Lucy Mitchell, LPN
Statesville,NC
Summary
Experienced LPN licensed in NC with strong clinical and people skills. Excellent work ethics. Dedicated to patients and their families. Seeking a position in a facility that diagnoses and manages both common and complex medical conditions in patients.
Overview
20
20
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
LPN
Mcleod Center's Wellbeing
Hickory, NC
09.2022 - Current
- Assisted physicians with patient care by taking vital signs, and performing other nursing duties.
- Provided direct physical and emotional support to patients and their families.
- Performed routine laboratory tests including urinalysis, blood glucose monitoring and others.
- Maintained accurate medical records of each patient's health condition.
- Observed patients for any changes in their condition or behavior, reported findings to the supervisor or physician in charge.
- Managed inventory levels of medical supplies within the unit ensuring adequate stock is always available.
- Interviewed patients to obtain medical history.
LPN
Conover Nursing And Rehabilitation Center
Conover, NC, NC
09.2021 - 09.2022
- Assisted physicians with patient care by taking vital signs, administering injections and performing other nursing duties.
- Provided direct physical and emotional support to patients and their families.
- Performed routine laboratory tests including urinalysis, blood glucose monitoring and others.
- Maintained accurate medical records of each patient's health condition.
- Ensured that all medications were administered accurately and on time as prescribed by the physician.
- Coordinated with interdisciplinary team members such as doctors, nurses and social workers to ensure quality patient care was provided.
- Monitored patient progress during treatments or procedures, reporting any abnormalities to the healthcare team immediately.
- Provided emotional support during difficult times such as end-of-life decisions or family disputes over treatment options.
- Performed wound care including changing dressings, cleaning wounds, applying ointments and medications and providing other necessary treatments.
- Prepared equipment for use during treatments such as setting up IV lines or placing catheters correctly according to hospital policies.
LPN Triage
Metrolina Neurological Associates
Huntersville, NC
06.2021 - 09.2021
- Provided direct physical and emotional support to patients and their families.
- Maintained accurate medical records of each patient's health condition.
- Instructed patients and their families about disease prevention, proper nutrition, medication management and other health related topics.
- Observed patients for any changes in their condition or behaviour, reported findings to the supervisor or physician in charge.
- Assessed patient needs through interviews and physical examinations while adhering to safety standards.
- Provided emotional support during difficult times such as end-of-life decisions or family disputes over treatment options.
- Managed inventory levels of medical supplies within the unit ensuring adequate stock is always available.
- Collaborated with multidisciplinary teams to develop long term goals for patients who require ongoing treatment.
- Administered medications orally, intravenously or intramuscularly depending on the prescription given by the doctor.
- Answered patient and family questions to educate on optimal treatment procedures.
LPN
West Iredell Dialysis Center
Statesville West, NC
09.2004 - 06.2021
- Assessed need for, ordered, obtained and interpreted appropriate lab tests
- Counseled and educated patients staff and families about health issues and wellness for the kidneys
- Give medications, IV,PO, IM, EKG's, TB test, draw labs, glucose checks and vital signs
- Order labs and medications from physicians for patients and follow orders given by physicians
- Central venous perm catheter care
- Cannulation and machine checks.
- Educated staff members regarding infection control protocols or best practices when caring for a particular type of illness or injury.
- Used sterile techniques to prepare patients for procedures.
- Prevented drug interactions and contributed to correct diagnosis by recording patient health information, monitoring vitals and updating patient files.
Charge Nurse
Autumn Care Nursing and Rehab
Statesville, NC
07.2013 - 02.2015
- Performed lab tests and communicated results
- Charge nurse for rehab and private pay floor
- Oversaw 24 patients including CNA'S
- Administered medications PO, IV, IM, thru peg tube
- Catheter care
- Lab draws
- Pic lines, tub feeding, and contious tub feeding pumps
- Wound care
- Self-directed with astute judgment skills
- High level of personal accountability.
Education
LPN -
ECPI
01.2009
GED -
Mitchell Community College
01.2004
Skills
- Patient counseling
- Compassionate Care
- Hospice care experience
- Patient/family focused
- Family planning services education
- Accomplished in dialysis
- Qualified drawing labs
- Qualified with IV, PO, EKG's, test
- Emergency Response
- Staff Supervision
- Inpatient Care
- Medical Records Management
- Immunization Administration
- Multi-tasking and prioritization
Certification
- LPN certified Licenses 72008
- CPR certified current
- CNA current
Timeline
LPN
Mcleod Center's Wellbeing
09.2022 - Current
LPN
Conover Nursing And Rehabilitation Center
09.2021 - 09.2022
LPN Triage
Metrolina Neurological Associates
06.2021 - 09.2021
Charge Nurse
Autumn Care Nursing and Rehab
07.2013 - 02.2015
LPN
West Iredell Dialysis Center
09.2004 - 06.2021
LPN -
ECPI
GED -
Mitchell Community College
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