Leigh Vernier

LPN, Staff Nurse

Ciena

07.2012 - 03.2025

Implemented infection control measures diligently, minimizing the risk of contamination in the home setting.
Administered medications accurately, ensuring the proper dosage and timing for optimal treatment effectiveness.
Enhanced patients'' quality of life by providing compassionate and empathetic private duty nursing services.
Conducted thorough assessments of patients'' vital signs and overall well-being, identifying potential issues early on for prompt intervention.
Acted as an advocate for patients within the healthcare system when needed, ensuring they received appropriate resources and support.
Reduced hospital readmission rates by closely monitoring patients and promptly addressing any health concerns.
Managed wound care effectively, implementing appropriate treatments to promote healing and prevent infection.
Coordinated with physicians to develop customized home-based therapies for patients recovering from surgery or illness.
Developed and maintained strong rapport with patients and families, earning their trust and confidence in the nursing care provided.
Utilized strong critical thinking skills to make informed decisions regarding patient care in challenging situations.
Supervised ancillary staff members such as home health aides and certified nursing assistants, ensuring high-quality patient care at all times.
Demonstrated clinical competence in administering care to support physician orders, nursing care plan and policies.
Secured controlled narcotics and distributed medication on schedule to meet patient needs and minimize misuse opportunities.
Engaged and educated clients on appropriate behaviors and essential social interaction.
Administered medications and treatments as prescribed by physicians.
Took samples to complete diagnostic and routine assessment tests.
Protected patients and healthcare team members from infection by sterilizing equipment and reusable supplies.
Established therapeutic relationships with diverse patient populations across various age ranges and medical conditions.
Changed out tracheostomies, gastrostomy buttons, and catheters regularly to prevent infection or other problems.
Administered prescribed medication and treatment as permitted by state and local regulations in accordance with physician orders.
Administered medications and injections to patients.
Assessed patients' temperature, pulse, and blood pressure and recorded in electronic medical records.
Monitored patient health conditions to report changes to assigned physician.