Kelsey Smith
Trion,Georgia
Summary
Patient-oriented nursing professional with several years of hands-on experience in delivering quality direct and indirect patient care to individuals in Geriatric and Rehabilitation settings. Skillfully completes tasks and fosters relationships with patients, families and coworkers to drive patient care goals and advance nursing philosophies.
Overview
10
10
years of professional experience
Work History
LPN Charge Nurse
Parkside Rehab
Rossville, GA
02.2022 - Current
- Administered medications orally, intravenously or intramuscularly depending on the prescription given by the doctor.
- Performed wound care including changing dressings, cleaning wounds, applying ointments and medications and providing other necessary treatments.
- Collected biological samples for routine laboratory testing to assist diagnostic processes.
- Collected and documented vital signs to track current patient conditions.
- Followed rehabilitation and treatment care plans to accelerate patient recovery, minimize pain and optimize patient outcomes.
- Assembled and used catheters, tracheotomy tubes or oxygen suppliers.
- Educated clients, patients and caregivers on medical diagnoses, treatment options, chronic disease self-management and wound management.
- Instructed patients on the use of assistive devices such as wheelchairs, walkers, braces, canes.
LPN Charge Nurse
Medical Staffing Network
Rochester, NY
03.2019 - 02.2022
- Administered medications orally, intravenously or intramuscularly depending on the prescription given by the doctor.
- Performed wound care including changing dressings, cleaning wounds, applying ointments and medications and providing other necessary treatments.
- Answered patient calls, identified issues and determined how best to provide assistance within parameters established by facility and supervisor.
- Instructed patients and their families about disease prevention, proper nutrition, medication management and other health related topics.
- Collected biological samples for routine laboratory testing to assist diagnostic processes.
- Conducted daily rounds visiting assigned patients ensuring they are comfortable and have all necessary supplies available.
- Observed patients for any changes in their condition or behavior, reported findings to the supervisor or physician in charge.
- Charted changes in patient conditions and discussed concerns with supervising healthcare provider.
- Followed rehabilitation and treatment care plans to accelerate patient recovery, minimize pain and optimize patient outcomes.
LPN/CNA
Steuben Centers
Bath, NY
08.2013 - 02.2019
- Assisted with range of motion exercises and other rehabilitative activities per physician orders.
- Documented patient care services by charting in designated areas.
- Educated patients on self-care techniques that would help them maintain their independence.
- Safeguarded patient privacy with strict adherence to HIPAA protocols.
- Maintained a clean, safe environment for the patient by adhering to infection control policies and procedures.
- Turned and repositioned residents using proper body mechanics to prevent pressure ulcers.
- Provided assistance with activities of daily living, including bathing, dressing and grooming.
- Reported changes in patient conditions to registered nurse or physician.
- Monitored food intake and output as directed by nursing staff.
- Distributed drinking water and nourishment to residents.
- Performed vital sign assessments, such as taking blood pressure and temperature.
Education
LPN - Nursing
GST Boces
Coopers Plains 07-2017
Skills
- Geriatric Care
- Medication Administration
- HIPAA Compliance
- Health Promotion
- Policy Compliance
- Medical Documentation
- Post Operative Care
- Family Communication
- Staff Supervision
- Rehabilitation Techniques
- Multi-Tasking and Prioritization
Timeline
LPN Charge Nurse
Parkside Rehab
02.2022 - Current
LPN Charge Nurse
Medical Staffing Network
03.2019 - 02.2022
LPN/CNA
Steuben Centers
08.2013 - 02.2019
LPN - Nursing
GST Boces
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