Linda Gleason
LINCOLN,Illinois
Summary
Organized and knowledgeable Registered Nurse experienced in treating and caring for patients. Successful in providing fast and accurate assessments and working calmly under pressure. Recognized for collaborating well with doctors to maintain top-notch healthcare practices.
Overview
14
14
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Registered Nurse
Lincoln Memorial Hospital
Lincoln, IL
08.2023 - Current
- Provided patient care and education to patients with chronic illnesses.
- Assessed, planned, implemented and evaluated nursing care for assigned patients.
- Documented patient progress notes accurately and efficiently in the electronic medical record system.
- Collaborated with physicians, nurses, therapists, social workers and other healthcare professionals to develop individualized treatment plans for each patient.
- Ensured compliance with standards of professional practice as well as state and federal regulations related to health care delivery services.
- Provided emotional support and comfort to families during difficult times.
- Adhered to infection control procedures to facilitate safe, clean patient environment.
- Maintained personal and team compliance with medication administration standards and patient care best practices.
- Maintained strict patient data procedures to comply with HIPAA laws and prevent information breaches.
Lincoln Memorial Health
Lincoln, IL
10.2022 - 08.2023
- Assisted physicians with patient care by taking vital signs, administering injections and performing other nursing duties.
- Observed patients for any changes in their condition or behavior, reported findings to the supervisor or physician in charge.
- Instructed patients and their families about disease prevention, proper nutrition, medication management and other health related topics.
- Educated staff members regarding infection control protocols or best practices when caring for a particular type of illness or injury.
- Observed, charted, and reported developments in patient health conditions for nursing supervisor.
- Applied interventions to progress patients toward wellness and address maintenance of wellness.
LPN
The Christian Village
Lincoln, IL
03.2011 - 10.2021
- Provided direct physical and emotional support to patients and their families.
- Assisted physicians with patient care by taking vital signs, administering injections and performing other nursing duties.
- Administered medications orally, intravenously or intramuscularly depending on the prescription given by the doctor.
- Prevented drug interactions and contributed to correct diagnosis by recording patient health information, monitoring vitals and updating patient files.
Education
Associate of Applied Science - Register Nurse
Illinois Central College
East Peoria, IL05-2023
LPN -
Capital Area of School of Practical Nursing
Springfield, IL09-1994
Skills
- Wound Care
- IV management
- Long-Term Care
- Infant CPR certified
- Patient and family advocacy
- Geriatric treatment knowledge
- Feeding Assistance
- Diabetes and nutrition education
- Tracheostomy Care
- Professional Bedside Manner
- Patient Assessment
- Feeding pumps understanding
- Staff Supervision
- Collecting vitals
- Gastrostomy buttons experience
- IV setup
- Acute care expertise
- Oxygen saturation standards
- Direct and Indirect Patient Care
- SBAR communication
- Palliative and Pain Management
Accomplishments
- Life Savers award
- Daisy Award
- Great Catch award
Certification
- ACLS/BLS
- Wound Care Certified
Timeline
Registered Nurse
Lincoln Memorial Hospital
08.2023 - Current
Lincoln Memorial Health
10.2022 - 08.2023
LPN
The Christian Village
03.2011 - 10.2021
- ACLS/BLS
- Wound Care Certified
Associate of Applied Science - Register Nurse
Illinois Central College
LPN -
Capital Area of School of Practical Nursing
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