Libby Weatherill
Pittston,PA
Summary
Knowledgeable LPN with deep understanding of patient care and medical procedures. Successfully managed diverse patient needs in various healthcare settings, ensuring high-quality care and patient satisfaction. Demonstrates strong communication and problem-solving skills while working collaboratively with healthcare teams.
Overview
15
15
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Licensed Practical Nurse
Wilkes Barre VA Medical Center
10.2019 - Current
- Administered medications and treatments according to established protocols.
- Monitored patient vital signs, reporting changes to healthcare team promptly.
- Trained new staff on best practices, ensuring compliance with health regulations.
- Facilitated efficient communication between patients, families, and healthcare providers to promote continuity of care across settings.
- Comforted and counseled patients and families throughout care process.
- Provide exceptional nursing care to approximately 15 patients on the unit, long-term care and short stay patients, making sure their needs are met in a professional manner.
Licensed Practical Nurse
Riverstreet Manor
11.2018 - 07.2019
- Monitored patient progress, reporting changes in condition to nursing staff promptly.
- Utilized electronic health record systems effectively for documentation and communication purposes.
- Assisted with admissions, appointments, transfers, and discharges.
- Administered medications and treatments as prescribed, ensuring compliance with safety protocols.
- Answered incoming phone calls from patients to provide basic assistance and triage medical concerns.
- Provided care to approximately 30-40 long term care and rehab patients, administering medications, providing wound care, IV therapy, and providing patient care.
Medical Technician
Highland Park Senior Living
07.2016 - 04.2018
- Administered medications and performed basic and advanced patient assessments.
- Updated patient records accurately and efficiently, ensuring proper documentation and communication between healthcare professionals.
- Measured patient vital signs such as blood pressure, pulse rate, and temperature to record information on patients' charts.
- Providing exceptional nursing care to approximately 30 patients on a unit, making sure medications are administered in a timely fashion and providing the best care possible for those in need.
Certified Nursing Assistant
Birchwood Nursing Home
07.2015 - 11.2015
- Provided high-quality personal care services to approximately 30-40 patients such as bathing, grooming, dressing, and feeding to ensure patient dignity.
- Monitored vital signs and reported changes to nursing staff for timely interventions.
- Answered call lights and supported patient comfort and safety by adjusting bed rails and equipment.
- Assisted with feeding and monitored intake to help patients achieve nutritional objectives.
- Conducted regular rounds to monitor patients'' physical and mental status throughout shifts.
Certified Nursing Assistant
Guardian Elder Care Center
05.2014 - 08.2014
- Assisted approximately 30 patients with daily living activities, ensuring comfort and dignity.
- Promoted good oral and personal hygiene by aiding patients with shaving, bathing, and teeth brushing.
- Reduced fall incidents by implementing safety measures like bed alarms and proper positioning techniques.
- Prevented pressure ulcers development through frequent turning, repositioning of patients, and diligent skin assessments.
- Improved patient care quality by monitoring and recording vital signs, fluid intake, and output.
Certified Nursing Assistant
Grandview Health Homes
08.2010 - 07.2011
- Monitored vital signs and reported changes to nursing staff for timely interventions.
- Provided high-quality personal care services such as bathing, grooming, dressing, and feeding to ensure patient dignity.
- Assisted approximately 40 patients with daily living activities for enhanced comfort and wellbeing.
- Enhanced team efficiency by promptly responding to call lights and reporting changes in patient condition to nurses.
- Built rapport with patients and families, providing emotional support during difficult times.
Education
Licensed Practical Nurse - LPN Program
Wilkes Barre CTC Practical Nursing Program
Plains PA12.2015
No Degree - Nursing Generals
Luzerne County Community College
Nanticoke, PA05-2014
No Degree - Nursing Generals
Southern Adventist University
Collegedale, TN05-2013
High School Diploma -
Danville Area High School
Danville, PA06.2011
Certified Nursing Assistant - Nursing
Harrisburg Area Community College
Harrisburg, PA09-2010
Skills
- Medication administration
- Vital signs monitoring
- Geriatric Care
- Documentation accuracy
- ADL assistance
- Verbal and written communication
- Dementia knowledge and care
- CPR/AED
- Strong clinical judgment
- Adaptable and flexible
Certification
- Licensed Practical Nurse License - October 2018
- Certified Nurses Assistant- September 2010
Awards
I received 4 I CARE Awards from the Wilkes Barre VA Medical Center ( Integrity, Commitment, Advocacy, Respect, and Excellence. )
- Commitment exemplified by my kindness and patience while answering medical questions from a family member
- Commitment exemplified by my provision of care to the veterans during a snow storm
- Commitment exemplified by promoting a teamwork environment by always willing to lend a hand to co-workers
- Advocacy exemplified by taking a residents requests and honoring them in a professional way.
Classes
- I completed the Mosby's Nurse Preceptor Training Program at the Wilkes Barre VA Medical Center in November 2022
- I completed the Dementia Capable Care Training Program at the Wilkes Barre VA Medical Center in December 2022
Timeline
Licensed Practical Nurse
Wilkes Barre VA Medical Center
10.2019 - Current
Licensed Practical Nurse
Riverstreet Manor
11.2018 - 07.2019
Medical Technician
Highland Park Senior Living
07.2016 - 04.2018
Certified Nursing Assistant
Birchwood Nursing Home
07.2015 - 11.2015
Certified Nursing Assistant
Guardian Elder Care Center
05.2014 - 08.2014
Certified Nursing Assistant
Grandview Health Homes
08.2010 - 07.2011
Licensed Practical Nurse - LPN Program
Wilkes Barre CTC Practical Nursing Program
No Degree - Nursing Generals
Luzerne County Community College
No Degree - Nursing Generals
Southern Adventist University
High School Diploma -
Danville Area High School
Certified Nursing Assistant - Nursing
Harrisburg Area Community College
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