Kristina Ferguson
Wisner,LA
Summary
Accomplished LPN at Plantation Oaks with expertise in medication administration and patient relationship building. Prior to working as an LPN, I practiced as a CNA. Efficient in enhanced patient outcomes through effective care planning and collaboration with healthcare teams. Throughout my time at Plantation Oaks I thoroughly trained staff on best practices, ensuring HIPAA compliance and quality improvement. Recognized for adaptability and managing critical situations, and improving patient satisfaction. Effective at team centered and individual projects while providing excellent patient care. More than anything, I take pride in the work that I do, and the people I care for.
Overview
1
1
year of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
LPN
Central Management
09.2024 - Current
- Administered medications and treatments according to prescribed protocols and patient care plans.
- Monitored patients' vital signs, reporting changes to healthcare team for timely interventions.
- Assisted in the development of individualized care plans based on patient assessments and needs.
- Educated patients and families about health conditions, treatment options, and preventive care strategies.
- Collaborated with multidisciplinary teams to enhance patient outcomes and streamline care processes.
- Trained new staff on clinical procedures and best practices for effective patient care delivery.
- Implemented infection control measures to ensure a safe environment for patients and staff members.
- Improved patient outcomes by administering medications, monitoring vital signs, and documenting relevant information.
- Cared for wounds, provided treatments, and assisted with procedures.
- Assisted with admissions, appointments, transfers, and discharges.
- Collaborated with interdisciplinary healthcare teams to ensure continuous quality improvement in patient care delivery.
- Documented accurate and complete patient information to address patient problems and expected outcomes.
- Demonstrated excellent technical skills in wound dressing changes, IV therapy administration, catheter insertion, and other routine nursing procedures.
- Managed time-sensitive tasks effectively under pressure while maintaining composure during critical situations or emergencies.
- Adapted quickly to changing patient needs, adjusting care plans accordingly to ensure optimal outcomes in diverse clinical scenarios.
Education
Licensed Practical Nurse - Nursing Science
Delta Community College
Winnsboro, LA05-2024
Skills
- Medication administration
- Direct patient care
- Vital signs monitoring
- HIPAA compliance
- Patient relationship building
- Care planning
- Caregiving skills
- Staff supervision
- Inpatient care
- Chronic disease management
- End-of-life care
- Pain management
- Counting narcotics
Certification
BLS certified through American Heart Association.
Timeline
LPN
Central Management
09.2024 - Current
Licensed Practical Nurse - Nursing Science
Delta Community College