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Leslie Elmore
Lebanon, TN,TN
Summary
Seasoned LPN with a strong background in pediatric and geriatric nursing, demonstrated during tenures at Vanderbilt University Medical Center and other reputable institutions. Excelled in IV therapy and patient advocacy, significantly enhancing patient care outcomes. Known for exceptional communication skills and a patient-centered approach, consistently achieving positive feedback from families and healthcare teams.
Overview
10
10
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
LPN-2
Monroe Carell Jr. Children's Hospital AHC's
04.2019 - Current
- Assisted with clinic patient intake, including obtaining and documenting patient vital signs, medical history, and assessing patient acuity.
- Supported physicians during examinations and procedures.
- Provided physician ordered testing and treatments.
- Administered oral, inhaled, topical, intramuscular, and subcutaneous medications and vaccinations.
- Inserted IVs, phlebotomy, and performed urine catheterizations.
- Assisted with transfers, referrals, and discharges.
- Comforted and counseled patients and families throughout care process.
- Answered incoming phone calls from patients to provide basic assistance and triage medical concerns.
LPN-2
Vanderbilt Asthma, Sinus, and Allergy Program
12.2020 - 12.2022
- Assessed health status by interviewing patient regarding current status and medical history.
- Administered and documented subcutaneous and oral immunotherapy treatment according to physicians orders and program protocols.
- Recognized changes in patient condition and intervened appropriately.
- Triaged patients in office or by phone to assess severity of conditions.
- Provided skilled and timely emergency response to critically-ill patients.
- Participated in committees driving successful patient outcomes by prioritizing standard of care and best practices.
- Ordered and restocked medical and office supplies.
LPN Charge Nurse
Quality Care Health and Rehab
08.2019 - 08.2022
- Assisted with and facilitated patient transition of care to and from hospitals or home to 256-bed rehabilitation, skilled nursing, and long-term care facility.
- Managed caseload of 20+ patients simultaneously by providing bedside care, treatments, IV therapy, and wound care.
- Managed tracheostomies, urostomies, and colostomies maintaining clean technique to avoid patient infection rates.
- Performed emergency medical procedures such as BLS and other condition stabilizing interventions.
- Managed patients' pain by implementing pharmacological and non-pharmacological pain management interventions.
- Communicated with healthcare team members to plan, implement and enhance treatment strategies and patient quality of life.
LPN-2
Pediatric Gastroenterology at MCJCHV
03.2018 - 12.2020
- Counseled patients via telephone according to established guidelines and protocols, advising on provider-established plans of care.
- Used first-hand knowledge and clinical expertise to advocate for patients under care and enacted prescribed treatment strategies.
- Explained diagnosis information, course of care, and medication side effects to patients and caregivers in easy-to-understand terms.
- Gathered lab specimens, ordered testing, and interpreted results to diagnose patients.
- Assisted with day-to-day operations, working efficiently and productively with all team members.
CNA
Bethesda Health Care
01.2017 - 02.2018
- Supported needs of 12+ residents under long-term care.
- Cared for clients with diagnoses such as respiratory failure, diabetes, Parkinson's disease and muscular dystrophy.
- Promoted good oral and personal hygiene by aiding patients with shaving, bathing, and teeth brushing.
- Oversaw and maintained patients' rooms, group living areas, and nurse stations.
- Observed patients under care conditions to help identify symptoms, responses to treatments and progress with goals.
- Followed directions of licensed nurses to administer medications and treatments.
- Completed activities of daily living for patients unable to self-care, and assisted those with limited mobility in completing tasks.
CNA
Quality Health and Rehab
10.2014 - 12.2016
- Checked patient vitals such as temperature, blood pressure, and blood sugar levels.
- Answered call lights and supported patient comfort and safety by adjusting bed rails and equipment.
- Supported ambulation and physical therapy needs by conducting planned exercise routines.
- Utilized therapeutic communication, empathy and active listening skills to encourage and develop positive relationships with patients.
- Helped patients complete range of motion exercises to prevent loss of function during care.
- Helped patients with self-feeding and assisted feeding, based on individual needs.
Education
Certificate - Practical Nursing
Tennessee College of Applied Technology
Livingston, TN12-2017
Skills
- Pediatric nursing
- Geriatric nursing
- IV therapy
Certification
- Licensed Practical Nursing
- IV Therapy
- Basic Life Support
Software
Epic
Timeline
LPN-2
Vanderbilt Asthma, Sinus, and Allergy Program
12.2020 - 12.2022
LPN Charge Nurse
Quality Care Health and Rehab
08.2019 - 08.2022
LPN-2
Monroe Carell Jr. Children's Hospital AHC's
04.2019 - Current
LPN-2
Pediatric Gastroenterology at MCJCHV
03.2018 - 12.2020
CNA
Bethesda Health Care
01.2017 - 02.2018
CNA
Quality Health and Rehab
10.2014 - 12.2016
- Licensed Practical Nursing
- IV Therapy
- Basic Life Support
Certificate - Practical Nursing
Tennessee College of Applied Technology
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