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Kristine H Guiswite

Jersey Shore,PA

Summary

Proficient and caring nursing team member offering outstanding patient-facing experience. Adept at addressing patient needs with compassionate care and attention to detail. Diligent about maximizing satisfaction, safety and wellness while serving patients of all backgrounds. Experienced nursing professional with excellent skills in patient assessment, disease management and medication administration. Proven track record of delivering high-quality care.

Overview

9
9
years of professional experience

Work History

Licensed Practical Nurse

Dedicated Nursing Association
04.2023 - Current
  • Cared for wounds, provided treatments, and assisted with procedures.
  • Assisted with admissions, appointments, transfers, and discharges.
  • Documented accurate and complete patient information to address patient problems and expected outcomes.
  • Obtained patient vital signs and input/output measurements from inpatients.
  • Administered medications and injections to patients.

Licensed Practical Nurse

Lock Haven Nursing And Rehab
12.2022 - 05.2023
  • Cared for wounds, provided treatments, and assisted with procedures.
  • Assisted with admissions, appointments, transfers, and discharges.
  • Documented accurate and complete patient information to address patient problems and expected outcomes.
  • Obtained patient vital signs and input/output measurements from inpatients.
  • Administered medications and injections to patients.

Licensed Practical Nurse

StaffQuest
08.2020 - 04.2023
  • Cared for wounds, provided treatments, and assisted with procedures.
  • Assisted with admissions, appointments, transfers, and discharges.
  • Documented accurate and complete patient information to address patient problems and expected outcomes.
  • Obtained patient vital signs and input/output measurements from inpatients.
  • Administered medications and injections to patients.

Licensed Practical Nurse

Geisinger
04.2021 - 07.2022

Endoscopy Outpatient Procedure

  • Delivered updates in patient status to charge nurse, recording changes in medical records.
  • Answered incoming phone calls from patients to provide basic assistance and triage medical concerns.
  • Insert IVs
  • Reviewed patient history to verify conditions and current medications.
  • Evaluated patient histories, complaints, and current symptoms.
  • Protected patients and healthcare team members from infection by sterilizing equipment and reusable supplies.

Nursing Aide

Staffquest
10.2018 - 08.2020
  • Promoted good oral and personal hygiene by aiding patients with shaving, bathing, and teeth brushing.
  • Monitored, tracked, and conveyed important patient information to healthcare staff to help optimize treatment planning and care delivery.
  • Agreed to take on additional shifts and extra hours during busy periods and holidays to maintain proper staffing and floor coverage.
  • Participated in fun group activities with patients to boost mood, improve overall memory, and provide light entertainment.
  • Evaluated patients to identify and address wounds, behavioral concerns, and medically relevant symptoms.

Medication Technician

Maria Joseph Manor
01.2018 - 10.2018
  • Prepared medication doses accurately by following medication administration record (MAR) written by healthcare providers.
  • Reordered medication to maintain adequate supply.
  • Documented medication administration into electronic medical records (EMR) to avoid duplication of medication dosages.
  • Counted and recorded medication inventory routinely to maintain medication security and control.
  • Unpacked, sorted, counted, and labeled all incoming medications to keep optimum inventory levels.
  • Interacted with patients and monitored vital signs during time of admission to report details to registered nurse.

Personal Care Assistant

Family Care
05.2017 - 10.2017
  • Built strong relationships with clients to deliver emotional support and companionship.
  • Assisted with dressing guidance, grooming, meal preparation, and medication reminders.
  • Assisted clients with daily living needs to maintain self-esteem and general wellness.
  • Engaged patients in meaningful conversation, socialization, and activity while providing personal care assistance.
  • Assisted with feeding and monitored intake to help patients achieve nutritional objectives.
  • Planned, prepared, and served meals and snacks according to prescribed diets.

Personal Care Assistant

Caregivers America
12.2014 - 12.2015
  • Built strong relationships with clients to deliver emotional support and companionship.
  • Assisted with dressing guidance, grooming, meal preparation, and medication reminders.
  • Assisted clients with daily living needs to maintain self-esteem and general wellness.
  • Engaged patients in meaningful conversation, socialization, and activity while providing personal care assistance.
  • Planned, prepared, and served meals and snacks according to prescribed diets.
  • Assisted with daily living activities, running errands, and household chores.
  • Supported clients with mental support and physical activities to accomplish quality of life and sustain needs.

Education

High School Diploma -

Millville Area High School
Millville, PA

Nursing

Central Susquehanna LPN Career Center
08.2019

Skills

  • Healthcare Platforms
  • Epic Systems
  • Electronic Medical Record (EMR) Software
  • HIPAA Protocols
  • Documenting Incidents
  • Charting and Recording

Timeline

Licensed Practical Nurse

Dedicated Nursing Association
04.2023 - Current

Licensed Practical Nurse

Lock Haven Nursing And Rehab
12.2022 - 05.2023

Licensed Practical Nurse

Geisinger
04.2021 - 07.2022

Licensed Practical Nurse

StaffQuest
08.2020 - 04.2023

Nursing Aide

Staffquest
10.2018 - 08.2020

Medication Technician

Maria Joseph Manor
01.2018 - 10.2018

Personal Care Assistant

Family Care
05.2017 - 10.2017

Personal Care Assistant

Caregivers America
12.2014 - 12.2015

High School Diploma -

Millville Area High School

Nursing

Central Susquehanna LPN Career Center
Kristine H Guiswite