Kristine Engel
St. Charles,MO
Summary
Compassionate LPN Charge Nurse with extensive experience at Delmar Gardens South, skilled in vital signs monitoring and patient education. Proven ability to implement evidence-based practices, enhancing patient care and safety. Adept at fostering strong relationships with families, ensuring emotional support during critical times while maintaining HIPAA compliance.
Overview
18
18
years of professional experience
Work History
LPN Charge Nurse
Delmar Gardens South
10.2024 - Current
- Administered medications and treatments according to established protocols and patient care plans.
- Monitored vital signs and reported changes in patient conditions to nursing staff and physicians.
- Provided emotional support to patients and families, ensuring comfort during challenging situations.
- Maintained accurate medical records in accordance with established protocols, ensuring confidentiality of sensitive information at all times.
LPN Charge Nurse
Integrity
06.2007 - Current
- Delivered direct quality care to patients by evaluating medical conditions and managing and assessing treatments.
- Administered medications and treatments according to established protocols and patient care plans.
- Updated patient medical records with services provided, health conditions, and response to treatments using Matrix and Point Click Care.
LPN Charge Nurse
Delmar Gardens South
01.2023 - 05.2025
- Documented patient progress and interventions accurately in electronic health record systems.
- Implemented infection control measures to maintain a safe environment for patients and staff.
- 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.
- Provided compassionate end-of-life care, supporting patients and their families through difficult times.
LPN Charge Nurse
AccentCare Hospice
05.2020 - 2022
- Served as charge nurse, caring for patients with serious illnesses.
- Streamlined medication administration processes for improved accuracy, reducing medication errors and ensuring patient safety.
- Administered medications and injections to patients.
- Delivered emotional support to patients and families during challenging times.
- Provided patient education on health care issues and prescribed medications.
Education
No Degree - Practical Nursing, CA
St. Charles Community College
Cottleville, MO01-2006
Bachelor of Science - Elementary Education
Western Illinois University
Macomb, IL12-1988
Skills
- Vital signs monitoring
- Nursing documentation
- Geriatric care
- End-of-life care
- Ethical practice
- Patient education
- Dementia knowledge and care
- CPR/AED
- HIPAA compliance
- Activities of daily living adls
- Patient support
- Wound dressing
- Needs assessment
Timeline
LPN Charge Nurse
Delmar Gardens South
10.2024 - Current
LPN Charge Nurse
Delmar Gardens South
01.2023 - 05.2025
LPN Charge Nurse
AccentCare Hospice
05.2020 - 2022
LPN Charge Nurse
Integrity
06.2007 - Current
No Degree - Practical Nursing, CA
St. Charles Community College
Bachelor of Science - Elementary Education
Western Illinois University