Documented vitals and medical histories in patient charts when assessing patients and communicated patient information to physicians and other nurses for care continuity.
Administered medications and injections to patients.
Assessed patients' temperature, pulse, and blood pressure and recorded in electronic medical records.
Assembled and used equipment such as catheters, tracheotomy tubes, or oxygen suppliers to effectively manage patient care.
Managed daily staff assignments and patient scheduling to guarantee clinic coverage and flow.
Updated patient medical records with services provided, health conditions, and response to treatments using [Software].
Delivered direct quality care to patients by evaluating medical conditions and managing and assessing treatments.
LPN Travel Nurse
Primetime Travel Nurse
01.2021 - 09.2022
Assigned to Missouri Slope Health and Rehab in Bismark ND.
Assigned to Minot Health and rehab
Assigned to St. Lukes Hospital and ER in Crosby, North Dakota
patient outcomes by providing high-quality nursing care and closely monitoring vital signs.
Facilitated timely treatment for patients by accurately recording medical histories and vital signs.
Assisted with resuscitation, CPR, and emergency airway procedures.
Performed wound care treatments using sterile techniques, promoting healing and preventing complications.
Conducted thorough patient assessments to identify medical needs and develop appropriate treatment plans.
Collaborated with interdisciplinary team of healthcare and social service providers to address patients' needs through effective intervention and care planning.
Assisted with admissions, appointments, transfers, and discharges.
Offered immediate assistance in emergency and routine paging situations to evaluate needs and deliver care.
Delivered updates in patient status to charge nurse, recording changes in medical records.
Managed patient care through closely monitoring respiration, blood pressure, and blood glucose levels.
Provided support during critical incidents or disasters as an integral part of the emergency response team, demonstrating adaptability in high-pressure situations.
Assisted healthcare providers in delivering life-saving procedures, contributing to positive patient outcomes.
Facilitated timely treatment for patients by accurately recording medical histories and vital signs.
Assisted with resuscitation, CPR, and emergency airway procedures.
Performed blood draws and other diagnostic tests accurately, facilitating swift analysis and treatment decisions.
LPN floor nurse
BAPTIST HEALTHCARE CENTER
11.2019 - 05.2020
Day Shift
General nursing
Medication Administration
Wound care
Nebulizer Tx
Performed wound care treatments using sterile techniques, promoting healing and preventing complications.
Administered controlled narcotics, inserted IVs, and performed catheterizations.
Utilized time management skills to prioritize tasks effectively, allowing for efficient completion of daily responsibilities.
Improved patient outcomes by providing high-quality nursing care and closely monitoring vital signs.
Performed routine evaluations of each patient's status, needs, and preferences.
Collaborated with interdisciplinary team of healthcare and social service providers to address patients' needs through effective intervention and care planning.
LPN floor nurse
VIBRA HOSPITAL OF CENTRAL DAKOTAS
01.2015 - 03.2020
Long term Acute care
Infectious diseases and isolation protocol with ppe
Primary care for up to 5 patients.
Medication Administration
Performed wound care treatments using sterile techniques, promoting healing and preventing complications.
Administered controlled narcotics, inserted IVs, and performed catheterizations.
Utilized time management skills to prioritize tasks effectively, allowing for efficient completion of daily responsibilities.
Cared for wounds, provided treatments, and assisted with procedures.
Used aseptic techniques to provide sterilized wound care and dressing applications.
Collaborated with interdisciplinary team of healthcare and social service providers to address patients' needs through effective intervention and care planning.
Assisted with admissions, appointments, transfers, and discharges.
Offered immediate assistance in emergency and routine paging situations to evaluate needs and deliver care.
IV Administration and IV care for central line,temporary ports,peripheral IV insertion
Blood draw for IV central line and Phlebotomy
Trach care,vent experience and oral/trach suctioning
O2 therapy
Sterile and clean techniques for Extensive deep tissue wound care
Wound vac
Feeding tubes and peg tube care
Urinary catheter care and intermittent catheterization
LPN floor nurse
PRINCETON ELIM HEALTH CARE CENTER
11.2012 - 01.2015
Day shift
General nursing
Team lead
Work directly with CNA
Medication Administration
Nebulizer tx
Collaborated with interdisciplinary team of healthcare and social service providers to address patients' needs through effective intervention and care planning.
Supported the delivery of evidence-based interventions by staying current on best practices in the field of nursing.
Performed wound care treatments using sterile techniques, promoting healing and preventing complications.
Cared for wounds, provided treatments, and assisted with procedures.
LPN
Courage Center
10.2001 - 11.2007
Night shift
Spinal cord and congenital defects
Pt.care
Medication Administration and medications set up for self administration
Wound care
Intermittent catheterization
Indwelling catheterization and care
Mitrophinoff catheterization and teaching
Performed wound care treatments using sterile techniques, promoting healing and preventing complications.
Utilized time management skills to prioritize tasks effectively, allowing for efficient completion of daily responsibilities.Utilized time management skills to prioritize tasks effectively, allowing for efficient completion of daily responsibilities.
Improved patient outcomes by providing high-quality nursing care and closely monitoring vital signs.
Conducted thorough patient assessments to identify medical needs and develop appropriate treatment plans.
Performed wound care treatments using sterile techniques, promoting healing and preventing complications.
LPN floor nurse
HILLCREST HEALTH CARE CENTER AND REHAB
10.1994 - 07.2001
Night nurse
Sub acute
Original team to start up a medicare wing
Medicare observations
Medication pass
Wound care
Cast care
Post-op hip,knee replacement
Post op cardiac care
IV therapy and care
Trach care
Tube feeding
Hospice
LPN floor nurse
COURAGE CENTER
03.1992 - 10.1994
Night shift
Spinal cord and congenital defects
Pt.care
Medication Administration and medications set up for self administration
Wound care
Intermittent catheterization
Indwelling catheterization and care
Mitrophinoff catheterization and teaching
Performed wound care treatments using sterile techniques, promoting healing and preventing complications.
Utilized time management skills to prioritize tasks effectively, allowing for efficient completion of daily responsibilities.
Education
Licensed Practical Nursing - nursing
ANOKA RAMSEY COMMUNITY COLLEGE
01.2012
Diploma - Practical nursing
ANOKA VOCATIONAL COLLEGE
01.1984
general study - Work program, Anoka vocational high school program for child development
ROBBINSDALE SR. HIGH
01.1982
Skills
Long term Acute care with ACLS experience
Hospital and ER experience
Geriatric Nursing
Catheter Care
Tracheostomy Care and suctioning
Compassionate Care
Diabetes management
End of life care
Nursing Ethics
Vascular access devices
IV certification TPN, Blood transfusion after RN starts procedure Central line care and administration of IV medications IV Peripheral insertion and following care of insertion site
Certification
Phlebotomy, central line, peripheral blood draw
IV Therapy, IV ABX, IV fluids, blood products after RN initiates
ACLS, 196505196724, 07/16/19 - 07/01/21
BLS, 185509001478, 12/17/18 - 12/20
ND LPN, ND L14967, 01/15 - 11/21
MN LPN, MN 354950, 05/01/84 - 11/30/21
Timeline
LPN Charge Nurse
Missouri Slope Health and Rehab
09.2022 - 09.2024
LPN Travel Nurse
Primetime Travel Nurse
01.2021 - 09.2022
LPN floor nurse
BAPTIST HEALTHCARE CENTER
11.2019 - 05.2020
LPN floor nurse
VIBRA HOSPITAL OF CENTRAL DAKOTAS
01.2015 - 03.2020
LPN floor nurse
PRINCETON ELIM HEALTH CARE CENTER
11.2012 - 01.2015
LPN
Courage Center
10.2001 - 11.2007
LPN floor nurse
HILLCREST HEALTH CARE CENTER AND REHAB
10.1994 - 07.2001
LPN floor nurse
COURAGE CENTER
03.1992 - 10.1994
Diploma - Practical nursing
ANOKA VOCATIONAL COLLEGE
general study - Work program, Anoka vocational high school program for child development