Lerah Bingham
Dawsonville ,GA
Summary
Seasoned LPN with a proven track record at nursing facilities, showcasing expertise in geriatric nursing and compassionate care. Demonstrated leadership in emergency response and staff supervision, significantly enhancing patient outcomes. Skilled in clinical decision-making and medication administration, adept at developing patient-centered care plans and ensuring compliance with healthcare standards.
Overview
19
19
years of professional experience
Work History
LPN/ADON
Gold City Health and Rehab
09.2023 - Current
- Collaborated with interdisciplinary team to address patients' needs through effective intervention and care planning.
- Evaluated patients to identify and address wounds, behavioral concerns, and medically relevant symptoms.
- Assisted physicians during examinations or procedures as needed, playing a vital role in the overall patient experience.
- Facilitated smooth transitions from acute care settings to long-term care facilities.
- Assisted DON with duties to ensure patient care and documentation is in compliance.
LPN
Noelle Home Health
06.2022 - 10.2023
- Performed patient care and administered medication to a disabled client in home.
- Maintained accurate documentation of all relevant clinical data, ensuring compliance with regulatory standards.
- Implemented infection control measures, ensuring a clean and safe environment for client.
- Managed patient care through closely monitoring respiration, blood pressure, and blood glucose levels.
- Performed wound care treatments using sterile techniques, promoting healing and preventing complications.
- Improved patient outcomes by providing high-quality nursing care and closely monitoring vital signs.
- Documented accurate and complete patient information to address patient problems and expected outcomes.
LPN Charge Nurse
Friendship Health And Rehab
12.2019 - 06.2022
- 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.
- Served as charge nurse, caring for patients with serious illnesses.
- Documented vitals and medical histories in patient charts when assessing patients and communicated patient information to physicians and other nurses for care continuity.
- Developed strong relationships with patients'' families, keeping them informed of progress reports and collaborating on decisions regarding their loved ones'' healthcare plans.
- Administered medications and injections to patients.
- Monitored patient health conditions to report changes to assigned physician.
LPN Unit Manager
Chestnut Ridge Nursing & Rehab
06.2005 - 11.2014
- Demonstrated strong leadership skills in managing both day-to-day operations as well as responding effectively during emergency situations within the unit.
- Enhanced patient care by developing and implementing individualized nursing plans.
- Implemented evidence-based practices in daily nursing tasks to optimize patient health outcomes.
- Participated actively in interdisciplinary meetings discussing treatment options that best suit the unique needs of each patient leading towards improved outcomes.
- Conducted regular audits of medical records for accuracy and completeness, ensuring compliance with regulatory requirements.
- Assisted in the development and review of policies, guidelines and standard operating procedures for LPN unit ensuring adherence to best practices and regulatory standards.
- Coordinated with interdisciplinary team members for comprehensive patient care planning.
- Collaborated with physicians on treatment planning, adjusting care as needed based on individual patient needs.
- Managed LPN unit operations, ensuring adherence to established policies and procedures.
- Monitored quality of care provided in the unit, addressing concerns promptly and effectively.
Education
L - Licensed Practical Nurse
Appalachian Technical
Jasper, GA06.2004
Skills
- Vital signs monitoring
- Medical Documentation
- Geriatric Nursing
- Catheter Care
- Compassionate Care
- Diabetes management
- Medication Administration
- Wound Care
- Clinical Documentation
- Clinical Decision Making
- Emergency Response
- Staff Supervision
Timeline
LPN/ADON
Gold City Health and Rehab
09.2023 - Current
LPN
Noelle Home Health
06.2022 - 10.2023
LPN Charge Nurse
Friendship Health And Rehab
12.2019 - 06.2022
LPN Unit Manager
Chestnut Ridge Nursing & Rehab
06.2005 - 11.2014
L - Licensed Practical Nurse
Appalachian Technical
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