Marcia Maxwell
Milwaukee,WI
Summary
Skilled Licensed Practical Nurse offering 1+ years of experience in the field. Knowledgeable about assisting with non-invasive procedures and performing respiratory treatments. Strong documentation skills and a firm grasp of compliance requirements. Well-qualified medical professional capable of triaging patients, taking down information and completing basic procedures such as wound care. Excellent communication, prioritization and multitasking abilities with sound judgment and a compassionate nature.
Overview
29
29
years of professional experience
Work History
Licensed Practical Nurse
Edenbrook Lakeside
Milwaukee, WI
11.2014 - Current
- Monitored, tracked and conveyed important patient information to healthcare staff to help optimize treatment planning and care delivery.
- Evaluated patients to identify and address wounds, behavioral concerns and medically-relevant symptoms.
- Supported physicians during examinations and scans to assist with diagnostic procedures.
- Offered immediate assistance in emergency and routine paging situations to evaluate needs and deliver care.
- Managed patient care through closely monitoring respiration, blood pressure and blood glucose levels.
- Obtained biological specimens for ordered tests and prepared for laboratory transport.
- Minimized staff and patient infection risk by cleaning and disinfecting equipment instruments.
- Gathered dietary information, assisted with feeding and monitored intake to help patients achieve nutritional objectives and support wellness goals.
- Answered incoming phone calls from patients to provide basic assistance and triage medical concerns.
- Educated clients, patients and caregivers on medical diagnoses, treatment options, chronic disease self-management and wound management.
- Monitored and tracked patient vitals in Point Click Care to keep team informed of changing conditions.
- Made valuable contributions to care-plan development and patient education processes backed by thorough research into client diagnoses.
- Delivered nursing care before and after operations.
Certified Nursing Assistant
Bradley Care Center
Milwaukee, WI
06.1996 - 08.2014
- Assisted patients with mobility needs, including moving to and from beds, organizing wheelchairs and preparing assistive devices.
- Cleaned and prepared rooms between patients, using aseptic technique to prevent infections and cross-contamination.
- Gathered dietary information, assisted with feeding and monitored intake to help patients achieve nutritional objectives and support wellness goals.
- Facilitated activities of daily living, including personal hygiene management, feeding and ambulation.
- Helped patients effectively manage routine bathing, grooming and other hygiene needs.
- Supported ambulation and physical therapy needs by conducting planned exercise routines.
- Answered call lights and supported patient comfort and safety by adjusting bed rails and equipment.
Education
Technical Diploma - Nursing
Milwaukee Area Technical College
Milwaukee, WI2018
GED - undefined
YWCA School of Excellence
Milwaukee, WI2004
Skills
- Patient management
- Direct patient care
- Infection control and aseptic procedures
- Patient privacy
- Pulse oximetry tracking
- Notifying family members
- Data entry
- Specimen collection and analysis
- Documenting intake
- Inpatient care
- Writing reports
- Caregiving skills
- Charting and clinical documentation
- Transcribing orders
- Breathing treatments
- Maintaining nutrition
- Regulatory compliance
Timeline
Licensed Practical Nurse
Edenbrook Lakeside
11.2014 - Current
Certified Nursing Assistant
Bradley Care Center
06.1996 - 08.2014
Technical Diploma - Nursing
Milwaukee Area Technical College
GED - undefined
YWCA School of Excellence