Lynn Crawford Lvn
Tyler,TX
Summary
Dedicated Charge Licensed Practical Nurse offering 12-year background managing nursing staff, delegating assignments and assessing patient conditions. Expertise in progress monitoring, plan implementation and history taking. Certified in NURSING and [VOCATIONAL NURSING. Devoted to service excellence in patient care and patient advocacy.
Overview
5
5
years of professional experience
Work History
LVN Charge Nurse
Providence Park Health &Rehab
07.2023 - Current
- Oversaw patient conditions, administered medicine, performed interventions and took detailed records.
- Promoted continuity of care by maintaining comprehensive medical records and updating physicians on significant changes in patients'' conditions.
- Worked with multidisciplinary team to carry out successful treatment plans for diverse acute and chronic conditions.
- Championed infection control practices within the unit by strictly adhering to guidelines and educating staff on proper procedures.
- Cultivated strong working relationships with physicians by maintaining open communication, providing timely updates on patients'' status, and actively participating in care coordination efforts.
- Took samples to complete diagnostic and routine assessment tests.
- Facilitated smooth transitions between shifts through efficient handoff reports that highlighted critical information for incoming nurses.
- Promoted a culture of teamwork and collaboration among nursing staff by encouraging the sharing of best practices, learning from one another''s experiences, and supporting each other in challenging situations.
- Fostered a positive work environment through mentorship, offering constructive feedback, and recognizing the achievements of fellow nurses.
- Responded to patient requests with appropriate clinical and personal assistance.
- Managed patient caseloads effectively by prioritizing needs, delegating tasks appropriately, and collaborating with healthcare professionals.
- Bolstered patient safety through consistent implementation of fall prevention measures such as bed alarms, hourly rounding, and mobility assistance.
- Increased patient satisfaction scores by actively listening to patients'' needs, providing compassionate care, and addressing concerns promptly.
- Protected patients and healthcare team members from infection by sterilizing equipment and reusable supplies.
Unit Manager
The Center At Grande
05.2021 - 07.2023
- Ensured compliance with regulations and standards through regular audits, staff education, and policy updates.
- Resolved conflicts among team members quickly to maintain a positive working environment conducive for continued excellence in patient care.
- Oversaw RNs, LPNs, nursing aides, medical clerks and support staff and performed staffing scheduling duties.
- Mentored new hires during orientation periods for seamless integration into the team while maintaining high-quality patient care standards.
- Addressed clinical issues promptly to reduce risks associated with patient care or operational inefficiencies in the unit.
- Assisted in development and implementation of policies, procedures, and regulations for unit operations.
- Developed strong working relationships with physicians, nurses, therapists, and ancillary staff for cohesive unit functioning.
- Maintained accurate documentation of patient care activities, staff schedules, and unit metrics for transparency and efficient reporting.
- Facilitated interdepartmental collaboration through effective communication and coordination of patient care plans.
- Promoted a culture of safety within the unit by enforcing strict adherence to protocols, guidelines, and infection control measures.
- Handled complaints from patients and families and immediately took steps for quick resolution and to prevent reoccurrence.
- Streamlined daily operations for increased productivity by delegating tasks and supervising nursing staff.
- Enhanced patient care by implementing efficient unit management processes and coordinating interdisciplinary teams.
LVN Charge Nurse
Watkins Logan
05.2019 - 05.2021
- Documented patient vitals, behaviors and conditions to communicate concerns to supervising nurse.
- Oversaw patient conditions, administered medicine, performed interventions and took detailed records.
- Promoted continuity of care by maintaining comprehensive medical records and updating physicians on significant changes in patients'' conditions.
- Worked with multidisciplinary team to carry out successful treatment plans for diverse acute and chronic conditions.
- Championed infection control practices within the unit by strictly adhering to guidelines and educating staff on proper procedures.
- Ensured compliance with regulatory standards through continuous quality improvement initiatives and documentation audits.
Education
No Degree - Vocational Nursing
Tyler Junior College
Tyler, TX12.2012
Associate of Applied Science - Radiologic Technology
Tyler Junior College
Tyler, TX05.1989
Skills
- Medication Administration
- Vital signs monitoring
- Team Collaboration
- Patient Care Coordination
- Care Planning
- Documentation accuracy
- Delegation Abilities
- Patient Assessments
- Privacy and confidentiality
- Quality Improvement
- HIPAA Compliance
- Medical Records Management
- Infection control protocols
- Verbal and written communication
- Patient Needs Assessment
Timeline
LVN Charge Nurse
Providence Park Health &Rehab
07.2023 - Current
Unit Manager
The Center At Grande
05.2021 - 07.2023
LVN Charge Nurse
Watkins Logan
05.2019 - 05.2021
No Degree - Vocational Nursing
Tyler Junior College
Associate of Applied Science - Radiologic Technology
Tyler Junior College
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