Kyleigh Whitley
Palo Alto,CA
Summary
Dedicated Licensed Practical Nurse and Charge Nurse with a proven track record at Oakmont Assisted Living, adept in patient management and clinical documentation. Expertly balances HIPAA compliance with enthusiastic patient care, mentoring staff, and enhancing preventive care measures. Achieves significant improvements in patient recovery rates through effective medication reconciliation and emergency response.
Overview
3
3
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Licensed Practical Nurse
Oakmont Assisted Living
Palo Alto, CA
09.2024 - Current
- Performed physical examinations in accordance with established protocols.
- Managed medical records including documenting progress notes and filing documents in the electronic system.
- Coordinated with healthcare team to establish, enact and evaluate patient care plans.
- Helped patients and families feel comfortable during challenging and stressful situations, promoting recovery and reducing compliance issues.
- Identified potential health risks in order to provide early intervention services when needed.
- Documented medications administered to patients, following instructions from physicians and healthcare providers.
- Assessed patient health conditions and provided appropriate care.
- Referred patients to specialists or other healthcare providers as necessary.
- Scheduled appointments for follow-up visits to monitor patient progress.
Charge Nurse
Webster House
Palo Alto, CA
01.2023 - Current
- Conducted daily rounds to assess patient conditions, evaluate progress towards goals, and document changes in status or plan of care as needed.
- Assessed patient conditions, monitored behaviors and updated supervising physicians with observations and concerns.
- Educated patients, caregivers and families on diagnoses, treatment and disease prevention.
- Delegated tasks appropriately among staff members according to their qualifications.
- Advised, coached and mentored experienced and student nurses on medical issues, crisis management, and appropriate nursing interventions.
- Assisted with admission and discharge planning for assigned patients.
- Maintained strict patient data procedures to comply with HIPAA laws and prevent information breaches.
- Coordinated communication between physicians and other healthcare professionals regarding patient care.
- Monitored vital signs, medication administration, and fluid balance for assigned patients.
- Oversaw medication administration, monitored distribution and documented responses.
- Met with administrator to discuss patient care status, issues, and information.
- Ensured compliance with infection control protocols throughout the facility.
- Ensured that all documentation was completed accurately according to established policies and procedures.
- Supported physicians and consultants with tests and procedures.
- Audited patient charts in real-time, verifying accuracy and completion of information.
- Interpreted and evaluated diagnostic tests to identify and assess patient's condition.
Charge Nurse
Los Altos Sub-Acute
Los Altos, CA
01.2022 - 07.2023
- Conducted daily rounds to assess patient conditions, evaluate progress towards goals, and document changes in status or plan of care as needed.
- Built and maintained strong working relationships between nursing department and other disciplines.
- Assessed patient conditions, monitored behaviors and updated supervising physicians with observations and concerns.
- Educated patients, caregivers and families on diagnoses, treatment and disease prevention.
- Delegated tasks appropriately among staff members according to their qualifications.
- Assisted with admission and discharge planning for assigned patients.
- Coordinated and performed patient admissions, transfers and discharges.
- Maintained strict patient data procedures to comply with HIPAA laws and prevent information breaches.
- Conducted specified laboratory tests to help detect conditions and determine diagnosis.
- Monitored vital signs, medication administration, and fluid balance for assigned patients.
- Trained and mentored new RNs on best practices, hospital policies and standards of care.
Education
LVN License - Nursing
Unitek College
Fremont, CA11-2021
Skills
- Medication reconciliation
- Patient management
- Clinical documentation
- HIPAA compliance
- Preventive care
- Emergency response
- Patient care
- Staff direction and task delegation
Certification
- BLS certified
- IV & Blood Withdrawal certified
Timeline
Licensed Practical Nurse
Oakmont Assisted Living
09.2024 - Current
Charge Nurse
Webster House
01.2023 - Current
Charge Nurse
Los Altos Sub-Acute
01.2022 - 07.2023
LVN License - Nursing
Unitek College
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