Leslie Davis
Licensed Practical Nurse
Memphis,FL
Summary
Well-qualified medical professional with experience triaging patients, capturing information and completing basic procedures such as wound care. Excellent communication, prioritization and multitasking abilities with sound judgment and compassionate nature. Background in clinic and hospital environments.
Overview
22
22
years of professional experience
Work History
Licensed Practical Nurse
Tidewell Hospice And Palliative Care
Venice, FL
08.2020 - Current
- Developed and implemented individualized care plan for each hospice patient while following physician instructions.
- Taught family members and caregivers various ways to manage patients' pain, how to check for vital signs and proper methods for dressing changes.
- Recognized and understood specific stages of dying process, providing comfort-based care during vulnerable times.
- Provided high level of quality, compassionate care to patients and caregivers during each nursing shift.
- Established and maintained successful relationships with patients, families and physicians by utilizing exemplary communication and active listening skills.
- Established hospice care services for elderly and disabled patients.
- Offered listening ear to both patients and loved ones to meet emotional and mental, as well as physical needs.
- Led teams in driving successful patient outcomes by prioritizing standard of care and best practices.
- Administered medications to Number patients and monitored response to medications.
- Explained course of care and medication side effects to patients and caregivers in easy-to-understand terms.
- Used first-hand knowledge and clinical expertise to advocate for patients under care and enacted prescribed treatment strategies.
- Provided skilled, timely and level-headed emergency response to critically-ill patients.
- Performed triage on incoming patients and determined severity of injuries and illnesses.
- Evaluated patient histories, complaints and current symptoms.
- Facilitated therapeutic communication, conflict resolution and crisis intervention by redirecting negative behaviors and helping patients regain or improve coping abilities.
- Participated in evidence-based practice project implementation, nursing competency development and nursing simulation activities.
Licensed Practical Nurse
Samaritan Keep Home
Watertown, NY
01.2006 - 11.2018
- Participated in evidence-based practice project implementation, nursing competency development and nursing simulation activities.
- Facilitated therapeutic communication, conflict resolution and crisis intervention by redirecting negative behaviors and helping patients regain or improve coping abilities.
- Educated family members and caregivers on patient care instructions.
- Followed all personal and health data procedures to effectively comply with HIPAA laws and prevent information breaches.
- Conveyed treatment options, diagnosis information and home care techniques to patients and caregivers to continue care consistency.
- Reported findings to quality departments after conducting routine restraint audits and worked with team to devise corrective actions for deficiencies.
- Managed patients recovering from medical or surgical procedures.
- Evaluated patient histories, complaints and current symptoms.
- Cared for patients in Number-bed unit, supporting fellow nurses in delivering outstanding treatment to patients.
- Administered medications and treatment to patients and monitored responses while working with healthcare teams to adjust care plans.
- Collaborated with leadership to devise initiatives for improving nursing satisfaction, retention and morale.
- Offered exceptional care and support to individuals recovering from acute incidents and dealing with chronic conditions.
- Implemented care plans for patient treatment after assessing physician medical regimens.
- Promoted patient and family comfort during challenging recoveries to enhance healing and eliminate non-compliance problems.
- Administered medications to Number patients and monitored response to medications.
- Led teams in driving successful patient outcomes by prioritizing standard of care and best practices.
- Communicated with healthcare team members to plan, implement and enhance treatment strategies.
- Explained course of care and medication side effects to patients and caregivers in easy-to-understand terms.
- Strengthened training and nursing knowledge by taking part in continuing education programs and Type workshops.
- Advocated for and strived to protect health, safety and rights of patient.
- Accurately documented treatment, medications and IVs administered, discharge instructions and follow-up care.
- Monitored patient reactions after administering medications and IV therapies.
- Quickly responded to situations impacting safety and security to unit, actualizing crisis prevention interventions to control and de-escalate situations.
- Used first-hand knowledge and clinical expertise to advocate for patients under care and enacted prescribed treatment strategies.
- Equipped patients with tools and knowledge needed for speedy and sustained recovery.
- Observed and documented patient factors such as diets, physical activity levels and behaviors to understand conditions and effectively modify treatment plans.
- Participated in Type policy committee to discuss policies, propose revisions and implement changes.
- Maintained highest levels of patient satisfaction, generating referrals to maintain productivity levels for Type rehabilitation unit.
- Delivered high level of quality care to diverse populations while overseeing patient admission and triaging based on acuity and appropriate department admission.
- Conducted ongoing monitoring and evaluations of behaviors and conditions, and updated clinical supervisors with current information.
Licensed Practical Nurse
Mercy Center
Watertown , NY
05.1999 - 01.2006
- Explained course of care and medication side effects to patients and caregivers in easy-to-understand terms.
- Facilitated therapeutic communication, conflict resolution and crisis intervention by redirecting negative behaviors and helping patients regain or improve coping abilities.
- Advocated for and strived to protect health, safety and rights of patient.
- Educated family members and caregivers on patient care instructions.
- Communicated with healthcare team members to plan, implement and enhance treatment strategies.
- Participated in evidence-based practice project implementation, nursing competency development and nursing simulation activities.
- Led teams in driving successful patient outcomes by prioritizing standard of care and best practices.
- Provided skilled, timely and level-headed emergency response to critically-ill patients.
- Managed patients recovering from medical or surgical procedures.
- Monitored patient reactions after administering medications and IV therapies.
- Quickly responded to situations impacting safety and security to unit, actualizing crisis prevention interventions to control and de-escalate situations.
- Equipped patients with tools and knowledge needed for speedy and sustained recovery.
- Performed triage on incoming patients and determined severity of injuries and illnesses.
- Reported findings to quality departments after conducting routine restraint audits and worked with team to devise corrective actions for deficiencies.
- Implemented care plans for patient treatment after assessing physician medical regimens.
- Investigated and resolved issues affecting hospital operations and patient care.
- Provided exceptional care to high-acute patients needing complex care such as ventilator management, extensive wound care and rehabilitation.
- Conducted ongoing monitoring and evaluations of behaviors and conditions, and updated clinical supervisors with current information.
- Administered different therapies and medications in line with physician orders and treatment plan.
- Administered medications and treatment to patients and monitored responses while working with healthcare teams to adjust care plans.
Education
Licensed Practical Nurse - Practical Nursing
Jefferson- Lewis Tech
Watertown, NY06.1999
Skills
- Care Planning and Modifications
- Work Planning and Coordination
- Nursing Intervention Evaluations
- Patient Positioning and Transporting
- Recording Vital Signs
- Intravenous Medications
- Conditions Reporting
- Procedure Explanation
- Wound Dressing
- Call Answering and Assistance
- Nursing Staff Supervision
- Examination and Test Preparation
- Supporting Daily Living Needs
- IV Insertion
- Pulse Oximetry Tracking
- Sterile Procedures and Techniques
- Patient Management
- Cerebrovascular Accidents
- Active Listening
- Medication Side Effect Knowledge
- Intramuscular Injections
- Rehabilitation Support
- Tracheostomy Care
- Catheter Monitoring
- Specimen Results Interpretation
- Hygiene Support
- Learning Strategies
- Patient Flow
- Gastrostomy Tube Care
- Administrative Support
- Multi-Tasking and Prioritization
- Management of Personnel Resources
- Healthcare Platforms
- Physician Support
- Seizure Precautions
- Administering Immunizations
- Patient Admission
- Sample Collection
- Patient and Caregiver Education
- Assessing Residents
- Microsoft Outlook
- Microsoft Windows
- Telephone Triage Software
- Microsoft Excel
- Prescription Processing Software
- Dementia Knowledge and Care
- Pressure Wound Treatment
- Interdisciplinary Care
- Coordination
- Medical Paperwork Processing
- Complex Problem-Solving
- Speaking
- PointClickCare
Timeline
Licensed Practical Nurse
Tidewell Hospice And Palliative Care
08.2020 - Current
Licensed Practical Nurse
Samaritan Keep Home
01.2006 - 11.2018
Licensed Practical Nurse
Mercy Center
05.1999 - 01.2006
Licensed Practical Nurse - Practical Nursing
Jefferson- Lewis Tech
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