Mary Grassi
Allegan
Summary
Dedicated Licensed Practical Nurse with over 20 years of experience providing compassionate patient care. Skilled in infection control, medication management, and accurate clinical documentation. Committed to fostering a positive therapeutic environment and educating patients on health maintenance.
Overview
30
30
years of professional experience
Work History
Licensed Practical Nurse
Beacon Specialized Living
Kalamazoo, MI
11.2024 - 05.2026
- Conducted nursing assessments to evaluate patient health and needs. Administered injections to patients as prescribed by the physician or psychiatrist. as required by the Physician or psychiatrist.
- Completing nursing assessments ,aims, and ensuring Hcas are completed.
- Monthly diabetic foot evaluations
- Assisting with coordination of resident psychiatric, medical, dental, and optical appointments.
- Educating staff on the use of Bp monitors,O2 use and Hospital equipment,
- Assisted in the destruction of CONTROLLED SUBSTANCES.
- Performed other duties as assigned.
Licensed Practical Nurse
Maxim Healthcare
Grand Rapids, MI
01.2022 - 11.2024
- Tracheostomy suctioning
- Implemented infection control measures to ensure a safe care environment
- Educated patients and families on health maintenance and medication management.
- Maintained accurate patient records and documentation in compliance with regulatory standards.
- Provided compassionate support to patients, fostering a positive therapeutic environment.
Licsened Practical Nurse
Directors Hall
Kalamazoo, MI
04.2016 - 03.2020
- Administered medications and monitored patient vital signs to ensure optimal care.
- Educated patients and families on health management and post-discharge care instructions.
- Assisted with admissions, appointments, transfers, and discharges.
- Managed patient care through closely monitoring respiration, blood pressure, and blood glucose levels.
- CARE OF 30 PATIENTS OR MORE
- Conducted routine assessments to identify changes in patient conditions, facilitating timely interventions.
- Implemented infection control protocols, reducing incidence of hospital-acquired infections.
Licensed Practical Nurse
Directors Hall
Kalamazoo, MI
02.2016 - 03.2020
- Improved patient outcomes by administering medications, monitoring vital signs, and documenting relevant information.
- Documented accurate and complete patient information to address patient problems and expected outcomes.
- Obtained patient vital signs and input/output measurements from inpatients.
- Provided compassionate palliative care for terminally ill patients
- while supporting their emotional needs during end-of-life stages.
- Gathered lab specimens, ordered testing, and interpreted results to diagnose patients.
- Assisted with feeding and monitored intake to help patients achieve nutritional objectives.
Licensed Practical Nurse
A+ Nursing Agency
Portage, MI
04.2013 - 02.2016
Licensed Practical Nurse
Allegan County Medical Care Facility
Allegan, MI
04.2009 - 03.2013
- Demonstrated excellent technical skills in wound dressing changes, IV therapy administration, catheter insertion, and other routine nursing procedures.
- Managed time-sensitive tasks effectively under pressure while maintaining composure during critical situations or emergencies.
- Provided compassionate palliative care for terminally ill patients while supporting their emotional needs during end-of-life stages.
- Evaluated patients to identify and address wounds, behavioral concerns, and medically relevant symptoms.
- Used aseptic techniques to provide sterilized wound care and dressing applications.
Licensed Practical Nurse
Plainwell Pines
Plainwell, MI
01.2007 - 07.2008
- Scheduled and managed 3 CNAs with up to 50 Patients per shift.
- Facility consisted of 90 beds in 3 units and provided care primarily to patients referred from Psychiatric homes and FACILITIES.
- Assessed , monitored and documented patients' progress, symptoms and vital signs.
Licensed Practical Nurse
Bronson Place, Assisted Living
Kalamazoo, MI
05.2002 - 01.2007
- Supervised 4 CNAS IN PROVIDING CARE to 20-25 elderly patients at a 60 bed facility .
- Administered controlled narcotics, and performed catheterizations.
- Mentored new nursing staff to enhance professional development opportunities within the team dynamic.
- Monitored, tracked, and conveyed important patient information to healthcare staff to help optimize treatment planning and care delivery.
- Maintained meticulous records of patient care, treatments, and progress, ensuring continuity of care.
Licensed Practical Nurse
Sisters of St. Joseph
Kalamazoo, MI
07.1996 - 02.2001
- Administered medications to ensure patient safety and compliance with treatment plans.
- Delivered updates in patient status to charge nurse, recording changes in medical records.
- Collaborated with interdisciplinary healthcare teams to enhance patient care quality through ongoing performance evaluations.
Education
High School Diploma -
Hackett High School
Kalamazoo, MI06-2036
Licensed Practical Nursing - Nursing
Kellogg Community College
Battle Creek, MI06-1995
Skills
- Direct patient care
- Clinical judgment
- Clinical documentation accuracy
- Clinical documentation
- Documentation accuracy
- Vital signs
- Diabetes management
- Record keeping
- Infection control
- Geriatric care
- Phone triage
- Compassionate care
- Family communication
- HIPAA compliance
Timeline
Licensed Practical Nurse
Beacon Specialized Living
11.2024 - 05.2026
Licensed Practical Nurse
Maxim Healthcare
01.2022 - 11.2024
Licsened Practical Nurse
Directors Hall
04.2016 - 03.2020
Licensed Practical Nurse
Directors Hall
02.2016 - 03.2020
Licensed Practical Nurse
A+ Nursing Agency
04.2013 - 02.2016
Licensed Practical Nurse
Allegan County Medical Care Facility
04.2009 - 03.2013
Licensed Practical Nurse
Plainwell Pines
01.2007 - 07.2008
Licensed Practical Nurse
Bronson Place, Assisted Living
05.2002 - 01.2007
Licensed Practical Nurse
Sisters of St. Joseph
07.1996 - 02.2001
High School Diploma -
Hackett High School
Licensed Practical Nursing - Nursing
Kellogg Community College