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Lisa Williams

Canton,OH

Summary

Self-motivated, decisive healthcare professional with proven bedside manner, clinical skills and diagnostic support experience. Manage and document current conditions to effectively support patients and work within a multidisciplinary healthcare team to enhance outcomes. Specializing in subacute care, LTC, corrections, and crisis intervention.

Overview

14
14
years of professional experience

Work History

LPN Charge Nurse

Coleman services
Canton, OH
06.2024 - Current
  • Monitored patient safety and well-being by administering medications, providing care plans, and responding to crisis situations.
  • Coordinated with interdisciplinary teams to provide comprehensive psychiatric care and ensure continuity of services.
  • Assessed patient risk levels for suicide or self-harm behaviors and implemented interventions as needed.
  • Maintained medical records in accordance with HIPAA guidelines while ensuring accuracy of information entered into the system.
  • Collaborated with psychiatrists to develop medication protocols that provided optimal patient outcomes.
  • Performed rounds at least twice daily to monitor patient behavior and physical health conditions.
  • Educated patients about mental health conditions, symptoms management techniques, lifestyle modifications, and available resources for support.
  • Conducted discharge planning activities that included arranging follow-up appointments with primary care providers or specialists.
  • Provided emotional support for patients during times of distress or crisis.
  • Helped patients and families feel comfortable during challenging and stressful situations, promoting recovery and reducing compliance issues.
  • Assessed patient conditions, monitored behaviors and updated supervising physicians with observations and concerns.
  • Observed strict safety measures, including checking medication dosages before administration to patients.
  • Stocked clinical workstations and procedure rooms with necessary supplies.
  • Coordinated discharge planning to ensure continuity of care post-hospitalization.

LPN Charge Nurse

Copley Health Center
Copley, OH
03.2024 - Current
  • Assessed patients' health conditions and monitored changes in their condition.
  • Provided patient care plans, treatments, and medications according to physicians' orders.
  • Maintained accurate medical records and updated them regularly.
  • Ensured all safety protocols were followed during patient care.
  • Performed routine checks on equipment used for patient care.
  • Communicated effectively with patients, families, colleagues, and other healthcare professionals.
  • Identified potential problems or risks that could affect patient outcomes.
  • Responded promptly to emergency situations as needed.
  • Monitored medication administration for accuracy, compliance, and effectiveness of treatment plan.
  • Collaborated with multidisciplinary teams to coordinate effective patient care delivery systems.
  • Reviewed lab results and made appropriate recommendations for further testing or treatment.
  • Evaluated patient responses to treatments and interventions and documented progress notes accordingly.
  • Educated patients about their diagnoses and treatments while providing emotional support.
  • Observed and reported changes in condition of patients and signs and symptoms of deviations from normal health status.
  • Administered medications in accordance with policies and legal limitations.
  • Addressed patient care needs, collected vitals, dressed wounds and managed catheters.

Correctional Nurse

Richland county jail
Mansfield, OH
08.2023 - Current
  • Assessed and monitored inmates' physical, psychological, and medical health conditions.
  • Provided nursing care to inmates with acute and chronic illnesses including diabetes, hypertension, HIV and AIDS, mental health disorders.
  • Administered medications as prescribed by physicians and documented medication administration in accordance with policy.
  • Evaluated inmates for suicidal ideation or other mental health concerns; referred to appropriate healthcare professionals when indicated.
  • Performed medical rounds on a daily basis to assess the overall condition of inmates.
  • Identified changes in an inmate's condition and reported them to the physician or nurse practitioner immediately.
  • Maintained accurate records of patient care services rendered in compliance with facility policies and procedures.

LPN Charge Nurse

Centerburg Pointe
Centerburg, OH
10.2022 - 11.2023
  • Assessed patients' health conditions and monitored changes in their condition.
  • Provided patient care plans, treatments, and medications according to physicians' orders.
  • Maintained accurate medical records and updated them regularly.
  • Ensured all safety protocols were followed during patient care.
  • Performed routine checks on equipment used for patient care.
  • Communicated effectively with patients, families, colleagues, and other healthcare professionals.
  • Coordinated shift schedules and assigned duties to LPNs and CNAs based on qualifications.
  • Identified potential problems or risks that could affect patient outcomes.
  • Responded promptly to emergency situations as needed.
  • Monitored medication administration for accuracy, compliance, and effectiveness of treatment plan.

Correctional Nurse

Wayne County Jail
Wooster, OH
05.2023 - 08.2023
  • Assessed and monitored inmates' physical, psychological, and medical health conditions.
  • Administered medications as prescribed by physicians and documented medication administration in accordance with policy.
  • Provided nursing care to inmates with acute and chronic illnesses including diabetes, hypertension, HIV and AIDS, mental health disorders.
  • Evaluated inmates for suicidal ideation or other mental health concerns; referred to appropriate healthcare professionals when indicated.
  • Performed medical rounds on a daily basis to assess the overall condition of inmates.
  • Identified changes in an inmate's condition and reported them to the physician or nurse practitioner immediately.
  • Ensured that all required documentation was completed accurately within established timeframes according to facility policy.

Correctional Nurse

Delaware county jail
Delaware, OH
02.2023 - 05.2023
  • Assessed and monitored inmates' physical, psychological, and medical health conditions.
  • Provided nursing care to inmates with acute and chronic illnesses including diabetes, hypertension, HIV and AIDS, mental health disorders.
  • Administered medications as prescribed by physicians and documented medication administration in accordance with policy.
  • Evaluated inmates for suicidal ideation or other mental health concerns; referred to appropriate healthcare professionals when indicated.
  • Performed medical rounds on a daily basis to assess the overall condition of inmates.
  • Identified changes in an inmate's condition and reported them to the physician or nurse practitioner immediately.
  • Maintained accurate records of patient care services rendered in compliance with facility policies and procedures.

LPN Charge Nurse

Mentor Ridge
Mentor , OH
11.2022 - 01.2023
  • Assessed patients' health conditions and monitored changes in their condition.
  • Provided patient care plans, treatments, and medications according to physicians' orders.
  • Maintained accurate medical records and updated them regularly.
  • Ensured all safety protocols were followed during patient care.
  • Performed routine checks on equipment used for patient care.
  • Communicated effectively with patients, families, colleagues, and other healthcare professionals.
  • Coordinated shift schedules and assigned duties to LPNs and CNAs based on qualifications.
  • Identified potential problems or risks that could affect patient outcomes.
  • Responded promptly to emergency situations as needed.

LPN Floor Nurse

Delaware County Jail
Delaware, OH
07.2022 - 10.2022
  • Maintained staff safety during prisoner treatments by observing all security procedures and regulations.
  • Identified issues related to mental health conditions and recommended specific therapies for patients.
  • Cared for prisoners suffering from contagious illnesses or conditions, including influenza, lice and gastrointestinal bugs.
  • Responded to emergency situations with speed, expertise and level-headed approaches to provide optimal care, support and life-saving interventions.
  • Assessed patient conditions, monitored behaviors and updated supervising physicians with observations and concerns.
  • Maintained strict patient data procedures to comply with HIPAA laws and prevent information breaches.
  • Advocated for patient needs with interdisciplinary team and implemented outlined treatment plans.
  • Observed strict safety measures, including checking medication dosages before administration to patients.
  • Utilized computerized Resource and Patient Management System (RPMS) and Electronic Health Record (EHR) system.
  • Stocked clinical workstations and procedure rooms with necessary supplies.

LPN Charge Nurse

Meadows of Cadiz
Cadiz, OH
03.2022 - 07.2022
  • Established direct lines of communication between nursing staff and other interested departments, supporting patient care with collaboration between personnel with complementary specialties.
  • Took patients' blood pressure, temperature and pulse and documented height and weight.
  • Charted changes in patient conditions and discussed concerns with supervising healthcare provider.
  • Addressed patient care needs, collected vitals, dressed wounds and managed catheters.
  • Monitored patients' condition and progress, reevaluating treatments as necessary.
  • Evaluated patient conditions, progress and treatment success to make changes and adapt treatment plans.
  • Adhered to facility and legal standards for daily operations and medication room management.
  • Directed medication administration and oversaw patient care.

LPN Charge Nurse

Kirtland Rehabilitation and Care
Kirtland , OH
11.2021 - 03.2022
  • Charted changes in patient conditions and discussed concerns with supervising healthcare provider.
  • Addressed patient care needs, collected vitals, dressed wounds and managed catheters.
  • Took patients' blood pressure, temperature and pulse and documented height and weight.
  • Directed medication administration and oversaw patient care.
  • Monitored patients' condition and progress, reevaluating treatments as necessary.
  • Evaluated patient conditions, progress and treatment success to make changes and adapt treatment plans.

LPN Charge Nurse

ProMedica skilled nursing and Rehab
Marietta, OH
03.2021 - 11.2021
  • Administered medications and therapies in accordance with physicians orders.
  • Guaranteed exceptional care quality by correctly administering medication, inserting and caring for catheters, dressing and changing wounds and assisting with personal hygiene.
  • Worked with healthcare team, including social workers, physical therapists and speech therapists, to assess patient needs, plan and adjust plans of care and actualize nursing interventions to promote and restore patient health.
  • Documented patient medical histories, current symptoms and vitals.
  • Administered prescribed medications and started intravenous fluids to address patient symptoms and underlying etiologies.
  • Monitored infection control procedures to verify facility-wide health and safety.
  • Collected biological samples for routine laboratory testing to assist diagnostic processes.
  • Provided pre- and post-operative nursing care.

LPN Charge Nurse

Kingston of Ashland
Ashland, OH
12.2020 - 03.2021
  • Assessed and assisted patients with diverse range and comorbid chronic diagnoses, including chronic obstructive pulmonary disease (COPD), asthma, congestive heart failure (CHF), cerebrovascular accidents (CVA), diabetes, and sepsis.
  • Utilized Situation-Background-Assessment-Recommendation (SBAR) and electronic health records to document treatments and patient status observations.
  • Administered prescribed medications and started intravenous fluids to address patient symptoms and underlying etiologies.
  • Facilitated patient admission, transfer and discharge processes.

LPN Charge Nurse

Corecivic Inc.
Youngstown, OH
08.2020 - 11.2020
  • Assessed prisoners suffering injuries through falls, stabbings or other means and stabilized each prior to transport to nearest medical facility.
  • Identified issues related to mental health conditions and recommended specific therapies for patients.
  • Coordinated care with physicians and other clinical staff to prepare for treatment, carry out interventions and enhance continuum of care to deliver comprehensive services.

LPN Charge Nurse

Laurels of Massillon acute care and Rehabilitation
Massillon, OH
06.2010 - 08.2020

Medication administration ( per physician orders ) including but not limited to oral , IM , IV , subcutaneous, transdermal . Use of electronic charting system . Wound care including but not limited to dressing changes , negative pressure wound therapy ( wound vac) staging and measuring of wounds . Starting and maintaining peripheral IV lines . Monitoring blood glucose levels ( using protocol for hypo & hyperglycemia ) . Communicating with physicians and advance practitioners along with updating family or approved contact of new orders , changes , or any other required communication.

Education

Associate of Science - Nursing

Ross College
Canton, OH
04-2026

Diploma - Nursing

Brown Mackie North Canton
North Canton, OH
02.2010

Skills

  • Self motivated
  • Great oral communication skills
  • Works well with others
  • Task oriented
  • Dependable
  • Ensures highest quality customer care and service
  • Works well in group setting or independently
  • Patient assessments
  • Drawing blood
  • Sharps disposal

Timeline

LPN Charge Nurse

Coleman services
06.2024 - Current

LPN Charge Nurse

Copley Health Center
03.2024 - Current

Correctional Nurse

Richland county jail
08.2023 - Current

Correctional Nurse

Wayne County Jail
05.2023 - 08.2023

Correctional Nurse

Delaware county jail
02.2023 - 05.2023

LPN Charge Nurse

Mentor Ridge
11.2022 - 01.2023

LPN Charge Nurse

Centerburg Pointe
10.2022 - 11.2023

LPN Floor Nurse

Delaware County Jail
07.2022 - 10.2022

LPN Charge Nurse

Meadows of Cadiz
03.2022 - 07.2022

LPN Charge Nurse

Kirtland Rehabilitation and Care
11.2021 - 03.2022

LPN Charge Nurse

ProMedica skilled nursing and Rehab
03.2021 - 11.2021

LPN Charge Nurse

Kingston of Ashland
12.2020 - 03.2021

LPN Charge Nurse

Corecivic Inc.
08.2020 - 11.2020

LPN Charge Nurse

Laurels of Massillon acute care and Rehabilitation
06.2010 - 08.2020

Diploma - Nursing

Brown Mackie North Canton

Associate of Science - Nursing

Ross College
Lisa Williams