Lisa Gamble
Cartersville,GA
Summary
Accomplished LPN Charge Nurse and Unit Manager with a proven track record, enhancing patient care through effective leadership and a strong foundation in health and wellness education. Skilled in blood draw and sample collection, I've significantly improved treatment outcomes by mentoring staff and streamlining medication management processes. Excel in emergency situations, demonstrating critical thinking and compassion.
Overview
22
22
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Dosing Nurse
Acadia Healthcare
Woodstock, GA
11.2022 - Current
- Collected specimens to prepare for laboratory test procedures.
- Explained medication side effects to patients.
- Administered prescribed medications and amounts of medications for each patient.
- Used first-hand knowledge and clinical expertise to advocate for patients under care and enacted prescribed treatment strategies.
- Measured and recorded patients' blood pressure, pulse and respiration.
- Supported the implementation of evidence-based practices within the clinic setting, improving overall quality of care.
- Reduced medication errors by implementing a double-check system for all doses administered.
- Educated patients on potential side effects and how to manage them, minimizing complications during therapy.
Dosing Nurse
Brand New Start Treatment
Woodstock, GA
02.2021 - 11.2022
- Administered prescribed medications.
- Collected specimens to prepare for laboratory test procedures.
- Observed patients to detect injuries or symptoms requiring immediate medical attention.
- Measured and recorded patients' blood pressure, pulse and respiration.
- Communicated with healthcare team members to plan, implement and enhance treatment strategies.
LPN Charge Nurse
Maple Ridge Health And Rehabilitation Center
Cartersville, GA
10.2014 - 05.2020
- Assessed patients' temperature, pulse, and blood pressure and recorded in electronic medical records.
- Delivered direct quality care to patients by evaluating medical conditions and managing and assessing treatments.
- Established cordial relationships with medical personnel and staff to promote teamwork and maintain positive attitude.
- Assembled and used equipment such as catheters, tracheotomy tubes, or oxygen suppliers to effectively manage patient care.
- Assisted in coordinating transfers, discharges and admissions to establish smooth transition of patients.
- Analyzed patient assessments and laboratory data to bring any issues to attention of physicians.
- Managed daily staff assignments and patient scheduling to guarantee clinic coverage and flow.
- Documented patient care plans and progress to enable tracking history and maintain updated records.
- Led and mentored newly licensed nurses and nursing students to develop professional expertise.
- Delivered emotional support to patients and families during challenging times.
- Helped long-term care residents with bathing, dressing, feeding, and other daily living activities.
- Provided patient education on health care issues and prescribed medications.
- Took samples to complete diagnostic and routine assessment tests.
- Helped patients complete bathing, dressing and eating.
LPN Charge Nurse
Chulio Hills Health & Rehabilitation
Rome, GA
01.2010 - 01.2014
- Assessed patients' temperature, pulse, and blood pressure and recorded in electronic medical records.
- Delivered direct quality care to patients by evaluating medical conditions and managing and assessing treatments.
- Established cordial relationships with medical personnel and staff to promote teamwork and maintain positive attitude.
- Assisted in coordinating transfers, discharges and admissions to establish smooth transition of patients.
- Analyzed patient assessments and laboratory data to bring any issues to attention of physicians.
- Managed daily staff assignments and patient scheduling to guarantee clinic coverage and flow.
- Updated patient medical records with services provided, health conditions, and response to treatments using Software.
- Led and mentored newly licensed nurses and nursing students to develop professional expertise.
- Administered medications and injections to patients.
- Monitored patient health conditions to report changes to assigned physician.
- Delivered emotional support to patients and families during challenging times.
- Responded to patient requests with appropriate clinical and personal assistance.
- Worked with multidisciplinary team to carry out successful treatment plans for diverse acute and chronic conditions.
- Helped long-term care residents with bathing, dressing, feeding, and other daily living activities.
- Clearly and thoroughly explained diagnoses, treatment options and procedures to patients and loved ones, checking in to verify understanding.
- Took samples to complete diagnostic and routine assessment tests.
- Helped patients complete bathing, dressing and eating.
LPN Charge Nurse / Unit Manager
Sunbridge Care And Rehab Of Cartersville
Cartersville, GA
08.2002 - 09.2009
- Oversaw medication passes and all direct patient care.
- Maintained medication room in full compliance with government and facility requirements.
- Evaluated and improved team member performance through coaching and training.
- Helped to develop, improve and implement nursing policies and procedures.
- Scheduled staff and delegated work assignments.
- Assessed patients' temperature, pulse, and blood pressure and recorded in electronic medical records.
- Monitored patient health conditions to report changes to assigned physician.
- Administered medications and injections to patients.
- Evaluated patient histories, complaints, and current symptoms.
- Worked with multidisciplinary team to carry out successful treatment plans for diverse acute and chronic conditions.
- Responded to patient requests with appropriate clinical and personal assistance.
- Clearly and thoroughly explained diagnoses, treatment options and procedures to patients and loved ones, checking in to verify understanding.
- Delivered emotional support to patients and families during challenging times.
- Took samples to complete diagnostic and routine assessment tests.
- Helped long-term care residents with bathing, dressing, feeding, and other daily living activities.
- Provided patient education on health care issues and prescribed medications.
- Provided diagnosis information, treatment possibilities, disease management tips and wound care advice to patients, loved ones and caregivers.
- Circulated assigned floor to measure and record patients' fluid and food levels, implementing measures to promote healthy intake and output as necessary.
- Managed various general office duties such as answering multiple telephone lines, completing insurance forms, and mailing monthly invoice statements to patients.
- Coordinated patient transfers to other facilities.
- Protected patients and healthcare team members from infection by sterilizing equipment and reusable supplies.
- Helped patients complete bathing, dressing and eating.
Education
License Practical Nurse - Nursing
Georgia Northwestern Technical College
Rome, GA05.2002
Skills
- Diet and Nutrition
- Company Guidelines
- Emergency Situations
- Microsoft Office
- Blood Draw and Sample Collection
- Health and Wellness Education
Certified to teach CNA classes
Certification
Licensed Practical Nurse
Train the Trainer Certified to teach CNA Classes
CPR Certification
Timeline
Dosing Nurse
Acadia Healthcare
11.2022 - Current
Dosing Nurse
Brand New Start Treatment
02.2021 - 11.2022
LPN Charge Nurse
Maple Ridge Health And Rehabilitation Center
10.2014 - 05.2020
LPN Charge Nurse
Chulio Hills Health & Rehabilitation
01.2010 - 01.2014
LPN Charge Nurse / Unit Manager
Sunbridge Care And Rehab Of Cartersville
08.2002 - 09.2009
License Practical Nurse - Nursing
Georgia Northwestern Technical College