- Cooking
- Avid Reader
- I enjoy cooking for friends and family gatherings
- Sports
- Spending time w/ family and friends
- Spending time outside w/ my dogs, gecko, bearded dragon, chickens and ducks
- Watching movies w/ family and friends
Krystal N. Wheeler
Newton,Kansas
Summary
With 7 years of experience in the Healthcare career as a Certified Nurse Assistant for the first 4 years then later with 3 years as a Licensed Practical Nurse. Healthcare professional with solid background in patient care and medical support. Proven ability to assist in various medical procedures and maintain accurate patient records. Known for effective teamwork and adaptability in dynamic healthcare environments, consistently delivering reliable and compassionate care.
Overview
7
7
years of professional experience
Work History
Licensed Practical Nurse
Axtell Clinic
Newton, KS
03.2024 - Current
- Check-in patients, and obtain necessary patient information to update and maintain records
- Preparing patients for examination with the doctor
- Collect the medication and medical history of the patient
- Prepare equipment, supplies, and physician trays in examination rooms
- Clean patients’ rooms as needed and frequently
- Administer medication injections, and immunizations with proper safety techniques
- Triage patient phone calls
- Notify patients by phone with lab/imaging results
- Administered medications and monitored patient vital signs to ensure optimal health outcomes.
- Assisted in patient assessments and developed individualized care plans to meet diverse needs.
- Educated patients on health management strategies, promoting adherence to treatment plans.
Licensed Practical Nurse
Ascension Medical St. Francis Hospital
Wichita, KS
10.2023 - 02.2024
- Recording the patient’s history
- Giving medication as prescribed by the physician
- Taking vital signs such as blood pressure, temperature, and weight
- Basic wound care includes cleaning and bandaging injured areas
- Giving injections of medications
- Providing immunizations
- Entering information into computer systems
- Ensuring patients and families understand release instructions
- Working alongside guidance and supervision by Registered Nurse
- Providing oversight into Nursing Assistive Personnel (NAP)
- Monitoring fluid/food intake and output
- Moving patients safely
- Observing patient reactions to medications
- Observing patient mental health status
- Providing emotional support
- Assisting with daily needs such as bathing and dressing
- Observing patients for skin breakdown
- Administered medications and monitored patients' vital signs to ensure optimal care delivery.
- Collaborated with healthcare teams to develop and implement patient care plans effectively.
- Streamlined documentation processes, enhancing accuracy and compliance with regulatory standards.
- Aided in reducing appointment wait times by efficiently scheduling patients according to provider availability and clinical urgency levels.
- Administered medications and monitored patient vitals in accordance with established protocols.
- Collaborated with multidisciplinary teams to develop and implement individualized care plans.
Licensed Vocational Nurse
Axtell Clinic
Newton, KS
03.2023 - 07.2023
- Check-in patients, and obtain necessary patient information to update and maintain records
- Preparing patients for examination with the doctor
- Collect the medication and medical history of the patient
- Prepare equipment, supplies, and physician trays in examination rooms
- Clean patients’ rooms as needed and frequently
- Administer medication injections, and immunizations with proper safety techniques
- Triage patient phone calls
- Notify patients by phone with lab/imaging results
Licensed Practical Nurse
Schowalter Villas (Bluestem Communities)
Hesston, KS
07.2022 - 03.2023
- Performed direct resident care aimed at increasing comfort care by supporting and helping with personal hygiene, physical comfort, nutrition, elimination, prevention of skin breakdown, rehabilitation, and safety.
- Help residents with transfers, ambulation, and walking aides
- Serve resident meals, maintain resident's rooms, and answer call lights to meet resident's needs.
- Ensure residents and their family’s satisfaction and happiness in all aspects of their lives in the facility.
- Providing oversight into Nursing Assistive Personnel (NAP)
- Took advantage of opportunities for continuing education, quality assurance, and performance improvement activities.
- Administered medications and monitored patient vitals to ensure optimal health outcomes.
- Developed individualized care plans based on patient assessments and physician recommendations.
- Educated patients and families on disease management, medication regimens, and health maintenance strategies.
- Collaborated with interdisciplinary teams to coordinate comprehensive care for diverse patient populations.
Licensed Practical Nurse
Mcpherson Hospital
Mcpherson, KS
06.2022 - 03.2023
- Recording the patient’s history
- Giving medication as prescribed by the physician
- Taking vital signs such as blood pressure, temperature, and weight
- Basic wound care includes cleaning and bandaging injured areas
- Giving injections of medications
- Providing immunizations
- Entering information into computer systems
- Ensuring patients and families understand release instructions
- Providing oversight into Nursing Assistive Personnel (NAP)
- Monitoring fluid/food intake and output
- Moving patients safely
- Observing patient reactions to medications
- Observing patient mental health status
- Providing emotional support
- Assisting with daily needs such as bathing and dressing
- Observing patients for skin breakdown
Certified Nurse Assistant
Trinity Nursing Agency
Salina, Kansas
01.2022 - 05.2022
- Repositioning patients
- Helping with personal care
- Delivering basic medical care to patients
- Assisted patients with daily living activities to enhance comfort and quality of life.
- Monitored vital signs and reported any changes to nursing staff for prompt attention.
Certified Nurse Assistant
Axtell Clinic
Newton, Kansas
09.2018 - 06.2021
- Check in patients, obtain necessary patient information to update and maintain records
- Preparing patients for examination with the doctor
- Collect medication and medical history of patient
- Prepare equipment, supplies, and physician trays in examination rooms
- Clean patients’ rooms as needed and frequently
- Restock exam rooms with appropriate supplies
Education
High School Diploma -
Derby High School
Derby, Kansas01.2004
Associate degree - undefined
Cowley Community College
Wichita, Kansas01.2007
Certified Nursing Assistant - undefined
WSU Tech
Wichita, Kansas08.2018
Licensed Practical Nurse -
Hutchinson Community College
05.2022
Skills
- Medication administration
- Direct patient care
- Vital signs monitoring
- Family communication
- Patient relationship building
- Clinical documentation/judgement
Interests
Timeline
Licensed Practical Nurse
Axtell Clinic
03.2024 - Current
Licensed Practical Nurse
Ascension Medical St. Francis Hospital
10.2023 - 02.2024
Licensed Vocational Nurse
Axtell Clinic
03.2023 - 07.2023
Licensed Practical Nurse
Schowalter Villas (Bluestem Communities)
07.2022 - 03.2023
Licensed Practical Nurse
Mcpherson Hospital
06.2022 - 03.2023
Certified Nurse Assistant
Trinity Nursing Agency
01.2022 - 05.2022
Certified Nurse Assistant
Axtell Clinic
09.2018 - 06.2021
Associate degree - undefined
Cowley Community College
Certified Nursing Assistant - undefined
WSU Tech
High School Diploma -
Derby High School
Licensed Practical Nurse -
Hutchinson Community College
Personal Information
Title: Licensed Practical Nurse