Kayla Jordan
Allentown,PA
Summary
As an LPN working in a hand full of diverse nursing settings it has been a pleasure to grow in my career. I continue my education at Lehigh Carbon Community College to obtain my Associates Degree and become a Registered Nurse. My ultimate goal is to become a Nurse Practitioner and work in the Emergency Department. Caring for people comes very natural to me and I genuinely enjoy the work I do.
Overview
6
6
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
LPN Nursing Supervisor
Manor Care
03.2018 - 06.2020
- Supported diagnoses by taking blood samples from patients for laboratory testing.
- Directed patient discharge procedures to provide departing patients with needed aftercare and avoid readmissions.
- Promoted professional development opportunities to encourage nurses to pursue continuous training.
- Reduced medication errors by implementing thorough checks and balances during medication administration processes.
- Delivered emotional support to patients and families during challenging times.
- Enhanced patient care by ensuring adherence to nursing policies, procedures, and standards.
- Reviewed patient transfer records routinely to verify patients received appropriate levels of care.
Agency LPN
General Healthcare Resources Inc.
03.2019 - 10.2021
- Traveled to various skilled nursing facilities including drug and alcohol rehab and group homes.
- Documented accurate and complete patient information to address patient problems and expected outcomes.
- Protected patients and healthcare team members from infection by sterilizing equipment and reusable supplies.
- Provided diagnosis information, treatment possibilities, disease management tips and wound care advice to patients, loved ones and caregivers.
- Collaborated with interdisciplinary team of healthcare and social service providers to address patients' needs through effective intervention and care planning.
- Assisted with feeding and monitored intake to help patients achieve nutritional objectives.
- Promoted patient safety by adhering to infection control protocols, maintaining a clean environment, and reporting any concerns promptly.
Agency LPN
Medical Staffing Network
05.2019 - 10.2021
- Traveled to several skilled nursing facilities.
- Documented accurate and complete patient information to address patient problems and expected outcomes.
- Protected patients and healthcare team members from infection by sterilizing equipment and reusable supplies.
- Collaborated with interdisciplinary team of healthcare and social service providers to address patients' needs through effective intervention and care planning.
- Responded to patient requests with appropriate clinical and personal assistance.
- Offered immediate assistance in emergency and routine paging situations to evaluate needs and deliver care.
- Monitored, tracked, and conveyed important patient information to healthcare staff to help optimize treatment planning and care delivery.
Agency LPN
Dedicated Nursing Association Inc.
06.2020 - 10.2021
- Traveled to patient's homes treating their wounds including wound vacs, flushing and changing indwelling foley catheters, and assisting with Peg tube feedings.
- Documented accurate and complete patient information to address patient problems and expected outcomes.
- Protected patients and healthcare team members from infection by sterilizing equipment and reusable supplies.
- Performed routine evaluations of each patient's status, needs, and preferences.
- Responded to patient requests with appropriate clinical and personal assistance.
- Offered immediate assistance in emergency and routine paging situations to evaluate needs and deliver care.
- Obtained patient vital signs and input/output measurements from inpatients.
- Monitored patient health conditions to report changes to assigned physician.
Travel LPN
Vital Workforce Solutions
10.2021 - 01.2024
- Patient medication teachings
- Administered injections
- Improved patient satisfaction by providing high-quality nursing care and addressing individual needs during travel assignments.
- Ensured compliance with infection control measures by implementing strict hygiene practices within travel-based healthcare facilities.
- IV infusion nurse
- Monitored patient health conditions to report changes to assigned physician.
- Taught patients how to improve lifestyle choices, dramatically reducing chance of symptom reoccurrence.
- Promoted healthy lifestyle choices among patients by offering nutritional counseling and exercise recommendations tailored to individual needs.
- Worked with multidisciplinary team to carry out successful treatment plans for diverse acute and chronic conditions.
LPN Office Nurse
Lehigh Valley Physicians Group
01.2024 - Current
- IV infusion nurse
- Worked with multidisciplinary team to carry out successful treatment plans for diverse acute and chronic conditions.
- Clearly and thoroughly explained diagnoses, treatment options and procedures to patients and loved ones, checking in to verify understanding.
- Responded to patient requests with appropriate clinical and personal assistance.
- Administered medications and injections to patients.
- Maintained accurate medical records for over 100 patients, ensuring timely updates and efficient communication between healthcare providers.
- Educated patients and families on disease processes, medications and treatments.
- Completed paperwork and prior authorizations and scheduled appointments for patients.
- Delivered emotional support to patients and families during challenging times.
- Improved patient experience by providing compassionate and attentive nursing services in a busy office setting.
Education
Associate of Science - Nursing (Registered Nurse)
Lehigh Carbon Community College
Schnecksville, PA05.2025
Diploma - Nursing (LPN)
Falcon Institute of Health And Science
Bethlehem, PA12.2016
High School Diploma -
Liberty High School
Bethlehem, PA06.2013
Skills
- Supply Management
- Management Team Support
- Motivational Interviewing
- Nursing Intervention Evaluations
- Equipment Assembly
- Continuing education
- Activities of Daily Living ADLs
- Leadership Qualities
- Dementia Knowledge and care
- Immunization Administration
- Critical Thinking
Certification
CPR
IV certification
Additional Information
Community Service
- Provided over 1000 hours of community service during high school to the Easton Boys and Girls Club.
- Diabetic Seminar presented as a nurse providing education diabetes management. Provided glucose readings and education people on Diabetic Pumps and Continuous Glucose monitoring systems.
Timeline
LPN Office Nurse
Lehigh Valley Physicians Group
01.2024 - Current
Travel LPN
Vital Workforce Solutions
10.2021 - 01.2024
Agency LPN
Dedicated Nursing Association Inc.
06.2020 - 10.2021
Agency LPN
Medical Staffing Network
05.2019 - 10.2021
Agency LPN
General Healthcare Resources Inc.
03.2019 - 10.2021
LPN Nursing Supervisor
Manor Care
03.2018 - 06.2020
Associate of Science - Nursing (Registered Nurse)
Lehigh Carbon Community College
Diploma - Nursing (LPN)
Falcon Institute of Health And Science
High School Diploma -
Liberty High School
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