Lois Conner
Honoraville
Summary
Healthcare professional with 10 + years solid background in direct patient care and medical support. Proven ability to assist in various medical procedures and maintain accurate patient records. Known for effective teamwork and adaptability in dynamic healthcare environments, consistently delivering reliable and compassionate care.
Overview
11
11
years of professional experience
Work History
LPN Geriatric Psychiatric Nurse
Regional Medical Center
08.2024 - Current
- Administered medications and treatments as prescribed by healthcare providers.
- Monitored patient vital signs and reported changes to nursing staff.
- Assisted in patient hygiene and daily living activities to promote comfort.
- Collaborated with multidisciplinary teams to develop patient care plans.
- Documented patient progress in electronic health records, ensuring accurate and timely updates for continuity of care.
LPN Field Nurse
Enhabit Home Health and Hospice
04.2022 - 04.2023
- Administered medications and treatments according to physician orders and patient care plans.
- Monitored patient vital signs, documenting changes and reporting concerns to healthcare teams.
- Educated patients and families on health management, fostering understanding of care plans and treatments.
- Collaborated with interdisciplinary teams to develop comprehensive care strategies for diverse patient populations.
- Complied with applicable legal requirements for HIPAA and documentation standards.
- Administered effective nursing care to ill, injured, convalescent and disabled patients.
LPN Office Nurse (Multiple Clinics)
Troy Regional Medical Center
07.2020 - 04.2023
- Administered medications and treatments per physician orders, ensuring patient safety and compliance with protocols.
- Monitored vital signs and reported changes to nursing staff for timely interventions.
- Assisted in developing individualized care plans tailored to patient needs and recovery goals.
- Educated patients and families on health management, medication use, and post-discharge care strategies.
- Cared for wounds, provided treatments, and assisted with procedures.
- Assisted with admissions, appointments, transfers, and discharges.
- Gathered lab specimens, ordered testing, and interpreted results to diagnose patients.
- Used aseptic techniques to provide sterilized wound care and dressing applications.
- Answered incoming phone calls from patients to provide basic assistance and triage medical concerns.
- Minimized staff and patient infection risk by cleaning and disinfecting equipment instruments.
- Assisted in minor surgical procedures, enhancing patient comfort and supporting surgical team efficiency.
- Clearly and thoroughly explained diagnoses, treatment options and procedures to patients and loved ones, checking in to verify understanding.
- Implemented infection control protocols within the office setting, maintaining a safe environment for both staff and patients.
- Organized clinical supplies inventory, reducing waste and ensuring adequate stock for essential items.
- Managed various general office duties such as answering multiple telephone lines, fax machines, copier machines.
- Completed paperwork and prior authorizations and scheduled appointments for patients.
- Participated in continuing education opportunities related to nursing best practices.
- Prepared and administered vaccines and medications, collected specimens and performed other patient care tasks to assist physician with examinations and procedures.
LPN Dialysis Nurse
DCI Inc
08.2014 - 01.2020
- Administered medications and treatments according to physician orders and established protocols.
- Monitored patients' vital signs, reporting changes to nursing staff for timely interventions.
- Documented accurate and complete patient information to address patient problems and expected outcomes.
- Demonstrated excellent technical skills in wound dressing changes, IV therapy administration, catheter insertion, and other routine nursing procedures.
- Offered immediate assistance in emergency and routine paging situations to evaluate needs and deliver care.
- Monitored patient reactions to medications and treatments, quickly addressing adverse reactions.
- Administered dialysis treatments to patients, ensuring safety and comfort throughout procedures.
- Contributed to the overall success of the dialysis center by consistently demonstrating strong clinical skills, effective communication, and dedication to delivering exceptional patient care.
- Followed all personal and health data procedures to effectively comply with HIPAA laws and prevent information breaches.
- Used aseptic techniques to provide sterilized wound care and dressing applications.
- Educated patients and families on health management, promoting adherence to treatment plans.
Education
Certificate of Technical Studies - LPN Nursing
George C Wallace Community College
Dothan, AL12-2012
No Degree - General Studies
Greenville High School
Greenville, AL05-1983
GED -
LBW
Andalusia, AL04-1983
Skills
- Medication administration
- Direct patient care
- Vital signs monitoring
- HIPAA compliance
- Wound care
- Clinical documentation
- Geriatric care
- Vital signs
- Patient care
- Documentation accuracy
- Medication dispensing
- Immunization administration
- Infection control
- Family communication
- Catheter care
- EMR / EHR
- Emergency response
- ADL assistance
- Inpatient care
- Mental health support
- Home health care
- Verbal and written communication
- Medication reconciliation
- MSL licensed practical nurse
- Samples collection
- Caring for wounds
- Psychotropic medications
- Documenting incidents
- Licensed practical nurse
- HIPAA protocols
- Charting and recording
- Adaptable and flexible
- Dementia knowledge and care
- Specimen collection
- Patient support
- Certified in CPR/AED
- Attention to detail
- Responsible and dependable
Timeline
LPN Geriatric Psychiatric Nurse
Regional Medical Center
08.2024 - Current
LPN Field Nurse
Enhabit Home Health and Hospice
04.2022 - 04.2023
LPN Office Nurse (Multiple Clinics)
Troy Regional Medical Center
07.2020 - 04.2023
LPN Dialysis Nurse
DCI Inc
08.2014 - 01.2020
Certificate of Technical Studies - LPN Nursing
George C Wallace Community College
No Degree - General Studies
Greenville High School
GED -
LBW