Mary DuBois
Swansea,IL
Summary
Accomplished Licensed Practical Nurse with a proven track record at Cedarhurst Assisted Living and Memory Care, enhancing patient outcomes through expert medication administration and compassionate care. Skilled in clinical documentation and patient relationship building, I've significantly contributed to interdisciplinary healthcare teams, mentoring staff, and educating patients and families on health management.
Overview
9
9
years of professional experience
Work History
Licensed Practical Nurse
Cedarhurst Assisted Living And Memory Care
10.2023 - Current
- Improved patient outcomes by administering medications, monitoring vital signs, and documenting relevant information.
- Cared for wounds, provided treatments, and assisted with procedures.
- Assisted with admissions, appointments, transfers, and discharges.
- Collaborated with interdisciplinary healthcare teams to ensure continuous quality improvement in patient care delivery.
- Documented accurate and complete patient information to address patient problems and expected outcomes.
- Facilitated efficient communication between patients, families, and healthcare providers to promote continuity of care across settings.
- Performed routine evaluations of each patient's status, needs, and preferences.
- Comforted and counseled patients and families throughout care process.
- Provided compassionate palliative care for terminally ill patients while supporting their emotional needs during end-of-life stages.
Licensed Practical Nurse
Americare Senior Living&Memory Care
10.2017 - 11.2022
- Improved patient outcomes by administering medications, monitoring vital signs, and documenting relevant information.
- Cared for wounds, provided treatments, and assisted with procedures.
- Assisted with admissions, appointments, transfers, and discharges.
- Collaborated with interdisciplinary healthcare teams to ensure continuous quality improvement in patient care delivery.
- Documented accurate and complete patient information to address patient problems and expected outcomes.
- Facilitated efficient communication between patients, families, and healthcare providers to promote continuity of care across settings.
- Managed time-sensitive tasks effectively under pressure while maintaining composure during critical situations or emergencies.
- Comforted and counseled patients and families throughout care process.
- Provided compassionate palliative care for terminally ill patients while supporting their emotional needs during end-of-life stages.
- Mentored new nursing staff to enhance professional development opportunities within the team dynamic.
- Educated patients and families on health promotion, disease prevention, and self-care management strategies.
Licensed Practical Nurse
Knollwood Retirement Village
08.2015 - 10.2017
- Improved patient outcomes by administering medications, monitoring vital signs, and documenting relevant information.
- Assisted with admissions, appointments, transfers, and discharges.
- Collaborated with interdisciplinary healthcare teams to ensure continuous quality improvement in patient care delivery.
- Performed routine evaluations of each patient's status, needs, and preferences.
- Mentored new nursing staff to enhance professional development opportunities within the team dynamic.
- Educated patients and families on health promotion, disease prevention, and self-care management strategies.
- Answered incoming phone calls from patients to provide basic assistance and triage medical concerns.
- Monitored patient reactions to medications and treatments, quickly addressing adverse reactions.
Education
Practical Nurse - Nursing Education
Beck School of Practical Nursing
Red Bud, IL05.2001
Skills
Medication Administration
Timeline
Licensed Practical Nurse
Cedarhurst Assisted Living And Memory Care
10.2023 - Current
Licensed Practical Nurse
Americare Senior Living&Memory Care
10.2017 - 11.2022
Licensed Practical Nurse
Knollwood Retirement Village
08.2015 - 10.2017
Practical Nurse - Nursing Education
Beck School of Practical Nursing
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