maintained accurate documentation of all patient information according to established policies and procedures.
  • Collaborated across departments to meet residents' long-term care needs.
  • Responded promptly to changes in conditions and emergency situations to deliver expert care in line with good practices and patients' wishes.
  • Responded to emergency situations with speed, expertise and level-headed approaches to provide optimal care, support and life-saving interventions.
  • Administered oral, IV and intra-muscular medications and monitored patient reactions.
  • Maintained strict patient data procedures to comply with HIPAA laws and prevent information breaches.

LPN - MED/Surgical Nurse

Charleston Area Medical Center Health System Inc.
Charleston, WV
01.2018 - 09.2021
  • Performed routine laboratory tests including urinalysis, blood glucose monitoring and others.
  • Monitored patient progress during treatments or procedures, reporting any abnormalities to the healthcare team immediately.
  • Performed wound care including changing dressings, cleaning wounds, applying ointments and medications and providing other necessary treatments.
  • Prepared equipment for use during treatments such as setting up IV lines or placing catheters correctly according to hospital policies.
  • Coordinated with doctors and registered nurses to develop care plans for patients.
  • Collected and documented vital signs to track current patient conditions.
  • Interviewed patients to obtain medical history.
  • Used sterile techniques to prepare patients for procedures.
  • Answered patient calls, identified issues and determined how best to provide assistance within parameters established by facility and supervisor.
  • Communicated with patients with compassion while keeping medical information private.
  • Collected blood, urine or sputum from patients to perform routine laboratory tests.
  • Provided bedside nursing care for acutely ill patients in a variety of settings.

Phlebotomist

Raleigh General Hospital
Beckley, WV
02.2015 - 07.2016
  • Performed venipuncture and other blood collection procedures according to established standards.
  • Maintained a clean, safe, and organized work environment.
  • Verified patient information prior to specimen collection.
  • Educated patients on proper blood draw techniques.
  • Followed all safety protocols when handling hazardous materials.
  • Adhered to HIPAA guidelines regarding patient privacy.

Education

Nursing

Academy of Careers And Technology
Beckley, WV
07-2016

Phlebotomy Diploma

Pierpont Community and Technical College
Fairmont, WV
05-2014

High School Diploma -

Greenbrier West High School
Charmco, WV
05-2013

Skills

  • Clinical Documentation
  • Medication Administration
  • Multi-tasking and prioritization
  • Patient Assessments
  • HIPAA Compliance
  • Direct Patient Care
  • Emergency Response
  • Empathetic and compassionate
  • Samples collection
  • Wound Care

Certification

  • West Virginia State Practical Nursing License

References

References available upon request.

Timeline

LPN - MED/Surgical Nurse

Charleston Area Medical Center Health System Inc.
01.2018 - 09.2021

LPN

Stonerise Healthcare
09.2016 - 01.2024

Licensed Practical Nurse

Raleigh General Hospital
07.2016 - Current

Phlebotomist

Raleigh General Hospital
02.2015 - 07.2016

Nursing

Academy of Careers And Technology

Phlebotomy Diploma

Pierpont Community and Technical College

High School Diploma -

Greenbrier West High School

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