Laura Poret
LPN
Baton Rouge,LA
Summary
LPN with extensive knowledge in medication administration, pain management and wound care honed at St. James Place Retirement Facility and The Baton Rouge Clinic, AMC. Excelled in delivering compassionate end-of-life care and maintaining meticulous medical documentation. Commended for fostering patient trust through effective communication, showcasing adaptability to changing situations.
Proficient and caring nursing team member offering over
32 years years of patient-facing experience. Diligent about maximizing satisfaction, safety and wellness while serving patients of all backgrounds.
Developed skills in fast-paced multi-specialty clinical environment with focus on patient care and effective communication.
Known for reliability, adaptability, and strong problem-solving abilities. Utilizes effective communication and organizational skills. Track record of delivering consistent, compassionate care and maintaining thorough medical documentation.
Overview
30
30
years of professional experience
Work History
LPN Medication Nurse
St. James Place Retirement Facility
01.2017 - 05.2024
- 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.
- Administered controlled narcotics, inserted IVs, and performed catheterizations. obtained patient vital signs and input/output measurements.
- Performed admissions, transfers, and discharges. scheduled appointments.
- Adhered to treatment plan instructions when administering medications and treatments to patients.
- Accurately recorded interactions in medical charts, documenting accidents and interventions applied.
- Used aseptic techniques to provide sterilized wound care and dressing applications.
- Demonstrated adaptability in working with diverse patient populations.
- Addressed any concerns or questions posed by patients or family members promptly to maintain confidence in their care plan.
- Managed patients recovering from medical or surgical procedures.
- Monitored, tracked, and conveyed important patient information to healthcare staff to help optimize treatment planning and care delivery.
- Followed all personal and health data procedures to effectively comply with HIPAA laws and prevent information breaches.
- Provided compassionate end-of-life care, ensuring that patients were comfortable and families felt supported during the process.
- Assisted physicians during examinations or procedures as needed.
LPN Office Nurse
The Baton Rouge Clinic, AMC
12.1993 - 09.2016
- Developed strong rapport with patients and their families, fostering trust and open communication during sensitive medical situations.
- Assisted in maintaining a clean and organized office environment by performing housekeeping tasks such as disposing of biohazardous waste, sanitizing exam rooms, and restocking supplies as needed.
- Supported new employees during orientation periods by serving as a knowledgeable resource on office policies, procedures, documentation requirements.
- Demonstrated adaptability by efficiently managing unexpected changes in schedules or staffing situations without compromising patient care quality or timeliness of services rendered.
- Completed paperwork and prior authorizations and scheduled appointments for patients.
- Assisted with minor surgical procedures, ensuring proper sterilization techniques and adherence to safety protocols.
- Prepared and administered vaccines and medications, collected specimens and performed other patient care tasks to assist physician with examinations and procedures.
- Sterilized instruments and equipment and stocked unexpired supplies and medications to prepare patient care areas.
- Assessed patients' vital signs and recorded in electronic medical records.
- Evaluated patient histories, complaints, and current symptoms.
- Enhanced patient care by effectively administering medications and treatments as prescribed by physicians.
Education
Licensed Practical Nurse - Nursing
CTCC Ward H. Nash Avoyelles Campus
Cottonport, LA07-1992
Skills
- Medication administration and Pain Management
- Vital signs monitoring
- Medical documentation
- Catheter and Ostomy care
- Diabetes management
- Post operative and Rehabilitation/Skilled nursing care
- Hospice and End-of-life care
- Patient triaging and Triage management
- Intense Pediatric, Geriatric, Dermatological and Neurological nursing training
- EMR / EHR
Work Availability
monday
tuesday
wednesday
thursday
friday
saturday
sunday
morning
afternoon
evening
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Timeline
LPN Medication Nurse
St. James Place Retirement Facility
01.2017 - 05.2024
LPN Office Nurse
The Baton Rouge Clinic, AMC
12.1993 - 09.2016
Licensed Practical Nurse - Nursing
CTCC Ward H. Nash Avoyelles Campus
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