Mary Kwinga
Boise,ID
Summary
Dynamic LPN Nursing Supervisor with extensive experience at Prestige Care Inc., excelling in nursing management and patient education. Proven track record in enhancing patient outcomes through effective care plans and interdisciplinary collaboration. Skilled in vital signs monitoring and fostering a compassionate environment, ensuring compliance with healthcare standards and promoting quality improvement initiatives.
Overview
13
13
years of professional experience
Work History
LPN Nursing Supervisor
Prestige Care Inc.
08.2019 - 11.2025
- Supervised daily nursing operations ensuring compliance with healthcare standards.
- Implemented patient care plans and assessed staff performance for quality improvement.
- Trained and mentored nursing staff on best practices and regulatory guidelines.
- Coordinated communication between healthcare teams to enhance patient outcomes.
- Administered medications and treatments according to physician orders and established protocols.
- Monitored patient vital signs, identifying changes in condition and reporting to healthcare team promptly.
- Assisted in developing care plans based on patient assessments and individual needs.
- Educated patients and families on health management, medication adherence, and preventive care strategies.
- Collaborated with interdisciplinary teams to enhance patient care quality and promote effective communication.
- Maintained accurate medical records, ensuring compliance with regulatory standards and confidentiality requirements.
- Trained new staff on clinical procedures, safety protocols, and best practices in patient care delivery.
- Implemented infection control measures to ensure a safe environment for patients and staff alike.
- 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.
- Demonstrated excellent technical skills in wound dressing changes, IV therapy administration, catheter insertion, and other routine nursing procedures.
- Managed patient care through closely monitoring respiration, blood pressure, and blood glucose levels.
- 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.
- Obtained patient vital signs and input/output measurements from inpatients.
- Performed routine evaluations of each patient's status, needs, and preferences.
- Adapted quickly to changing patient needs, adjusting care plans accordingly to ensure optimal outcomes in diverse clinical scenarios.
- Administered controlled narcotics, inserted IVs, and performed catheterizations.
- 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.
- Collaborated with interdisciplinary team of healthcare and social service providers to address patients' needs through effective intervention and care planning.
- Monitored, tracked, and conveyed important patient information to healthcare staff to help optimize treatment planning and care delivery.
- Educated patients and families on health promotion, disease prevention, and self-care management strategies.
- Evaluated patients to identify and address wounds, behavioral concerns, and medically relevant symptoms.
- Gathered lab specimens, ordered testing, and interpreted results to diagnose patients.
- Used aseptic techniques to provide sterilized wound care and dressing applications.
- Maintained a safe and therapeutic environment for patients through effective risk assessment and crisis intervention strategies.
- Delivered updates in patient status to charge nurse, recording changes in medical records.
- Offered immediate assistance in emergency and routine paging situations to evaluate needs and deliver care.
- Assisted with feeding and monitored intake to help patients achieve nutritional objectives.
- Assisted physicians with diagnostic testing and procedural support for optimal treatment decisions.
- Delivered culturally competent care that respected diverse patient populations'' unique values, beliefs, and traditions.
- Ensured regulatory compliance by adhering to infection control protocols and maintaining accurate documentation of patient data.
- Administered medications and injections to patients.
- Educated patients and caregivers on medical diagnoses, treatment options, chronic disease self-management and wound management.
- Promoted a culture of teamwork through active participation in unit meetings, performance improvement initiatives, and collaborative problem-solving efforts.
- Improved patient satisfaction with empathetic communication and timely response to needs.
- Supported patients and families through education on home care procedures, enhancing post-discharge outcomes.
- Administered medications to ensure adherence to treatment plans, improving health outcomes.
LPN Charge Nurse
Brookdale Assisted Living
01.2016 - 07.2019
- Supervised nursing staff to ensure quality patient care and adherence to best practices.
- Developed and implemented resident care plans, enhancing individual well-being and satisfaction.
- Conducted assessments and administered medications, ensuring compliance with safety protocols.
- Coordinated communication between healthcare team members to optimize patient outcomes.
- Managed staffing schedules and delegated duties effectively to maintain operational efficiency.
Pediatric Licensed Practical Nurse
Epic Healthcare Services
06.2012 - 12.2015
- Administered medications and monitored vital signs for pediatric patients, ensuring compliance with care protocols.
- Collaborated with healthcare teams to develop individualized care plans tailored to each child's needs.
- Educated parents on child development and health management, enhancing understanding of medical conditions.
- Assisted in performing diagnostic tests and procedures, contributing to timely and accurate patient assessments.
- Documented patient progress in electronic health records, maintaining accuracy and confidentiality of sensitive information.
- Implemented infection control measures, promoting a safe environment for patients and families in clinical settings.
- Maintained supply inventory levels by monitoring stock status regularly; ordering when necessary.
- Enhanced patient satisfaction by addressing concerns promptly and maintaining open lines of communication between healthcare team members, patients, and families.
Education
Diploma in Nursing - Nursing
Dallas Nursing Institute
Dallas TX02.2012
High School Diploma -
Lamar High School
Houston, TX05.1998
Skills
- Nursing management
- Vital signs monitoring
- HIPAA compliance
- Clinical judgment
- Geriatric care
- Diabetes management
- Home health care
- Mental health care
- Cardiac care
- Pediatric care
- Hospice care
- Multitasking and organization
- Patient education and advocacy
- Patient care
- Direct patient care
- Staff assignments
- Work Planning and Prioritization
Timeline
LPN Nursing Supervisor
Prestige Care Inc.
08.2019 - 11.2025
LPN Charge Nurse
Brookdale Assisted Living
01.2016 - 07.2019
Pediatric Licensed Practical Nurse
Epic Healthcare Services
06.2012 - 12.2015
Diploma in Nursing - Nursing
Dallas Nursing Institute
High School Diploma -
Lamar High School