Kristine Bertolet
Fleetwood,PA
Summary
Dedicated LPN with extensive experience at Valley Forge Medical Center and Hospital, specializing in vital signs monitoring and delivering high-quality patient care. Expertise in diabetes management and substance abuse treatment, complemented by strong clinical documentation skills. Proven track record of enhancing patient recovery rates through effective interdisciplinary collaboration while maintaining confidentiality and employing empathy in all interactions.
Overview
19
19
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
LPN
Valley Forge Medical Center and Hospital
Norristown, PA
05.2006 - Current
- Assisted physicians with patient care by taking vital signs, administering injections and performing other nursing duties.
- Maintained accurate medical records of each patient's health condition.
- Observed patients for any changes in their condition or behaviour, reported findings to the supervisor or physician in charge.
- Coordinated with interdisciplinary team members such as doctors, nurses and social workers to ensure quality patient care was provided.
- Monitored patient progress during treatments or procedures, reporting any abnormalities to the healthcare team immediately.
- Assessed patient needs through interviews and physical examinations while adhering to safety standards.
- Performed wound care including changing dressings, cleaning wounds, applying ointments and medications and providing other necessary treatments.
- Administered medications orally, intravenously or intramuscularly depending on the prescription given by the doctor.
- Looked for physical, emotional, and symptomatic changes in patient condition and obtained necessary care for medical concerns.
- Observed strict confidentiality and safeguarded all patient-related information.
Education
Licensed Practical Nurse - Licensed Practical Nursing
Eastern Center For Arts And Technology
Willow Grove, PA04-2006
Skills
- Vital signs monitoring
- Diabetes management
- Substance abuse treatment
- CPR Certification
- Clinical Documentation
- Medication and IV administration
- Wound Dressing
- Seizure Management
Affiliations
- Crafting
- Cooking
- Camping
Certification
- Adult and Child First Aid/CPR/AED 1/14/2023
References
References available upon request.
Timeline
LPN
Valley Forge Medical Center and Hospital
05.2006 - Current
- Adult and Child First Aid/CPR/AED 1/14/2023
Licensed Practical Nurse - Licensed Practical Nursing
Eastern Center For Arts And Technology
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