Madison poe
Merkel,Texas
Summary
Compassionate LVN with expertise in vital signs monitoring, infection control, and patient education. Committed to enhancing patient outcomes through effective communication and collaboration with interdisciplinary teams.
Overview
4
4
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
LVN Floor Nurse
Harmony Care
Stamford, TX
03.2025 - 06.2025
- Administered medications and treatments in compliance with established protocols.
- Monitored patient vital signs, documenting changes accurately to ensure optimal care.
- Collaborated with interdisciplinary teams to develop and implement patient care plans.
- Educated patients and families on health management and treatment options effectively.
- Assisted in training new staff members on best practices and procedural guidelines.
- Coordinated patient admissions, discharges, and transfers to streamline operations.
- Conducted regular assessments to identify patient needs and adjust care accordingly.
- Maintained accurate medical records utilizing electronic health record systems efficiently.
- Participated in ongoing professional development opportunities to stay current on best practices in nursing care and maintain licensure requirements.
- Contributed to a safe working environment by following infection control protocols and accurately reporting incidents or concerns.
- Collaborated with physicians to develop customized treatment plans based on thorough assessments of patients'' medical histories, symptoms, and diagnoses.
- Collected and documented vital signs to maintain current records of patients' conditions.
- Enhanced patient care by implementing individualized nursing plans and effectively collaborating with interdisciplinary team members.
- Examined and treated patients' injuries and pressure wounds to promote healing.
- Provided emotional support to patients and their families, fostering trust and open communication during difficult times.
- Maintained accurate records of residents' healthcare treatments and responses.
- Acted as a liaison between patients, families, and healthcare providers to facilitate open communication and ensure all parties were informed of critical care decisions.
- Delivered treatments and direct nursing care according to physicians' orders in a nursing home environment.
- Streamlined workflow processes by efficiently managing time-sensitive tasks such as wound dressings, vital sign monitoring, and medication administration.
- Reduced medication errors through meticulous attention to detail when administering treatments and medications.
- Applied evidence-based practice principles to deliver accurate and effective nursing interventions, enhancing patient outcomes.
- Supported patients during diagnostic procedures, ensuring their comfort and clearly explaining each step of the process.
- Educated patients on self-care strategies for managing chronic conditions, empowering them to take an active role in their health management.
- Communicated effectively with patients and family members to convey important instructions and discuss treatments.
- Safeguarded patient privacy and confidentiality by strictly adhering to HIPAA regulations and organizational policies.
- Promoted continuity of care through seamless handovers during shift changes by updating colleagues on pertinent patient information and status updates.
- Modified patient health treatment plans by observing patient conditions and responses.
- Maintained accurate documentation of patients'' conditions, progress, and care interventions for informed decision-making among healthcare professionals.
- Improved patient satisfaction scores by consistently delivering compassionate, high-quality care tailored to individual needs.
- Collaborated with healthcare team members to assess, implement and evaluate nursing care plans.
- Administered medication such as insulin and monitored patients' responses to detect problems.
- Exhibited excellent communication skills when interacting with diverse populations of patients across various age groups.
- Assisted in the implementation of quality improvement initiatives by providing feedback on current practices and suggesting areas for potential improvement.
- Helped patients feel comfortable by adjusting positions and engaging in casual conversation.
- Obtained patient vital signs and input/output measurements from inpatients.
- Established compassionate environment by providing psychological, emotional and spiritual support to patients and families.
- Monitored, tracked, and conveyed important patient information to healthcare staff to help optimize treatment planning and care delivery.
- Assisted with admissions, appointments, transfers, and discharges.
- Managed patient care through closely monitoring respiration, blood pressure, and blood glucose levels.
- Performed routine evaluations of each patient's status, needs, and preferences.
- Educated patients and caregivers on medical diagnoses, treatment options, chronic disease self-management and wound management.
- Delivered updates in patient status to charge nurse, recording changes in medical records.
- Gathered lab specimens, ordered testing, and interpreted results to diagnose patients.
- Administered controlled narcotics, inserted IVs, and performed catheterizations.
- Offered immediate assistance in emergency and routine paging situations to evaluate needs and deliver care.
- Collaborated with interdisciplinary team of healthcare and social service providers to address patients' needs through effective intervention and care planning.
- Documented accurate and complete patient information to address patient problems and expected outcomes.
- Minimized staff and patient infection risk by cleaning and disinfecting equipment instruments.
- Comforted and counseled patients and families throughout care process.
- Answered incoming phone calls from patients to provide basic assistance and triage medical concerns.
- Worked with multidisciplinary team to carry out successful treatment plans for diverse acute and chronic conditions.
- Supported diagnoses by taking blood samples from patients for laboratory testing.
- Clearly and thoroughly explained diagnoses, treatment options and procedures to patients and loved ones, checking in to verify understanding.
- Evaluated patient histories, complaints, and current symptoms.
CNA
Bethel Suites Homecare
Abilene, TX
06.2023 - 02.2025
- Trained new staff on best practices in resident care and safety protocols.
- Checked patient vitals such as temperature, blood pressure, and blood sugar levels.
- Promoted infection control practices within the facility by adhering to strict hand hygiene procedures and utilizing personal protective equipment when necessary.
- Cared for clients with diagnoses such as respiratory failure, diabetes, Parkinson's disease and muscular dystrophy.
- Oversaw and maintained patients' rooms, group living areas, and nurse stations.
- Assisted in emergency situations under the direction of nursing supervisors or physicians, providing crucial support during life-saving interventions.
- Supported ambulation and physical therapy needs by conducting planned exercise routines.
- Conducted routine safety checks on equipment, promptly reporting any malfunctions or safety concerns to appropriate personnel.
- Participated in ongoing educational opportunities in order to stay up-to-date on best practices in nursing care.
- Facilitated smooth patient transitions from hospital settings to home or long-term care facilities, ensuring continuity of care throughout the process.
- Conducted basic physical assessments on new admissions to gather baseline data for nursing staff evaluation.
- Served as a liaison between patients, families, and medical staff to ensure clear communication and understanding of treatment plans.
- Utilized therapeutic communication, empathy and active listening skills to encourage and develop positive relationships with patients.
- Completed activities of daily living for patients unable to self-care, and assisted those with limited mobility in completing tasks.
- Assisted nursing staff with completing daily rounds, documenting vital signs and answering calls.
- Helped patients with self-feeding and assisted feeding, based on individual needs.
- Facilitated personal hygiene management, feeding and ambulation.
- Maintained patient stability by checking vital signs and weight and recording intake and outtake information.
- Responded to patient requests for supplies and personal comfort items such as extra blankets.
- Helped patients complete range of motion exercises to prevent loss of function during care.
- Provided care to patients throughout lifespan with consideration of aging processes, human development stages and culture.
- Transported patients between rooms and appointments or testing locations.
- Upheld infection control and prevention policies across different patient-facing areas.
- Observed patients under care conditions to help identify symptoms, responses to treatments and progress with goals.
- Followed directions of licensed nurses to administer medications and treatments.
- Monitored patient specimen samples and test results to effectively alert supervisors of potentially unhealthy changes.
- Collaborated with physicians to design at-home medication guidelines and educated patients and families on correct medication administration.
- Provided compassionate care to residents, ensuring their comfort and well-being.
- Assisted with daily living activities, promoting independence among residents.
- Monitored vital signs and reported changes to nursing staff for timely intervention.
- Maintained accurate patient records, enhancing communication between healthcare teams.
- Implemented infection control measures, improving overall health standards within facility.
- Collaborated with interdisciplinary teams to develop individualized care plans for residents.
- Led initiatives to enhance resident engagement through organized activities and social programs.
- Assisted patients with daily living activities, promoting independence and dignity.
- Promoted good oral and personal hygiene by aiding patients with shaving, bathing, and teeth brushing.
- Enhanced patient satisfaction by providing compassionate and attentive care.
- Maintained confidentiality of patient information according to HIPAA guidelines while communicating effectively with team members about critical updates.
- Answered call lights and supported patient comfort and safety by adjusting bed rails and equipment.
- Utilized proper body mechanics and assistance devices when transferring patients, minimizing the risk of injury for both parties.
- Ensured prompt response to call lights, addressing patient needs in a timely manner.
- Assisted with feeding and monitored intake to help patients achieve nutritional objectives.
- Prevented bedsores by regularly repositioning patients and implementing proper wound care techniques.
- Delivered individualized patient care by recording vital signs, documenting observations, administering treatments, and evaluating patient needs.
- Provided emotional support for patients during challenging times, fostering a positive healing environment.
- Implemented fall prevention measures by identifying high-risk patients and maintaining clutter-free environments around bedsides.
- Reduced patient stress levels through effective communication and active listening skills.
- Helped clean and prepare patient consultation rooms to maintain hygiene standards
- Participated in fun group activities with patients to boost mood, improve overall memory, and provide light entertainment.
- Changed linens in rooms, keeping spaces fresh and clean for patient health and satisfaction.
CNA
Wesley Court
Abilene, TX
03.2021 - 06.2023
- Provided compassionate care to residents, ensuring their comfort and well-being.
- Assisted with daily living activities, promoting independence among residents.
- Monitored vital signs and reported changes to nursing staff for timely intervention.
- Maintained accurate patient records, enhancing communication between healthcare teams.
- Implemented infection control measures, improving overall health standards within facility.
- Collaborated with interdisciplinary teams to develop individualized care plans for residents.
- Led initiatives to enhance resident engagement through organized activities and social programs.
- Assisted patients with daily living activities, promoting independence and dignity.
- Promoted good oral and personal hygiene by aiding patients with shaving, bathing, and teeth brushing.
- Enhanced patient satisfaction by providing compassionate and attentive care.
- Maintained confidentiality of patient information according to HIPAA guidelines while communicating effectively with team members about critical updates.
- Answered call lights and supported patient comfort and safety by adjusting bed rails and equipment.
- Utilized proper body mechanics and assistance devices when transferring patients, minimizing the risk of injury for both parties.
- Ensured prompt response to call lights, addressing patient needs in a timely manner.
- Assisted with feeding and monitored intake to help patients achieve nutritional objectives.
- Prevented bedsores by regularly repositioning patients and implementing proper wound care techniques.
- Delivered individualized patient care by recording vital signs, documenting observations, administering treatments, and evaluating patient needs.
- Provided emotional support for patients during challenging times, fostering a positive healing environment.
- Implemented fall prevention measures by identifying high-risk patients and maintaining clutter-free environments around bedsides.
- Reduced patient stress levels through effective communication and active listening skills.
- Helped clean and prepare patient consultation rooms to maintain hygiene standards
- Participated in fun group activities with patients to boost mood, improve overall memory, and provide light entertainment.
- Changed linens in rooms, keeping spaces fresh and clean for patient health and satisfaction.
Education
Associate Degree in Nursing - Nursing
Cisco College
Abilene, TX08-2026
LVN - Practical Nursing
Cisco College
12-2024
Skills
- Vital signs monitoring
- HIPAA compliance
- Compassionate care
- Catheter care
- Health promotion
- Quality improvement
- Geriatric care
- Behavioral health support
- Preventative care
- Diabetes management
- Tracheostomy care
- Oxygen therapy
- Postoperative care
- Patient care
- Vital signs
- Direct patient care
- Clinical judgment
- Verbal and written communication
- Documenting intake
- Clinical documentation
- Documentation accuracy
- Physical assessment
- Caregiving skills
- Wound care
- Patient relationship building
- Patient assessments
- End-of-life care
- Pain management
- Immunization administration
- Breathing treatments
- Medication dispensing
- Family communication
- Medication administration
- Infection control
- Preventive care
- Mental health support
- ADL assistance
- Patient management
- Pulse oximetry tracking
- Patient intake
- Inpatient care
- Quality assurance
- Palliative care
- Staff supervision
- Health education
- Behavioral assessment
- Maintaining nutrition
- Home health care
- Anatomy
- Chronic disease management
- Counting narcotics
- Biomedical hazard disposal
- Samples collection
- Multi-tasking and prioritization
- Charting and recording
- Multitasking
- Dementia knowledge and care
- Problem-solving abilities
- Responsible and dependable
- Attention to detail
- Time management
- Cleaning and sanitizing
- Multitasking Abilities
Certification
- BLS Training - current
Timeline
LVN Floor Nurse
Harmony Care
03.2025 - 06.2025
CNA
Bethel Suites Homecare
06.2023 - 02.2025
CNA
Wesley Court
03.2021 - 06.2023
Associate Degree in Nursing - Nursing
Cisco College
LVN - Practical Nursing
Cisco College