LORI KEEHNER

• Performed accurate documentation of patient assessments, interventions, and outcomes in compliance with regulatory standards.
• Administered medications via oral, IV, and intramuscular injections and monitored responses.
• Performed routine wound care and dressing changes on schedule.
• Promoted a safe and comfortable healing environment by addressing patient concerns promptly and professionally.
• Remained calm during high-stress, critical situations, demonstrating sustained focus and problem-solving in real-time.
• Collaborated with interdisciplinary teams for optimized patient treatment plans and outcomes.
• Provided emotional support to patients'' family members during critical incidents, strengthening overall trust in the healthcare team.
• Streamlined communication between patients, families, and healthcare providers to ensure comprehensive understanding of care plans.

Evaluated patient histories, complaints, and current symptoms.

Experienced in MDS assessments and sections

Work with ancillary staff to coordinate and schedule speciality physicians

Worked closely with psychiatry nurse practitioner to ensure the mental health of patients

Responsible to work with physician to discharge patients and ensure home healthcare and DME availability in a timely manner.

Responsible for maintaining personal needs accounts of patients to comply with Medicaid standards.

Responsible for ordering healthcare supplies for facility.

• Improved patient outcomes by administering medications, monitoring vital signs, and documenting relevant information.
• Cared for wounds, provided treatments, and assisted with procedures.
• Assisted with admissions, appointments, transfers, and discharges.
• Collaborated with interdisciplinary healthcare teams to ensure continuous quality improvement in patient care delivery.
• Documented accurate and complete patient information to address patient problems and expected outcomes.
• Managed patient care through closely monitoring respiration, blood pressure, and blood glucose levels.
• Facilitated efficient communication between patients, families, and healthcare providers to promote continuity of care across settings.
• Managed time-sensitive tasks effectively under pressure while maintaining composure during critical situations or emergencies.
• Obtained patient vital signs and input/output measurements from inpatients.
• Performed routine evaluations of each patient's status, needs, and preferences.
• Adapted quickly to changing patient needs, adjusting care plans accordingly to ensure optimal outcomes in diverse clinical scenarios.
• Comforted and counseled patients and families throughout care process.
• Provided compassionate palliative care for terminally ill patients while supporting their emotional needs during end-of-life stages.
• Mentored new nursing staff to enhance professional development opportunities within the team dynamic.