Lisa Bartlett
Lee's Summit
Summary
Compassionate Registered Nurse with experience offering comprehensive patient care in outpatient environments. Works well with diverse patient populations and fosters trusting relationships to improve outcomes. Efficiently coordinates with healthcare professionals to advance patient care.
Overview
13
13
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Registered Nurse
Vitalcore Health Strategies
07.2021 - Current
- Administered medications via oral, IV, and intramuscular injections and monitored responses.
- Utilized critical thinking skills to prioritize nursing interventions based on patients'' acuity levels and individual needs.
- Conducted thorough patient assessments to identify changes in condition, promptly notifying physicians and initiating appropriate interventions when necessary.
- Administered medications safely according to established guidelines while closely monitoring for side effects or adverse reactions requiring intervention.
- Assisted in the training and mentorship of new nursing staff members, contributing to a positive work environment and high-quality patient care.
- Educated patients, families and caregivers on diagnosis and prognosis, treatment options, disease process, and management and lifestyle options.
- Provided direct patient care, stabilized patients, and determined next course of action.
- Advised patients and caregivers of proper wound management, discharge plan objectives, safe medication use, and disease management.
Certified Nursing Assistant
Saint Luke's Hospital
03.2012 - 07.2021
- Provided high-quality personal care services such as bathing, grooming, dressing, and feeding to ensure patient dignity.
- Assisted patients with daily living activities for enhanced comfort and wellbeing.
- Checked patient vitals such as temperature, blood pressure, and blood sugar levels.
- Maintained a clean, safe environment by sanitizing surfaces, changing linens, and disposing of waste properly.
- 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.
Home Health Hospice Aide
Continua Hospice
11.2010 - 03.2012
- Monitored vital signs and reported changes in patient conditions to the supervising nurse promptly, facilitating timely interventions.
- Facilitated smooth transitions between shifts by effectively communicating pertinent information about each patient''s status to incoming staff members.
- Recognized signs of emotional distress in both patients and family members, providing appropriate resources and referrals to address their needs during challenging times.
- Utilized strong interpersonal skills when interacting with diverse patient populations, adapting communication style based on individual needs and preferences.
- Collaborated with volunteer programs to coordinate additional support services for patients and families, such as respite care or companionship visits.
- Delivered exceptional personal hygiene assistance, upholding dignity and respect for each patient throughout the end-of-life journey.
- Participated in ongoing training opportunities to continuously enhance knowledge of hospice care best practices and maintain certification requirements.
- Observed strict infection control protocols to minimize risks of illness transmission and maintain a healthy environment for patients.
Education
Bachelor of Science - Nursing
Avila University
Kansas City, MO05.2021
No Degree - Certified Nursing Assistant
MidAmerica Nazarene University
Olathe, KS03.2010
High School Diploma -
St Joseph High School
Saskatoon, SK06.2000
Skills
- Medication and IV administration
- Direct Patient Care
- Patient Assessments
- Patient education and counseling
- Patient and family advocacy
- Infection control measures
- Wound Care
- Patient Management
- Care Plan Development
- Mental Health Nursing
- Preventive health
- Lab result interpretation
- Performing EKGs
- Intake and discharge
- Proper catheter insertion/removal
- High level of autonomy
- Chest pain management
- At-risk patient care
- Seizure Management
- Diabetes management
- Chronic Disease Management
- Palliative care awareness
Certification
- Home Health Aid (HHA)
- CNA - Certified Nurse Assistant
Timeline
Registered Nurse
Vitalcore Health Strategies
07.2021 - Current
Certified Nursing Assistant
Saint Luke's Hospital
03.2012 - 07.2021
Home Health Hospice Aide
Continua Hospice
11.2010 - 03.2012
Bachelor of Science - Nursing
Avila University
No Degree - Certified Nursing Assistant
MidAmerica Nazarene University
High School Diploma -
St Joseph High School