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Leslie Janke

West Bend,WI

Summary

With over 15 years of exceptional patient-facing experience, proficient and caring nursing team member. Expertise lies in addressing resident needs with compassionate care and meticulous attention to detail. Dedicated to maximizing satisfaction, safety, and wellness for residents from diverse backgrounds.

Overview

15
15
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification

Work History

Licensed Practical Nurse

Lasata Care Center
06.2023 - Current
  • Gathered lab specimens, ordered testing, and interpreted results to diagnose patients.
  • Obtained patient vital signs and input/output measurements from inpatients.
  • Monitored, tracked, and conveyed important patient information to healthcare staff to help optimize treatment planning and care delivery.
  • Used aseptic techniques to provide sterilized wound care and dressing applications.
  • Administered controlled narcotics, inserted IVs, and performed catheterizations.
  • Answered incoming phone calls from patients to provide basic assistance and triage medical concerns.
  • Comforted and counseled patients and families throughout care process.
  • Assisted with admissions, appointments, transfers, and discharges.
  • Clearly and thoroughly explained diagnoses, treatment options and procedures to patients and loved ones, checking in to verify understanding.

Licensed Practical Nurse

Samaritan Health Care
11.2021 - 06.2023
  • Delivered updates in resident status to charge nurse, recording changes in medical records
  • Administered controlled narcotics, administration of injections, and performed catheterizations
  • Assessed residents’ temperature, pulse, and blood pressure and recorded in electronic medical records
  • Assisted with admissions, appointments, transfers, and discharges
  • Evaluated residents to identify and address wounds, behavioral concerns, and medically relevant symptoms
  • Monitored patient health conditions to report changes to assigned physician
  • Provided patient education on health care issues and their prescribed medications
  • Assisted with feeding and monitored intake to help residents achieve nutritional objectives
  • Cared for wounds, provided treatments, and assisted with procedures
  • Clearly and thoroughly explained diagnoses, treatment options and procedures to residents and loved ones, checking in to verify understanding

Certified Nursing Assistant

Samaritan Health Center
05.2010 - 11.2021
  • Answered call lights and supported resident comfort and safety
  • Maintained resident stability by checking vital signs and weight and recording intake and outtake information
  • Documented resident information and care activities in electronic health record
  • Promoted good oral and personal hygiene by aiding residents with shaving, bathing, and teeth brushing
  • Completed activities of daily living for residents unable to self-care and assisted those with limited mobility in completing tasks
  • Delivered high-quality care to Geriatric residents in LTC, Rehabilitation, CBRF, and RCAC settings
  • 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 residents and loved ones
  • Checked resident vitals such as temperature, blood pressure, and blood sugar levels
  • Followed directions of licensed nurses to administer medications and treatments
  • Evaluated residents to identify and address wounds, behavioral concerns, and medically relevant symptoms

Education

Practical Nursing License -

Moraine Park Technical College
Fond Du Lac, WI
12.2021

Certification - Certified Nursing Assistant

St. Joseph Convent
Campbellsport, WI
05.2009

Skills

  • Wound Care
  • Patient and Caregiver Education
  • Transcribing Orders
  • Dementia Knowledge and Care
  • Acute Care Rehabilitation
  • Tracking Symptoms
  • Direct Patient Care
  • EMR Systems
  • Medication Administration
  • Injections
  • Intravenous Patency
  • Strong Clinical Judgment
  • Versatile Team Player
  • Flexible
  • Prioritization and Multi-Tasking
  • Demonstrated Patience in High-Stress Situations
  • Compassionate Communication
  • Committed Professional

Certification

  • Licensed Practical Nurse (LPN) - Wisconsin Board of Nursing.
  • Basic Life Support (BLS) Certification - American Heart Association.

Timeline

Licensed Practical Nurse

Lasata Care Center
06.2023 - Current

Licensed Practical Nurse

Samaritan Health Care
11.2021 - 06.2023

Certified Nursing Assistant

Samaritan Health Center
05.2010 - 11.2021

Certification - Certified Nursing Assistant

St. Joseph Convent

Practical Nursing License -

Moraine Park Technical College

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