Martha Nichols
McArthur,OH
Summary
Adept LPN with a proven track record at Hopewell Health Centers, showcasing exceptional skills in medical documentation and patient triaging. Leveraged strong time management and empathetic communication to enhance patient satisfaction and safety. Excelled in a diverse healthcare environment, significantly improving clinical outcomes through meticulous vital signs monitoring and diagnostic testing.
Overview
43
43
years of professional experience
Work History
LPN
Hopewell Health Centers
06.1981 - 06.2024
- Utilized time management skills to prioritize tasks effectively, allowing for efficient completion of daily responsibilities.
- Maintained accurate documentation of all relevant clinical data, ensuring compliance with regulatory standards.
- Implemented infection control measures, ensuring a clean and safe environment for patients and staff.
- Managed patient care through closely monitoring respiration, blood pressure, and blood glucose levels.
- Obtained patient vital signs and input/output measurements from inpatients.
- Demonstrated adaptability in working with diverse patient populations across various healthcare settings.
- Provided emotional support to patients and families during difficult times, fostering positive relationships built on trust and compassion.
- Performed routine evaluations of each patient's status, needs, and preferences.
- Enhanced patient satisfaction levels through effective communication and empathetic listening skills.
- Answered incoming phone calls from patients to provide basic assistance and triage medical concerns.
- Accurately recorded interactions in medical charts, documenting accidents and interventions applied.
- Addressed any concerns or questions posed by patients or family members promptly to maintain confidence in their care plan.
- Educated patients and caregivers on medical diagnoses, treatment options, chronic disease self-management and wound management.
- Conducted thorough patient assessments to identify medical needs and develop appropriate treatment plans.
- Gathered lab specimens, ordered testing, and interpreted results to diagnose patients.
Education
Associate of Applied Science - Nursing
Hocking College
Nelsonville, OH05-1979
Skills
- Medication administration
- Vital signs monitoring
- Medical documentation
- Diagnostic testing
- Lab specimen collection
- Vital signs
- HIPAA compliance
- Immunization administration
- EMR / EHR
- Emergency response
- Patient triaging
- Staff supervision
- Medical office administration
Timeline
LPN
Hopewell Health Centers
06.1981 - 06.2024
Associate of Applied Science - Nursing
Hocking College
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