Luanne Sales
Franklin Park,IL
Summary
Proven expertise in medication administration and compassionate care, honed across roles at DuPage County Convalescent Center and Wheaton Care Center. Excelled in improving patient outcomes and streamlining clinical processes, achieving a significant increase in patient satisfaction. Skilled in vital signs monitoring and geriatric care, demonstrating a commitment to excellence and patient well-being. Well-qualified medical professional with experience triaging patients, capturing information and completing basic procedures such as wound care. Excellent communication, prioritization and multitasking abilities with sound judgment and compassionate nature. Background in clinic and hospital environments.
Overview
17
17
years of professional experience
Work History
Cake Artist
Cakes by Ma (Self Employed)
06.2023 - Current
- Designed custom artwork for clients, meeting their creative vision and ensuring satisfaction with the final product.
- Utilized social media platforms proactively to promote personal brand awareness while engaging with potential clients or collaborators regularly.
- Generated increased commissions by effectively networking at pop up markets and social events, showcasing portfolio to potential clients.
- Successfully balanced multiple commissioned projects, delivering high-quality work within tight deadlines.
- Worked with clients to understand desired outcomes and requirements.
- Contributed to creative process through original ideas and inspiration.
- Developed unique artistic designs that garnered positive attention from clients, leading to increased sales and commissions.
Permanent Makeup Artist
Brows by Ma (Self- Employed)
01.2021 - 01.2024
- Maintained strict hygiene and safety standards during all procedures, promoting a clean and comfortable environment for clients.
- Supported salon operations by maintaining an inventory of necessary supplies and equipment.
- Performed corrective procedures to improve the appearance of previous permanent makeup applications.
- Stayed current on industry trends and advancements in techniques, ensuring cutting-edge services for clients.
- Attended professional development workshops to continuously refine my skills as a Permanent Makeup Artist.
- Streamlined appointment scheduling processes, maximizing efficiency within the salon workspace.
- Increased customer retention through exceptional attention to detail and personalized consultations.
- Guided clients in selecting appropriate pigment colors based on skin tone, personal style, and desired outcomes.
- Improved overall customer experience by creating a warm atmosphere that put clients at ease throughout the procedure process.
- Educated clients on proper aftercare procedures, reducing potential complications and enhancing long-term results.
Licensed Practical Nurse
DuPage County Convalescent Center
08.2008 - 09.2014
- Improved patient outcomes by administering medications, monitoring vital signs, and documenting relevant information.
- Assisted with admissions, appointments, transfers, and discharges.
- Collaborated with interdisciplinary healthcare teams to develop individualized care plans for patients and ensure continuous quality improvement in patient care delivery.
- Documented accurate and complete patient information to address patient problems and expected outcomes.
- Demonstrated excellent technical skills in wound dressing changes, catheter insertion, and other routine nursing procedures.
- Managed patient care through closely monitoring vital signs, including 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.
- 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.
- Evaluated patients to identify and address wounds, behavioral concerns, and medically relevant symptoms.
- Used aseptic techniques to provide sterilized wound care and dressing applications.
- Delivered updates in patient status to charge nurse, recording changes in medical records.
- Ensured regulatory compliance by adhering to infection control protocols and maintaining accurate documentation of patient data.
- Educated patients and caregivers on medical diagnoses, treatment options, chronic disease self-management and wound management.
- Answered incoming phone calls from patients to provide basic assistance and triage medical concerns.
- Streamlined medication administration processes, reducing wait times and increasing patient compliance.
- Coordinated with pharmacy staff to ensure accurate medication dispensing, minimizing errors.
Licensed Practical Nurse
Wheaton Care Center
05.2007 - 09.2008
- 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.
- Managed patient care through closely monitoring respiration, blood pressure, and blood glucose levels.
- Obtained patient vital signs and input/output measurements from inpatients.
Education
Certification - Licensed Practical Nurse
J Renee Career Facilitation
Crystal Lake02.2007
Skills
Medication Administration
Direct Patient Care
Vital signs monitoring
HIPAA Compliance
Wound Care
Compassionate Care
Physical Assessment
Clinical Documentation & Accuracy
Geriatric Care
Clinical judgment
Patient Care
Medication Dispensing
Languages
Tagalog
Native or Bilingual
English
Native or Bilingual
Timeline
Cake Artist
Cakes by Ma (Self Employed)
06.2023 - Current
Permanent Makeup Artist
Brows by Ma (Self- Employed)
01.2021 - 01.2024
Licensed Practical Nurse
DuPage County Convalescent Center
08.2008 - 09.2014
Licensed Practical Nurse
Wheaton Care Center
05.2007 - 09.2008
Certification - Licensed Practical Nurse
J Renee Career Facilitation
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