Krista Hakes
358 Chambers Road Lot 131, Horseheads
Summary
Empathetic and adaptable nursing professional with extensive experience in direct patient care and medication reconciliation. Proven ability to contribute to quality improvement initiatives and mentor new staff, fostering a collaborative environment focused on exceptional patient care.
Overview
3
3
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Licensed Practical Nurse
Corning Center For Rehabilitation And Healthcare
Corning, NY
05.2024 - Current
- Administered medications and treatments as prescribed by healthcare providers.
- Monitored patient vitals and reported changes to nursing staff promptly.
- Collaborated with interdisciplinary teams to enhance patient care quality and outcomes.
- Cared for wounds, provided treatments, and assisted with procedures.
- Facilitated efficient communication between patients, families, and healthcare providers to promote continuity of care across settings.
Licensed Practical Nurse
Arnot Ogden Medical Center
Elmira, NY
12.2024 - 05.2025
- Assisted in developing individualized care plans tailored to patient needs.
- Participated in quality improvement initiatives to enhance operational efficiency within the facility.
- Improved patient outcomes by administering medications, monitoring vital signs, and documenting relevant information.
- Administered controlled narcotics, inserted IVs, and performed catheterizations.
Licensed Practical Nurse
Elcor Health And Rehabilitation Center
Horseheads, NY
07.2023 - 12.2024
- Mentored new nursing staff to enhance professional development opportunities within the team dynamic.
- Promoted a culture of teamwork through active participation in unit meetings, performance improvement initiatives, and collaborative problem-solving efforts.
- Administered medications to ensure adherence to treatment plans, improving health outcomes.
- Helped long-term care residents with bathing, dressing, feeding, and other daily living activities.
- Participated in quality improvement initiatives to enhance operational efficiency within the facility.
Education
Bachelor of Science - Nursing
Elmira College
Elmira, NY05-2026
Associate of Science -
Corning Community College
Corning, NY12-2021
Diploma - LPN
GST Boces
Horseheads, NY07-2017
GED -
GST Boces
Horseheads, NY09-2009
High School Diploma -
Horseheads High School
Horseheads, NY06-2008
Skills
- Medication administration
- Direct patient care
- Vital signs monitoring
- HIPAA compliance
- Wound care
- Geriatric care
- Clinical documentation
- Vital signs
- Clinical judgment
- Patient safety protocols
- Medication reconciliation
- Empathetic and compassionate
Certification
CPR certified
Narcan certified
Stop the bleed certified
Languages
English
Native or Bilingual
Timeline
Licensed Practical Nurse
Arnot Ogden Medical Center
12.2024 - 05.2025
Licensed Practical Nurse
Corning Center For Rehabilitation And Healthcare
05.2024 - Current
Licensed Practical Nurse
Elcor Health And Rehabilitation Center
07.2023 - 12.2024
Bachelor of Science - Nursing
Elmira College
Associate of Science -
Corning Community College
Diploma - LPN
GST Boces
GED -
GST Boces
High School Diploma -
Horseheads High School