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Kimberly Weaver

North Canton,OH

Summary

To promote quality service within a compassionate environment by treating each individual with dignity and respect. Support organizational efforts to provide teaching healthcare skills to its clients utilizing 45 years of experience and leadership skills. Teaching with passion and an enthusiastic attitude. Knowledgeable LPN with deep understanding of patient care and medical procedures. Successfully managed diverse patient needs in various healthcare settings, ensuring high-quality care and patient satisfaction. Demonstrated strong communication and problem-solving skills while working collaboratively with healthcare teams. Dependable healthcare team member with sound judgment, excellent clinical abilities, and smooth bedside manner. Track and chart vitals and other markers to help patients, support team treatment goals and boost outcomes. Exceptional approach in patient support. Seasoned LPN with expertise in healthcare. Work effectively within interdisciplinary teams to develop, implement and adjust interventions. Dependable healthcare team member with sound judgment, excellent clinical abilities, and smooth bedside manner. Track and chart vitals and other markers to help patients, support team treatment goals and boost outcomes. Exceptional approach in patient support. Dynamic individual with hands-on experience in patient care and talent for navigating challenges. Brings strong problem-solving skills and proactive approach to new tasks. Known for adaptability, creativity, and results-oriented mindset. Committed to making meaningful contributions and advancing organizational goals.

Overview

48
48
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification

Work History

LPN Staff Nurse

Bethany Nursing Home
04.2023 - Current
  • Administered medications and monitored patient responses to ensure optimal care and compliance with treatment plans.
  • Assisted in daily living activities, enhancing patient comfort and promoting independence through tailored support.
  • Collaborated with nursing staff to develop individualized care plans, ensuring comprehensive and effective patient management.
  • Educated patients and families on health conditions, medications, and post-discharge instructions to promote understanding and compliance.
  • Maintained accurate patient records using electronic health record systems, improving data accessibility for healthcare teams.
  • Trained new nursing staff on procedures and best practices, fostering a collaborative team environment focused on quality care.
  • Implemented infection control measures that enhanced safety protocols within the facility, reducing potential hazards for residents.
  • Conducted routine assessments of patients' vital signs and reported changes to nursing staff for timely interventions.
  • 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.
  • Obtained patient vital signs and input/output measurements from inpatients.
  • Reduced medication errors by accurately administering medications and diligently verifying patient information.
  • 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.
  • 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.

Adjunct CNA Instructor

Stark State College of Technology
12.2021 - Current
  • Assessed student knowledge levels and abilities with detailed assessments.
  • Contributed educational and clinical expertise to help optimize training courses and boost student learning.
  • Prepared course materials such as syllabi, homework assignments and handouts for distribution or use within classroom.
  • Oversaw laboratory and clinical environments to help students advance knowledge and abilities.
  • Compiled, administered and graded examinations to evaluate and record student comprehension levels.
  • Demonstrated respect, friendliness and willingness to help wherever needed.
  • Excellent communication skills, both verbal and written.
  • Evaluated student performance through practical assessments, ensuring adherence to quality standards.
  • Mentored aspiring CNAs, fostering professional growth and confidence in clinical settings.
  • Collaborated with faculty to enhance program effectiveness and optimize instructional methodologies.
  • Conducted workshops on best practices in nursing assistant care for continuous improvement.

Occupational Health Nurse

PCC Airfoils LLC
05.2022 - 08.2022
  • Maintained employee health records.
  • Monitored medical documentation submitted by employees.
  • Worked closely with Workman's Compensation onsite managing claims.
  • Onsite first aid for work related injuries.
  • Maintaining of OSHA logs.

Staff Nurse LPN

Sprenger Healthcare Center Roselane
04.2016 - 01.2022
  • Administered medications and monitored patient responses to enhance safety and efficacy of care.
  • Coordinated patient care plans with interdisciplinary teams to ensure comprehensive treatment approaches.
  • Educated patients and families on health management and post-discharge instructions for improved recovery outcomes.
  • Evaluated patients' conditions, identifying critical changes to facilitate timely interventions and enhance outcomes.
  • Mentored junior nurses, fostering professional growth and ensuring adherence to clinical standards of practice.
  • Administered medications via oral, IV, and intramuscular injections and monitored responses.
  • Performed various nursing interventions such as wound dressing, vital sign monitoring, and specimen collection.
  • Assessed physical, psychological, physiologic, and cognitive status of patients.
  • Implemented medication and IV administration, catheter insertion, and airway management.
  • Developed strong rapport with patients and families, fostering trust and open communication during challenging times.

Restorative Nurse LPN

Spenger Healthcare Center Roselane
05.2015 - 04.2016
  • Led multidisciplinary care teams to develop and implement personalized restorative care plans.
  • Mentored nursing staff on best practices for patient mobility and rehabilitation techniques.
  • Evaluated patient progress, adjusting care strategies to meet individual recovery goals.
  • Collaborated with healthcare professionals to ensure continuity of care and optimal patient outcomes.
  • Trained staff on the use of restorative nursing tools and systems, enhancing operational efficiency.
  • Conducted comprehensive assessments to identify patient needs and potential barriers to recovery.
  • Facilitated family education sessions on restorative practices, fostering support networks for patients.

LPN Nursing Supervisor

United Church Homes Chapel Hill Community
02.2003 - 04.2015


  • Oversaw daily nursing operations to ensure high-quality patient care.
  • Overseeing of RN's, LPN's STNA's and PCA's ( non certified nurses aides) in the skilled LTC and assisted living areas.
  • Maintaining daily staffing levels in the nursing dept. for all 3 shifts in skilled, LTC and AL.
  • Creating and presenting of annual performance reviews.
  • Tracking and issuing of staff's corrective actions and absenteeism, including counseling.
  • Facilitated administering and tracking of staff annual TB and influenza immunization of all staff and residents in facility.
  • Trainer in Point Click Care EMAR/ETAR, order entry computerized charting system.
  • Facilitated ancillary services for residents. Podiatry, Dental, Optometry, Audiology.
  • Performed QA monitors in preparation for ODH State Survey.
  • Electronic downloading of residents records into Point Click Care.
  • Worked closely with staffing coordinator with creating schedules of all nursing staff. When staffing coordinator position was eliminated, interviewed for all positions in the nursing dept.
  • Worked closely with HR manager in hiring and termination process.
  • Performed background checks BCI/FBI performing digital fingerprinting.
  • Performed drug screens of new hires and of employees.
  • Acted as Interim Human Resources twice within a year period while HR manager position was vacated.
  • Facilitated new hire general orientation classes.

LPN Staff Nurse

Mercy Medial Center
08.2002 - 02.2003
  • Administered medications and monitored patient vitals to ensure optimal health outcomes.
  • Collaborated with nursing staff to develop individualized care plans for residents.
  • Provided compassionate support and assistance with daily living activities for residents.
  • Educated patients and families on health management, enhancing understanding of care processes.

LPN Staff Nurse

Correctional Health Care Stark County Jail
08.2001 - 05.2002
  • Trained and mentored new nursing staff on best practices in patient care delivery.
  • Medical processing and intake of new inmates.
  • Administration of medications and treatments.
  • Assisting facility physician with routine physicals .
  • Providing emergency first aid .
  • Medical discharging of inmate from correctional facility
  • Advocated for resident needs, ensuring high-quality care aligned with facility standards and regulations.
  • Assisted with admissions, appointments, transfers, and discharges.
  • Utilization of strong assessment skills to determine necessary patient care.
  • Adhered to treatment plan instructions when administering medications and treatments to patients.

LPN/Corrections Clinic Nurse

Carondelet Health Network St. Mary's Hospital
09.1981 - 08.2001
  • Administered medications and treatments according to established protocols and patient care plans.
  • Monitored vital signs, assessing patient conditions and reporting changes to healthcare team.
  • Assisted in developing individualized care plans based on patient needs and preferences.
  • Educated patients on disease management, medication adherence, and preventive care strategies.
  • Coordinated care with MD's and Rn's to develop care plans for patients.
  • Oversaw the daily operations of Telemedicine Clinic on unit which dealt with specialty MD's at hospital consulting with MD at prison and inmate re: medical issues specific to that inmate.
  • Responsible for coordinating, directing and providing care in a hospital setting in a team leading capacity.
  • As a Service Coordinator;
  • Oversee of ancillary staff, LPNS, PCT's (non certified NA) and PCA's (entry level position performing transportation, stocking and environmental services).
  • Safety Committee Representative

Nurse Aid

Timken Mercy Hospital
05.1977 - 10.1979
  • Provided compassionate care to patients, ensuring comfort and well-being during daily activities.
  • Assisted nursing staff with patient assessments, maintaining accurate records and documentation.
  • Monitored vital signs and reported changes to healthcare team for timely interventions.
  • Trained new aides in proper caregiving techniques and adherence to safety protocols.
  • Worked on Pediatric and young adult unit providing care at the direction and supervision of a nurse.

Education

LPN - Nursing

Canton City Schools LPN Program
Canton, Ohio
10-1980

Skills

  • Geriatrics, Pediatrics, Orthopedics, Correctional Health Care
  • Telemedicine for multiple specialties for Correctional Health Care
  • Familiarity of disease management
  • 45 years of clinical experience
  • Medication administration including IV therapy certification
  • TTT Train the Trainer certificate for teaching NATCEP (CNA/STNA program)
  • Supervisory duties in many various capacities

Certification

  • Licensed LPN Ohio PN-2848-M-IV
  • Licensed LPN Arizona LPN 14458 inactive

Timeline

LPN Staff Nurse

Bethany Nursing Home
04.2023 - Current

Occupational Health Nurse

PCC Airfoils LLC
05.2022 - 08.2022

Adjunct CNA Instructor

Stark State College of Technology
12.2021 - Current

Staff Nurse LPN

Sprenger Healthcare Center Roselane
04.2016 - 01.2022

Restorative Nurse LPN

Spenger Healthcare Center Roselane
05.2015 - 04.2016

LPN Nursing Supervisor

United Church Homes Chapel Hill Community
02.2003 - 04.2015

LPN Staff Nurse

Mercy Medial Center
08.2002 - 02.2003

LPN Staff Nurse

Correctional Health Care Stark County Jail
08.2001 - 05.2002

LPN/Corrections Clinic Nurse

Carondelet Health Network St. Mary's Hospital
09.1981 - 08.2001

Nurse Aid

Timken Mercy Hospital
05.1977 - 10.1979

LPN - Nursing

Canton City Schools LPN Program

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