Luke Bristol
El Paso,TX
Summary
Experienced LPN with exceptional leadership, administrative and problem-solving abilities. Well-organized and forward-thinking with a good understanding of nursing procedures, unparalleled clinical skills and a strong background with critical (acute) and chronic patients. Valid Texas Board of Nursing license with Licensed Vocational Nurse and Basic Life Saver (BLS) certification.
Overview
5
5
years of professional experience
Work History
LVN
Cimarron Nursing Home
01.2023 - 09.2023
- Documented accurate and complete patient information to address patient problems and expected outcomes.
- Assisted with feeding and monitored intake to help patients achieve nutritional objectives.
- Managed patient care through closely monitoring respiration, blood pressure, and blood glucose levels.
- Performed routine evaluations of each patient's status, needs, and preferences.
LVN
Regent Care Center
01.2022 - 01.2023
- Long term care, Skilled Nursing Care, Rehabilitative Care, Medications/Narcotic: requisition, handling, inventory and passing., Wound Care
- Documented accurate and complete patient information to address patient problems and expected outcomes.
- Assisted with feeding and monitored intake to help patients achieve nutritional objectives.
- Managed patient care through closely monitoring respiration, blood pressure, and blood glucose levels.
- Performed routine evaluations of each patient's status, needs, and preferences.
- Obtained patient vital signs and input/output measurements from inpatients.
- Administered controlled narcotics, inserted IVs, and performed catheterizations.
Medical NCO
US ARMY
10.2019 - 08.2021
- Performed both emergency and routine medical procedures in high-pressure environments., Trained in combat, life savings techniques and conducting physical exams., Maintained functionality and organization of medical treatment areas and provisions, including equipment maintenance and team leadership., Performed medical duties for preventive and unscheduled care, including lab work, x-rays, phlebotomy and IV fluid administration., Performed preliminary exams to determine diagnosis and provide medical treatment., Managed logistics to ensure all injuries and illnesses were efficiently addressed, including arranging transport to other care facilities., Supervised preventive medicine programs and supervised air, water, food and habitability standards., Monitored patients' condition and progress, reevaluating treatments as necessary
- Evaluated patient conditions, progress and treatment success to make changes and adapt treatment plans., Adhered to facility and legal standards for daily operations and medication room management., Set up staff schedules and assigned specific work based on department needs and individual strengths., Assisted with development, optimization and management of nursing standards and policies., Assessed performance of individual nurses and developed improvement plans for struggling or deficient personnel., Administered medications and immunizations., Created and maintained facility documents and records, maintaining accuracy while managing sensitive data., Collaborated with multi-disciplinary staff to improve overall patient care and response times., Communicated with patients with compassion while keeping medical information private., Resolved conflicts promptly among physicians, nurses and other healthcare employees to keep workflows on task., Led and motivated 16 employees through supervision, training and coaching on duties and daily operational activities., Reviewed and assessed staff processes, reducing hazards posed for residents and staff while promoting regulatory compliance., Collaborated with Quality Team to develop outcomes statistics
Licensed Practical Nurse
US Army
10.2018 - 10.2019
- Collected and documented vital signs to track current patient conditions., Monitored patient's respiration activity, blood pressure and blood glucose levels in response to medical administration., Communicated concerns regarding clients' status, care and environment to nursing supervisors, clinical care supervisors and case managers., Documented patient intake and dietary requirements and aided with feeding and monitoring., Answered patient and family questions to educate on optimal treatment procedures., Responded to patient alarms and needs-assessment requests to identify the course of treatment., Promoted patient satisfaction by assisting with daily living needs such as bathing, dressing, toileting and exercising., Followed rehabilitation and treatment care plans to accelerate patient recovery, minimize pain and optimize patient outcomes., Assisted physicians with examinations and patient scans during diagnostic processes., Prevented drug interactions and contributed to correct diagnosis by recording patient health information, monitoring vitals and updating patient files., Collected biological specimens and packaged for laboratory transport to complete diagnostic tests., Examined and addressed lacerations, contusions and physical symptoms to assess and prioritize need for further attention., Used sterile techniques to prepare patients for procedures., Triaged patients by phone and provided general assistance for basic and advanced needs., Charted changes in patient conditions and discussed concerns with supervising healthcare providers., Addressed patient care needs, collected vitals, dressed wounds and managed catheters., Cared for patients' acute and chronic wounds by changing dressings and applying medicated compounds., Observed strict confidentiality and safeguarded all patient-related information., Answered patient calls, identified issues and determined how best to provide assistance within parameters established by the facility and supervisor., Inserted, cared for and removed patients' catheters and monitored fluid output., Monitored infection control procedures to verify facility-wide health and safety., Assisted with patients' nutritional needs by setting up self-feeding assistance or directly feeding individuals with severely limited mobility., Evaluated patient care procedural changes for effectiveness and made necessary adjustments., Managed patients' hygiene with comprehensive care for toileting, bathing and grooming needs., Directed implementation of improved patient care and documentation methods and procedures to achieve quality objectives., Kept EHR updated with patients' vital statistics, tracking metrics and observations about behaviors or responses., Collected biological samples for routine laboratory testing to assist diagnostic processes.
Education
ASSOCIATE OF SCIENCE IN PRACTICAL NURSING -
ARMY PRACTICAL NURSE COURSE
FORT SAM HOUSTON, TX10.2018
Skills
- Regulatory compliance
- Lab specimen collection
- IV insertion
- Hospital staff support
- Vital signs assessment
- Blood collection
- Patient safety
- Records maintenance
- Acute and rehabilitative care
- Healthcare delivery
- Schedule management
- Records management
- Personnel management
- Quality assurance controls
- Staff supervision
- Facility oversight
- Regulatory requirements
- Health information systems
- Health Education
- Pulse Oximetry Tracking
- Physical Assessment
- Family Communication
Awards
Led team to achieve care and management of response to COVID-19, earning recognition from upper management and military award.
Timeline
LVN
Cimarron Nursing Home
01.2023 - 09.2023
LVN
Regent Care Center
01.2022 - 01.2023
Medical NCO
US ARMY
10.2019 - 08.2021
Licensed Practical Nurse
US Army
10.2018 - 10.2019
ASSOCIATE OF SCIENCE IN PRACTICAL NURSING -
ARMY PRACTICAL NURSE COURSE
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