MaryAnn Held
Bonaire,GA
Summary
Compassionate Licensed Practical Nurse with hands-on experience in providing nursing care within diverse healthcare settings. Possess strong clinical skills bolstered by ability to maintain positive patient relations. Have made significant contributions in optimizing patient care through effective communication and collaboration with healthcare team members.
Overview
21
21
years of professional experience
Work History
Lpn Er Staff Nurse
Medical Center of Peach County, Navicent Health
Byron , GA
06.2003 - 10.2024
- Assisted physicians with patient care by taking vital signs, administering injections and performing other nursing duties.
- Provided direct physical and emotional support to patients and their families.
- Performed routine laboratory tests including urinalysis, blood glucose monitoring and others.
- Ensured that all medications were administered accurately and on time as prescribed by the physician.
- Observed patients for any changes in their condition or behaviour, reported findings to the supervisor or physician in charge.
- Instructed patients and their families about disease prevention, proper nutrition, medication management and other health related topics.
- Coordinated with interdisciplinary team members such as doctors, nurses and social workers to ensure quality patient care was provided.
- Participated in educational programs to keep up-to-date on new developments in nursing practice.
- Monitored patient progress during treatments or procedures, reporting any abnormalities to the healthcare team immediately.
- Assessed patient needs through interviews and physical examinations while adhering to safety standards.
- Provided emotional support during difficult times such as end-of-life decisions or family disputes over treatment options.
- Performed wound care including changing dressings, cleaning wounds, applying ointments and medications and providing other necessary treatments.
- Conducted daily rounds visiting assigned patients ensuring they are comfortable and have all necessary supplies available.
- Prepared equipment for use during treatments such as setting up IV lines or placing catheters correctly according to hospital policies.
- Evaluated effectiveness of interventions implemented based on patient responses or feedback from family members.
- Developed individualized plans of care for each patient based on assessment data collected.
- Educated staff members regarding infection control protocols or best practices when caring for a particular type of illness or injury.
- Managed inventory levels of medical supplies within the unit ensuring adequate stock is always available.
- Collaborated with multidisciplinary teams to develop long term goals for patients who require ongoing treatment.
- Administered medications orally, intravenously or intramuscularly depending on the prescription given by the doctor.
- Observed, charted, and reported developments in patient health conditions for nursing supervisor.
- Looked for physical, emotional, and symptomatic changes in patient condition and obtained necessary care for medical concerns.
- Coordinated with doctors and registered nurses to develop care plans for patients.
- Collected and documented vital signs to track current patient conditions.
- Monitored patient's respiration activity, blood pressure and blood glucose levels in response to medical administration.
- Communicated concerns regarding patients' status, care and environment to nursing supervisors, clinical care supervisors and case managers.
- Answered patient and family questions to educate on optimal treatment procedures.
- Interviewed patients to obtain medical history.
- Promoted culture of safety for patients and employees through proper identification, reporting documentation and prevention.
- Used sterile techniques to prepare patients for procedures.
- Followed rehabilitation and treatment care plans to accelerate patient recovery, minimize pain, and optimize patient outcomes.
- Administered prescribed medications or started intravenous fluids, noting times and amounts on patient charts.
- Applied interventions to progress patients toward wellness and address maintenance of wellness.
- Prevented drug interactions and contributed to correct diagnosis by recording patient health information, monitoring vitals and updating patient files.
- Collected biological specimens and packaged for laboratory transport to complete diagnostic tests.
- Sterilized medical equipment and supplies with germicides, sterilizers and autoclaves.
- Managed patient records, ensuring confidentiality and compliance with healthcare regulations.
- Collaborated with healthcare team to develop and implement patient care plans.
- Participated in quality improvement initiatives to enhance patient care outcomes.
- Facilitated communication between patients, families, and healthcare professionals.
- Administered medications and therapies in accordance with physicians orders.
- Charted changes in patient conditions and discussed concerns with supervising healthcare provider.
- Worked as part of healthcare team to assess patient needs, plan and modify care and implement interventions.
- Addressed patient care needs, collected vitals, dressed wounds and managed catheters.
- Took temperatures or blood pressures, dressed wounds and provided other basic patient care or treatments.
- Documented patient medical histories, current symptoms and vitals.
- Measured and recorded patient height, weight and other vital signs.
- Answered patient calls, identified issues and determined how best to provide assistance within parameters established by facility and supervisor.
- Observed strict confidentiality and safeguarded all patient-related information.
- Guaranteed exceptional care quality by correctly administering medication, inserting and caring for catheters, dressing and changing wounds and assisting with personal hygiene.
- Communicated with patients with compassion while keeping medical information private.
- Worked with social workers, physical therapists and speech therapists to assess patient needs, plan and adjust plans of care and actualize nursing interventions to promote and restore patient health.
- Collected blood, urine or sputum from patients to perform routine laboratory tests.
- Communicated effectively with patients and loved ones to explain diagnoses, treatment options and procedures.
- Answered patients' calls to determine how to assist.
- Provided behavioral and emotional support and closely supervised patients suffering from dementia and Alzheimer's.
- Delivered high-quality direct and indirect nursing care to patients.
- Monitored infection control procedures to verify facility-wide health and safety.
- Educated clients, patients and caregivers on medical diagnoses, treatment options, chronic disease self-management and wound management.
- Assembled and used catheters, tracheotomy tubes or oxygen suppliers.
- Evaluated nursing intervention outcomes by conferring with other healthcare team members.
- Collaborated with multi-disciplinary staff to improve overall patient care and response times.
- Maintained strict patient data procedures to comply with HIPAA laws and prevent information breaches.
- Administered prescribed medications or started intravenous fluids, noting times and amounts on patients' charts.
- Prepared patients for examinations, tests or treatments and explained procedures.
- Administered prescribed medications and started intravenous fluids to address patient symptoms and underlying etiologies.
- Counseled clients, patients and families and provided emotional and psychosocial support.
- Directed implementation of improved patient care and documentation methods and procedures to achieve quality objectives.
- Evaluated patient care procedural changes for effectiveness and made necessary adjustments.
- Collected biological samples for routine laboratory testing to assist diagnostic processes.
- Performed triage to maximum team productivity and effectiveness.
- Collected biological samples from patients and performed routine lab tests to support diagnosis.
- Collaborated with healthcare team to develop individualized care plans for patients.
- Facilitated communication between patients, family members, and healthcare professionals.
- Maintained accurate records of patient progress notes, medications administered and other relevant data.
- Identified potential problems or issues that may arise during treatment, such as drug interactions or allergies, and provided appropriate interventions when necessary.
- Assisted physicians with exams, lab tests or other procedures as requested.
- Provided emotional support to family members during difficult times or end-of-life situations.
- Demonstrated effective communication skills while interacting with patients, families, physicians and other healthcare staff members.
- Actively participated in departmental meetings, training sessions and educational seminars.
- Utilized an electronic medical record system to store patient information securely.
- Ensured that all equipment was properly maintained according to safety protocols.
- Managed multiple tasks simultaneously while maintaining quality standards of care.
- Implemented infection control measures to reduce the spread of contagious diseases.
- Adhered to strict confidentiality policies when dealing with sensitive information.
- Maintained a clean work environment by following proper sanitation guidelines.
- Assessed patients to determine their physical condition, health status and needs.
- Provided direct patient care including wound dressing, administering medication and IV therapy.
- Monitored vital signs and documented changes in a timely manner.
- Conducted patient education on medical treatments and procedures.
- Collaborated with interdisciplinary team members to develop plans of care for patients.
- Evaluated the effectiveness of nursing interventions and modified plans as needed.
- Performed diagnostic tests such as blood draws, urine analysis and electrocardiograms.
- Coordinated care with charge nurse and other staff through daily communication.
- Coordinated care with physicians and other clinical staff to prepare for treatment, carry out interventions and enhance continuum of care.
- Recorded patients' medical history, vital statistics, and test results in electronic medical records.
- Conducted patient assessments and diagnostic tests to provide physician with important patient health information.
- Answered patient questions and provided take-home materials for further information.
- Facilitated transition to home care by providing patients with continued care information and discharge instructions.
- Treated and monitored wounds using liquid skin, sutures, and bandages.
- Provided emotional support and counseling to patients and their families.
- Administered oral, IV and intra-muscular medications and monitored patient reactions.
- Responded to emergency situations with speed, expertise and level-headed approaches to provide optimal care, support and life-saving interventions.
- Observed strict safety measures, including checking medication dosages before administration to patients.
- Assessed patient conditions, monitored behaviors and updated supervising physicians with observations and concerns.
- Helped patients and families feel comfortable during challenging and stressful situations, promoting recovery and reducing compliance issues.
- Delivered information regarding care and medications to patients and caregivers in comprehendible terminology.
- Coordinated with healthcare team to establish, enact and evaluate patient care plans.
- Advocated for patient needs with interdisciplinary team and implemented outlined treatment plans.
- Prepared medical equipment and tools to aid physician during examination and treatment of patients.
- Interpreted and evaluated diagnostic tests to identify and assess patient's condition.
- Stocked clinical workstations and procedure rooms with necessary supplies.
- Conducted specified laboratory tests to help detect conditions and determine diagnosis.
- Utilized computerized Resource and Patient Management System (RPMS) and Electronic Health Record (EHR) system.
- Referred patients to specialized health resources or community agencies to furnish additional assistance.
Education
Nursing
Erie Community College
Erie, PA02-1985
Skills
- Cardiac monitoring
- Vital signs monitoring
- Diagnostic testing
- Medical documentation
- Medical equipment operation
- Pulse oximetry tracking
- Samples collection
- Documentation accuracy
- Multi-tasking and prioritization
- Counting narcotics
- Chronic disease management
- Charting and recording
- Vital signs
- Anatomy
- Direct patient care
- Documenting incidents
- Transcribing orders
- Tuberculosis testing
- Trauma-informed care
- Empathetic and compassionate
- [Type] EMR software
- Documenting intake
- EKG administration
- Biomedical hazard disposal
- Tracking symptoms
- Writing reports
- Caring for wounds
- Patient evaluations
- EMR / EHR
- Patient intake
- HIPAA protocols
- Patient relationship building
- Caregiving skills
- Behavioral assessment
- Mental health support
- Staff direction and task delegation
- Educating families
- Clinical judgment
- Medication dispensing
- Patient assessments
- Patient triaging
Timeline
Lpn Er Staff Nurse
Medical Center of Peach County, Navicent Health
06.2003 - 10.2024
Nursing
Erie Community College