Linda Thomas
Madisonville,TN
Summary
Dedicated LPN with over 10 years of experience in diverse healthcare settings. Proven ability to lead nursing teams, implement individualized care plans, and ensure adherence to safety protocols. Passionate about delivering high-quality patient care and fostering a collaborative team environment.
Overview
17
17
years of professional experience
Work History
LPN Office Nurse
Access Medical Care
08.2022 - Current
- Administered medications and monitored patient vital signs for optimal health outcomes.
- Assisted in patient assessments, documenting medical histories and current conditions accurately.
- Coordinated with healthcare teams to ensure seamless patient care and effective communication.
- Educated patients on treatment plans, medication usage, and preventative health measures.
- Conducted patient assessments, documenting vital signs and medical history accurately.
LPN Charge Nurse
Morning Pointe Assisted Living
05.2019 - 08.2022
- Supervised daily nursing operations and staff activities in assisted living environment.
- Administered medications and managed patient care plans for optimal health outcomes.
- Trained and mentored new nursing staff to ensure compliance with care standards.
- Coordinated with interdisciplinary teams to develop individualized resident care strategies.
- Implemented infection control protocols to enhance safety and hygiene practices.
- Conducted regular assessments of residents' health status, documenting findings accurately.
- Assessed patients' temperature, pulse, and blood pressure and recorded in electronic medical records.
- Analyzed patient assessments and laboratory data to bring any issues to attention of physicians.
- Served as charge nurse, caring for patients with serious illnesses.
- Documented vitals and medical histories in patient charts when assessing patients and communicated patient information to physicians and other nurses for care continuity.
- Promoted continuity of care by thoroughly documenting shift-to-shift communication in nursing reports.
- Coordinated patient care among interdisciplinary teams to optimize treatment outcomes.
LPN Charge Nurse
Wood Village
11.2012 - 05.2019
- Resolved resident concerns promptly, improving overall satisfaction with care services.
- Ensured adherence to regulatory requirements and best practices in nursing care delivery.
- Delegated tasks effectively, optimizing staff productivity and maintaining a well-organized nursing unit.
- Assembled and used equipment such as catheters, tracheotomy tubes, or oxygen suppliers to effectively manage patient care.
- Utilized critical thinking skills to make sound clinical decisions in high-pressure situations, minimizing risks and ensuring patient safety.
- Provided compassionate end-of-life care, supporting patients and their families through difficult times.
- Managed complex wound care cases, applying advanced knowledge of wound healing principles to achieve optimal results.
- Developed strong relationships with patients'' families, keeping them informed of progress reports and collaborating on decisions regarding their loved ones'' healthcare plans.
- Assisted physicians during procedures, demonstrating strong clinical knowledge and attention to detail for successful outcomes.
- Maintained accurate medical records in accordance with established protocols, ensuring confidentiality of sensitive information at all times.
LPN Industrial Nurse
MasterCraft Boats
08.2008 - 06.2012
- Administered medications and treatments in accordance with established protocols.
- Maintained a safe and therapeutic environment for patients through effective risk assessment and crisis intervention strategies.
- Offered immediate assistance in emergency and routine paging situations to evaluate needs and deliver care.
- Promoted a culture of teamwork through active participation in unit meetings, performance improvement initiatives, and collaborative problem-solving efforts.
- Contributed to organizational success by participating in accreditation surveys, quality assurance programs, and ongoing staff education activities.
- Participated in community health programs, extending care beyond clinical setting and improving public health awareness.
- Facilitated patient education on disease management and prevention, empowering individuals towards healthier lifestyles.
- Provided patient education on health care issues and prescribed medications.
- Evaluated patient histories, complaints, and current symptoms.
- Assisted in developing individualized care plans for patients.
- Collaborated with healthcare teams to ensure optimal patient outcomes.
- Advocated for patients' needs and coordinated resources within the facility.
- Improved patient outcomes by administering medications, monitoring vital signs, and documenting relevant information.
- Coordinated patient transfers to other facilities.
- Managed various general office duties such as answering multiple telephone lines, completing insurance forms.
- Administered health assessments and conducted workplace safety evaluations for employees.
- Provided first aid and emergency response training to staff, ensuring preparedness for incidents.
- Collaborated with management on compliance with occupational health regulations and policies.
- Provided first aid treatment for minor injuries sustained in the workplace, expediting recovery times for employees.
- Enhanced workplace safety by implementing comprehensive health and wellness programs for employees.
- Coordinated emergency response efforts during industrial accidents, ensuring timely medical care for affected employees.
- Used aseptic techniques to provide sterilized wound care and dressing applications.
Education
No Degree - Pre=Nursing Requites
Pellissippi State Community College
Knoxville, TNLPN - Nursing
Tennessee Technology Center
Athens, TN08-1995
Skills
- Clinical judgment
- Vital signs monitoring
- HIPAA compliance
- Immunization administration
- Phlebotomy techniques
- Continuing education
- Nursing documentation
- Medication administration
- Direct patient care
- Appointment scheduling
- Routine medical procedures
- Diagnostic testing
- Telephone triage
- Certified in CPR/AED
- Pediatric nursing
Timeline
LPN Office Nurse
Access Medical Care
08.2022 - Current
LPN Charge Nurse
Morning Pointe Assisted Living
05.2019 - 08.2022
LPN Charge Nurse
Wood Village
11.2012 - 05.2019
LPN Industrial Nurse
MasterCraft Boats
08.2008 - 06.2012
No Degree - Pre=Nursing Requites
Pellissippi State Community College
LPN - Nursing
Tennessee Technology Center