Kimberly Hale
Glade Spring
Summary
A licensed nurse providing personable and compassionate care with strong foundation in patient care and safety. Demonstrates understanding of medical terminology and patient assessment, proficient in administering medications and wound care. Committed to enhancing patient outcomes through dedicated and empathetic care.
Overview
7
7
years of professional experience
Work History
LPN Field Nurse
Ballad Health
11.2024 - Current
- Administered medications safely and effectively, preventing adverse reactions or complications.
- Maintained accurate documentation of patient assessments and treatments, ensuring compliance with regulatory standards.
- Dispensed and administered patients' medications following care plans and physician's orders.
- Educated patients and families on healthcare management strategies, promoting self-care and wellbeing.
- Coordinated with physicians to implement prescribed treatment plans, ensuring consistency in patient care delivery.
- Assessed patients by observing and recording vital signs, gathering specimens and reviewing lab test results.
LPN
Abingdon Health & Rehab Center
01.2024 - 01.2025
- Collaborated with healthcare team to develop patient care plans.
- Documented patient information using healthcare management software.
- Administered medications using electronic medication administration records.
- Conducted patient assessments utilizing handheld diagnostic devices.
- Educated patients on medication management and lifestyle adjustments.
- Utilized time management skills to prioritize tasks effectively, allowing for efficient completion of daily responsibilities.
- Maintained accurate documentation of all relevant clinical data, ensuring compliance with regulatory standards.
- Administered controlled narcotics, inserted IVs, and performed catheterizations.
- Assisted with admissions, appointments, transfers, and discharges.
LPN
Marion Correctional Treatment Center
08.2021 - 06.2024
- Collaborated with healthcare team to develop patient care plans.
- Documented patient information using healthcare management software.
- Administered medications using electronic medication administration records.
- Utilized time management skills to prioritize tasks effectively, allowing for efficient completion of daily responsibilities.
- Maintained accurate documentation of all relevant clinical data, ensuring compliance with regulatory standards.
- Implemented infection control measures, ensuring a clean and safe environment for patients and staff.
- Obtained patient vital signs and input/output measurements from inpatients.
- Adhered to treatment plan instructions when administering medications and treatments to patients.
- Participated in ongoing professional development opportunities to enhance knowledge base and skillset as an LPN.
LPN
Mountain Laurel Rehab & Nursing
06.2020 - 11.2021
- Collaborated with healthcare team to develop patient care plans.
- Documented patient information using healthcare management software.
- Administered medications using electronic medication administration records.
- Conducted patient assessments utilizing handheld diagnostic devices.
- Educated patients on medication management and lifestyle adjustments.
- Utilized time management skills to prioritize tasks effectively, allowing for efficient completion of daily responsibilities.
- Maintained accurate documentation of all relevant clinical data, ensuring compliance with regulatory standards.
- Managed patient care through closely monitoring respiration, blood pressure, and blood glucose levels.
- Obtained patient vital signs and input/output measurements from inpatients.
- Documented accurate and complete patient information to address patient problems and expected outcomes.
LPN
English Meadows
06.2018 - 07.2020
- Collaborated with healthcare team to develop patient care plans.
- Documented patient information using healthcare management software.
- Administered medications using electronic medication administration records.
- Conducted patient assessments utilizing handheld diagnostic devices.
- Educated patients on medication management and lifestyle adjustments.
- Utilized time management skills to prioritize tasks effectively, allowing for efficient completion of daily responsibilities.
- Maintained accurate documentation of all relevant clinical data, ensuring compliance with regulatory standards.
- Managed patient care through closely monitoring respiration, blood pressure, and blood glucose levels.
- Obtained patient vital signs and input/output measurements from inpatients.
- Performed wound care treatments using sterile techniques, promoting healing and preventing complications.
- Adhered to treatment plan instructions when administering medications and treatments to patients.
Education
Associate of Science - Nursing
Virginia Highlands Community College
Abingdon, VA05-2025
Certificate - Practical Nursing
Washington County Career & Technical Center
Abingdon, VA06-2018
High School Diploma -
Northwood High School
Saltville06-2005
Skills
- Catheter care
- Nursing documentation
- Geriatric nursing
- Vital signs monitoring
- Patient safety
- Medication administration
- Dementia knowledge and care
- Wound care
- Certified in CPR/AED
- Responsible and dependable
- Adaptable and flexible
- Epic systems
Languages
English
Timeline
LPN Field Nurse
Ballad Health
11.2024 - Current
LPN
Abingdon Health & Rehab Center
01.2024 - 01.2025
LPN
Marion Correctional Treatment Center
08.2021 - 06.2024
LPN
Mountain Laurel Rehab & Nursing
06.2020 - 11.2021
LPN
English Meadows
06.2018 - 07.2020
Associate of Science - Nursing
Virginia Highlands Community College
Certificate - Practical Nursing
Washington County Career & Technical Center
High School Diploma -
Northwood High School
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