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Lorraine Crawford

Nurse
Corona,CA

Summary

Experienced with patient care, medication administration, and health monitoring. Utilizes effective communication and teamwork to enhance patient outcomes and workflows. Knowledge of healthcare protocols and patient support techniques to ensure high-quality care.

Overview

26
26
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification

Work History

LVN or Healthcare Administration

Riverside Healthcare Center
11.2021 - 12.2024
  • Administered medications accurately and in a timely manner, ensuring proper treatment for various conditions.
  • Performed routine evaluations of each patient's status, needs, and preferences.
  • Monitored vital signs and assessed patients regularly, swiftly identifying any changes in condition and addressing concerns promptly.
  • Documented accurate and complete patient information to address patient problems and expected outcomes.
  • Promoted a positive work environment among nursing staff through collaboration, open communication, and support.
  • Provided high-quality wound care, reducing the risk of infection and promoting timely healing.
  • Managed time efficiently during busy shifts by multitasking effectively without compromising quality of care.
  • Mentored new LVN hires through the orientation process, sharing expertise to support their integration into the team successfully.
  • Managed patient care through closely monitoring respiration, blood pressure, and blood glucose levels.
  • Maintained thorough knowledge of emergency procedures, effectively responding to urgent situations when required.
  • Streamlined documentation processes by maintaining accurate medical records through electronic charting systems.
  • Demonstrated strong clinical judgment by assessing symptoms quickly and prioritizing appropriate interventions accordingly.

Psychiatric

Riverside Behavior Healthcare Center
11.2021 - 12.2024

Medical/Surgical

La Palma Intercommunity Hospital
04.2024 - 10.2024

Assisted patient on telemetry Medication administrated

  • Collaborated with interdisciplinary healthcare team to optimize care quality and continuity for medical-surgical patients.
  • Evaluated the effectiveness of implemented nursing interventions by closely monitoring patient progress and adjusting care plans accordingly.
  • Recognized early warning signs of deteriorating patient conditions, initiating rapid response measures to prevent further complications or emergencies.

LVN

Cal Care Home Health Nursing Agencies
08.2018 - 12.2019
  • From August 2018 to December 2019, I was involved in wound care, treatment of multiple wounds, and many differences in patient homes to follow up with the doctor’s orders.
  • Obtained patient vital signs and input/output measurements from inpatients.
  • Provided emotional support to patients and their families during difficult times, fostering trust and rapport with those under my care.

Kindred Hospital CA
12.2007 - 08.2018

Medical/Surgical

All-star Nursing Staffing Registry
05.2004 - 07.2010

LVN

Team Tenant Register
04.2003 - 06.2003

LVN

Coastal Community Hospital
04.2002 - 04.2003

Lifecare Center of Corona
02.1999 - 04.2002

LVN Telemetry Nurse

Kindred Hospital
12.2007 - 08.2018
  • Exhibited strong communication skills when collaborating with team members, fostering a positive work environment conducive to high-quality patient care.
  • Demonstrated proficiency with various telemetry equipment, ensuring reliable readings for informed decisionmaking.
  • Developed rapport with patients through active listening skills that facilitated open communication about concerns or questions related to their healthcare journey.
  • Provided compassionate nursing care to a diverse population of patients in the telemetry unit.

Education

Master Health Care Administration -

The University of Phoenix
01.2019

Bachelors - health care administration

The University of Phoenix
12.2012

Skills

  • Administering medication orally, intramuscularly & Giving treatments such as urinary catheterizations, bladder irrigations, suctioning procedures
  • Calling to Doctor Ordering Contacting doctor in emergency tracheostomy taking vital signs IV insertions are patient-focused with excellent interpersonal skills
  • Basic knowledge and experience with Microsoft Word, and Excel, and Ability to work effectively with individuals of diverse ethnic and cultural
  • Medication administration
  • Diabetes management
  • Wound care
  • Infection control
  • Patient observation
  • Vital signs monitoring
  • Catheter care
  • Patient intake
  • Elderly care
  • Tracheostomy care
  • Bedside manner
  • Oxygen therapy
  • Patient hygiene assistance
  • Patient mobility assistance
  • Direct patient care
  • Charting and documentation
  • Vital signs
  • ADL assistance
  • Breathing treatments
  • HIPAA compliance

Accomplishments

  • Achieved [Result] through effectively helping with [Task].
  • Achieved [Result] by completing [Task] with accuracy and efficiency.

Certification

  • LVN Nurse Licensure
  • IV Certification
  • California Board of Nursing, Issued May 1997
  • Basic Cardiac Life Support, First Aid, and CPR 10-22-2023 to 10-2025.
  • ACLS: Renewed from 10-22-2021 to 10-2025

Languages

English
Full Professional

Timeline

Medical/Surgical

La Palma Intercommunity Hospital
04.2024 - 10.2024

LVN or Healthcare Administration

Riverside Healthcare Center
11.2021 - 12.2024

Psychiatric

Riverside Behavior Healthcare Center
11.2021 - 12.2024

LVN

Cal Care Home Health Nursing Agencies
08.2018 - 12.2019

LVN Telemetry Nurse

Kindred Hospital
12.2007 - 08.2018

Kindred Hospital CA
12.2007 - 08.2018

Medical/Surgical

All-star Nursing Staffing Registry
05.2004 - 07.2010

LVN

Team Tenant Register
04.2003 - 06.2003

LVN

Coastal Community Hospital
04.2002 - 04.2003

Lifecare Center of Corona
02.1999 - 04.2002

Bachelors - health care administration

The University of Phoenix

Master Health Care Administration -

The University of Phoenix

Work Availability

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