Laura Ball
Waka,TX
Summary
Texas Licensed LVN offering 17+ years of healthcare experience. Proficient in delivering exceptional nursing care, triaging conditions and supporting diverse patient needs. Experienced nursing professional with excellent skills in patient assessment, disease management and medication administration. Proven track record of delivering high-quality care.
Overview
17
17
years of professional experience
Work History
LVN Charge Nurse
Hansford County Hospital District
02.2019 - Current
- Increased patient satisfaction scores by actively listening to patients'' needs, providing compassionate care, and addressing concerns promptly.
- Managed patient caseloads effectively by prioritizing needs, delegating tasks appropriately, and collaborating with healthcare professionals.
- Promoted continuity of care by maintaining comprehensive medical records and updating physicians on significant changes in patients'' conditions.
- Facilitated smooth transitions between shifts through efficient handoff reports that highlighted critical information for incoming nurses.
- Bolstered patient safety through consistent implementation of fall prevention measures such as bed alarms, hourly rounding, and mobility assistance.
- Cultivated strong working relationships with physicians by maintaining open communication, providing timely updates on patients'' status, and actively participating in care coordination efforts.
- Responded to patient requests with appropriate clinical and personal assistance.
- Documented patient vitals, behaviors and conditions to communicate concerns to supervising nurse.
- Took samples to complete diagnostic and routine assessment tests.
- Oversaw patient conditions, administered medicine, performed interventions and took detailed records.
- Delivered direct quality care to patients by evaluating medical conditions and managing and assessing treatments.
- Assessed patients' temperature, pulse, and blood pressure and recorded in electronic medical records.
- Assembled and used equipment such as catheters, tracheotomy tubes, or oxygen suppliers to effectively manage patient care.
- Administered medications and injections to patients.
- Helped long-term care residents with bathing, dressing, feeding, and other daily living activities.
LVN Charge Nurse
Caprock Nursing And Rehabilitation Center
07.2016 - 02.2019
- Improved patient care by implementing an efficient patient monitoring system and coordinating with interdisciplinary teams.
- Enhanced team communication by conducting regular staff meetings, addressing concerns, and promoting open dialogue.
- Reduced medication errors by closely supervising LVNs during medication administration and ensuring adherence to protocols.
- Increased patient satisfaction scores by actively listening to patients'' needs, providing compassionate care, and addressing concerns promptly.
- Promoted continuity of care by maintaining comprehensive medical records and updating physicians on significant changes in patients'' conditions.
- Facilitated smooth transitions between shifts through efficient handoff reports that highlighted critical information for incoming nurses.
- Championed infection control practices within the unit by strictly adhering to guidelines and educating staff on proper procedures.
- Bolstered patient safety through consistent implementation of fall prevention measures such as bed alarms, hourly rounding, and mobility assistance.
- Cultivated strong working relationships with physicians by maintaining open communication, providing timely updates on patients'' status, and actively participating in care coordination efforts.
LVN Charge Nurse
Missouri River Care And Rehab
10.2008 - 05.2016
- Increased patient satisfaction scores by actively listening to patients'' needs, providing compassionate care, and addressing concerns promptly.
- Promoted continuity of care by maintaining comprehensive medical records and updating physicians on significant changes in patients'' conditions.
- Facilitated smooth transitions between shifts through efficient handoff reports that highlighted critical information for incoming nurses.
- Championed infection control practices within the unit by strictly adhering to guidelines and educating staff on proper procedures.
- Bolstered patient safety through consistent implementation of fall prevention measures such as bed alarms, hourly rounding, and mobility assistance.
- Cultivated strong working relationships with physicians by maintaining open communication, providing timely updates on patients'' status, and actively participating in care coordination efforts.
- Promoted a culture of teamwork and collaboration among nursing staff by encouraging the sharing of best practices, learning from one another''s experiences, and supporting each other in challenging situations.
- Responded to patient requests with appropriate clinical and personal assistance.
- Documented patient vitals, behaviors and conditions to communicate concerns to supervising nurse.
- Took samples to complete diagnostic and routine assessment tests.
- Assessed patients' temperature, pulse, and blood pressure and recorded in electronic medical records.
- Administered medications and injections to patients.
- Monitored patient health conditions to report changes to assigned physician.
- Reviewed patient history to verify conditions and current medications.
- Helped long-term care residents with bathing, dressing, feeding, and other daily living activities.
- Supported diagnoses by taking blood samples from patients for laboratory testing.
LPN
Comanche County Memorial Hospital
01.2007 - 10.2008
- Improved patient outcomes by providing high-quality nursing care and closely monitoring vital signs.
- Enhanced patient satisfaction levels through effective communication and empathetic listening skills.
- Reduced medication errors by accurately administering medications and diligently verifying patient information.
- Collaborated with interdisciplinary healthcare teams to develop comprehensive care plans for patients.
- Implemented infection control measures, ensuring a clean and safe environment for patients and staff.
- Conducted thorough patient assessments to identify medical needs and develop appropriate treatment plans.
- Maintained accurate documentation of all relevant clinical data, ensuring compliance with regulatory standards.
- Performed wound care treatments using sterile techniques, promoting healing and preventing complications.
- Utilized time management skills to prioritize tasks effectively, allowing for efficient completion of daily responsibilities.
- Assisted physicians during examinations or procedures as needed, playing a vital role in the overall patient experience.
- Provided compassionate end-of-life care, ensuring that patients were comfortable and families felt supported during the process.
- Performed routine evaluations of each patient's status, needs, and preferences.
- Obtained patient vital signs and input/output measurements from inpatients.
- Assisted with admissions, appointments, transfers, and discharges.
- Managed patient care through closely monitoring respiration, blood pressure, and blood glucose levels.
- Gathered lab specimens, ordered testing, and interpreted results to diagnose patients.
- Administered medications and injections to patients.
- Delivered emotional support to patients and families during challenging times.
- Took samples to complete diagnostic and routine assessment tests.
Education
No Degree - Nursing
Great Plains Technology Center
Frederick, OK10.2006
Skills
- Privacy and Confidentiality
- HIPAA Compliance
- Clinical Assessment
- Vital Signs Monitoring
- Patient Assessments
- Medication Administration
- Documentation Accuracy
- Infection Control Protocols
- Conflict resolution
- Adaptability
- Empathy and compassion
- Stress management
- Wound care management
- Pain management
- Organizational skills
- Infection control
- Critical thinking
- Emergency response
- Medical terminology
- Professionalism
- Delegation abilities
- Time management
- Active listening
- Electronic health records
- Decision making
- Physical Assessments
- Direct Patient Care
- Verbal and Written Communication
- Wound Care
- Specimen Collection
- Patient Charting
- Staff Supervision
- Responsible and Dependable
- Dementia Knowledge and Care
- Certified in CPR/AED
- Activities of Daily Living ADLs
- Call Answering and Assistance
Timeline
LVN Charge Nurse
Hansford County Hospital District
02.2019 - Current
LVN Charge Nurse
Caprock Nursing And Rehabilitation Center
07.2016 - 02.2019
LVN Charge Nurse
Missouri River Care And Rehab
10.2008 - 05.2016
LPN
Comanche County Memorial Hospital
01.2007 - 10.2008
No Degree - Nursing
Great Plains Technology Center
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