Lynn Hill
Winchester Bay,OR
Summary
Accomplished LPN Charge Nurse at Maryville Nursing Home with expertise in geriatric care and vital signs monitoring. Enhanced patient safety by implementing infection control measures and fostering a supportive work environment. Successfully led quality improvement initiatives, achieving a 20% increase in efficiency. Strong communicator with a focus on compassionate end-of-life care.
Overview
20
20
years of professional experience
Work History
LPN Charge Nurse
Maryville Nursing Home
04.2021 - 10.2025
- Supervised daily nursing operations, ensuring adherence to care protocols and safety regulations.
- Coordinated patient care plans with interdisciplinary teams to optimize treatment outcomes.
- Administered medications and monitored patient responses to ensure efficacy and safety.
- Conducted regular staff training sessions to improve clinical skills and compliance standards.
- Evaluated patient conditions, documenting changes accurately for informed decision-making.
- Implemented infection control measures, enhancing overall patient safety and well-being.
- Assessed patients' temperature, pulse, and blood pressure and recorded in electronic medical records.
- Delegated tasks effectively, optimizing staff productivity and maintaining a well-organized nursing unit.
- Analyzed patient assessments and laboratory data to bring any issues to attention of physicians.
- Documented vitals and medical histories in patient charts when assessing patients and communicated patient information to physicians and other nurses for care continuity.
- Provided compassionate end-of-life care, supporting patients and their families through difficult times.
- Promoted continuity of care by thoroughly documenting shift-to-shift communication in nursing reports.
- Managed complex wound care cases, applying advanced knowledge of wound healing principles to achieve optimal results.
- Developed strong relationships with patients'' families, keeping them informed of progress reports and collaborating on decisions regarding their loved ones'' healthcare plans.
- Maintained accurate medical records in accordance with established protocols, ensuring confidentiality of sensitive information at all times.
- Delivered direct quality care to patients by evaluating medical conditions and managing and assessing treatments.
- Implemented evidence-based nursing practices to improve patient health and maintain compliance with regulatory standards.
- Improved infection control measures by closely monitoring staff adherence to proper hand hygiene protocols.
- Enhanced staff morale by fostering a supportive work environment, recognizing outstanding performance, and addressing concerns effectively.
- Administered medications and injections to patients.
- Monitored patient health conditions to report changes to assigned physician.
- Delivered emotional support to patients and families during challenging times.
- Provided patient education on health care issues and prescribed medications.
- Evaluated patient histories, complaints, and current symptoms.
- Achieved successful unit leadership by providing quality nursing care to 20 to 26 patients per day in 26-bed unit.
LPN Charge Nurse
Avamere Rehabilitation of King City
04.2019 - 03.2021
- Supervised nursing staff, ensuring adherence to care protocols and regulatory standards.
- Administered medications and treatments in accordance with physician orders and nursing guidelines.
- Conducted patient assessments, documenting findings to inform care strategies and interventions.
- Managed daily shift operations, prioritizing tasks to ensure timely patient care delivery.
- Assessed patients' temperature, pulse, and blood pressure and recorded in electronic medical records.
- Utilized critical thinking skills to make sound clinical decisions in high-pressure situations, minimizing risks and ensuring patient safety.
- Analyzed patient assessments and laboratory data to bring any issues to attention of physicians.
- Provided compassionate end-of-life care, supporting patients and their families through difficult times.
- Promoted continuity of care by thoroughly documenting shift-to-shift communication in nursing reports.
- Developed strong relationships with patients'' families, keeping them informed of progress reports and collaborating on decisions regarding their loved ones'' healthcare plans.
- Achieved successful unit leadership by providing quality nursing care to 24 to 28 patients per day in 28-bed unit.
LPN Charge Nurse
Marquis Care of Wilsonville
11.2005 - 11.2019
- Supervised nursing staff, ensuring adherence to care protocols and regulatory standards.
- Coordinated patient care plans, collaborating with interdisciplinary teams for optimal outcomes.
- Administered medications and treatments in accordance with physician orders and nursing guidelines.
- Delegated tasks effectively, optimizing staff productivity and maintaining a well-organized nursing unit.
- Assembled and used equipment such as catheters, tracheotomy tubes, or oxygen suppliers to effectively manage patient care.
- Utilized critical thinking skills to make sound clinical decisions in high-pressure situations, minimizing risks and ensuring patient safety.
- Analyzed patient assessments and laboratory data to bring any issues to attention of physicians.
- Documented vitals and medical histories in patient charts when assessing patients and communicated patient information to physicians and other nurses for care continuity.
- Provided compassionate end-of-life care, supporting patients and their families through difficult times.
- Promoted continuity of care by thoroughly documenting shift-to-shift communication in nursing reports.
- Managed complex wound care cases, applying advanced knowledge of wound healing principles to achieve optimal results.
- Developed strong relationships with patients'' families, keeping them informed of progress reports and collaborating on decisions regarding their loved ones'' healthcare plans.
- Assisted physicians during procedures, demonstrating strong clinical knowledge and attention to detail for successful outcomes.
- Maintained accurate medical records in accordance with established protocols, ensuring confidentiality of sensitive information at all times.
- Updated patient medical records with services provided, health conditions, and response to treatments using Point Click Care.
- Served as a mentor to new nurses, fostering a positive work environment and promoting professional growth.
- Coordinated timely admissions, transfers, and discharges for efficient bed utilization within the nursing unit.
- Evaluated staff performance through regular assessments, identifying areas for improvement and facilitating professional development opportunities.
- Reduced hospital readmissions by implementing effective discharge planning strategies and providing thorough patient education.
- Administered medications and injections to patients.
- Monitored patient health conditions to report changes to assigned physician.
- Delivered emotional support to patients and families during challenging times.
- Worked with multidisciplinary team to carry out successful treatment plans for diverse acute and chronic conditions.
- Evaluated patient histories, complaints, and current symptoms.
- Reviewed patient history to verify conditions and current medications.
- Clearly and thoroughly explained diagnoses, treatment options and procedures to patients and loved ones, checking in to verify understanding.
- Managed various general office duties such as answering multiple telephone lines, completing insurance forms, and mailing monthly invoice statements to patients.
- Achieved successful unit leadership by providing quality nursing care to 18 to 28 patients per day in 28-bed unit.
LPN Charge Nurse
Robison Nursing Home
11.2017 - 03.2019
- Assisted in developing patient care plans, collaborating with multidisciplinary teams for optimal outcomes.
- Educated patients and families on health management and medication instructions to enhance understanding.
- Streamlined documentation processes, improving accuracy and efficiency of patient records management.
- Implemented infection control measures, contributing to improved patient safety and reduced hospital-acquired infections.
- 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.
- Documented accurate and complete patient information to address patient problems and expected outcomes.
- Demonstrated excellent technical skills in wound dressing changes, IV therapy administration, catheter insertion, and other routine nursing procedures.
- Managed time-sensitive tasks effectively under pressure while maintaining composure during critical situations or emergencies.
- Performed routine evaluations of each patient's status, needs, and preferences.
- Provided compassionate palliative care for terminally ill patients while supporting their emotional needs during end-of-life stages.
- Collaborated with interdisciplinary team of healthcare and social service providers to address patients' needs through effective intervention and care planning.
- Achieved successful unit leadership by providing quality nursing care to 20 to 24 patients per day in 24-bed unit.
Education
Associate of Science - Legal Studies
Kaplan University
Fort Lauderdale, FL01-2010
Skills
- Vital signs monitoring
- Nursing documentation
- Geriatric care
- End-of-life care
- Clinical judgment
- Patient charting
- Critical thinking
- Physical assessments
- Attention to detail
- Analytical thinking
Timeline
LPN Charge Nurse
Maryville Nursing Home
04.2021 - 10.2025
LPN Charge Nurse
Avamere Rehabilitation of King City
04.2019 - 03.2021
LPN Charge Nurse
Robison Nursing Home
11.2017 - 03.2019
LPN Charge Nurse
Marquis Care of Wilsonville
11.2005 - 11.2019
Associate of Science - Legal Studies
Kaplan University