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Mary King

Syracuse,NY

Summary

Dedicated LPN with extensive experience at University Hospital in Syracuse, adept at managing patient care and enhancing outcomes through effective communication and critical thinking. Recognized for implementing infection control measures and providing emotional support, fostering a safe environment for patients and families. Proven reliability and adaptability in high-pressure situations.

Overview

45
45
years of professional experience

Work History

Transportation Aide

Spartanburg District 7
11.2023 - 04.2025

Assist special need students on and off bus and supervise them during transport to and from school.

LPN

University Hospital in Syracuse New York
08.1989 - 05.2023
  • 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.
  • Administered controlled narcotics, inserted IVs, and performed catheterizations.
  • Obtained patient vital signs and input/output measurements from inpatients.
  • Performed wound care treatments using sterile techniques, promoting healing and preventing complications.
  • Adhered to treatment plan instructions when administering medications and treatments to patients.
  • Improved patient outcomes by providing high-quality nursing care and closely monitoring vital signs.
  • Cared for wounds, provided treatments, and assisted with procedures.
  • Reduced medication errors by accurately administering medications and diligently verifying patient information.
  • Documented accurate and complete patient information to address patient problems and expected outcomes.
  • Participated in ongoing professional development opportunities to enhance knowledge base and skillset as an LPN.
  • 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.
  • Used aseptic techniques to provide sterilized wound care and dressing applications.
  • Accurately recorded interactions in medical charts, documenting accidents and interventions applied.
  • Conducted thorough patient assessments to identify medical needs and develop appropriate treatment plans.
  • Collaborated with interdisciplinary healthcare teams to develop comprehensive care plans for patients.
  • Assisted with feeding and monitored intake to help patients achieve nutritional objectives.
  • Assisted physicians during examinations or procedures as needed, playing a vital role in the overall patient experience.
  • Delivered updates in patient status to charge nurse, recording changes in medical records.
  • Comforted and counseled patients and families throughout care process.
  • Increased nursing team cohesiveness through active participation in staff meetings and open communication with colleagues.
  • Supported the delivery of evidence-based interventions by staying current on best practices in the field of nursing.
  • Supported physicians during examinations and scans to assist with diagnostic procedures.
  • Contributed to continuous quality improvement efforts by identifying areas for potential growth within the nursing practice.
  • Minimized staff and patient infection risk by cleaning and disinfecting equipment instruments.
  • Administered medications and injections to patients.
  • Assessed patients' temperature, pulse, and blood pressure and recorded in electronic medical records.
  • Monitored patient health conditions to report changes to assigned physician.
  • Reviewed patient history to verify conditions and current medications.
  • Evaluated patient histories, complaints, and current symptoms.
  • Responded to patient requests with appropriate clinical and personal assistance.
  • Delivered emotional support to patients and families during challenging times.
  • Worked with multidisciplinary team to carry out successful treatment plans for diverse acute and chronic conditions.
  • Helped long-term care residents with bathing, dressing, feeding, and other daily living activities.
  • Helped patients complete bathing, dressing and eating.
  • Coordinated patient transfers to other facilities.
  • Protected patients and healthcare team members from infection by sterilizing equipment and reusable supplies.
  • Circulated assigned floor to measure and record patients' fluid and food levels, implementing measures to promote healthy intake and output as necessary.
  • Supported diagnoses by taking blood samples from patients for laboratory testing.
  • Managed various general office duties such as answering multiple telephone lines, completing insurance forms, and mailing monthly invoice statements to patients.

Cashier

Rite Aide Pharmacy
07.2001 - 08.2002
  • Greeted customers entering store and responded promptly to customer needs.
  • Welcomed customers and helped determine their needs.
  • Worked flexible schedule and extra shifts to meet business needs.
  • Operated cash register for cash, check, and credit card transactions with excellent accuracy levels.
  • Built relationships with customers to encourage repeat business.
  • Maintained a balanced cash drawer, ensuring accurate accounting at the end of each shift.
  • Helped customers complete purchases, locate items, and join reward programs.
  • Restocked and organized merchandise in front lanes.
  • Assisted customers with returns, refunds and resolving transaction issues.
  • Counted money in cash drawers at beginning and end of shifts to maintain accuracy.
  • Stocked, tagged and displayed merchandise as required.
  • Assisted customers with inquiries and provided exceptional service, resulting in positive feedback from shoppers.
  • Resolved customer complaints professionally, leading to improved customer relations and loyalty.
  • Handled multiple payment methods securely, minimizing discrepancies and potential losses.
  • Answered questions about store policies and addressed customer concerns.
  • Enhanced customer satisfaction by providing efficient and accurate cash transactions.
  • Contributed to store success by maintaining high standards of cleanliness throughout the facility.
  • Addressed customer needs and made product recommendations to increase sales.
  • Adapted quickly to new technologies implemented at POS systems, ensuring seamless transition periods for both staff and customers.
  • Streamlined checkout process for increased efficiency and reduced waiting times.
  • Ensured compliance with company policies and procedures while processing transactions efficiently.
  • Exceeded productivity goals through consistent attention to detail and organization during busy shifts.
  • Promoted store promotions and incentive programs to increase overall sales revenue.
  • Maintained up-to-date knowledge of store policies and procedures, ensuring compliance in all transactions.
  • Improved store atmosphere with thorough and prompt cleaning of checkout area.
  • Managed cash drawer accurately, ensuring all transactions balanced at end of day.
  • Contributed to clean and safe shopping environment, performed regular sanitation of checkout area.
  • Enhanced customer loyalty by participating in rewards program enrollment.
  • Facilitated positive shopping experience, greeted customers warmly upon entry.
  • Enhanced customer service experience by efficiently processing purchases and returns.
  • Improved efficiency, organized checkout area for optimal workflow.
  • Fostered positive customer relations by resolving complaints and inquiries promptly.
  • Strengthened team morale and cooperation by assisting coworkers during peak hours.
  • Ensured accuracy in financial transactions, reconciled cash with receipts daily.
  • Reduced processing errors by meticulously following transaction procedures.
  • Increased sales of promotional items by informing customers about current offers.
  • Performed cash, card, and check transactions to complete customer purchases.
  • Operated cash register to record transactions accurately and efficiently.
  • Handled cash with high accuracy and took care to check bills for fraud.
  • Used POS system to enter orders, process payments and issue receipts.
  • Learned duties for various positions and provided backup at key times.
  • Worked with floor team and managers to meet wide range of customer needs.
  • Responded promptly to requests for assistance, spills and customer inquiries.
  • Processed refunds and exchanges in accordance with company policy.
  • Reconciled cash drawer at start and end of each shift, accounting for errors, and resolving discrepancies.
  • Maintained current knowledge of store promotions and highlighted sales to customers.
  • Encouraged customers to make additional purchases by highlighting current deals and keeping lane well-stocked.
  • Demonstrated product features, answered questions and redirected objections to highlight positive aspects.

Cashier

Sears Dept. Store
07.2000 - 09.2001
  • Greeted customers entering store and responded promptly to customer needs.
  • Welcomed customers and helped determine their needs.
  • Worked flexible schedule and extra shifts to meet business needs.
  • Operated cash register for cash, check, and credit card transactions with excellent accuracy levels.
  • Built relationships with customers to encourage repeat business.
  • Maintained a balanced cash drawer, ensuring accurate accounting at the end of each shift.
  • Helped customers complete purchases, locate items, and join reward programs.
  • Restocked and organized merchandise in front lanes.
  • Assisted customers with returns, refunds and resolving transaction issues.
  • Counted money in cash drawers at beginning and end of shifts to maintain accuracy.
  • Stocked, tagged and displayed merchandise as required.
  • Assisted customers with inquiries and provided exceptional service, resulting in positive feedback from shoppers.
  • Resolved customer complaints professionally, leading to improved customer relations and loyalty.
  • Handled multiple payment methods securely, minimizing discrepancies and potential losses.
  • Answered questions about store policies and addressed customer concerns.
  • Enhanced customer satisfaction by providing efficient and accurate cash transactions.
  • Contributed to store success by maintaining high standards of cleanliness throughout the facility.
  • Addressed customer needs and made product recommendations to increase sales.
  • Collaborated with team members to achieve sales targets and maintain a clean, well-stocked store environment.
  • Streamlined checkout process for increased efficiency and reduced waiting times.
  • Ensured compliance with company policies and procedures while processing transactions efficiently.
  • Exceeded productivity goals through consistent attention to detail and organization during busy shifts.
  • Maintained up-to-date knowledge of store policies and procedures, ensuring compliance in all transactions.
  • Improved store atmosphere with thorough and prompt cleaning of checkout area.
  • Managed cash drawer accurately, ensuring all transactions balanced at end of day.
  • Contributed to clean and safe shopping environment, performed regular sanitation of checkout area.
  • Enhanced customer loyalty by participating in rewards program enrollment.
  • Facilitated positive shopping experience, greeted customers warmly upon entry.
  • Enhanced customer service experience by efficiently processing purchases and returns.
  • Supported marketing initiatives by setting up and maintaining promotional displays.
  • Enhanced shopping experience, provided product information and location assistance.
  • Improved efficiency, organized checkout area for optimal workflow.
  • Contributed to significant decrease in queue times by streamlining checkout process.
  • Fostered positive customer relations by resolving complaints and inquiries promptly.
  • Implemented loss prevention strategies, reducing instances of theft at checkout.
  • Reduced processing errors by meticulously following transaction procedures.
  • Facilitated smoother checkout process, trained new employees on POS systems.
  • Increased sales of promotional items by informing customers about current offers.
  • Performed cash, card, and check transactions to complete customer purchases.
  • Operated cash register to record transactions accurately and efficiently.
  • Handled cash with high accuracy and took care to check bills for fraud.
  • Learned duties for various positions and provided backup at key times.
  • Worked with floor team and managers to meet wide range of customer needs.
  • Processed refunds and exchanges in accordance with company policy.
  • Reconciled cash drawer at start and end of each shift, accounting for errors, and resolving discrepancies.
  • Maintained current knowledge of store promotions and highlighted sales to customers.
  • Encouraged customers to make additional purchases by highlighting current deals and keeping lane well-stocked.
  • Set up new sales displays each week with fresh merchandise.
  • Conducted inventory counts by adding each item in stock and documenting in computer system.
  • Demonstrated product features, answered questions and redirected objections to highlight positive aspects.

LPN Charge Nurse

Castle Rest Nursing Home
11.1985 - 01.1989
  • Assessed patients' temperature, pulse, and blood pressure and recorded in electronic medical records.
  • Delegated tasks effectively, optimizing staff productivity and maintaining a well-organized nursing unit.
  • Assembled and used equipment such as catheters, tracheotomy tubes, or oxygen suppliers to effectively manage patient care.
  • Utilized critical thinking skills to make sound clinical decisions in high-pressure situations, minimizing risks and ensuring patient safety.
  • Served as charge nurse, caring for patients with serious illnesses.
  • Documented vitals and medical histories in patient charts when assessing patients and communicated patient information to physicians and other nurses for care continuity.
  • Provided compassionate end-of-life care, supporting patients and their families through difficult times.
  • Promoted continuity of care by thoroughly documenting shift-to-shift communication in nursing reports.
  • Promoted patient independence by teaching self-care skills and explaining conditions and medications.
  • Managed complex wound care cases, applying advanced knowledge of wound healing principles to achieve optimal results.
  • Developed strong relationships with patients'' families, keeping them informed of progress reports and collaborating on decisions regarding their loved ones'' healthcare plans.
  • Assisted physicians during procedures, demonstrating strong clinical knowledge and attention to detail for successful outcomes.
  • Maintained accurate medical records in accordance with established protocols, ensuring confidentiality of sensitive information at all times.
  • Managed daily staff assignments and patient scheduling to guarantee clinic coverage and flow.
  • Delivered direct quality care to patients by evaluating medical conditions and managing and assessing treatments.
  • Implemented evidence-based nursing practices to improve patient health and maintain compliance with regulatory standards.
  • Improved infection control measures by closely monitoring staff adherence to proper hand hygiene protocols.
  • Served as a mentor to new nurses, fostering a positive work environment and promoting professional growth.
  • Streamlined medication administration processes for improved accuracy, reducing medication errors and ensuring patient safety.
  • Coordinated timely admissions, transfers, and discharges for efficient bed utilization within the nursing unit.
  • Enhanced patient care by conducting comprehensive assessments and developing individualized care plans.
  • Evaluated staff performance through regular assessments, identifying areas for improvement and facilitating professional development opportunities.
  • Enhanced staff morale by fostering a supportive work environment, recognizing outstanding performance, and addressing concerns effectively.
  • Reduced hospital readmissions by implementing effective discharge planning strategies and providing thorough patient education.
  • Administered medications and injections to patients.
  • Monitored patient health conditions to report changes to assigned physician.
  • Delivered emotional support to patients and families during challenging times.
  • Responded to patient requests with appropriate clinical and personal assistance.
  • Worked with multidisciplinary team to carry out successful treatment plans for diverse acute and chronic conditions.
  • Evaluated patient histories, complaints, and current symptoms.
  • Reviewed patient history to verify conditions and current medications.
  • Helped patients complete bathing, dressing and eating.
  • Helped long-term care residents with bathing, dressing, feeding, and other daily living activities.
  • Protected patients and healthcare team members from infection by sterilizing equipment and reusable supplies.
  • Circulated assigned floor to measure and record patients' fluid and food levels, implementing measures to promote healthy intake and output as necessary.
  • Provided diagnosis information, treatment possibilities, disease management tips and wound care advice to patients, loved ones and caregivers.
  • Developed and implemented individualized patient care plans.
  • Managed various general office duties such as answering multiple telephone lines, completing insurance forms, and mailing monthly invoice statements to patients.

LPN

Mercy Health and Rehabilitation Center
06.1980 - 11.1985
  • 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.
  • Administered controlled narcotics, inserted IVs, and performed catheterizations.
  • Obtained patient vital signs and input/output measurements from inpatients.
  • Assisted with admissions, appointments, transfers, and discharges.
  • Performed wound care treatments using sterile techniques, promoting healing and preventing complications.
  • Adhered to treatment plan instructions when administering medications and treatments to patients.
  • Improved patient outcomes by providing high-quality nursing care and closely monitoring vital signs.
  • Cared for wounds, provided treatments, and assisted with procedures.
  • Reduced medication errors by accurately administering medications and diligently verifying patient information.
  • Documented accurate and complete patient information to address patient problems and expected outcomes.
  • Participated in ongoing professional development opportunities to enhance knowledge base and skillset as an LPN.
  • 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.
  • Used aseptic techniques to provide sterilized wound care and dressing applications.
  • 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.
  • Offered immediate assistance in emergency and routine paging situations to evaluate needs and deliver care.
  • Collaborated with interdisciplinary team of healthcare and social service providers to address patients' needs through effective intervention and care planning.
  • Conducted thorough patient assessments to identify medical needs and develop appropriate treatment plans.
  • Evaluated patients to identify and address wounds, behavioral concerns, and medically relevant symptoms.
  • Collaborated with interdisciplinary healthcare teams to develop comprehensive care plans for patients.
  • Assisted with feeding and monitored intake to help patients achieve nutritional objectives.
  • Assisted physicians during examinations or procedures as needed, playing a vital role in the overall patient experience.
  • Delivered updates in patient status to charge nurse, recording changes in medical records.
  • Comforted and counseled patients and families throughout care process.
  • Increased nursing team cohesiveness through active participation in staff meetings and open communication with colleagues.
  • Supported the delivery of evidence-based interventions by staying current on best practices in the field of nursing.
  • Minimized staff and patient infection risk by cleaning and disinfecting equipment instruments.
  • Administered medications and injections to patients.
  • Assessed patients' temperature, pulse, and blood pressure and recorded in electronic medical records.
  • Monitored patient health conditions to report changes to assigned physician.
  • Reviewed patient history to verify conditions and current medications.
  • Evaluated patient histories, complaints, and current symptoms.
  • Responded to patient requests with appropriate clinical and personal assistance.
  • Delivered emotional support to patients and families during challenging times.
  • Worked with multidisciplinary team to carry out successful treatment plans for diverse acute and chronic conditions.
  • Helped long-term care residents with bathing, dressing, feeding, and other daily living activities.
  • Helped patients complete bathing, dressing and eating.
  • Coordinated patient transfers to other facilities.
  • Protected patients and healthcare team members from infection by sterilizing equipment and reusable supplies.
  • Circulated assigned floor to measure and record patients' fluid and food levels, implementing measures to promote healthy intake and output as necessary.
  • Developed and implemented individualized patient care plans.
  • Managed various general office duties such as answering multiple telephone lines, completing insurance forms, and mailing monthly invoice statements to patients.

Education

No Degree - Practical Nursing

Cayuga Onondaga County BOCES
Auburn, NY
06-1983

High School Diploma -

Auburn High School
Auburn, NY
06-1978

Skills

  • Punctuality
  • Loading and unloading
  • Wheelchair handling
  • Problem-solving
  • Reliability
  • Active listening
  • Effective communication
  • Adaptability and flexibility
  • Decision-making
  • Safety procedures

Interests

  • I enjoy helping others and giving back to the community
  • Dancing
  • Cooking
  • Music
  • Gym Workouts
  • Watching Movies and TV Shows
  • Outdoor Recreation
  • I participate in low-impact exercises to strengthen core muscles
  • Volunteering
  • Reading
  • Baking
  • I enjoy cooking for friends and family gatherings
  • I like trying new recipes and food trends
  • Passionate about balancing physical health with mental and emotional wellness
  • Volunteer Work
  • Road Trips
  • Dance
  • Homelessness Outreach
  • Personal Development and Self-Improvement

Timeline

Transportation Aide

Spartanburg District 7
11.2023 - 04.2025

Cashier

Rite Aide Pharmacy
07.2001 - 08.2002

Cashier

Sears Dept. Store
07.2000 - 09.2001

LPN

University Hospital in Syracuse New York
08.1989 - 05.2023

LPN Charge Nurse

Castle Rest Nursing Home
11.1985 - 01.1989

LPN

Mercy Health and Rehabilitation Center
06.1980 - 11.1985

No Degree - Practical Nursing

Cayuga Onondaga County BOCES

High School Diploma -

Auburn High School
Mary King