Loren Wheeler
Granbury,TX
Summary
Accomplished RN with a proven track record in the continuative care and rehabilitation of geriatric patients and showcasing expertise in clinical judgment and a deep sense of compassion. Excelled in reducing medication errors, enhancing patient recovery times, and mentoring new staff, significantly improving retention rates. Skilled in Basic Life Support and discharge planning, contributing to superior patient care and outcomes in the senior population.
Overview
6
6
years of professional experience
Work History
RN-PRN
Fort Worth Wellness
08.2021 - 09.2023
- Trained new nurses in proper techniques, care standards, operational procedures, and safety protocols.
- Collaborated with interdisciplinary teams for comprehensive patient care plans, resulting in better health outcomes.
- Mentored new nursing staff, contributing to a supportive work environment and improved retention rates.
- Administered medications accurately and safely, reducing medication errors and adverse reactions.
- Coordinated discharge planning efforts with social workers, case managers, and other multidisciplinary team members for smooth transitions posthospitalization.
RN-PRN
Granbury Villa Rehab and Nursing
06.2022 - 02.2023
- Collaborated with interdisciplinary teams for comprehensive patient care plans, resulting in better health outcomes.
- Utilized advanced clinical skills such as wound care management or IV therapy administration, leading to faster recovery times for patients treated under my supervision.
- Administered medications accurately and safely, reducing medication errors and adverse reactions.
- Coordinated discharge planning efforts with social workers, case managers, and other multidisciplinary team members for smooth transitions posthospitalization.
- Advised patients and caregivers of proper wound management, discharge plan objectives, safe medication use, and disease management.
- Implemented care plans for patient treatment after assessing physician medical regimens.
- Managed patients recovering from medical or surgical procedures.
- Implemented infection control measures within the unit, maintaining a safe environment for both patients and staff members.
- Enhanced patient satisfaction through effective communication, empathy, and timely response to their needs.
RN-Agency
ATC Healthcare
07.2021 - 02.2023
- Utilized advanced clinical skills such as wound care management or IV therapy administration, leading to faster recovery times for patients treated under my supervision.
- Collaborated with interdisciplinary teams for comprehensive patient care plans, resulting in better health outcomes.
- Administered medications accurately and safely, reducing medication errors and adverse reactions.
- Monitored patient reactions after administering medications and IV therapies.
- Implemented infection control measures within the unit, maintaining a safe environment for both patients and staff members.
- Communicated with healthcare team members to plan, implement and enhance treatment strategies.
LVN Floor Nurse- PRN
Trinity Mission Health and Rehabilitation
02.2020 - 03.2020
- Communicated effectively with patients and family members to convey important instructions and discuss treatments.
- Collaborated with healthcare team members to assess, implement and evaluate nursing care plans.
- Acted as a liaison between patients, families, and healthcare providers to facilitate open communication and ensure all parties were informed of critical care decisions.
- Promoted continuity of care through seamless handovers during shift changes by updating colleagues on pertinent patient information and status updates.
LVN
Weatherford Healthcare Center
09.2017 - 12.2018
- Enhanced patient care by providing compassionate and individualized attention, leading to improved health outcomes.
- Collaborated with interdisciplinary team of healthcare and social service providers to address patients' needs through effective intervention and care planning.
- Documented accurate and complete patient information to address patient problems and expected outcomes.
- Performed routine evaluations of each patient's status, needs, and preferences.
Education
Associates Degree - Nursing
Weatherford College
Weatherford, TX05.2021
Vocational Nursing - Nursing Administration
Weatherford College
Weatherford, OK05.2017
Skills
- Basic Life Support
- Clinical judgment
- Compassion and Empathy
- Discharge Planning
Timeline
RN-PRN
Granbury Villa Rehab and Nursing
06.2022 - 02.2023
RN-PRN
Fort Worth Wellness
08.2021 - 09.2023
RN-Agency
ATC Healthcare
07.2021 - 02.2023
LVN Floor Nurse- PRN
Trinity Mission Health and Rehabilitation
02.2020 - 03.2020
LVN
Weatherford Healthcare Center
09.2017 - 12.2018
Associates Degree - Nursing
Weatherford College
Vocational Nursing - Nursing Administration
Weatherford College
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