Kelly Anderson
Port Arthur
Summary
Compassionate LPN with strong expertise in vital signs monitoring, geriatric care, and patient education. Committed to enhancing patient outcomes through effective collaboration with interdisciplinary teams.
Overview
2020
2020
years of professional experience
Work History
Charge Licensed Practical Nurse
St. Louis Altenheim
St Louis, MO
11.2018 - 03.2019
- Administered medications and monitored patient vitals to ensure optimal health outcomes.
- Collaborated with healthcare teams to develop and implement individualized care plans.
- Educated patients and families on treatment protocols and post-discharge instructions.
- Assisted in training new staff on nursing procedures and facility policies.
- Conducted regular assessments of patient conditions, documenting changes accurately.
- Managed inventory of medical supplies, ensuring availability for patient care needs.
- Implemented infection control measures, maintaining compliance with health regulations.
- Facilitated communication between interdisciplinary teams to enhance patient care coordination.
- Performed wound care management with meticulous attention to detail, minimizing the risk of complications or infections.
- Demonstrated strong leadership abilities in managing challenging situations with patients, families, and healthcare professionals alike.
- Delivered direct quality care to patients by evaluating medical conditions and managing and assessing treatments.
- Conducted comprehensive patient assessments, identifying changes in condition and implementing appropriate interventions promptly.
- Participated in development and implementation of quality improvement initiatives to raise healthcare standards.
- Analyzed patient assessments and laboratory data to bring any issues to attention of physicians.
- Assembled and used equipment such as catheters, tracheotomy tubes, or oxygen suppliers to effectively manage patient care.
- Assessed patients' temperature, pulse, and blood pressure and recorded in electronic medical records.
- Documented patient care plans and progress to enable tracking history and maintain updated records.
- Promoted patient independence by teaching self-care skills and explaining conditions and medications.
- Assisted in coordinating transfers, discharges and admissions to establish smooth transition of patients.
- Updated patient medical records with services provided, health conditions, and response to treatments using
- Established cordial relationships with medical personnel and staff to promote teamwork and maintain positive attitude.
- Maintained and promoted autonomy and rights of patients to provide protection and enforce dignity and respect.
- Managed daily staff assignments and patient scheduling to guarantee clinic coverage and flow.
- Educated patients to provide information on health promotion and disease prevention.
- Administered medications and treatments as prescribed by physicians.
- Collaborated with interdisciplinary teams to establish proper patient care and provide education to patients and family members.
- Led and mentored 2 newly licensed nurses and nursing students to develop professional expertise.
- Maintained strict compliance with regulatory guidelines governing the practice of nursing within the facility environment at all times.
- Provided compassionate support to patients and families coping with illness or injury, fostering trust and positive relationships.
- Supervised nursing assistants and unlicensed staff members, ensuring adherence to established policies and procedures for quality care provision.
LPN Manager
Sunset Hills Health and Rehabilitation
St Louis, MO
05.2018 - 11.2018
- Served as a mentor and preceptor for newly hired or less experienced staff members, fostering team cohesion and professional growth within the nursing team.
- Collaborated with interdisciplinary teams for improved patient outcomes and streamlined care processes.
- Assisted physicians with diagnostic procedures and therapeutic treatments, contributing to efficient patient care delivery.
- Maintained detailed records of patients'' medical histories, conditions, and treatments to ensure accurate documentation and continuity of care.
- Educated patients on disease prevention strategies and self-care techniques, promoting healthy lifestyle choices.
- Administered medications accurately and safely to maintain optimal patient health during treatments.
- Enhanced patient care by effectively assessing, planning, implementing, and evaluating individualized nursing interventions.
- Documented vitals and medical histories in patient charts when assessing patients and communicated patient information to physicians and other nurses for care continuity.
- Served as charge nurse, caring for patients with serious illnesses.
- Administered medications and injections to patients.
- Monitored patient health conditions to report changes to assigned physician.
- Reviewed patient history to verify conditions and current medications.
- Delivered emotional support to patients and families during challenging times.
- Evaluated patient histories, complaints, and current symptoms.
- Took samples to complete diagnostic and routine assessment tests.
- Circulated assigned floor to measure and record patients' fluid and food levels, implementing measures to promote healthy intake and output as necessary.
- Assisted in training new staff on nursing procedures and facility policies.
- Conducted regular assessments of patient conditions, documenting changes accurately.
- Demonstrated strong leadership abilities in managing challenging situations with patients, families, and healthcare professionals alike.
- Documented patient care plans and progress to enable tracking history and maintain updated records.
- Updated patient medical records with services provided, health conditions, and response to treatments using [Software].
- Supervised nursing staff to ensure high-quality patient care and adherence to health regulations.
- Coordinated patient admissions and discharges, streamlining processes for effective care transitions.
- Resolved conflict among staff members, fostering a positive work environment and promoting teamwork.
- Mentored new hires on best practices in clinical assessments, interventions, and documentation requirements within the facility''s guidelines.
- Participated in quality improvement initiatives aimed at enhancing patient outcomes and reducing healthcare system costs.
- Enhanced staff performance through continuous training, mentoring, and regular performance evaluations.
- Established cordial relationships with medical personnel and staff to promote teamwork and maintain positive attitude.
- Developed and implemented training programs for new LPNs, enhancing team competency and service quality.
LPN Charge Nurse
Rosewood Care Center Rehabilitation
St Louis, MO
03.2018 - 05.2018
- Supervised nursing staff to ensure high-quality patient care and adherence to safety protocols.
- Conducted patient assessments and developed individualized care plans in collaboration with healthcare teams.
- Administered medications and monitored vital signs, ensuring timely intervention when necessary.
- Coordinated patient admissions and discharges, optimizing workflow efficiency within the facility.
- Trained new nursing staff on best practices, fostering a culture of continuous improvement in care delivery.
- Maintained accurate medical records in accordance with established protocols, ensuring confidentiality of sensitive information at all times.
- Improved infection control measures by closely monitoring staff adherence to proper hand hygiene protocols.
- Served as a mentor to new nurses, fostering a positive work environment and promoting professional growth.
- Streamlined medication administration processes for improved accuracy, reducing medication errors and ensuring patient safety.
- Enhanced patient care by conducting comprehensive assessments and developing individualized care plans.
- Coordinated patient transfers to other facilities.
- Helped patients complete bathing, dressing and eating.
- Helped long-term care residents with bathing, dressing, feeding, and other daily living activities.
- 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.
Charge Licensed Practical Nurse
Green Park Nursing and Rehabilitation
St Louis, MO
2014 - 04.2018
- Promoted a culture of safety through diligent monitoring of potential hazards within the clinical setting as well as proactive identification of areas requiring improvement or intervention efforts.
- Communicated effectively with patients'' family members regarding treatment plans and progress updates, providing reassurance during difficult times.
- Coordinated discharge planning activities in collaboration with case managers to facilitate seamless transitions between healthcare settings for optimal recovery outcomes.
- Managed multiple priorities simultaneously while maintaining a high standard of patient-focused care under challenging circumstances.
- Supervised nursing assistants and unlicensed staff members, ensuring adherence to established policies and procedures for quality care provision.
- Provided compassionate support to patients and families coping with illness or injury, fostering trust and positive relationships.
- Maintained strict compliance with regulatory guidelines governing the practice of nursing within the facility environment at all times.
- Led and mentored 5 newly licensed nurses and nursing students to develop professional expertise.
- Collaborated with interdisciplinary teams to establish proper patient care and provide education to patients and family members.
- Educated patients to provide information on health promotion and disease prevention.
- Administered medications and treatments as prescribed by physicians.
- Maintained and promoted autonomy and rights of patients to provide protection and enforce dignity and respect.
- Established cordial relationships with medical personnel and staff to promote teamwork and maintain positive attitude.
- Updated patient medical records with services provided, health conditions, and response to treatments using Emar.
- Assisted in coordinating transfers, discharges and admissions to establish smooth transition of patients.
- Promoted patient independence by teaching self-care skills and explaining conditions and medications.
- Assisted in training new staff on nursing procedures and facility policies.
- Managed inventory of medical supplies, ensuring availability for patient care needs.
- Implemented infection control measures, maintaining compliance with health regulations.
- Demonstrated strong leadership abilities in managing challenging situations with patients, families, and healthcare professionals alike.
- Participated in development and implementation of quality improvement initiatives to raise healthcare standards.
- Assembled and used equipment such as catheters, tracheotomy tubes, or oxygen suppliers to effectively manage patient care.
- Assessed patients' temperature, pulse, and blood pressure and recorded in electronic medical records.
Private Duty Nurse
Advantage Nursing Services Inc.
St Louis, MO
01.2014 - 05.2015
- Administered medications and treatments as prescribed by healthcare providers.
- Monitored patient vital signs and reported changes to medical staff promptly.
- Assisted patients with daily living activities, ensuring comfort and safety.
- Developed and maintained accurate patient care documentation in electronic systems.
- Reinforced positive health behaviors among families through education on topics such as proper nutrition, sleep hygiene, exercise routines, and stress reduction techniques.
- Supported patients'' physical and emotional well-being through compassionate communication, play therapy techniques, and age-appropriate activities.
- Served as an advocate for pediatric patients during medical consultations.
- Improved patient outcomes by providing personalized, comprehensive nursing care to pediatric patients in a private duty setting.
- Facilitated seamless transitions between healthcare settings by establishing rapport with new caregivers, sharing pertinent medical information, and ensuring that specialized equipment was properly set up and functioning.
- Supported early intervention efforts by identifying signs of developmental delays.
- Collaborated with families and healthcare teams to design tailored interventions addressing developmental, behavioral, or cognitive challenges faced by pediatric patients.
- Safeguarded patient privacy by adhering to HIPAA regulations and maintaining strict confidentiality in all aspects of care provision and documentation.
- Optimized medication adherence among pediatric patients through clear communication of dosing instructions, potential side effects, and the importance of consistent use as prescribed.
- Provided ongoing education to families regarding their child''s medical condition, treatment plans, and at-home care needs to ensure continuity of care outside the clinical setting.
- Streamlined care coordination by maintaining detailed patient records, effectively communicating with interdisciplinary team members, and participating in case conferences.
- Increased patient comfort by utilizing non-pharmacological pain management strategies, including distraction techniques, relaxation exercises, and age-appropriate therapeutic play.
- Conducting screenings, and referring children for further evaluation as needed.
- Implemented creative approaches to pain management for children experiencing discomfort or distress due to illness or injury.
- Ensured continuity of nursing care during critical staff transitions by providing thorough hand-off reports to incoming nurses regarding each patient''s medical history, current condition, treatment plan goals, and any outstanding concerns.
- Maintained continuous growth of professional knowledge and competencies through ongoing education opportunities.
- Communicated with healthcare team members to plan, implement and enhance treatment strategies.
- Monitored patient reactions after administering medications and IV therapies.
- Offered exceptional care and support to individuals recovering from acute incidents and dealing with chronic conditions.
- Used first-hand knowledge and clinical expertise to advocate for patients under care and enacted prescribed treatment strategies.
- Followed all personal and health data procedures to effectively comply with HIPAA laws and prevent information breaches.
- Observed and documented patient factors such as diets, physical activity levels, and behaviors to understand conditions and effectively modify treatment plans.
Charge Licensed Practical Nurse
Big River Nursing and Rehab
Cedar Hill, MO
02.2013 - 03.2015
- Utilized critical thinking skills when analyzing complex patient situations, synthesizing information from multiple sources to develop appropriate action plans.
- Participated in ongoing professional development opportunities to stay abreast of current industry trends and enhance nursing knowledge base further.
- Implemented evidence-based best practices for infection control measures in order to reduce hospital-acquired infections.
- Achieved successful unit leadership by providing quality nursing care to 30 to [Number] patients per day in 30-bed unit.
Charge Licensed Practical Nurse
Parkwood Nursing And Rehabilitation
Maryland Heights, MO
01.2014 - 06.2014
- Achieved successful unit leadership by providing quality nursing care to 30 to 40 patients per day in 30-bed unit.
- Clearly and thoroughly explained diagnoses, treatment options and procedures to patients and loved ones, checking in to verify understanding.
- Managed various general office duties such as answering multiple telephone lines, completing insurance forms, and mailing monthly invoice statements to patients.
- Administered medications and monitored patient vitals to ensure optimal health outcomes.
- Collaborated with healthcare teams to develop and implement individualized care plans.
- Educated patients and families on treatment protocols and post-discharge instructions.
- Facilitated communication between interdisciplinary teams to enhance patient care coordination.
- Performed wound care management with meticulous attention to detail, minimizing the risk of complications or infections.
- Delivered direct quality care to patients by evaluating medical conditions and managing and assessing treatments.
- Conducted comprehensive patient assessments, identifying changes in condition and implementing appropriate interventions promptly.
- Responded to patient requests with appropriate clinical and personal assistance.
- Provided patient education on health care issues and prescribed medications.
- Worked with multidisciplinary team to carry out successful treatment plans for diverse acute and chronic conditions.
- Analyzed patient assessments and laboratory data to bring any issues to attention of physicians.
Education
Practical Nursing
St. Louis College Of Health Careers
Fenton, MO01-2009
Skills
- Vital signs monitoring
- Nursing documentation
- Geriatric care
- End-of-life care
Timeline
Charge Licensed Practical Nurse
St. Louis Altenheim
11.2018 - 03.2019
LPN Manager
Sunset Hills Health and Rehabilitation
05.2018 - 11.2018
LPN Charge Nurse
Rosewood Care Center Rehabilitation
03.2018 - 05.2018
Private Duty Nurse
Advantage Nursing Services Inc.
01.2014 - 05.2015
Charge Licensed Practical Nurse
Parkwood Nursing And Rehabilitation
01.2014 - 06.2014
Charge Licensed Practical Nurse
Big River Nursing and Rehab
02.2013 - 03.2015
Charge Licensed Practical Nurse
Green Park Nursing and Rehabilitation
2014 - 04.2018
Practical Nursing
St. Louis College Of Health Careers