LISA LOPREATO
United Energy Workers
Fairfield,Iowa
1
Certification
9
years of professional experience
Empathetic LPN with expertise in medication administration, patient assessments, and infection control. Committed to enhancing quality of life through compassionate private duty nursing.
Work History
LPN, Private Duty
5 Years 6 Months- Monitored vital signs and documented changes to provide accurate patient assessments.
- Educated patients and families on health management, fostering adherence to care protocols.
- Implemented infection control measures, enhancing overall safety in home environments.
- Assisted in scheduling appointments and managing patient records for efficient operations.
- Evaluated patient responses to treatment plans, adjusting care strategies as necessary for improved outcomes.
- Enhanced patients'' quality of life by providing compassionate and empathetic private duty nursing services.
- Assisted patients with activities of daily living, promoting independence and dignity in their own homes.
- Administered medications accurately, ensuring the proper dosage and timing for optimal treatment effectiveness.
- Educated patients on managing chronic conditions, empowering them to take control of their own health.
- Participated in ongoing continuing education opportunities to stay current on best practices in private duty nursing.
- Managed wound care effectively, implementing appropriate treatments to promote healing and prevent infection.
- Utilized strong critical thinking skills to make informed decisions regarding patient care in challenging situations.
- Interpreted patient needs, knowledge, growth, and development to construct a treatment plan.
- Supported personal care needs, shopping for groceries, and cleaning the house.
- Helped patients complete bathing, dressing and eating.
- Delivered emotional support to patients and families during challenging times.
- Coordinated patient transfers to other facilities.
- Assessed patients' temperature, pulse, and blood pressure and recorded in electronic medical records.
- Monitored patient health conditions to report changes to assigned physician.
LPN, Private Duty
3 Years 5 Months- Administered medications and treatments per physician orders, ensuring patient safety and comfort.
- Mentored new nursing staff, promoting best practices in patient care delivery.
- Provided emotional support to patients and families during difficult times, fostering a nurturing environment for healing.
- Conducted thorough assessments of patients'' vital signs and overall well-being, identifying potential issues early on for prompt intervention.
- Acted as an advocate for patients within the healthcare system when needed, ensuring they receive appropriate resources and support.
- Reduced hospital readmission rates by closely monitoring patients and promptly addressing any health concerns.
- Developed and maintained strong rapport with patients and families, earning their trust and confidence in the nursing care provided.
- Provided patient education on health care issues and prescribed medications.
- Helped long-term care residents with bathing, dressing, feeding, and other daily living activities.
- Monitored vital signs and documented changes to provide accurate patient assessments.
- Implemented infection control measures, enhancing overall safety in home environments.
- Evaluated patient responses to treatment plans, adjusting care strategies as necessary for improved outcomes.
- Enhanced patients'' quality of life by providing compassionate and empathetic private duty nursing services.
- Assisted patients with activities of daily living, promoting independence and dignity in their own homes.
- Managed wound care effectively, implementing appropriate treatments to promote healing and prevent infection.
- Utilized strong critical thinking skills to make informed decisions regarding patient care in challenging situations.
- Supported personal care needs, shopping for groceries, and cleaning the house.
- Helped patients complete bathing, dressing and eating.
- Coordinated patient transfers to other facilities.
- Assessed patients' temperature, pulse, and blood pressure and recorded in electronic medical records.
- Monitored patient health conditions to report changes to assigned physician.
Education
Bachelor of Science - Behavioral Sciences
Practical Nursing - Nursing
Skills
Medication administration
Vital signs monitoring
Patient assessments
Wound care
Infection control
Diabetes management
Catheter care
Breathing treatments
ADL assistance
End-of-life care
Pain management
HIPAA compliance
Compassionate care
Wound management
Certification
- Basic Life Support Training - 3/21/26-3/21/28
- [Practical nursing] License - 2006-present
Timeline
LPN, Private Duty
United Energy Workers
10.2020 - 04.2026Read More
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