Lana Almhana
Chicago Ridge,IL
Summary
Skilled healthcare professional with strong background in wound care and geriatric care. Proven ability to assess, plan, and implement effective treatment plans. Known for fostering teamwork and adapting to changing needs, ensuring optimal patient outcomes. Adept at utilizing advanced wound care techniques and maintaining high standards of patient care. I adapt quickly and appreciate the healthcare field.
Overview
3
3
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Wound Care Nurse
Bria Strive Center
Palos Hills
05.2024 - Current
- Treated and carefully tended to vascular, arterial, diabetic, pressure and all other injuries
- Collaborated with healthcare team to implement interventions for wound healing and skin breakdown prevention
- Evaluated patients skin to rule out any signs of injuries
- Appropriately staged or diagnosed skin findings upon skin assessment
- Discharge training with patients and families discharging with active skin issues
- Assessed patients alongside wound care provider on a weekly basis
- Tracking heel boots, low air loss mattress, and wedges as patients were admitted and discharged
- Documenting appropriately based on injury/skin findings
- Corresponding with Registered Dietician to promote wound healing
- Collaborated with interdisciplinary teams for comprehensive treatment plans, resulting in improved patient outcomes
- Provided surgeons with any change in conditions to surgical sites
- Conducted appropriate documentation regarding change in condition, worsening wounds or in house acquired wounds
LPN
Clipboard Health Agency
Agency
01.2024 - Current
LPN
Bella Terra
Lombard And Elmhurst Locations
11.2023 - 06.2024
- Utilized time management skills to prioritize tasks effectively, allowing for efficient completion of daily responsibilities
- Maintained accurate documentation Of all relevant clinical data, ensuring compliance with regulatory standards
- Implemented infection control measures, ensuring a clean and safe environment for patients and staff
- Managed patient care through closely monitoring respiration, blood pressure, and blood glucose levels
- Assisted with admissions, appointments, transfers, and discharges
- Adhered to treatment plan instructions when administering medications and treatments to patients
- Delivered updates in patient status to charge nurse, recording changes in medical records
Wound Care Technician
Bella Terra
Lombard, IL
02.2023 - 12.2023
- Ensured treatment carts were stocked appropriately
- Assisted wound care nurse in patient turning and transferring
- Ensured patient incontinence care was performed prior to dressing changes
- Positioned patients appropriately prior to dressing changes
- Performed daily skin check to compromised patients
CNA
Clipboard Health Agency
Agency
04.2022 - 12.2023
CNA
ProMedica
Palos Heights, IL
12.2021 - 04.2022
- Checked patient vitals such as temperature, blood pressure, and blood sugar levels
- Aided patients in oral and personal hygiene care
- Assisted patients with daily living activities, promoting ADCs
- Assisted with feeding and monitored intake via POC
- Answered call lights within a timely manner
Education
Licensed Practical Nurse -
ATS Institute of Technology
Chicago, IL09.2023
High School Diploma -
Amos Alonzo Stan High School
Palos Hills, IL12.2020
Skills
- Wound assessment
- Clinical judgment
- Patient education
- Wound care
- Pressure ulcer management
- Intervention planning
- Wound treatment
- Family education
- Negative pressure therapy
- Wound vacuums
Certification
- CPR/AED Certification
- CNA Certification
- Licensed Practical Nurse (LPN) - Illinois Board of Nursing
Languages
English
Native or Bilingual
Arabic
Professional Working
Timeline
Wound Care Nurse
Bria Strive Center
05.2024 - Current
LPN
Clipboard Health Agency
01.2024 - Current
LPN
Bella Terra
11.2023 - 06.2024
Wound Care Technician
Bella Terra
02.2023 - 12.2023
CNA
Clipboard Health Agency
04.2022 - 12.2023
CNA
ProMedica
12.2021 - 04.2022
High School Diploma -
Amos Alonzo Stan High School
Licensed Practical Nurse -
ATS Institute of Technology