Kendra Bradford
Cibolo Creek Nursing and Rehabilitation
San Antonio,TX
18
years of professional experience
Licensed Practical Nurse delivering bedside care across geriatric psychiatry, post-operative recovery, medical-surgical, oncology, hospice, and long-term care settings. Supports safe medication administration, vital-sign monitoring, symptom reporting, and patient/family communication to keep care plans moving. Guides 5+ nursing aides and coordinates with interdisciplinary teams to maintain orderly, compassionate unit operations.
Work History
Licensed Practical Nurse
2 Years 6 Months- Provide nursing care for geriatric patients in an inpatient psychiatric setting, supporting safety, stabilization, and individualized treatment goals.
- Collaborate with the interdisciplinary team and communicate changes in patient condition to support timely clinical decision-making.
- Apply sound clinical judgment, therapeutic communication, medication-management practices, and behavioral-health safety principles.
LVN Charge Nurse
4 Months- Promoted continuity of care by maintaining comprehensive medical records and updating physicians on significant changes in patients'' conditions.
- Worked with multidisciplinary team to carry out successful treatment plans for diverse acute and chronic conditions.
- Championed infection control practices within the unit by strictly adhering to guidelines and educating staff on proper procedures.
- Cultivated strong working relationships with physicians by maintaining open communication, providing timely updates on patients'' status, and actively participating in care coordination efforts.
- Took samples to complete diagnostic and routine assessment tests.
- Facilitated smooth transitions between shifts through efficient handoff reports that highlighted critical information for incoming nurses.
- Promoted a culture of teamwork and collaboration among nursing staff by encouraging the sharing of best practices, learning from one another''s experiences, and supporting each other in challenging situations.
LVN Charge Nurse
4 Years- Collaborated with interdisciplinary teams to enhance patient outcomes.
- Conducted regular assessments to evaluate and improve care quality.
- Ensured adherence to safety regulations and infection control standards.
- Resolved conflicts among staff, promoting a positive work environment.
- Documented patient vitals, behaviors, and conditions to communicate concerns to supervising nurse.
- Oversaw patient conditions, administered medicine, performed interventions and took detailed records.
LVN Charge Nurse
1 Year 2 MonthsResident Care Director
1 Year- Developed and implemented individualized care plans to enhance resident well-being.
- Coordinated staff training programs to ensure compliance with healthcare regulations.
- Monitored daily operations to maintain high standards of care and safety.
- Fostered communication between residents, families, and staff to address concerns effectively.
- Set and updated staff schedules, delegated assignments and monitored performance.
- Conducted admissions assessments to determine patient conditions and risk levels.
- Audited charts and medication to check compliance.
- Coordinated care with external agencies to best support resident needs.
- Assisted with development and execution of marketing strategies to maintain occupancy levels.
- Spearheaded initiatives aimed at improving the overall quality of life for residents within the community setting.
- Maintained detailed records of residents'' medical histories, treatments administered, and overall well-being over time.
Licensed Practical Nurse
2 Years- Delivered post-operative nursing care within Surgical Services, monitoring recovery, pain, vital signs, medications, and changes in patient condition.
- Coordinated with nurses, physicians, and other disciplines to support safe recovery, patient education, and continuity of care.
Licensed Practical Nurse
3 Years- Performed medication administration, vital-sign monitoring, medication reordering, and routine nursing procedures for residents.
- Supervised nursing aides, delegated care activities, and supported consistent delivery of safe and compassionate resident care.
Licensed Practical Nurse
3 Years- Provided nursing care in medical-surgical and oncology settings, with floating experience in telemetry, postpartum, and skilled nursing.
- Strengthened acute-care assessment, prioritization, communication, and clinical skills while caring for patients with varied medical needs.
Licensed Practical Nurse
2 Years- Provided compassionate end-of-life nursing care focused on comfort, dignity, symptom support, and the needs of patients and families.
- Worked collaboratively with the hospice care team to support individualized plans of care and clear communication during serious illness.
Licensed Practical Nurse
6 Years 3 Months- Administered medications and monitored patient vital signs to ensure optimal health outcomes.
- Provided compassionate care and support to patients in behavioral health settings.
- Collaborated with healthcare teams to develop personalized care plans for patients.
- Educated patients and families on treatment options and coping strategies for mental health issues.
- Documented patient progress and interventions accurately in electronic health records systems.
- Trained and mentored new nursing staff on hospital protocols and best practices in patient care.
Education
Practical Nursing - Practical Nursing
Skills
Clinical team leadership
Staff supervision
Patient safety
Medication administration
Documentation
Conflict resolution
Interdisciplinary collaboration
Care coordination
Geriatric behavioral health
Hospice & end-of-life care
Wound assessment
Wound dressing changes
Pressure injury prevention
Pain management
Palliative symptom management
Family caregiver support
Timeline
LVN Charge Nurse
Cibolo Creek Nursing and Rehabilitation
02.2026 - 06.2026Read More
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Golden Estates Nursing & Rehabilitation
02.2022 - 02.2026Read More
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Sorrento Nursing and Rehabilitation
08.2021 - 10.2022Read More
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08.2020 - 08.2021Read More
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Ochsner Medical Center
08.2018 - 08.2020Read More
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Oceans Behavioral Hospital
01.2018 - 07.2020Read More
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Heritage Manor of Houma
01.2015 - 01.2018Read More
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Terrebonne General Medical Center
01.2014 - 01.2017Read More
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St. Joseph's Hospice
01.2014 - 01.2016Read More
Licensed Practical Nurse
Morgan City Healthcare
05.2008 - 08.2014Read More
Louisiana Technical College
Practical Nursing from Practical Nursing
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