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Lauren Hiedix

West Pittston,PA

Summary

Highly-motivated Registered Nurse, known for high productivity, excellent patient care and efficiency in task completion with desire to take on new challenges. Strong work ethic, adaptability, and exceptional interpersonal skills. Adept at working effectively unsupervised and quickly mastering new skills.

Overview

6
6
years of professional experience

Work History

Internal Travel

Geisinger Travel
Scranton, PA
06.2024 - Current
  • Evaluated effectiveness of nursing interventions and revised plan of care accordingly.
  • Maintained accurate records of all patient interactions, treatments, medications administered and any changes in condition.
  • Advocated for patient needs with interdisciplinary team and implemented outlined treatment plans.
  • Assessed patient conditions, monitored behaviors and updated supervising physicians with observations and concerns.
  • Demonstrated excellent interpersonal communication skills when interacting with patients, family members, physicians or other healthcare professionals.

Registered Nurse, Medical-Surgical Unit

Commonwealth Health Wilkes-Barre General Hospital
Wilkes-Barre, PA
07.2023 - 06.2024
  • Perform charge nurse duties and be a resource for staff who need assistance on the unit, while maintaining a full patient assignment.
  • Evaluate patient charts during transfer to the floor and advocate for appropriate placement if the assigned unit is not able to safely and adequately meet the needs of the patient.
  • Responded to emergency situations with speed, expertise and level-headed approaches to provide optimal care, support and life-saving interventions.
  • Maintained accurate documentation of patient information in electronic medical records system.
  • Maintained strict patient data procedures to comply with HIPAA laws and prevent information breaches.

Clinical LPN

Therapia Staffing
Coral Springs, FL
01.2021 - 04.2024
  • Worked collaboratively within an interdisciplinary team of healthcare professionals providing direct patient care services.
  • Instructed patients on vaccine administration, side effects, and post-vaccination care.
  • Prepared and administered vaccines according to established protocols.
  • Maintained accurate vaccination records, ensuring confidentiality and compliance with HIPAA regulations.
  • Monitored patients for adverse reactions post-vaccination for a mandated period.

Medical-Surgical LPN

Commonwealth Health Wilkes-Barre General Hospital
Wilkes-Barre, PA
05.2021 - 07.2023
  • Performed vital signs monitoring for early identification of changes in patient condition or response to treatment plan.
  • Administered oral, IV and intra-muscular medications and monitored patient reactions.
  • Prioritized workloads according to urgency levels ensuring timely completion of assignments.
  • Adhered to hospital policies and procedures while providing quality patient centered care.

Pediatric Home Health Nurse

Bayada Pediatrics Home Care
Wilkes-Barre, PA
03.2018 - 01.2021
  • Monitored vital signs, such as blood pressure and temperature, of pediatric patients.
  • Managed various nursing tasks for medically fragile children, which included administering medication, cleaning wounds, and monitoring blood glucose levels.
  • Assisted patients with activities of daily living and functional mobility to increase comfort and quality of life.
  • Charted changes in patient conditions and discussed concerns with supervising healthcare provider.

Education

Associate of Science - Nursing

Luzerne County Community College
Nanticoke, PA
05-2023

LPN - Nursing

WBACTC School of Nursing
Wilkes-Barre, PA
05-2016

Certificate - CNA

Luzerne County Community College
Nanticoke, PA
06-2010

High School Diploma -

James M Coughlin High School
Wilkes Barre, PA
06-2008

Skills

  • Clinical Documentation
  • Physical examination
  • Health Promotion
  • Teamwork and Cooperation
  • Interdisciplinary Collaboration
  • Disease Prevention
  • Patient-centered care
  • Efficient time management
  • Critical thinking abilities
  • Problem-solving aptitude

Timeline

Internal Travel

Geisinger Travel
06.2024 - Current

Registered Nurse, Medical-Surgical Unit

Commonwealth Health Wilkes-Barre General Hospital
07.2023 - 06.2024

Medical-Surgical LPN

Commonwealth Health Wilkes-Barre General Hospital
05.2021 - 07.2023

Clinical LPN

Therapia Staffing
01.2021 - 04.2024

Pediatric Home Health Nurse

Bayada Pediatrics Home Care
03.2018 - 01.2021

Associate of Science - Nursing

Luzerne County Community College

LPN - Nursing

WBACTC School of Nursing

Certificate - CNA

Luzerne County Community College

High School Diploma -

James M Coughlin High School

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