Laura Nance
Hemphill,TX
Summary
Talented Licensed Practical Nurse bringing 18+ years of experience in healthcare. Proficient in performing non-surgical procedures like breathing treatments. Familiar with documentation, recordkeeping and compliance requirements.
Resourceful experience in caring for patients and working closely with other healthcare staff. Well-rounded individual skillful in providing emotional support to patients and families, performing various diagnostic tests and administering medication. In-depth knowledge of emergency care and nursing care techniques and methods. Dedicated and compassionate Licensed Practical Nurse with extensive experience in sample collection, blood draw, IV insertion and infection control. Maintains composure and makes accurate decisions in fast-paced, unpredictable and stressful environments. History of interfacing seamlessly with doctors, specialized support services, patients and visiting families.
Dedicated LVN with clinical practicum experience and passion for delivering quality healthcare. Skilled at establishing care plans and educating patients and families. Offering caring bedside manner, patient-centric focus and expertise in discharge management. Experienced nursing professional bringing demonstrated clinical expertise, leadership skills and technical knowledge. Proficient in updating charts, monitoring medications and working with multidisciplinary teams to optimize patient care. Quality-driven and efficient with strong interpersonal abilities.
Expertise in treating patients with Diabetes, Hypertension Asthma and COPD conditions. Passionate and attentive with talents in patient care and patient education.
I have experience in Instructing Phlebotomy techniques and procedures,
Overview
18
18
years of professional experience
Work History
Nurse
Sabine County Hospital District
Hemphill, TX
08.2001 - 09.2019
- Collected and documented vital signs to track current patient conditions.
- Monitored patient's respiration activity, blood pressure and blood glucose levels in response to medical administration.
- Communicated concerns regarding patients' status, care and environment to nursing supervisors, clinical care supervisors and case managers.
- Answered patient and family questions to educate on optimal treatment procedures.
- Followed rehabilitation and treatment care plans to accelerate patient recovery, minimize pain and optimize patient outcomes.
- Delivered compassionate care to increase comfort and psychological, social and spiritual well-being.
- Assisted physician with examinations, tests and procedures.
- Coordinated care with physicians and other clinical staff to prepare for treatment, carry out interventions and enhance continuum of care.
- Observed and carried out physician and nursing orders.
- Assisted physicians with examinations and patient scans during diagnostic processes.
- Monitored and recorded patient condition, vital signs, recovery progress and medication side effects.
- Administered medications, tracked dosages and documented patient conditions.
- Educated patients, caregivers and families on diagnoses, treatment options and disease prevention.
- Managed intravenous medication to stabilize patient heart and blood pressure.
- Used sterile techniques to prepare patients for procedures.
- Partnered with interdisciplinary healthcare teams to formulate individualized treatment plans to deliver high-quality patient care.
- Trained other nurses on patient care and daily tasks, supporting growth and professional development.
- Participated in bedside reporting and handoff at change of shift and for patient transfers.
- Assessed and prepared patients for procedures, performing initial and ongoing patient assessments.
- Monitored and managed various treatment and care interventions.
- Updated physicians on patient test results and assisted in developing care plans.
- Performed blood and blood product transfusions and intravenous infusions to address patient symptoms or underlying causes.
- Collected lab specimens, ordering and interpreting diagnostic tests and lab results.
- Documented nursing intervention and patient and family responses accurately and in compliance with hospital policies.
- Maintained thorough, accurate and confidential documentation in electronic medical records.
- Advocated for patients by supporting and respecting basic rights, values and beliefs.
- Treated patients using pharmacological and non-pharmacological treatment modalities to address various disorders, diseases and injuries.
- Assessed patient needs, prioritized treatment, maintained patient flows and assisted physicians with non-invasive procedures.
- Acted as patient advocate and implemented total patient care through team nursing process.
Instructor
Angelina College
Lufkin, TX
01.2012 - 12.2018
- Instructed phlebotomy using interactive lectures and hands-on skills instruction in lab.
- Implemented diverse teaching styles to meet variety of learning needs and developed practical learning objectives and interactive job aids to facilitate lasting learning.
- Drew and prepared blood for lab testing, transfusion or donation via venipuncture, finger pricks or heel pricks.
- Practiced learner-centered instruction with goal of helping students succeed and continually learn.
- Enforced infection control and sharps disposal procedures to protect patients, co-workers and self.
- Evaluated and advised students, planned job fairs and assisted students with employment placement.
- Kept records on student attendance and academic performance as well as emergency contacts and waivers in case of adverse laboratory events.
- Assessed students' knowledge and skills through assignments and exams.
- Used individualized instruction techniques to educate students on patient observation, assessment, decision-making and health teaching.
- Taught students how to intervene in medical emergencies and how to perform head to toe assessments.
- Held clinical simulation projects and provided each student with individual feedback.
- Initiated new learning methods to ensure total student comprehension while maximizing learning time.
- Relayed feedback on clinical settings' effectiveness in enabling students reach course and program goals.
- Passed out syllabi and informed students of course standards and learning objectives.
- Eliminated learning gaps and effectively instructed students by developing IEPs, utilizing wide variety of teaching aids and leveraging motivational and implementation strategies.
Nurse
Sabine County Hospital
Hemphill, TX
08.2001 - 09.2018
- Educated employee's on documenting on computer.
- Computer Program Officer
- BLS Instructor
- Emergency Preparedness Committee.
- Patient chart Review
Education
Some College (No Degree) - Practical Nursing
Angelina College
Lufkin, TXSkills
- Patient Examination
- Patient Condition Monitoring
- Medication Administration
- Attention to Detail
- Creative Problem Solving
- Diet and Nutrition
- Treatment Preparation
- Immunizations and Vaccinations
- Patient Care Assessment
- Compassionate and Caring
- Blood Draw and Sample Collection
- Monitoring Vital Signs
- Preventive Healthcare
- Charting Medication Administration
- Patient Rights Advocacy
- Patient Care
- Seizure Management
- Referral Generation
- Gastrostomy Tube Care
- Tracheostomy Care
- Patient Assessment and Care
- Diabetes Management
- Patient Care and Education
- Workflow and Patient Management
- Electronic Health Records Management
- Policy and Procedure Compliance
- Medication and IV Administration
- Wound Management
- Medical Recordkeeping
- Critical Thinking
Timeline
Instructor
Angelina College
01.2012 - 12.2018
Nurse
Sabine County Hospital District
08.2001 - 09.2019
Nurse
Sabine County Hospital
08.2001 - 09.2018
Some College (No Degree) - Practical Nursing
Angelina College
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