Mary Smith
Arlington,TX
Summary
Dedicated LVN with proven expertise in wound care and compassionate patient support, notably at AKM Home Health Com. Excelled in clinical documentation and vital signs monitoring, significantly enhancing patient recovery processes. Skilled in educating families on health management, showcasing a blend of technical proficiency and empathetic patient care.
Overview
17
17
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
LVN
AKM Home Health Com & Sterling Home Health Company
11.2007 - Current
- Performed routine evaluations of each patient's status, needs, and preferences.
- Monitored vital signs and assessed patients regularly, swiftly identifying any changes in condition and addressing concerns promptly.
- Documented accurate and complete patient information to address patient problems and expected outcomes.
- Provided high-quality wound care, reducing the risk of infection and promoting timely healing.
- Managed patient care through closely monitoring respiration, blood pressure, and blood glucose levels.
- Coordinated with healthcare providers to schedule diagnostic tests for patients, expediting care plans as necessary.
- Educated patients and their families on disease management, medication administration, and at-home care techniques, empowering them to take control of their health.
- Cared for wounds, provided treatments, and assisted with procedures.
- Evaluated patients to identify and address wounds, behavioral concerns, and medically relevant symptoms.
- Used aseptic techniques to provide sterilized wound care and dressing applications.
Education
Associate Degree in Nursing - LVN
Navarro College
Midlothian, TX11-2007
Skills
- Compassionate care
- Medication administration
- Diabetes management
- Clinical documentation
- Wound care
- Infection control
Certification
- Licensed Vocational Nurse (LVN) - [State] Board of Nursing.
- Basic Life Support (BLS) Certification - American Heart Association.
- Wound Care Certification (WCC) - National Alliance of Wound Care and Ostomy.
Wound Care
Wound Care Certified
Alex Khan, NP
WICC
Timeline
LVN
AKM Home Health Com & Sterling Home Health Company
11.2007 - Current
- Licensed Vocational Nurse (LVN) - [State] Board of Nursing.
- Basic Life Support (BLS) Certification - American Heart Association.
- Wound Care Certification (WCC) - National Alliance of Wound Care and Ostomy.
Associate Degree in Nursing - LVN
Navarro College
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