Lindzey Guidry LPN
337-692-2579
Arnaudville,LA
Summary
Dependable healthcare team member with sound judgment, excellent clinical abilities and smooth bedside manner. Addresses patient and MD needs with compassionate care and great attention to detail. Diligent about maximizing satisfaction, safety and wellness while serving patients and doctors of all backgrounds. Track and chart vitals and other markers to help patients, support team treatment goals and boost outcomes.
Overview
21
21
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
License Practical Nurse, Vein
Cardiovascular Insitute Of The South
01.2016 - Current
- Coordinate all venous ablation procedures in Opelousas and assist with guidance of ablation procedures.
- In charge of admissions, appointments, transfers, ordering equipment/supplies and discharging patients.
- Trained other physicians and nurses in CIS on Venous ablations such as Radiofrequency ablation using Venclose supplies.
- Performed routine evaluations of each patient's status, needs, and preferences.
- Monitored, tracked, and conveyed important patient information to healthcare staff to help optimize treatment planning and care delivery.
- Used aseptic/Sterile techniques for vein procedures.
- Answered incoming phone calls from patients to provide basic assistance and triage medical concerns.
- Educated patients and caregivers on medical diagnoses, treatment options, and disease self-management
- Minimized staff and patient infection risk by cleaning and disinfecting equipment instruments.
- Worked with multidisciplinary team to carry out successful treatment plans for diverse acute and chronic conditions.
- Clearly and thoroughly explained diagnoses, treatment options and procedures to patients and loved ones, checking in to verify understanding.
- Help educate other clinics on how to improve their Vein clinic flow and helped build Chicago Vein clinic through CIS.
- Read all venous ultrasound reports and MD documentation to make sure venous ablation procedures will be approved by Insurance companies before sending for approval.
- Obtained patient vital signs before and after each procedure.
- Prior to taking on the Coordination of veins I was a triage nurse responsible for a variety of patient care relate things such as EKG, education, holter monitors, and medication preparedness.
- I am also trained in Nuclear Stress test lab and monitoring patients during this.
Licensed Practical Nurse
JMichael Nursing Home
05.2023 - Current
- Evaluated healthcare needs, goals for treatment, and available resources of each patient and connected to optimal providers and care.
- Administered medications and treatment to patients and monitored responses while working with healthcare teams to adjust care plans.
- Updated patient charts with data such as medications to keep records current and support accurate treatments.
- Conferred with physicians to discuss diagnoses and devise well-coordinated treatment approaches.
- Maintained quality care and comfort for patients with heart failure, pulmonary hypertension, and other conditions.
- Educated patients, families and caregivers on diagnosis and prognosis, treatment options, disease process, and management and lifestyle options.
- Collaborated with physicians to quickly assess patients and deliver appropriate treatment while managing rapidly changing conditions.
- Administered medications via oral, IV, and intramuscular injections and monitored responses.
Licensed Practical Nurse
TWTC Wound Care Center (OGH)
03.2012 - 01.2016
- Cared for wounds, provided treatments, and assisted with procedures.
- Certified in monitoring patients and operate Hyperbaric Chambers
- Assisted with admissions, appointments, transfers, and discharges.
- Documented accurate and complete patient information to address patient problems and expected outcomes.
- Obtained patient vital signs and input/output measurements from inpatients.
- Cleaned and sterilized instruments, equipment and surfaces.
- Maintained accurate patient charts and medical records.
- Cared for patients by providing personal assistance and ambulation.
- Utilized medical software to document and track patient progress.
- Remained calm during high-stress, critical situations, demonstrating sustained focus and problem-solving in real-time.
- Followed proper procedure for installation and removal of catheters, IVs and PIC lines.
- Educated patients and families on diagnosis, neurological conditions and processes, treatments and expected outcomes.
Licensed Practical Nurse
Amedysis Home Health
01.2005 - 03.2012
- Cared for wounds, provided treatments, and assisted with procedures.
- Assisted with admissions, appointments, transfers, and discharges.
- Documented accurate and complete patient information to address patient problems and expected outcomes.
- Obtained patient vital signs and input/output measurements from inpatients.
- Documented accurate and complete patient information to address patient problems and expected outcomes.
- Managed patient care through closely monitoring respiration, blood pressure, and blood glucose levels.
- Performed routine evaluations of each patient's status, needs, and preferences.
- Evaluated patients to identify and address wounds, behavioral concerns, and medically relevant symptoms.
- Delivered updates in patient status to charge nurse, recording changes in medical records.
- Comforted and counseled patients and families throughout care process.
- Educated patients and caregivers on medical diagnoses, treatment options, chronic disease self-management and wound management.
- Minimized staff and patient infection risk by cleaning and disinfecting equipment instruments.
Licensed Practical Nurse
Nursing Agency
12.2007 - 11.2009
- Administered injections, prescribed medications and enemas and cleaned and dressed wounds to assist with basic medical care.
- Observed patients under treatment to identify progress or side effects of medications.
- Reviewed care plans to verify patient's diagnosis, treatment goals and specific nursing orders.
- Assisted ailing patients with eating and bathing to support activities of daily living.
- Worked with multidisciplinary team to carry out successful treatment plans for diverse acute and chronic conditions.
- Adapt to new environment. employees, and new facilities that needed a nurse.
Assistant Manager
Family Dollar
01.2003 - 01.2004
- Supervised day-to-day operations to meet performance, quality and service expectations.
- Monitored cash intake and deposit records, increasing accuracy, and reducing discrepancies.
- Completed regular inventory counts to verify stock levels, address discrepancies, and forecast future needs.
- Offered hands-on assistance to customers, assessing needs, and maintaining current knowledge of consumer preferences.
- Helped with planning schedules and delegating assignments to meet coverage and service demands.
Licensed Practical Nurse
MedSource
01.2005 - 02.2007
- Arranging patient schedules for all nurses based on location they are assigned to help improve time management and efficiency.
- Provided physical assessments, medication, and chronic disease management to home health patients.
- Scheduled appointments and transported patients to medical facilities using personal transportation.
- Supported personal care needs, shopping for groceries, and cleaning house.
- Administered medications and treatments as prescribed by physicians.
- Worked with multidisciplinary team to carry out successful treatment plans for diverse acute and chronic conditions.
- In charge of taking orders from MD, discussing best outcome for patient's improvement.
Education
Associates Degree - License Practical Nurse
SLCC T.H. Harris
Opelousas, LA05.2005
High School Diploma -
Port Barre High School
Port Barre, LA05.2003
Skills
- Management Team Support
- Assisting Physicians
- Inventory Assessments
- Transcribing Orders
- Adaptable and Flexible
- Strong Clinical Judgment
- Sterile Procedures and Techniques
- Procedure Explanation
- Task Delegation
- HIPAA Protocols
- Monitor IV Fluids
- Quality Assessments
- Medical Paperwork Processing
- Medication Administration
- Patient Management
- Wound Dressing and Suturing
- Sterilize Equipment
- Care Planning and Modifications
- Patient and Caregiver Education
- Multi-Tasking and Prioritization
Certification
ACLS
BLS
IV
Wound care
Hyparbarics
Timeline
Licensed Practical Nurse
JMichael Nursing Home
05.2023 - Current
License Practical Nurse, Vein
Cardiovascular Insitute Of The South
01.2016 - Current
Licensed Practical Nurse
TWTC Wound Care Center (OGH)
03.2012 - 01.2016
Licensed Practical Nurse
Nursing Agency
12.2007 - 11.2009
Licensed Practical Nurse
Amedysis Home Health
01.2005 - 03.2012
Licensed Practical Nurse
MedSource
01.2005 - 02.2007
Assistant Manager
Family Dollar
01.2003 - 01.2004
Associates Degree - License Practical Nurse
SLCC T.H. Harris
High School Diploma -
Port Barre High School
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