Linda Crutcher
Youngsville,LA
Summary
Proficient and caring nursing team member offering over 16 years of patient-facing experience. Addresses patient needs with compassionate care and attention to detail. Diligent about maximizing satisfaction, safety and wellness while serving patients of all backgrounds. 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
16
16
years of professional experience
Work History
LPN (PRN) LTAC
Louisiana Extended Care Hospital
08.2023 - Current
- Utilized time management skills to prioritize tasks effectively, allowing for efficient completion of daily responsibilities.
- Maintained accurate documentation of all relevant clinical data, ensuring compliance with regulatory standards.
- Implemented infection control measures, ensuring a clean and safe environment for patients and staff.
- Managed patient care through closely monitoring respiration, blood pressure, and blood glucose levels.
- Administered controlled narcotics, inserted IVs, and performed catheterizations.
- Performed wound care treatments using sterile techniques, promoting healing and preventing complications.
- Used aseptic techniques to provide sterilized wound care and dressing applications.
LPN (Full-Time)
Compass Behavioral Center Of Lafayette
07.2023 - Current
- Maintained accurate documentation of all relevant clinical data, ensuring compliance with regulatory standards.
- Adhered to treatment plan instructions when administering medications and treatments to patients.
- Educated patients and their families on safe treatment of their condition.
- Administer chemical restraints in certain situations via oral or intramuscular injections and document the outcome.
LPN (Per Diem)
Platinum Healthcare Staffing
04.2008 - Current
- Provided medical care to patients in various facilities with staffing needs.
- Administer medications to patients in LTC/SNF, LTACs, rehabs, vent units, and psych facilities.
- Perform placements of foley catheters, NG tubes, purewicks, telemetry boxes, and central line dressings.
- Perform wound care, including wound vac placements.
- Insert IV catheters for administration of IV therapy according to physician orders.
- Monitor and interpret telemetry strips.
- Perform patient assessments and document findings using EMR, Epic, Cerner, Evident, Avatar, PointClick, or paper charts.
LPN Nursing Supervisor (Dr. Michael Felton)
Felton Family Care
01.2014 - 05.2023
- Enhanced patient care by ensuring adherence to nursing policies, procedures, and standards.
- Maintained a safe and hygienic environment by enforcing infection control measures and facility regulations.
- Managed challenging situations calmly and professionally, contributing to a positive work environment for staff members.
- Promoted continuity of care by accurately documenting all pertinent information in electronic medical records systems.
- Served as a liaison between physicians, patients, and families to ensure clear communication regarding care plans and progress updates.
- Streamlined workflow for improved efficiency by effectively delegating tasks to LPN staff.
LPN Nursing Supervisor (Dr. Michael Felton)
Nouveau Visage Cosmetic Surgery And Functional Med
01.2014 - 05.2023
- Maintained a safe and hygienic environment by enforcing infection control measures and facility regulations.
- Educated patients on medication, surgical procedures and consents.
- Assisted physician with cosmetic surgery, liposuction, BBL's, tummy tucks, and pellet insertions.
- Assisted physician with hospital rounding and scribed charts.
- Managed challenging situations calmly and professionally, contributing to a positive work environment for staff members.
- Promoted continuity of care by accurately documenting all pertinent information in electronic medical records systems.
LPN Office Nurse (Part-Time) Oncology
University Hospital And Clinics
08.2016 - 02.2017
- Developed strong rapport with patients and their families, fostering trust and open communication during sensitive medical situations.
- Improved patient experience by providing compassionate and attentive nursing services in a busy office setting.
- Assisted in maintaining a clean and organized office environment by performing housekeeping tasks such as disposing of biohazardous waste, sanitizing exam rooms, and restocking supplies as needed.
- Supported new employees during orientation periods by serving as a knowledgeable resource on office policies, procedures, documentation requirements.
Education
Associate of Science - Practical Nursing
Delta College of Arts & Technology - Lafayette
Lafayette, LA03.2008
No Degree - Cosmetic Surgery
International Society of Cosmetogynecology
Bayonne, NJ10.2022
Skills
- Medical Documentation
- Catheter Care
- Tracheostomy Care
- Diabetes management
- Psychiatric Nursing
- Post Operative Care
- Oncology Nursing
- Medication Administration
- Wound Care
- Clinical Documentation
- Clinical judgment
- EMR / EHR
- Staff Supervision
Timeline
LPN (PRN) LTAC
Louisiana Extended Care Hospital
08.2023 - Current
LPN (Full-Time)
Compass Behavioral Center Of Lafayette
07.2023 - Current
LPN Office Nurse (Part-Time) Oncology
University Hospital And Clinics
08.2016 - 02.2017
LPN Nursing Supervisor (Dr. Michael Felton)
Felton Family Care
01.2014 - 05.2023
LPN Nursing Supervisor (Dr. Michael Felton)
Nouveau Visage Cosmetic Surgery And Functional Med
01.2014 - 05.2023
LPN (Per Diem)
Platinum Healthcare Staffing
04.2008 - Current
Associate of Science - Practical Nursing
Delta College of Arts & Technology - Lafayette
No Degree - Cosmetic Surgery
International Society of Cosmetogynecology
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