Lelia Little
Troy,AL
Summary
Accomplished LPN Charge Nurse and Director of Health and Wellness with a proven track record at Troy Health and Rehab, adept at vital signs monitoring and fostering team productivity. Leveraged geriatric care expertise and strategic leadership to enhance patient safety and healthcare delivery. Excelled in employing evidence-based practices and nurturing staff development to elevate care standards. Have held Multiple Positions that have given me a large amount of experience. I am always willing to learn, pitch in with my work team and most importantly be a responsible employee.
Overview
32
32
years of professional experience
Work History
LPN Charge Nurse
Luverne Health and Rehabilitation
10.2023 - Current
- Assessed patients' temperature, pulse, and blood pressure and recorded in electronic medical records.
- Delegated tasks effectively, optimizing staff productivity and maintaining a well-organized nursing unit.
- Assembled and used equipment such as catheters, tracheotomy tubes, or oxygen suppliers to effectively manage patient care.
- Utilized critical thinking skills to make sound clinical decisions in high-pressure situations, minimizing risks and ensuring patient safety.
- Analyzed patient assessments and laboratory data to bring any issues to attention of physicians.
- Implemented evidence-based nursing practices to improve patient health and maintain compliance with regulatory standards.
Director of Health and Wellness
Serenity South Senior Living at Troy
10.2021 - 08.2023
- Oversaw ongoing professional development opportunities for staff members to stay current on industry trends and best practices.
- Developed comprehensive health education materials for diverse populations, promoting preventive healthcare practices.
- Established strategic partnerships with community organizations to provide accessible healthcare options for underserved populations.
- Increased overall employee productivity through the development and execution of targeted wellness initiatives.
- Evaluated residents prior to admission to ensure requirements for admission were appropriate.
- All of the admission process on residents
- Kept up with medical records on residents
- Coordinated care for each resident while in our facility
- Met with medical director monthly to discuss issues with residents
- Marketing for facility in our area and surrounding areas
- Staff hiring, scheduling, training and kept up with required medical information on employees.
- Many other duties and I can discuss them in person
Various LPN Roles While Employeed Here
Troy Health and Rehab
08.1992 - 09.2021
- 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.
- Implemented infection control measures, ensuring a clean and safe environment for patients and staff.
- Managed patient care through closely monitoring respiration, blood pressure, and blood glucose levels.
- Position of Care plan MDS coordinator
- Staff Development Nurse
- Assistant to the DON
- Treatment Nurse
- Restorative Nurse
- 2-10 Shift Supervisor
- Scheduling for staff
- Maintaining Health records for staff
- Medical Records
- Other duties can discuss in person
Education
LPN - Nursing
Douglas MacArthur State Technical College
Opp Alabama08-1989
GED -
Goshen High School
Goshen Alabama06-1988
Skills
- Vital signs monitoring
- Nursing documentation
- Geriatric care
- End-of-life care
- Please note related topics listed in job history
Timeline
LPN Charge Nurse
Luverne Health and Rehabilitation
10.2023 - Current
Director of Health and Wellness
Serenity South Senior Living at Troy
10.2021 - 08.2023
Various LPN Roles While Employeed Here
Troy Health and Rehab
08.1992 - 09.2021
LPN - Nursing
Douglas MacArthur State Technical College
GED -
Goshen High School
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