Marlo Kemmer
Fargo
Summary
Dedicated Licensed Practical Nurse with extensive experience at Sanford Health, adept in medication administration and fostering patient-centered care. Excelled in enhancing patient outcomes and leading quality improvement initiatives. Skilled in HIPAA compliance and CPR/AED, with a proven track record in collaborative teamwork and direct patient support.
Overview
11
11
years of professional experience
Work History
Licensed Practical Nurse
Sanford Health
08.2024 - Current
- Improved patient outcomes by administering medications, monitoring vital signs, and documenting relevant information.
- Collaborated with interdisciplinary healthcare teams to ensure continuous quality improvement in patient care delivery.
- Evaluated patient histories, complaints, and current symptoms.
- Reviewed patient history to verify conditions and current medications.
- Assessed patients' temperature, pulse, and blood pressure and recorded in electronic medical records.
- Led training sessions for new LPNs and nursing assistants, improving team competency and patient care standards.
- Promoted a culture of teamwork through active participation in unit meetings, performance improvement initiatives, and collaborative problem-solving efforts.
- Answered incoming phone calls from patients to provide basic assistance and triage medical concerns.
Patient Care Technician
Sanford Health
01.2017 - 08.2024
- Monitored vital signs and reported changes to nursing staff, ensuring timely medical interventions when necessary.
- Assisted nurses with essential tasks, streamlining workflow and increasing efficiency in the healthcare setting.
- Enhanced patient satisfaction by providing compassionate and attentive care.
- Assisted in training new Patient Care Technicians, sharing knowledge and best practices to ensure consistency in care delivery.
- Maintained clean and safe environment to promote patient safety and comfort.
- Fostered strong relationships with colleagues, contributing to a collaborative work environment that prioritized teamwork among staff members.
- Collected and documented patient information to aid in accurate medical record keeping.
- Completed activities of daily living for patients unable to self-care, and assisted those with limited mobility in completing tasks.
Certified Nursing Assistant
Orchard Villa
05.2014 - 11.2016
- Provided high-quality personal care services such as bathing, grooming, dressing, and feeding to ensure patient dignity.
- Assisted patients with daily living activities for enhanced comfort and wellbeing.
- Checked patient vitals such as temperature, blood pressure, and blood sugar levels.
- Maintained a clean, safe environment by sanitizing surfaces, changing linens, and disposing of waste properly.
- Answered call lights and supported patient comfort and safety by adjusting bed rails and equipment.
Education
Associate of Applied Science - Nursing Practice
Lake Region State College
Devils Lake, ND05-2025
Skills
- Medication administration
- Monitoring Patient Vital Signs
- HIPAA Regulation Adherence
- Direct Patient Support
- Patient-Centered Diabetes Support
- Quality Improvement Experience
- Licensed practical nurse
- Certified in CPR/AED
Timeline
Licensed Practical Nurse
Sanford Health
08.2024 - Current
Patient Care Technician
Sanford Health
01.2017 - 08.2024
Certified Nursing Assistant
Orchard Villa
05.2014 - 11.2016
Associate of Applied Science - Nursing Practice
Lake Region State College
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