Kayla Bartholamew
Bridge City,Tx
Summary
Dedicated LVN with a proven track record at SouthWest Texas Home Health, excelling in compassionate care and clinical documentation. Expert in wound care and diabetes management, successfully reducing hospital readmissions through proactive patient monitoring. Committed to empowering patients with education and fostering seamless communication among healthcare teams.
Licensed Vocational Nurse with robust patient care skills and comprehensive understanding of medical procedures. Capable of adapting to varying clinical environments while maintaining high standards and delivering results. Proven ability to collaborate effectively with healthcare teams, ensuring quality patient outcomes and seamless operational flow. Skilled in patient assessment, administering medication, and maintaining accurate medical records, with strong emphasis on empathy and reliability.
Overview
2026
2026
years of professional experience
Work History
LVN
SouthWest Texas Home Health
Bride City, TX
02.2010 - Current
- Provided physical assessments, medication, and chronic disease management to home health patients.
- Documented accurate and complete patient information to address patient problems and expected outcomes.
- Provided high-quality wound care, reducing the risk of infection and promoting timely healing.
- Mentored new LVN hires through the orientation process, sharing expertise to support their integration into the team successfully.
- Streamlined documentation processes by maintaining accurate medical records through electronic charting systems.
- Performed IV therapy treatments safely and accurately, as ordered by physicians.
- Educated patients and their families on disease management, medication administration, and at-home care techniques, empowering them to take control of their health.
- Reduced hospital readmissions by closely monitoring patients'' progress and adjusting care plans as needed.
- Facilitated seamless coordination between physicians, specialists, therapists, and family members to ensure comprehensive patient support.
- Maintained patient privacy and confidentiality by adhering to HIPAA regulations and organizational policies at all times.
- Calling physicians, taking verbal orders via phone and fax
- Monitored vital signs and assessed patients regularly, swiftly identifying any changes in condition and addressing concerns promptly.
- Performed routine evaluations of each patient's status, needs, and preferences.
- Provided diagnosis information, treatment possibilities, disease management tips and wound care advice to patients, loved ones and caregivers.
CNA
SouthWest Texas Home Health
2006 - 2007
- Assisted patients with daily living activities, promoting independence and dignity.
- Checked patient vitals such as temperature, blood pressure, and blood sugar levels.
- Promoted good oral and personal hygiene by aiding patients with shaving, bathing, and teeth brushing.
- Enhanced patient satisfaction by providing compassionate and attentive care.
- Utilized proper body mechanics and assistance devices when transferring patients, minimizing the risk of injury for both parties.
- Delivered individualized patient care by recording vital signs, documenting observations, administering treatments, and evaluating patient needs.
- Implemented fall prevention measures by identifying high-risk patients and maintaining clutter-free environments around bedsides.
- Provided emotional support for patients during challenging times, fostering a positive healing environment.
- Prevented cross-contamination by cleaning and sterilizing equipment.
- Promoted infection control practices within the facility by adhering to strict hand hygiene procedures and utilizing personal protective equipment when necessary.
Education
Nursing
Lamar State College
Orange, TexasSkills
- Compassionate care
- Charting and recording
- Diabetes management
- Clinical documentation
- Wound care
- Infection control
- Patient observation
- Vital signs monitoring
- Immunization administration
- Catheter care
- HIPAA Protocols
- IV therapy
- Patient education
Timeline
LVN
SouthWest Texas Home Health
02.2010 - Current
CNA
SouthWest Texas Home Health
2006 - 2007
Nursing
Lamar State College
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