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Kelsea McCann

Philadelphia,PA

Summary

Dedicated and versatile Licensed Practical Nurse (LPN) that brings 4-year background of delivering high-quality patient care in diverse healthcare settings. Equipped with expertise in pediatric, long-term care, home care, and triage nursing, demonstrating proficiency in patient assessment, medication administration, and interdisciplinary collaboration. Skilled in developing and implementing individualized care plans, prioritizing patient comfort and safety. Strong communication and interpersonal abilities, fostering positive relationships with patients, families, and healthcare teams. Committed to upholding ethical standards and continuously enhancing clinical skills to ensure optimal patient outcomes.

Overview

5
5
years of professional experience

Work History

Home Health LPN

BAYADA
11.2023 - Current
  • Enhanced patient comfort by providing compassionate care and addressing individual needs.
  • Improved patient outcomes by developing personalized care plans in collaboration with interdisciplinary team members.
  • Consistently maintained accurate records of medication administration, vital signs monitoring, and progress notes for thorough documentation purposes.
  • Exemplified professionalism by adhering to ethical guidelines as outlined by the state board of nursing in all aspects of practice.
  • Safeguarded patient privacy by maintaining strict adherence to HIPAA regulations during all interactions and documentation processes.
  • Consistently received positive feedback from patients and families for exceptional communication, clinical expertise, and genuine concern for their wellbeing.
  • Played an integral role in assisting patients with end-of-life care, offering comfort and support while delivering compassionate nursing services.
  • Skillfully performed wound care procedures to promote healing and prevent infections.
  • Assisted patients in achieving mobility goals through safe transfer techniques, ambulation support, and range of motion exercises.
  • Contributed to a positive work environment by mentoring new LPNs entering the home health field.
  • Promoted effective communication among healthcare providers, patients, and families to ensure seamless coordination of care.
  • Participated in ongoing professional development opportunities to stay current on best practices within the home health nursing field.
  • Educated patients and families on disease prevention, health management, and self-care techniques for optimal wellbeing.
  • Reduced hospital readmissions through diligent monitoring, early intervention, and timely communication with healthcare team members.
  • Demonstrated strong critical thinking skills in identifying changes in patient conditions and taking appropriate actions accordingly.
  • Provided skilled tracheostomy care for ventilator-dependent patients within their homes for improved quality of life while reducing risk factors associated with institutional settings.
  • Provided physical assessments, medication, and chronic disease management to home health patients.
  • Documented patient vitals, behaviors and conditions to communicate concerns to supervising nurse.
  • Coordinated with other healthcare team members to support patient needs.
  • Administered different therapies and medications in line with physician orders and treatment plan.
  • Monitored vital signs, developed and implemented care plans, and documented patient progress.
  • Administered medications and treatments as prescribed by physicians.
  • Collaborated with vendors to procure medical equipment, supplies and services.
  • 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.

License Practical Nurse Supervisor

JBS Souderton
05.2022 - 11.2023
  • Office Management
  • Triage
  • Blood Borne Pathogens Trainer
  • CPR Trainer
  • Perform Pre-employment Drug/Alcohol Screening
  • Conduct hearing tests
  • Assess nature and extent of illness or injury to establish and prioritize medical procedures
  • Provide ongoing treatment to employees
  • Adheres to all state and federal regulations including OSHA, Worker's Compensation, etc
  • Adheres to HIPAA compliance of confidentiality of employees' personal health information
  • Participates in health and safety teaching of employees
  • Establishes and maintains good working relationships with departmental staff, supervisory staff, local healthcare providers, and potential third party administrator (TPA)
  • Conducts all assigned and additional job tasks within legal, ethical, and moral standards of care in a professional and effective manner
  • Maintains accurate documentation and assists in departmental medical records upkeep
  • Keeps department clean and orderly
  • Notifies Occupational Health Manager and designee of any pertinent physical and emotional changes of symptoms presented by employees
  • Dealt with possible drug overdoses
  • Responded to emergency medical calls via radio
  • Dealt with amputations
  • Wound Care
  • Burns.

License Practical Nurse

Childway Pediatrics
10.2020 - 05.2022
  • Assisted with admissions, appointments, transfers, and discharges.
  • Cared for wounds, provided treatments, and assisted with procedures.
  • Improved patient outcomes by administering medications, monitoring vital signs, and documenting relevant information.
  • Collaborated with interdisciplinary healthcare teams to ensure continuous quality improvement in patient care delivery.
  • Documented accurate and complete patient information to address patient problems and expected outcomes.
  • Managed patient care through closely monitoring respiration, blood pressure, and blood glucose levels.
  • Facilitated efficient communication between patients, families, and healthcare providers to promote continuity of care across settings.
  • Managed time-sensitive tasks effectively under pressure while maintaining composure during critical situations or emergencies.
  • Obtained patient vital signs and input/output measurements from inpatients.
  • Performed routine evaluations of each patient's status, needs, and preferences.
  • Adapted quickly to changing patient needs, adjusting care plans accordingly to ensure optimal outcomes in diverse clinical scenarios.
  • Administered controlled narcotics, inserted IVs, and performed catheterizations.
  • Comforted and counseled patients and families throughout care process.
  • Provided compassionate palliative care for terminally ill patients while supporting their emotional needs during end-of-life stages.
  • Mentored new nursing staff to enhance professional development opportunities within the team dynamic.
  • Collaborated with interdisciplinary team of healthcare and social service providers to address patients' needs through effective intervention and care planning.
  • Educated patients and families on health promotion, disease prevention, and self-care management strategies.
  • Monitored, tracked, and conveyed important patient information to healthcare staff to help optimize treatment planning and care delivery.
  • Evaluated patients to identify and address wounds, behavioral concerns, and medically relevant symptoms.
  • Gathered lab specimens, ordered testing, and interpreted results to diagnose patients.
  • Used aseptic techniques to provide sterilized wound care and dressing applications.
  • 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.
  • Offered immediate assistance in emergency and routine paging situations to evaluate needs and deliver care.
  • Assisted with feeding and monitored intake to help patients achieve nutritional objectives.
  • Assisted physicians with diagnostic testing and procedural support for optimal treatment decisions.
  • Delivered culturally competent care that respected diverse patient populations'' unique values, beliefs, and traditions.
  • Ensured regulatory compliance by adhering to infection control protocols and maintaining accurate documentation of patient data.
  • Increased patient satisfaction scores by consistently delivering high-quality nursing care tailored to individual needs and preferences.
  • Educated patients and caregivers on medical diagnoses, treatment options, chronic disease self-management and wound management.
  • Answered incoming phone calls from patients to provide basic assistance and triage medical concerns.
  • Promoted a culture of teamwork through active participation in unit meetings, performance improvement initiatives, and collaborative problem-solving efforts.
  • Minimized staff and patient infection risk by cleaning and disinfecting equipment instruments.
  • Enhanced patient care by performing comprehensive assessments and developing individualized care plans.
  • Streamlined nursing processes by implementing evidence-based practices that improved clinical workflow efficiency.
  • Reduced hospital readmissions by providing thorough discharge planning and follow-up care coordination.
  • Contributed to organizational success by participating in accreditation surveys, quality assurance programs, and ongoing staff education activities.
  • Optimized resource utilization through prudent management of medical supplies inventory and equipment maintenance schedules.
  • Administered medications and injections to patients.
  • Monitored patient health conditions to report changes to assigned physician.
  • Assessed patients' temperature, pulse, and blood pressure and recorded in electronic medical records.
  • Reviewed patient history to verify conditions and current medications.
  • Delivered emotional support to patients and families during challenging times.
  • Responded to patient requests with appropriate clinical and personal assistance.
  • Worked with multidisciplinary team to carry out successful treatment plans for diverse acute and chronic conditions.
  • Evaluated patient histories, complaints, and current symptoms.
  • Provided patient education on health care issues and prescribed medications.
  • Helped patients complete bathing, dressing and eating.
  • Took samples to complete diagnostic and routine assessment tests.
  • Developed and implemented individualized patient care plans.
  • Coordinated patient transfers to other facilities.
  • Circulated assigned floor to measure and record patients' fluid and food levels, implementing measures to promote healthy intake and output as necessary.
  • Protected patients and healthcare team members from infection by sterilizing equipment and reusable supplies.

Pharmacy Technician

CVS Pharmacy
02.2019 - 10.2020
  • Answered incoming phone calls and addressed questions from customers and healthcare providers.
  • Stocked, labeled, and inventoried medication to keep accurate records.
  • Enhanced pharmacy workflow by assisting pharmacists with medication dispensing, labeling, and packaging.
  • Calculated dosage, filled prescriptions, and prepared prescription labels with absolute accuracy.
  • Promoted patient confidentiality by adhering to HIPAA regulations when handling personal information during transactions.
  • Solved customer problems in-person or over telephone by providing assistance with placing orders, navigating systems, and locating items.
  • Counted and labeled prescriptions with correct item and quantity.
  • Assisted in maintaining a clean and organized work environment, ensuring compliance with safety regulations.
  • Increased overall pharmacy productivity by restocking supplies, organizing shelves, and maintaining cleanliness according to standards.
  • Assisted pharmacist by filling prescriptions for customers and responding to patient questions regarding prescription and medication-specific issues.
  • Performed wide range of pharmacy operations with strong commitment to accuracy, efficiency and service quality.
  • Provided exceptional customer service, fostering positive relationships with both new and returning patients at the pharmacy counter.
  • Improved patient satisfaction by efficiently processing prescriptions and managing inventory in a timely manner.
  • Entered and processed patients' prescriptions into internal system.
  • Consulted with insurance company representatives to complete claims processing, resolve concerns, and reconcile payments.
  • Performed various pharmacy operational activities with strong commitment to accuracy, efficiency, and service quality.
  • Assisted in training new team members on standard operating procedures to ensure consistent quality of service across the entire team.
  • Maximized pharmacy efficiency through effective communication with staff members and adherence to procedures.
  • Communicated with patients to collect information about prescriptions and medical conditions or arrange consultations with pharmacists.
  • Reduced medication errors by diligently cross-checking medications against patients'' profiles before dispensing.
  • Maintained proper drug storage procedures, registries, and records for controlled drugs.
  • Collected co-payments or full payments from customers.
  • Contributed to the reduction of prescription wait times by promptly addressing refill requests and insurance authorizations.
  • Ensured patient safety by strictly following drug storage guidelines, including proper temperature and light exposure control.
  • Restocked pharmacy shelves with current merchandise to drive consistent peripheral sales.
  • Proactively identified potential issues or discrepancies in medication orders, collaborating closely with pharmacists to resolve them quickly.
  • Ordered medicines daily to replenish stock and increase inventory in anticipation of need.
  • Liaised with other pharmacies to eliminate issues related to product expiration.
  • Managed opening and closing duties for pharmacy.
  • Welcomed customers to pharmacy and answered questions relating to prescriptions and over-the-counter products.
  • Resolved third-party billing, computer system and customer service issues.
  • Facilitated seamless transitions between shifts by thoroughly documenting all relevant information for coworkers during handoffs.

Education

Licensed Practical Nurse - Nursing

Prism Career Institute
Philadelphia, PA
10.2020

Skills

  • Home safety evaluation
  • HIPAA Compliance
  • Catheter Care
  • Clinical Documentation
  • Medication Reconciliation
  • Immunization Administration
  • Family Support
  • Cardiac monitoring
  • Diabetes management
  • Respiratory Care
  • Tracheostomy Care
  • Enteral Feeding
  • Seizure Management
  • Pediatric Care
  • Occupational Therapy Assistance
  • Recording vital signs
  • Patient Monitoring
  • Patient transportation
  • Critical Thinking
  • Vital signs monitoring
  • Patient Charting
  • Patient Observation
  • Wound Care
  • Specimen Collection
  • Infection Control
  • Coaching and Mentoring
  • CPR/AED
  • Conflict Resolution
  • Patient Positioning and Transporting
  • Nursing Staff Supervision
  • Wound Dressing and Suturing
  • Recordkeeping and Maintenance
  • Equipment Assembly

Personal Information

Title: LPN

Timeline

Home Health LPN

BAYADA
11.2023 - Current

License Practical Nurse Supervisor

JBS Souderton
05.2022 - 11.2023

License Practical Nurse

Childway Pediatrics
10.2020 - 05.2022

Pharmacy Technician

CVS Pharmacy
02.2019 - 10.2020

Licensed Practical Nurse - Nursing

Prism Career Institute

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