Lacadia Hartman
Perris,CA
Summary
Patient-oriented, compassionate Nurse with a 16-year history in direct patient care, leadership and healthcare administration. Highly accomplished in precepting and educating healthcare teams to enhance patient care standards. Skilled in administering quality care to patients in long-term, home, hospice, medical-surgical, step-down and rehabilitative environments. Demonstrated leadership abilities that guide teams towards excellence in producing positive patient outcomes.
Overview
16
16
years of professional experience
2
2
Certification
Work History
Hospice Admissions Nurse
VITAS Healthcare
Riverside, CA
08.2022 - Current
- Developed individualized plans of care based on patient needs and preferences.
- Provided guidance on symptom management strategies for pain control or other comfort measures.
- Actively participated in quality improvement activities designed to improve the delivery of services provided by the organization.
- Coordinated with physicians, social workers, chaplains, and other healthcare providers to ensure continuity of care.
- Attended continuing education courses related to hospice care practices.
- Evaluated new admissions for appropriateness of level of service required.
- Maintained accurate documentation in medical records according to agency policies and procedures.
- Educated patients regarding end-of-life issues such as advance directives and palliative care options.
- Provided education and support to patients, family members, and caregivers about the benefits of hospice care.
Charge Nurse
Beaver Medical Group
Redlands, CA
11.2021 - 09.2022
- Delegated tasks appropriately among staff members according to their qualifications.
- Coordinated communication between physicians and other healthcare professionals regarding patient care.
- Directed unit staff and promoted quality care for diverse patients.
- Supervised Licensed Practical Nurses and Certified Nursing Assistants.
- Oversaw medication administration, monitored distribution and documented responses.
- Managed staffing levels within the unit while ensuring optimal levels of patient care.
- Collaborated with other departments such as pharmacy, laboratory services, physical therapy, to ensure proper delivery of services.
Clinic LVN
Arrowhead Regional Medical Center
Colton, CA
05.2020 - 07.2021
- Maintained accurate medical records for each patient visit.
- Instructed patients on proper medication usage, side effects, storage requirements.
- Administered injections as ordered by the physician or nurse practitioner according to established protocols.
- Answered incoming calls from patients seeking appointment scheduling or other assistance related to their medical needs.
- Performed routine clinical duties such as taking vital signs, collecting specimens, and providing wound care.
LVN Charge Nurse
Extended Care Hospital
Riverside, CA
01.2017 - 01.2020
- Provided direct patient care, including administering medications and treatments as prescribed by physicians.
- Charted changes in patient conditions and discussed concerns with supervising healthcare provider.
- Responded promptly to emergency situations such as cardiac arrests or life-threatening events.
- Precepted new staff nurses to provide education on hospital policies and procedures, patient care skills, medical procedures and techniques and patient assessments and interventions.
Education
Vocational Nurse - Nursing
Summit College
Colton, CA06-2008
Pharmacy Technician - Pharmacology
Maric College - Los Angeles
Los Angeles, CA06-2005
High School Diploma -
Moreno Valley High School
Moreno Valley, CA06-1996
Skills
- Delegation and Supervision
- Teamwork and Cooperation
- Clinical Documentation
- Admissions Support
- Physician communication
- Medication Administration
- Interpersonal and written communication
Certification
Ventilator Certified 16 years
Intravenous and Blood draw certified 16 years
Accomplishments
- Preceptorship, graduated with high honors
References
References available upon request.
Timeline
Hospice Admissions Nurse
VITAS Healthcare
08.2022 - Current
Charge Nurse
Beaver Medical Group
11.2021 - 09.2022
Clinic LVN
Arrowhead Regional Medical Center
05.2020 - 07.2021
LVN Charge Nurse
Extended Care Hospital
01.2017 - 01.2020
Vocational Nurse - Nursing
Summit College
Pharmacy Technician - Pharmacology
Maric College - Los Angeles
High School Diploma -
Moreno Valley High School