Kendra Cooke
Superior,CO
Summary
Dedicated LPN with expertise in patient education, medication administration, and infection control. Committed to enhancing patient safety and care quality through streamlined processes and mentorship of new nurses.
Overview
20
20
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
LPN Charge Nurse
Reunion Rehabilitation Hospital
Denver, CO
09.2021 - Current
- 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.
- Conducted regular staff trainings to ensure competence in clinical skills, improving overall quality of care on the unit.
- Evaluated staff performance through regular assessments, identifying areas for improvement and facilitating professional development opportunities.
- Administered medications and injections to patients.
- Helped patients complete bathing, dressing and eating.
- Provided patient education on health care issues and prescribed medications.
- Implemented evidence-based nursing practices to improve patient health and maintain compliance with regulatory standards.
- Circulated assigned floor to measure and record patients' fluid and food levels, implementing measures to promote healthy intake and output as necessary.
LPN Charge Nurse
Covenant Village of Colorado
Westminster, CO
07.2017 - 08.2021
- Managed daily staff assignments and patient scheduling to guarantee clinic coverage and flow.
- Implemented evidence-based nursing practices to improve patient health and maintain compliance with regulatory standards.
- Improved infection control measures by closely monitoring staff adherence to proper hand hygiene protocols.
- Collaborated with interdisciplinary team members to optimize patient outcomes and deliver high-quality care.
- Coordinated timely admissions, transfers, and discharges for efficient bed utilization within the nursing unit.
- Increased patient satisfaction scores by consistently providing exceptional customer service and addressing concerns promptly.
- Responded to patient requests with appropriate clinical and personal assistance.
- Provided patient education on health care issues and prescribed medications.
- Helped patients complete bathing, dressing and eating.
- Clearly and thoroughly explained diagnoses, treatment options and procedures to patients and loved ones, checking in to verify understanding.
- Helped long-term care residents with bathing, dressing, feeding, and other daily living activities.
- Administered medications and injections to patients.
Home Health Nurse
Kindred at Home
Greenwood Village, CO
07.2017 - 08.2018
- Administered medications and treatments as prescribed, ensuring patient safety and compliance with care plans.
- Monitored vital signs and documented changes to assess patient health status effectively.
- Collaborated with interdisciplinary teams to develop individualized care plans for patients.
- Educated patients and families on disease management, medications, and preventative care strategies.
- Developed strong rapport with patients and families, fostering trust and open communication during challenging times.
- Educated patients and families on disease management, medication safety, and at-home healthcare strategies to promote selfcare.
- Provided physical assessments, medication, and chronic disease management to home health patients.
- Identified early warning signs of patient deterioration or complications, promptly notifying physicians to adjust treatment plans accordingly.
- Conducted regular follow-up visits to monitor patient progress and make adjustments to care plans as needed.
- Provided emotional support and kind companionship to patients and families to increase overall wellness.
Drug Test Administrator
Behavioral Health Network Inc.
Denver, CO
01.2015 - 06.2017
- Administered drug tests while ensuring compliance with regulatory standards.
- Maintained accurate records of test results and participant information.
- Trained staff on proper testing procedures and safety protocols.
- Coordinated scheduling for testing sessions to optimize resource allocation.
- Monitored specimen collection processes to ensure integrity and reliability.
- Managed inventory of testing supplies, maintaining adequate stock levels to meet demand while minimizing waste.
- Collaborated with other healthcare professionals to provide a seamless experience for patients requiring drug tests.
- Assisted in developing policies and procedures, resulting in improved operational effectiveness.
- Actively participated in continuing education opportunities related to the drug test administration field, enhancing knowledge and skills for the benefit of clients.
Mental Health LPN
VA Medical Center, Mental Health Inpatient Ward
Greeley, CO
11.2010 - 12.2015
- Administered medications and monitored patient responses in mental health inpatient settings.
- Collaborated with multidisciplinary teams to develop and implement individualized care plans.
- Conducted comprehensive assessments to determine patient needs and treatment effectiveness.
- Educated patients and families on mental health conditions, treatment options, and coping strategies.
- Maintained accurate medical records and documentation in compliance with regulatory standards.
- Led patient group therapy sessions to promote engagement and therapeutic communication.
- Participated in ongoing professional development opportunities to stay current on best practices within the mental health field.
- Facilitated group therapy sessions, fostering a supportive environment for patients to share experiences and coping strategies.
LPN Charge Nurse
Legacy Assisted Living
Xenia, OH
02.2006 - 05.2010
- Supervised nursing staff scheduling, optimizing resource allocation while maintaining adequate coverage for patient needs.
- Delegated tasks effectively, optimizing staff productivity and maintaining a well-organized nursing unit.
- Provided compassionate end-of-life care, supporting patients and their families through difficult times.
- Assisted physicians during procedures, demonstrating strong clinical knowledge and attention to detail for successful outcomes.
- Updated patient medical records with services provided, health conditions, and response to treatments using [Software].
- Enhanced patient care by conducting comprehensive assessments and developing individualized care plans.
- Administered medications and injections to patients.
- Monitored patient health conditions to report changes to assigned physician.
- Delivered emotional support to patients and families during challenging times.
LPN Charge Nurse
Kettering Medical Center
Kettering, OH
05.2008 - 04.2010
- Administered patient care, monitoring vital signs, and documenting health status in electronic medical records.
- Coordinated daily nursing activities, ensuring efficient workflow among nursing staff and timely patient interventions.
- Trained new nurses on clinical protocols and hospital policies to enhance team performance and adherence to standards.
- Collaborated with multidisciplinary teams to develop individualized care plans for optimal patient outcomes.
- Implemented infection control measures, promoting safety and reducing the risk of healthcare-associated infections.
- Evaluated patient responses to treatments, adjusting care plans based on assessments and physician directives.
- Facilitated communication between patients, families, and healthcare providers to ensure comprehensive understanding of care processes.
- Assessed patients' temperature, pulse, and blood pressure and recorded in electronic medical records.
- Assembled and used equipment such as catheters, tracheotomy tubes, or oxygen suppliers to effectively manage patient care.
- Utilized critical thinking skills to make sound clinical decisions in high-pressure situations, minimizing risks and ensuring patient safety.
- Analyzed patient assessments and laboratory data to bring any issues to attention of physicians.
- Served as charge nurse, caring for patients with serious illnesses.
- Documented vitals and medical histories in patient charts when assessing patients and communicated patient information to physicians and other nurses for care continuity.
- Promoted continuity of care by thoroughly documenting shift-to-shift communication in nursing reports.
- Promoted patient independence by teaching self-care skills and explaining conditions and medications.
- Managed complex wound care cases, applying advanced knowledge of wound healing principles to achieve optimal results.
- Developed strong relationships with patients'' families, keeping them informed of progress reports and collaborating on decisions regarding their loved ones'' healthcare plans.
- Maintained accurate medical records in accordance with established protocols, ensuring confidentiality of sensitive information at all times.
- Delivered direct quality care to patients by evaluating medical conditions and managing and assessing treatments.
Education
Certification Degree - Licensed Practical Nurse
Rets Technical School
Centerville, OH01-2008
High School Diploma -
Olivet High School
Olivet, MI06-1978
No Degree -
Florida Community College
Jacksonville, FL01-1987
No Degree - Missions
Liberty University
Lynchburg, VA12-1978
Skills
- Vital signs monitoring
- Nursing documentation
- Geriatric care
- End-of-life care
- Emergency care
- Home health care
- Clinical judgment
- Mental health care
- Community health
- Medication administration
- Critical thinking
- Patient charting
- Wound care
- Patient education
- Intravenous medications
- Dementia knowledge and care
- Specimen collection
- Responsible and dependable
- Infection control
- Attention to detail
- Activities of daily living ADLS
- Adaptable and flexible
- Wound dressing and suturing
- Strong clinical judgment
- Patient observation
- In-home care
- Epic systems
- ICD-10
- Examination and test preparation
- Teamwork and collaboration
- Problem-solving
- Time management
- Problem-solving abilities
- Cleaning and sanitizing
- Multitasking Abilities
- Patient care
- Basic life support
- Reliability
- Excellent communication
- Organizational skills
- Active listening
- Examination and test preparation
- Teamwork and collaboration
- Problem-solving
- Time management
- Problem-solving abilities
- Cleaning and sanitizing
- Multitasking Abilities
- Basic life support
Accomplishments
- Achieved Daisy award through effectively helping with helping patients, promoting team work, and going out of the way to make sure patient's stay was successful.
- Collaborated with team of 4 in the development of evening education for veterans.,
Certification
- Certified Licensed Practical Nurse, from January 2008-current
- Basic Life Support
Timeline
LPN Charge Nurse
Reunion Rehabilitation Hospital
09.2021 - Current
LPN Charge Nurse
Covenant Village of Colorado
07.2017 - 08.2021
Home Health Nurse
Kindred at Home
07.2017 - 08.2018
Drug Test Administrator
Behavioral Health Network Inc.
01.2015 - 06.2017
Mental Health LPN
VA Medical Center, Mental Health Inpatient Ward
11.2010 - 12.2015
LPN Charge Nurse
Kettering Medical Center
05.2008 - 04.2010
LPN Charge Nurse
Legacy Assisted Living
02.2006 - 05.2010
Certification Degree - Licensed Practical Nurse
Rets Technical School
High School Diploma -
Olivet High School
No Degree -
Florida Community College
No Degree - Missions
Liberty University
Daisy Award
Reunion Rehabilitation Hospital April 2025 was awarded the first Daisy Award for this company.