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Kimberly Peterson

Fayetteville,NC

Summary

Experienced and personable LPN with a Nursing diploma from Career Technology Institute of Lackawanna County, currently pursuing an associate degree in Registered Nursing from Luzerne Community College. Seeking to contribute LPN skills to a warm and supportive team environment. Known for problem-solving abilities, adaptability, and proficiency in EMR systems. Thrives in high-pressure situations while maintaining a calm and composed demeanor.

Overview

4
4
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification

Work History

LPN

Scranton Healthcare Center
02.2024 - 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.
  • Administered controlled narcotics, inserted IVs, and performed catheterizations.
  • Assisted with admissions, appointments, transfers, and discharges.
  • Performed wound care treatments using sterile techniques, promoting healing and preventing complications.
  • Improved patient outcomes by providing high-quality nursing care and closely monitoring vital signs.
  • Documented accurate and complete patient information to address patient problems and expected outcomes.

Licensed Practical Nurse

NurSTAT
09.2021 - Current
  • Provide direct, safe, and compassionate bedside care to 15-20 residents in a long-term care setting
  • Monitor the health and well-being of residents
  • Provide leadership support and assistance with resident care services
  • Constant observation for changes in patients' condition, promptly and accurately documenting noting changes and reporting any deviations from normal to RN, MD and family members or patient representatives
  • Transcribe physicians' orders
  • Prepare and administer prescribe medications (oral, topical, subcutaneous, intramuscular) and perform treatments as needed
  • Accurately report and record significant information as well as medication documentation in PCC software

Licensed Practical Nurse

Favorite Healthcare Staffing
01.2022 - 07.2022
  • Implemented patient care plans for up to 400+ inmates, providing individualized support to facilitate recovery
  • Administered doctor prescribed treatment protocols flowing nursing best practices and standards
  • Meticulously managed patient records and lab work, documenting all conditional updates in POC software while maintaining confidentiality in line with HIPAA guidelines
  • Supervised CNA, Medical Assistant, and other nursing staff as charge nurse
  • Administered medication by all routes as well as draw blood and collect urine and stool specimen for labs
  • Responded to medical code blue in a timely fashion to perform life saving measures when needed

Licensed Practical Nurse

Just Believe Recovery Center
10.2021 - 01.2022
  • Provided routine nursing care under the supervision of the Medical Director/DON
  • Thoroughly documented nursing assessments and nursing notes in a detailed and timely manner using Sun wave software
  • Administer prescribed detox medications as well as health related medication on a routine schedule
  • Monitor and constantly assess the vital signs of patients during their detoxing process

Education

Bachelor of Science in Nursing - Registered Nurse

Chamberlain College of Nursing
Addison, IL
04.2025

Diploma in Practical Nursing -

Career Technology Center of Lackawanna County
Scranton, PA
12.2020

Skills

  • EMR
  • Medication Administration
  • Wound Care
  • CPR/BLS
  • Nursing/Vital Signs
  • Patient Safety
  • Patient Care
  • Patient Education
  • Some supervising Experience
  • EHR systems
  • Catheterization
  • Anatomy Knowledge
  • Acute Care
  • Patient Assessment
  • Catheter Care
  • Experience Administering Injections
  • Computer Operation
  • Caregiving
  • Tube Feeding
  • HIPAA
  • Nursing
  • Medical Terminology
  • Vital Signs

Certification

  • CPR Certification
  • BLS Certification
  • Driver's License
  • LPN
  • CNA

Nursing Licenses

  • PN, 10/26, NC
  • PN, 06/26, PA

Personal Information

Willing To Relocate: Anywhere

Timeline

LPN

Scranton Healthcare Center
02.2024 - Current

Licensed Practical Nurse

Favorite Healthcare Staffing
01.2022 - 07.2022

Licensed Practical Nurse

Just Believe Recovery Center
10.2021 - 01.2022

Licensed Practical Nurse

NurSTAT
09.2021 - Current

Bachelor of Science in Nursing - Registered Nurse

Chamberlain College of Nursing

Diploma in Practical Nursing -

Career Technology Center of Lackawanna County

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