Mary Cullen
Ballston Spa
Summary
With a proven track record at Wesley Health Care Center, I excel in delivering compassionate patient care and efficient medication administration, showcasing my detail-oriented mindset and effective time management. My approach has significantly enhanced patient satisfaction and safety.
Developed skills in fast-paced clinical environment with focus on patient care and effective communication. Seeking to transition into new field where problem-solving and attention to detail are valued. Committed to leveraging transferrable skills to make meaningful impact.
Organized and dependable candidate successful at managing multiple priorities with a positive attitude. Willingness to take on added responsibilities to meet team goals.
Overview
8
8
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
SunRise Retreat
Rise
10.2023 - Current
- Assisted with admissions, appointments, transfers, and discharges.
- Documented accurate and complete patient information to address patient problems and expected outcomes.
- Reduced medication errors by accurately administering medications and diligently verifying patient information.
- Maintained accurate documentation of all relevant clinical data, ensuring compliance with regulatory standards.
- Utilized time management skills to prioritize tasks effectively, allowing for efficient completion of daily responsibilities.
- Reviewed patient history to verify conditions and current medications.
- Answered incoming phone calls from patients to provide basic assistance and triage medical concerns.
LPN Office Nurse
Ellis Medicine
10.2022 - 10.2023
- Improved patient experience by providing compassionate and attentive nursing services in a busy office setting.
- Assisted in maintaining a clean and organized office environment by performing housekeeping tasks such as disposing of biohazardous waste, sanitizing exam rooms, and restocking supplies as needed.
- Supported new employees during orientation periods by serving as a knowledgeable resource on office policies, procedures, documentation requirements.
- Demonstrated adaptability by efficiently managing unexpected changes in schedules or staffing situations without compromising patient care quality or timeliness of services rendered.
- Promoted patient safety and comfort during office visits by attentively monitoring their condition and promptly addressing any concerns or discomforts expressed.
- Prepared and administered vaccines and medications, collected specimens and performed other patient care tasks to assist physician with examinations and procedures.
- Assessed patients' temperature, pulse, and blood pressure and recorded in electronic medical records.
- Administered medications and injections to patients.
LPN
Wesley Health Care Center
06.2022 - 10.2022
- 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.
- Obtained patient vital signs and input/output measurements from inpatients.
- Performed wound care treatments using sterile techniques, promoting healing and preventing complications.
- Provided emotional support to patients and families during difficult times, fostering positive relationships built on trust and compassion.
- Enhanced patient satisfaction levels through effective communication and empathetic listening skills.
- Provided compassionate end-of-life care, ensuring that patients were comfortable and families felt supported during the process.
- Provided diagnosis information, treatment possibilities, disease management tips and wound care advice to patients, loved ones and caregivers.
- Delivered updates in patient status to charge nurse, recording changes in medical records.
- Monitored, tracked, and conveyed important patient information to healthcare staff to help optimize treatment planning and care delivery.
- Monitored patient health conditions to report changes to assigned physician.
Cna
Wesley Health Care Center
09.2016 - 06.2022
- Assisted patients with daily living activities, promoting independence and dignity.
- Checked patient vitals such as temperature, blood pressure, and blood sugar levels.
- 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.
- Prevented bedsores by regularly repositioning patients and implementing proper wound care techniques.
- Utilized therapeutic communication, empathy and active listening skills to encourage and develop positive relationships with patients.
- Assisted nursing staff with completing daily rounds, documenting vital signs and answering calls.
Education
Licensed Practical Nurse - Nursing
WSWHE BOCES
Hudson Falls, NY06-2022
Associate of Arts - Liberal Arts/Humanities
Alfred State College
Alfred, NY12-1994
Skills
- First Aid Certification
- Collaborative Problem Solving
- Effective Multitasking
- Detail-Oriented Mindset
- Effective Time Management
- Workplace Professionalism
- Effective Listening
Certification
- Basic Life Support Certification (BLS)
- CPR/AED Certification
- NY Driver's License
- OSHA Certified
- First Aid Certification
Timeline
SunRise Retreat
Rise
10.2023 - Current
LPN Office Nurse
Ellis Medicine
10.2022 - 10.2023
LPN
Wesley Health Care Center
06.2022 - 10.2022
Cna
Wesley Health Care Center
09.2016 - 06.2022
Licensed Practical Nurse - Nursing
WSWHE BOCES
Associate of Arts - Liberal Arts/Humanities
Alfred State College
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