Kimberly Poe
Littlerock,WA
Summary
Experienced LPN Charge Nurse with a robust background in senior care and wound management, notably at The Blossoms at Cumberland. Excelled in reducing infection rates through stringent protocols, showcasing strong clinical judgment and a commitment to patient safety. Proficient in nursing documentation and HIPAA compliance, I bring a proven track record of enhancing patient outcomes through effective nursing interventions and staff supervision.
Overview
8
8
years of professional experience
Work History
LPN Charge Nurse
Pleasant Valley Nursing Home
01.2022 - Current
- Documented vitals and medical histories in patient charts when assessing patients and communicated patient information to physicians and other nurses for care continuity.
- Utilized critical thinking skills to make sound clinical decisions in high-pressure situations, minimizing risks and ensuring patient safety.
- Delivered direct quality care to patients by evaluating medical conditions and managing and assessing treatments.
- 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.
Wound Care Nurse
The Blossoms at Cumberland
01.2017 - 01.2022
- Evaluated patients'' wounds and recommended appropriate treatments, expediting the healing process.
- Treated and carefully tended to vascular and diabetic ulcers.
- Collaborated with healthcare team to implement interventions for wound healing and skin breakdown prevention.
- Collaborated with interdisciplinary teams for comprehensive treatment plans, resulting in improved patient outcomes.
- Facilitated wound healing with application of advanced wound care products and techniques, tailored to each patient's needs.
- Monitored and adjusted wound care treatments based on healing progress and patient feedback, ensuring personalized and effective care.
Infection Control Nurse
The Blossoms at Cumberland
01.2017 - 01.2022
- Implemented isolation precautions for high-risk patients, minimizing exposure risks to others within the healthcare environment.
- Conducted regular audits of clinical practices related to infection control measures, identifying areas for improvement and providing targeted recommendations.
- Coordinated successfully and with full compliance to prevent infections according to facility and Joint Commission standards.
- Reduced infection rates by implementing and monitoring strict infection control protocols.
- Reported findings to quality departments after conducting routine restraint audits and worked with team to devise corrective actions for deficiencies.
Education
No Degree - Practical Nursing
College of The Ouachita's
Malvern, AR12.2016
Skills
- Vital signs monitoring
- Nursing Documentation
- End of life care
- Medication Administration
- Wound Care
- HIPAA Compliance
- Strong Clinical Judgment
- Geriatric Care
- Certified in CPR/AED
- Patient Observation
- Nursing Intervention Evaluations
- Staff Supervision
Timeline
LPN Charge Nurse
Pleasant Valley Nursing Home
01.2022 - Current
Wound Care Nurse
The Blossoms at Cumberland
01.2017 - 01.2022
Infection Control Nurse
The Blossoms at Cumberland
01.2017 - 01.2022
No Degree - Practical Nursing
College of The Ouachita's
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