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Kimberly Kuykendall

Loveland,Ohio

Summary

Accomplished LPN with a proven track record at Serene Suites Premier Memory Care and Assisted Living, showcasing expertise in medication administration and exceptional patient care. Demonstrated ability to enhance patient outcomes through meticulous vital signs monitoring and compassionate support, complemented by strong skills in medical documentation and wound care.

Overview

27
27
years of professional experience

Work History

LPN

Serene Suites Premier Memory Care and Assisted Liv
01.2021 - Current
  • 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.
  • Managed patient care through closely monitoring respiration, blood pressure, and blood glucose levels.
  • Obtained patient vital signs and input/output measurements from inpatients.
  • Assisted with admissions, appointments, transfers, and discharges.
  • Performed wound care treatments using sterile techniques, promoting healing and preventing complications.
  • Adhered to treatment plan instructions when administering medications and treatments to patients.
  • Improved patient outcomes by providing high-quality nursing care and closely monitoring vital signs.
  • Cared for wounds, provided treatments, and assisted with procedures.
  • Reduced medication errors by accurately administering medications and diligently verifying patient information.
  • Documented accurate and complete patient information to address patient problems and expected outcomes.
  • Participated in ongoing professional development opportunities to enhance knowledge base and skillset as an LPN.
  • Provided emotional support to patients and families during difficult times, fostering positive relationships built on trust and compassion.
  • Performed routine evaluations of each patient's status, needs, and preferences.
  • Enhanced patient satisfaction levels through effective communication and empathetic listening skills.
  • Used aseptic techniques to provide sterilized wound care and dressing applications.
  • Accurately recorded interactions in medical charts, documenting accidents and interventions applied.
  • Addressed any concerns or questions posed by patients or family members promptly to maintain confidence in their care plan.
  • Monitored, tracked, and conveyed important patient information to healthcare staff to help optimize treatment planning and care delivery.
  • Provided compassionate end-of-life care, ensuring that patients were comfortable and families felt supported during the process.
  • Offered immediate assistance in emergency and routine paging situations to evaluate needs and deliver care.
  • Educated patients and caregivers on medical diagnoses, treatment options, chronic disease self-management and wound management.
  • Evaluated patients to identify and address wounds, behavioral concerns, and medically relevant symptoms.
  • Conducted thorough patient assessments to identify medical needs and develop appropriate treatment plans.
  • Assisted with feeding and monitored intake to help patients achieve nutritional objectives.
  • Comforted and counseled patients and families throughout care process.
  • Contributed to continuous quality improvement efforts by identifying areas for potential growth within the nursing practice.
  • Administered medications and injections to patients.
  • Assessed patients' temperature, pulse, and blood pressure and recorded in electronic medical records.
  • Monitored patient health conditions to report changes to assigned physician.
  • Evaluated patient histories, complaints, and current symptoms.
  • Responded to patient requests with appropriate clinical and personal assistance.
  • Delivered emotional support to patients and families during challenging times.

LPN

Brookwood Retirement Community
11.2018 - 01.2021
  • 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.
  • Administered controlled narcotics, and performed catheterizations.
  • Obtained patient vital signs and input/output measurements from inpatients.
  • Assisted with admissions, appointments, transfers, and discharges.
  • Performed wound care treatments using sterile techniques, promoting healing and preventing complications.
  • Adhered to treatment plan instructions when administering medications and treatments to patients.
  • Improved patient outcomes by providing high-quality nursing care and closely monitoring vital signs.
  • Cared for wounds, provided treatments, and assisted with procedures.
  • Reduced medication errors by accurately administering medications and diligently verifying patient information.
  • Documented accurate and complete patient information to address patient problems and expected outcomes.
  • Enhanced patient satisfaction levels through effective communication and empathetic listening skills.
  • Accurately recorded interactions in medical charts, documenting accidents and interventions applied.
  • Addressed any concerns or questions posed by patients or family members promptly to maintain confidence in their care plan.
  • Provided compassionate end-of-life care, ensuring that patients were comfortable and families felt supported during the process.
  • Evaluated patients to identify and address wounds, behavioral concerns, and medically relevant symptoms.
  • Conducted thorough patient assessments to identify medical needs and develop appropriate treatment plans.
  • Gathered lab specimens, ordered testing, and interpreted results to diagnose patients.
  • Assisted with feeding and monitored intake to help patients achieve nutritional objectives.
  • Administered medications and injections to patients.
  • Assessed patients' temperature, pulse, and blood pressure and recorded in electronic medical records.
  • Monitored patient health conditions to report changes to assigned physician.
  • Responded to patient requests with appropriate clinical and personal assistance.
  • Delivered emotional support to patients and families during challenging times.

LPN

Harmony Court Nursing Home
10.2012 - 11.2019
  • 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.
  • Administered controlled narcotics, and performed catheterizations.
  • Obtained patient vital signs and input/output measurements from inpatients.
  • Assisted with admissions, appointments, transfers, and discharges.
  • Performed wound care treatments using sterile techniques, promoting healing and preventing complications.
  • Adhered to treatment plan instructions when administering medications and treatments to patients.
  • Improved patient outcomes by providing high-quality nursing care and closely monitoring vital signs.
  • Cared for wounds, provided treatments, and assisted with procedures.
  • Reduced medication errors by accurately administering medications and diligently verifying patient information.
  • Documented accurate and complete patient information to address patient problems and expected outcomes.
  • Participated in ongoing professional development opportunities to enhance knowledge base and skillset as an LPN.
  • Demonstrated adaptability in working with diverse patient populations across various healthcare settings.
  • Provided emotional support to patients and families during difficult times, fostering positive relationships built on trust and compassion.
  • Performed routine evaluations of each patient's status, needs, and preferences.
  • Enhanced patient satisfaction levels through effective communication and empathetic listening skills.
  • Used aseptic techniques to provide sterilized wound care and dressing applications.
  • Accurately recorded interactions in medical charts, documenting accidents and interventions applied.
  • Addressed any concerns or questions posed by patients or family members promptly to maintain confidence in their care plan.
  • Monitored, tracked, and conveyed important patient information to healthcare staff to help optimize treatment planning and care delivery.
  • Provided compassionate end-of-life care, ensuring that patients were comfortable and families felt supported during the process.
  • Offered immediate assistance in emergency and routine paging situations to evaluate needs and deliver care.
  • Evaluated patients to identify and address wounds, behavioral concerns, and medically relevant symptoms.
  • Gathered lab specimens, ordered testing, and interpreted results to diagnose patients.
  • Assisted physicians during examinations or procedures as needed, playing a vital role in the overall patient experience.
  • Comforted and counseled patients and families throughout care process.
  • Administered medications and injections to patients.
  • Assessed patients' temperature, pulse, and blood pressure and recorded in electronic medical records.
  • Monitored patient health conditions to report changes to assigned physician.
  • Responded to patient requests with appropriate clinical and personal assistance.
  • Delivered emotional support to patients and families during challenging times.
  • Coordinated patient transfers to other facilities.

LPN

East Galbraith Nursing Home
08.2011 - 11.2013
  • 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.
  • Administered controlled narcotics, and performed catheterizations.
  • 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.
  • Improved patient outcomes by providing high-quality nursing care and closely monitoring vital signs.
  • Cared for wounds, provided treatments, and assisted with procedures.
  • Reduced medication errors by accurately administering medications and diligently verifying patient information.
  • Documented accurate and complete patient information to address patient problems and expected outcomes.
  • Demonstrated adaptability in working with diverse patient populations across various healthcare settings.
  • Enhanced patient satisfaction levels through effective communication and empathetic listening skills.
  • Used aseptic techniques to provide sterilized wound care and dressing applications.
  • Accurately recorded interactions in medical charts, documenting accidents and interventions applied.
  • Addressed any concerns or questions posed by patients or family members promptly to maintain confidence in their care plan.
  • Provided compassionate end-of-life care, ensuring that patients were comfortable and families felt supported during the process.
  • Educated patients and caregivers on medical diagnoses, treatment options, chronic disease self-management and wound management.
  • Delivered updates in patient status to charge nurse, recording changes in medical records.
  • Administered medications and injections to patients.
  • Assessed patients' temperature, pulse, and blood pressure and recorded in electronic medical records.
  • Monitored patient health conditions to report changes to assigned physician.
  • Responded to patient requests with appropriate clinical and personal assistance.
  • Delivered emotional support to patients and families during challenging times.
  • Took samples to complete diagnostic and routine assessment tests.

LPN

The Lodge Retirement Community
01.2009 - 08.2011
  • 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.
  • Cared for wounds, provided treatments, and assisted with procedures.
  • Reduced medication errors by accurately administering medications and diligently verifying patient information.
  • Documented accurate and complete patient information to address patient problems and expected outcomes.
  • Demonstrated adaptability in working with diverse patient populations across various healthcare settings.

LPN

Eastgatespring
08.2007 - 08.2011
  • 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.
  • Assisted with admissions, appointments, transfers, and discharges.
  • Performed wound care treatments using sterile techniques, promoting healing and preventing complications.
  • Adhered to treatment plan instructions when administering medications and treatments to patients.
  • Improved patient outcomes by providing high-quality nursing care and closely monitoring vital signs.
  • Cared for wounds, provided treatments, and assisted with procedures.
  • Participated in ongoing professional development opportunities to enhance knowledge base and skillset as an LPN.

LPN

Loveland Healthcare
10.1997 - 10.2007
  • 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.
  • Managed patient care through closely monitoring respiration, blood pressure, and blood glucose levels.
  • Obtained patient vital signs and input/output measurements from inpatients.
  • Assisted with admissions, appointments, transfers, and discharges.
  • Performed wound care treatments using sterile techniques, promoting healing and preventing complications.

Education

Licensed Practical Nursing

Cincinnati Public School of Practical Nursing
Cincinnati
08.1997

Diploma -

Loveland Hurst High School
Loveland, OH
05.1979

Skills

  • Medication administration
  • Vital signs monitoring
  • Medical documentation
  • Memory Care nursing
  • Documenting incidents
  • Staff direction and task delegation
  • Educating families
  • Pain management
  • Behavioral assessment
  • Staff supervision
  • Chronic disease management
  • Transcribing orders
  • Geriatric care
  • Patient evaluations
  • Clinical judgment
  • Immunization administration
  • Physical assessment
  • Medication dispensing
  • Patient assessments
  • Clinical documentation
  • HIPAA compliance
  • Direct patient care
  • Vital signs
  • Wound care
  • Catheter care

Timeline

LPN

Serene Suites Premier Memory Care and Assisted Liv
01.2021 - Current

LPN

Brookwood Retirement Community
11.2018 - 01.2021

LPN

Harmony Court Nursing Home
10.2012 - 11.2019

LPN

East Galbraith Nursing Home
08.2011 - 11.2013

LPN

The Lodge Retirement Community
01.2009 - 08.2011

LPN

Eastgatespring
08.2007 - 08.2011

LPN

Loveland Healthcare
10.1997 - 10.2007

Licensed Practical Nursing

Cincinnati Public School of Practical Nursing

Diploma -

Loveland Hurst High School

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