Lisa Brown
Galloway,New Jersey
Summary
I consistently contribute to improved healthcare delivery. My approach blends meticulous attention to detail with empathetic patient interactions, fostering trust and achieving quality care standards. Proficient and caring nursing team member offering outstanding patient-facing experience. Adept at addressing patient needs with compassionate care and attention to detail. Diligent about maximizing satisfaction, safety and wellness while serving patients of all backgrounds.
Overview
15
15
years of professional experience
Work History
Licensed Practical Nurse
Shore Physicians Group
Somers Point, NJ
07.2024 - Current
- Improved patient outcomes by monitoring vital signs, and documenting relevant information.
- Cared for wounds, provided treatments, and assisted with procedures.
- Collaborated with interdisciplinary healthcare teams to ensure continuous quality improvement in patient care delivery.
- Used aseptic techniques to provide sterilized wound care and dressing applications.
- Delivered wound care and managed dressings, preventing infections and promoting healing.
- Improved patient satisfaction with empathetic communication and timely response to needs.
- Assisted in minor surgical procedures, enhancing patient comfort and supporting surgical team efficiency.
- Assessed patients' temperature, pulse, and blood pressure and recorded in electronic medical records.
Licensed Practical Nurse
Royal Suites Healthcare & Rehabilitation Center
Galloway, NJ
09.2022 - Current
- Improved patient outcomes by administering medications, monitoring vital signs, and documenting relevant information.
- Cared for wounds, provided treatments, and assisted with procedures.
- Assisted with admissions, appointments, transfers, and discharges.
- Delivered updates in patient status to charge nurse, recording changes in medical records.
- Assisted with feeding and monitored intake to help patients achieve nutritional objectives.
- Collaborated with interdisciplinary healthcare team members to develop individualized care plans for patients.
- Delivered wound care and managed dressings, preventing infections and promoting healing.
- Monitored patient reactions to medications and treatments, quickly addressing adverse reactions.
- Assessed patients' temperature, pulse, and blood pressure and recorded in electronic medical records.
Licensed Practical Nurse
Deborah Heart And Lung Center
Browns Mills, NJ
06.2023 - 07.2024
- Cared for wounds, provided treatments, and assisted with procedures.
- 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.
- Monitored, tracked, and conveyed important patient information to healthcare staff to help optimize treatment planning and care delivery.
- Improved patient satisfaction with empathetic communication and timely response to needs.
Medical Assistant
Atlantic Medical Imaging Vascular Institute
Galloway, NJ
03.2018 - 04.2021
- Sanitized, restocked, and organized exam rooms and medical equipment.
- Obtained client medical history, medication information, symptoms, and allergies.
- Directed patients to exam rooms, fielded questions, and prepared for physician examinations.
- Performed medical records management, including filing, organizing and scanning documents.
- Built strong relationships with patients through effective communication skills that foster trust in the clinic''s commitment to quality care.
- Maintained a safe and clean clinical environment by adhering to infection control guidelines and disposing of biohazardous waste properly.
- Assisted physicians with minor surgeries, including preparing operating room and sterilizing instruments.
- Kept medical supplies in sufficient stock by monitoring levels and submitting replenishment orders before depleted.
Patient Care Technician
Acuity Specialty Hospital
Atlantic City, NJ
01.2010 - 11.2016
- Monitored vital signs and reported changes to nursing staff, ensuring timely medical interventions when necessary.
- Assisted nurses with essential tasks, streamlining workflow and increasing efficiency in the healthcare setting.
- Enhanced patient satisfaction by providing compassionate and attentive care.
- Assisted in training new Patient Care Technicians, sharing knowledge and best practices to ensure consistency in care delivery.
- Performed blood draws, EKGs, and other diagnostic tests accurately and efficiently for prompt analysis by healthcare professionals.
- Provided high-quality personal care to patients, promoting comfort and dignity during their hospital stay.
- Maintained clean and safe environment to promote patient safety and comfort.
- Assisted in transferring patients, beds and patient care equipment to other rooms adhering to necessary safety precautions.
- Assisted with feeding and monitored intake to help patients achieve nutritional objectives.
- Recognized potential emergencies promptly, initiating appropriate action to stabilize patients until further assistance arrived.
- Reduced stress for patients and families through effective communication and empathetic support.
- Participated in ongoing professional development opportunities to stay current on best practices in patient care technology advancements.
- Delivered compassionate end-of-life care, offering comfort and dignity to patients in their final stages.
Education
No Degree - Licensed Practical Nurse
Atlantic County Institute of Technoloy
Mays Landing, NJ07.2022
Associate of Applied Science - Respiratory Therapy
Independence University
Salt Lake City, UT12.2013
Skills
- Medication Administration
- Direct Patient Care
- Vital signs monitoring
- HIPAA Compliance
- Wound Care
- Compassionate Care
- Clinical Documentation
- Physical Assessment
- Geriatric Care
- Vital signs
- Clinical judgment
- Patient Care
- Patient Assessments
- Medication Dispensing
- Diabetes management
- Documentation accuracy
- Immunization Administration
- Family Communication
- Catheter Care
- Documenting intake
- Breathing Treatments
- Patient evaluations
- EMR / EHR
- Patient triaging
- Outpatient Care
- Responsible and Dependable
- CPR/AED
- Specimen Collection
Additional Information
BLS expires 6/24/26
LPN licenses # 26NP49546500
Timeline
Licensed Practical Nurse
Shore Physicians Group
07.2024 - Current
Licensed Practical Nurse
Deborah Heart And Lung Center
06.2023 - 07.2024
Licensed Practical Nurse
Royal Suites Healthcare & Rehabilitation Center
09.2022 - Current
Medical Assistant
Atlantic Medical Imaging Vascular Institute
03.2018 - 04.2021
Patient Care Technician
Acuity Specialty Hospital
01.2010 - 11.2016
No Degree - Licensed Practical Nurse
Atlantic County Institute of Technoloy
Associate of Applied Science - Respiratory Therapy
Independence University