Lacey Williams
Wound Care Certified Registered Nurse
Gardner,KS
Summary
Dynamic Wound Care Registered Nurse with extensive experience at Brookdale Overland Park, specializing in complex wound management and treatment as well as patient, staff and caregiver education. Proficient in current practices and treatment of various wounds, ostomies and incontinence related skin issues. Provides compassionate care with strong clinical judgment and effective communication skills. Committed to quality improvement and team collaboration.
Overview
17
17
years of professional experience
Work History
Wound Care Nurse
Brookdale Overland Park
Overland Park, KS
11.2014 - Current
- Collaborated with healthcare team to implement pressure relieving interventions and skin breakdown prevention.
- Educated patients and families with compassionate care on wound care management and dressing change techniques to promote self-management and healing.
- Administered wound dressings and treatments following established protocols for optimal recovery.
- Performed wound dressing changes and treatments while meticulously adhering to infection control measures to minimize risk for infections and complications in wound healing.
- Mentored junior nursing staff and nursing students on best practices in wound management and patient communication.
- Evaluated patients' wounds, their progress and recommended appropriate treatments, expediting the healing process.
- Conducted regular weekly assessments of patients' wounds, including measurements and documentation via EMR, to track progress and adjust treatment plans accordingly.
- Communicated effectively with patients from diverse backgrounds, fostering trust and understanding throughout their treatment journey.
- Effectively managed inventory of supplies, ensuring availability of necessary materials for timely delivery of care to patients.
- Coordinated with healthcare providers to develop individualized care plans, addressing the unique needs of each patient.
- Assisted physicians in performing bedside debridement procedures, ensuring optimal patient safety and comfort during the process.
- Enhanced patient comfort and healing by proactively addressing pain management and emotional support needs related to wound care.
- Improved patient satisfaction by providing compassionate education on wound care management and prevention strategies.
- Advocated for adoption of advanced wound care technologies within the facility, resulting in accelerated healing times and patient comfort.
- Evaluated patient histories, complaints, and current symptoms.
Registered Nurse
Brookdale Overland Park
Overland Park, KS
11.2019 - Current
- Administered oral, topical, IV and injectable medications per physician's orders to ensure patient safety.
- Performed dressing changes on various types of wounds with meticulous clean technique and attention to infection control measures.
- Conducted thorough patient assessments to identify changes in condition, promptly notifying physicians and initiating appropriate interventions when necessary.
- Collaborated with healthcare team to develop individualized care plans for patients.
- Educated patients and families on health management and discharge instructions effectively.
- Mentored junior nursing staff and nursing students on best practices and protocols.
- Utilized critical thinking skills to prioritize nursing interventions based on patients' acuity levels and individual needs.
- Enhanced patient satisfaction by providing compassionate care that addressed physical, emotional, and spiritual needs of patients' from various backgrounds.
- Skillfully managed challenging patient situations using de-escalation techniques, crisis intervention strategies, and therapeutic communication skills.
- Provided support for patients'' families during difficult medical decisions or end-of-life care, serving as a liaison between the healthcare team and loved ones.
- Documented head-to-toe assessments, medication and treatment administration, narrative notes, discharge instructions, and follow-up care arrangements via EMR.
- Communicated with healthcare providers and interdisciplinary team members to plan, implement and enhance treatment strategies.
- Provided skilled, timely and level-headed emergency response to critically-ill patients.
- Collaborated with leadership to devise initiatives for improving nursing satisfaction, retention and morale.
Education
Wound Care Certification 2019 | Recert 2024
Wound Care Education Institute
Morrisville, NC02.2024
Associate of Science - Nursing
Neosho County Community College
Ottawa, KS12.2017
Nursing-LPN Diploma
Kansas City Kansas Community College
Kansas City, KS12.2009
Skills
Self motivation
Certification
Wound Care Certified
Basic Life Support (CPR & AED)
Timeline
Registered Nurse
Brookdale Overland Park
11.2019 - Current
Wound Care Nurse
Brookdale Overland Park
11.2014 - Current
Nursing-LPN Diploma
Kansas City Kansas Community College
Wound Care Certification 2019 | Recert 2024
Wound Care Education Institute
Associate of Science - Nursing
Neosho County Community College