Kimberly Pollitt
Monterey,TN
Summary
Dynamic LPN Charge Nurse with proven expertise at Standing Stone Care & Rehabilitation Center, skilled in critical thinking and medication administration. Successfully enhanced patient care through effective delegation and meticulous nursing documentation, ensuring compliance with policies and fostering a compassionate environment for patients and families during challenging times.
Overview
10
10
years of professional experience
Work History
LPN Charge Nurse
Standing Stone Care & Rehabilitation Center
08.2013 - 02.2015
- Assessed patients' temperature, pulse, and blood pressure and recorded in electronic medical records.
- Delegated tasks effectively, optimizing staff productivity and maintaining a well-organized nursing unit.
- 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.
- Documented vitals and medical histories in patient charts when assessing patients and communicated patient information to physicians and other nurses for care continuity.
LPN Charge Nurse
Life Care Center of Crossville
01.2013 - 08.2013
- Implemented evidence-based nursing practices to improve patient health and maintain compliance with regulatory standards.
- 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.
- Responded to patient requests with appropriate clinical and personal assistance.
- Helped long-term care residents with bathing, dressing, feeding, and other daily living activities.
- Assessed patients' temperature, pulse, and blood pressure and recorded in electronic medical records.
- Delegated tasks effectively, optimizing staff productivity and maintaining a well-organized nursing unit.
- Documented vitals and medical histories in patient charts when assessing patients and communicated patient information to physicians and other nurses for care continuity.
- Assembled and used equipment such as catheters, tracheotomy tubes, or oxygen suppliers to effectively manage patient care.
- Promoted continuity of care by thoroughly documenting shift-to-shift communication in nursing reports.
CNA
Bethesda Health Group Inc.
02.2007 - 12.2011
- Assisted patients with daily living activities, promoting independence and dignity.
- Checked patient vitals such as temperature, blood pressure, and blood sugar levels.
- Promoted good oral and personal hygiene by aiding patients with shaving, bathing, and teeth brushing.
- Enhanced patient satisfaction by providing compassionate and attentive care.
- Answered call lights and supported patient comfort and safety by adjusting bed rails and equipment.
- Utilized proper body mechanics and assistance devices when transferring patients, minimizing the risk of injury for both parties.
- Ensured prompt response to call lights, addressing patient needs in a timely manner.
- Assisted with feeding and monitored intake to help patients achieve nutritional objectives.
- Prevented bedsores by regularly repositioning patients and implementing proper wound care techniques.
- Delivered individualized patient care by recording vital signs, documenting observations, administering treatments, and evaluating patient needs.
- Supported ambulation and physical therapy needs by conducting planned exercise routines.
- Changed linens in rooms, keeping spaces fresh and clean for patient health and satisfaction.
- Completed activities of daily living for patients unable to self-care, and assisted those with limited mobility in completing tasks.
CNA
Standing Stone Care & Rehabilitation Center
06.2005 - 01.2007
- Maintained confidentiality of patient information according to HIPAA guidelines while communicating effectively with team members about critical updates.
- Helped patients complete range of motion exercises to prevent loss of function during care.
- Responded to patient requests for supplies and personal comfort items such as extra blankets.
- Prevented cross-contamination by cleaning and sterilizing equipment.
- Supported needs of residents under long-term care.
- Assisted patients with daily living activities, promoting independence and dignity.
- Checked patient vitals such as temperature, blood pressure, and blood sugar levels.
- Promoted good oral and personal hygiene by aiding patients with shaving, bathing, and teeth brushing.
- Enhanced patient satisfaction by providing compassionate and attentive care.
- Answered call lights and supported patient comfort and safety by adjusting bed rails and equipment.
- Utilized proper body mechanics and assistance devices when transferring patients, minimizing the risk of injury for both parties.
- Ensured prompt response to call lights, addressing patient needs in a timely manner.
- Assisted with feeding and monitored intake to help patients achieve nutritional objectives.
- Prevented bedsores by regularly repositioning patients and implementing proper wound care techniques.
- Delivered individualized patient care by recording vital signs, documenting observations, administering treatments, and evaluating patient needs.
Education
No Degree - Practical Nursing
Tennessee Technology Center At Livingston
Livingston, TN08-2012
High School Diploma -
Monterey High School
Monterey, TN05-2005
Skills
- Vital signs monitoring
- Nursing documentation
- Geriatric care
- End-of-life care
- Policy compliance
- Medication administration
- Critical thinking
- Patient charting
- Wound care
- Intravenous medications
- Patient education
- Dementia knowledge and care
- Specimen collection
- Attention to detail
- HIPAA compliance
Timeline
LPN Charge Nurse
Standing Stone Care & Rehabilitation Center
08.2013 - 02.2015
LPN Charge Nurse
Life Care Center of Crossville
01.2013 - 08.2013
CNA
Bethesda Health Group Inc.
02.2007 - 12.2011
CNA
Standing Stone Care & Rehabilitation Center
06.2005 - 01.2007
No Degree - Practical Nursing
Tennessee Technology Center At Livingston
High School Diploma -
Monterey High School
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