Lawrence Njenga

Melissa,TX

Summary

Dynamic Licensed Practical Nurse with extensive experience at HealthSouth Rehabilitation, excelling in medication administration and patient education. Proven track record of enhancing patient outcomes through effective care plan development and interdisciplinary collaboration. Skilled in vital signs monitoring and committed to fostering patient independence and well-being.

Licensed nursing professional skilled in patient care, medication administration, and health monitoring. Strong focus on team collaboration, ensuring reliable support and adaptability to changing needs. Known for effective communication, problem-solving, and empathy in high-pressure environments. Prepared to contribute significantly to enhancing patient outcomes and overall healthcare quality. Knowledgeable with solid background in patient care and team leadership. Managed nursing staff effectively and ensured high-quality patient outcomes in fast-paced environments. Demonstrated proficiency in patient assessment and care coordination.

Overview

years of professional experience

Work History

Licensed Practical Nurse

HealthSouth Rehabilitation

01.2009 - 01.2025

Improved patient outcomes by administering medications, monitoring vital signs, and documenting relevant information.
Cared for wounds, provided treatments, and assisted with procedures.
Assisted with admissions, appointments, transfers, and discharges.
Collaborated with interdisciplinary healthcare teams to ensure continuous quality improvement in patient care delivery.
Documented accurate and complete patient information to address patient problems and expected outcomes.

LPN Field Nurse

Imani Home Health Care

01.2014 - 02.2018

Administered medications safely and effectively, preventing adverse reactions or complications.
Maintained accurate documentation of patient assessments and treatments, ensuring compliance with regulatory standards.
Educated patients and families on healthcare management strategies, promoting self-care and wellbeing.
Dispensed and administered patients' medications following care plans and physician's orders.
Delivered emotional support to patients facing challenging diagnoses or difficult treatments, fostering resilience during recovery processes.
Coordinated with physicians to implement prescribed treatment plans, ensuring consistency in patient care delivery.
Managed complex wound care for improved healing rates and reduced infection risk.
Provided exceptional patient care by meeting physical, psychological, and overall care requirements to support daily living needs and independence.
Improved patient outcomes by providing high-quality nursing care and timely interventions.
Assessed patients by observing and recording vital signs, gathering specimens and reviewing lab test results.
Conducted home visits to monitor patient status, adjusting care plans as necessary for optimal health outcomes.

Education

Associate of Science - Nursing

Dallas Nursing Institute

Dallas, TX

02-2012

Associate of Science - Hospitality And Tourism Management

UTALII COLLEGE

Kenna, WV

03-2007

Skills

Medication administration
Direct patient care
Vital signs monitoring
HIPAA compliance
Pre-and Post-operative care
Catheter care
Electronic medical records
Behavioral health care
Cardiac monitoring
Geriatric nursing
Rehabilitation and home health nursing
Long-term care
Healthcare documentation
Patient examinations
Patient education
Privacy and confidentiality

Patient assessments
Immunization administration
Care plan development
Patient assessment
Discharge planning
Patient needs assessment
Family education
Medical records management
Regulatory compliance
Charting and clinical documentation
Teamwork and collaboration
Certified in CPR/AED
Electronic charting,Cerner, Epic
Pain management
Team building

Interests

Genealogy
Coding and Programming

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