Kelly Policastro
Murfreesboro,TN
Summary
Compassionate Licensed Practical Nurse with extensive experience at the Veterans Affairs Medical Center, skilled in medication administration and vital signs monitoring.
Proven ability to enhance patient outcomes through effective care strategies and interdisciplinary collaboration, while providing empathetic support to patients and families during critical health & challenges.
Overview
34
34
years of professional experience
Work History
Licensed Practical Nurse
Veterans Affairs Medical Center
Murfreesboro, TN
09.2018 - Current
- Administer medications and treatments according to established protocols and patient care plans.
- Monitor patient vital signs, reporting changes to nursing staff promptly.
- Collaborate with interdisciplinary teams to develop comprehensive patient care strategies, therapeutic guidance & behavior assistance for Psychiatric & Alcohol Dependent Patients.
- Completes required documentation which reflect care given.
- Completes hourly round, 1:1 Observations & restraint/seclusion notes as needed.
Licensed Practical Nurse
Minneapolis VA Health Care System
Minneapolis, MN
07.2008 - 08.2018
- Administered medications and treatments according to established protocols and patient care plans.
- Maintained accurate medical records using electronic health record systems for effective communication.
- Cared for wounds, provided treatments, and assisted with procedures on the Spinal Cord Injury/Disorder Unit.
- Assisted with admissions, appointments, transfers, and discharges.
- Performed routine evaluations of each patient's status, needs, and preferences.
- Maintained a safe and therapeutic environment for patients through effective risk assessment and crisis intervention strategies.
- Delivered updates in patient status to charge nurse, recording changes in medical records.
Licensed Practical Nurse
AMRTC - State of Minnesota
Anoka, MN
06.1992 - 06.2008
- Administered medications and treatments as prescribed, ensuring patient safety and compliance with protocols.
- Monitored vital signs and reported changes to healthcare team, facilitating timely intervention and care adjustments.
- Documented accurate and complete patient information to address patient problems and expected outcomes.
Education
License - Nursing
Hennepin Technical College
Minneapolis, MN06-1991
High School Diploma -
Jefferson High School
Alexandria, MN05-1983
Skills
- Medication administration
- Direct patient care
- Vital signs monitoring
- HIPAA compliance
- Mental health support
- Inpatient care
- Rehabilitation techniques
- ADL assistance
- Medication dispensing
- Compassionate care
Timeline
Licensed Practical Nurse
Veterans Affairs Medical Center
09.2018 - Current
Licensed Practical Nurse
Minneapolis VA Health Care System
07.2008 - 08.2018
Licensed Practical Nurse
AMRTC - State of Minnesota
06.1992 - 06.2008
License - Nursing
Hennepin Technical College
High School Diploma -
Jefferson High School