Larena Jackson
Spartanburg,SC
Summary
Accomplished LPN with a proven track record at Spartanburg Regional Medical Center, adept in vital signs monitoring and patient assessments. Excelled in geriatric nursing and demonstrated exceptional time management, enhancing patient care and compliance. Skilled in medication administration and fostering patient education, significantly contributing to improved health outcomes. Proficient and caring nursing team member offering outstanding patient-facing experience. Adept at addressing patient needs with compassionate care and attention to detail. Diligent about maximizing satisfaction, safety and wellness while serving patients of all backgrounds.
Overview
24
24
years of professional experience
Work History
LPN
Spartanburg Regional Medical Center
2022.12 - Current
- 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.
- Managed patient care through closely monitoring respiration, blood pressure, and blood glucose levels.
- Answered incoming phone calls from patients to provide basic assistance and triage medical concerns.
- Assisted in the management of chronic health conditions by providing education, support, and follow-up care.
- Assisted physicians during examinations or procedures as needed, playing a vital role in the overall patient experience.
- Administered medications and injections to patients.
- Assessed patients' temperature, pulse, and blood pressure and recorded in electronic medical records.
Dementia Specialist/ LPN
Eden Terrace Assisted Living and Memory Care
2009.03 - 2022.12
- Followed all company policies and procedures to deliver quality work.
- Preformed Assessments in Home or hospital setting to determine if patient was appropriate for admission.
- Completed yearly training for all current employees
- Completed orientation for all new hires
- Worked closely with families to help them care for their loved one with dementia
- Worked with home health and hospice agencies to provide the best care for the patient
- Created and maintained schedule for all staff in Assisted Living and memory care
LPN
Westgate Family Physicians
2000.12 - 2009.03
- Utilized time management skills to prioritize tasks effectively, allowing for efficient completion of daily responsibilities.
- Assisted in the management of chronic health conditions by providing education, support, and follow-up care.
- Educated patients and caregivers on medical diagnoses, treatment options, chronic disease self-management and wound management.
- Assisted physicians during examinations or procedures as needed, playing a vital role in the overall patient experience.
- Comforted and counseled patients and families throughout care process.
- Administered medications and injections to patients.
- Assessed patients' temperature, pulse, and blood pressure and recorded in electronic medical records.
- Reviewed patient history to verify conditions and current medications.
- Evaluated patient histories, complaints, and current symptoms.
Education
Nursing
Spartanburg Technical College
Spartanburg, SC06.1990
High School Diploma -
Paul M Dorman High School
Spartanburg, SC05.1989
Skills
Vital signs monitoring
Medical Documentation
Geriatric Nursing
Catheter Care
Diabetes management
End of life care
Maternal-child nursing
Behavioral Health
Hospice Care
Medication Administration
HIPAA Compliance
Clinical Documentation
Patient Assessments
Timeline
LPN
Spartanburg Regional Medical Center
2022.12 - Current
Dementia Specialist/ LPN
Eden Terrace Assisted Living and Memory Care
2009.03 - 2022.12
LPN
Westgate Family Physicians
2000.12 - 2009.03
Nursing
Spartanburg Technical College
High School Diploma -
Paul M Dorman High School
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