Mary Grace Channon
Las Vegas,Nevada
Summary
- With more than 15 years of experience working in various healthcare settings, including geriatric, rehabilitation, post-acute care, and outpatient care. I am eager to use my vast knowledge and experience to pursue a career as a Licensed Practical Nurse at one of the area's leading healthcare facilities, while I continue my education to receive my registered nursing license. Key Qualifications:
- Strong interpersonal communication skills with patients, family, doctors, supervisors, and other healthcare team members.
- Fast and effective assessment of a patient's current condition and nursing care plan needs.
- Rapid recognition of and response to changes in a patient's condition or concerns with their recovery or a decline in their current condition
- Experience using multiple medical record and electronic medical record management systems, along with the ability to quickly adapt to new or updated electronic systems.
- Proven ability to carry out all aspects of a nursing care plan, including managing patient medications, and performing specialized LPN procedures.
Supervisory experience working with fellow LPNs, RNs, certified nursing assistants, and non-certified medical aides. Dedicated Operations Manager dedicated to employing proven methods and cutting-edge technology to meet business performance expectations. Recognized for successful implementation of measures to cut costs, streamline operations, and increase productivity. A detailed approach to maintaining a high threshold for business operations.
Dedicated and compassionate licensed practical nurse with extensive experience in sample collection, blood draw, IV insertion, and infection control. Maintains composure and makes accurate decisions in fast-paced, unpredictable, and stressful environments. History of interfacing seamlessly with doctors, specialized support services, patients, and visiting families.
Patient-oriented nursing professional with several years of hands-on experience in delivering quality direct and indirect patient care to individuals in various settings. Skillfully completes tasks and fosters relationships with patients, caregivers and coworkers to drive patient care goals and advance nursing philosophies.
Overview
16
16
years of professional experience
2
2
Certifications
Work History
LPN
Encompass Health Rehabilitation Hospital
Las Vegas, Nevada
04.2022 - Current
- Administered medications and treatments as prescribed by healthcare providers.
- Collaborated with interdisciplinary teams to develop care plans for patients.
- Maintained accurate patient records and documentation in electronic systems.
- Educated patients and families on health management and discharge instructions.
- Ensured compliance with safety protocols and infection control procedures.
- Provided emotional support to patients and their families during recovery processes.
- Observed changes in patient's condition and reported any significant changes to the registered nurse or physician.
- Monitored vital signs, fluid intake and output levels, glucose levels, and other medical tests results.
- Maintained a safe environment by following infection control policies and procedures.
- Communicated effectively with patients, family members, healthcare team members, and other stakeholders regarding patient care plans or concerns.
- Conducted regular rounds to assess the status of assigned patients.
- Educated patients on disease prevention and management strategies for their individual conditions.
- Administered prescribed medications or started intravenous fluids, noting times and amounts on patient charts.
- Monitored patient's respiration activity, blood pressure and blood glucose levels in response to medical administration.
- Adhered to facility policies and procedures while providing quality nursing care.
- Managed emergency situations promptly according to established protocols.
- Ensured that all clinical documentation is accurate and up-to-date in the electronic medical record system.
- Looked for physical, emotional, and symptomatic changes in patient condition and obtained necessary care for medical concerns.
- Assessed patient complaints accurately and provided appropriate interventions.
- Used sterile techniques to prepare patients for procedures.
- Collected biological specimens and packaged for laboratory transport to complete diagnostic tests.
- Assisted with admissions and discharges of patients from hospital units or long-term care facilities.
- Instructed patients on proper use of equipment such as wheelchairs or walkers.
- Followed rehabilitation and treatment care plans to accelerate patient recovery, minimize pain, and optimize patient outcomes.
- Facilitated referrals for specialty services when necessary.
- Sterilized medical equipment and supplies with germicides, sterilizers and autoclaves.
- Addressed patient care needs, collected vitals, dressed wounds, and managed catheters.
- Charted changes in patient conditions and discussed concerns with supervising healthcare provider.
- Assembled and used catheters, tracheotomy tubes or oxygen suppliers.
- Delivered high-quality direct and indirect nursing care to patients.
- Facilitated communication between patients, family members, and healthcare professionals.
- Directed implementation of improved patient care and documentation methods and procedures to achieve quality objectives.
- Answered patient calls, identified issues, and determined how best to provide assistance within parameters established by facility and supervisor.
Operations Manager
Blue Diamond Care Solutions
Las Vegas, NV
11.2021 - Current
- Supervisor: Kimberly Gonzales (702) 521-7190
- Directed day-to-day operations by spearheading the implementation of short-term and long-term strategies to achieve business plan and profitability goals.
- Managed scheduling, training, and inventory control.
- Implemented policies and standard operating procedures and managed quality, customer service, and logistics.
- Delivered positive customer experiences by implementing effective quality assurance practices.
- Planned delivery routing, team workflows and promotional initiatives.
- Improved morale and management communication by creating employee recognition and rewards practices.
- Recruited, hired and trained crew members on application of projects, customer relations and customer service.
- Developed initiatives for process improvement and reviewed and assessed ongoing operations.
- Generated performance and labor strategies to compete in new and existing markets.
- Presented performance and productivity reports to supervisors.
- Produced SOPs to document workplace procedures and optimize productivity through standardization.
- Guided employees on understanding and meeting changing customer needs and expectations.
- Anticipated and tracked operational and tactical risks to provide strategic solutions.
- Responded to information requests from superiors, providing specific documentation.
- Motivated and evaluated personnel for performance improvement and goal achievement.
- Conducted employee observations and documented findings.
- Collaborated with board of directors to determine mission and values and plan for short and long-term goals.
- Collaborated with team leaders on quality audits.
- Enforced federal, state, local and company rules for safety and operations.
- Addressed customer concerns with suitable solutions.
- Crafted operations best practices using audits and project management team feedback.
- Aided senior leadership during executive decision-making process by generating daily reports to recommend corrective actions and improvements.
- Connected with clients and developed strategies to achieve sales and customer service goals.
- Tracked and replenished inventory to maintain par levels.
- Identified areas of deficiency and performed root-cause analysis to solve problems.
- Resolved challenges associated with company websites, vendors and telecoms.
- Built strong operational teams to meet process and production demands.
- Administered medications and monitored patient vitals in accordance with care plans.
- Assisted physicians in examinations and procedures, ensuring patient comfort and safety.
- Provided wound care and management to promote healing and prevent infection.
- Educated patients and families on health maintenance and medication management.
- Collaborated with healthcare teams to develop individualized patient care strategies.
- Documented patient progress accurately in electronic health records systems.
- Trained new nursing staff on best practices and facility protocols for care delivery.
- Communicated effectively with patients regarding treatment plans and follow-up care instructions.
- Observed changes in patient's condition and reported any significant changes to the registered nurse or physician.
- Administered medications and treatments according to established protocols.
- Performed physical assessments, including vital signs and health history documentation.
- Monitored vital signs, fluid intake and output levels, glucose levels, and other medical tests results.
- Maintained a safe environment by following infection control policies and procedures.
- Provided patient care in accordance with physicians' orders and nursing standards of practice.
- Conducted regular rounds to assess the status of assigned patients.
- Educated patients on disease prevention and management strategies for their individual conditions.
- Administered prescribed medications or started intravenous fluids, noting times and amounts on patient charts.
- Monitored patient's respiration activity, blood pressure and blood glucose levels in response to medical administration.
- Collected and documented vital signs to track current patient conditions.
- Managed emergency situations promptly according to established protocols.
- Adhered to facility policies and procedures while providing quality nursing care.
- Ensured that all clinical documentation is accurate and up-to-date in the electronic medical record system.
- Coordinated with doctors and registered nurses to develop care plans for patients.
- Provided emotional support to patients dealing with illness or injury related issues.
- Communicated concerns regarding patients' status, care and environment to nursing supervisors, clinical care supervisors and case managers.
- Assessed patient complaints accurately and provided appropriate interventions.
- Promoted culture of safety for patients and employees through proper identification, reporting documentation and prevention.
- Used sterile techniques to prepare patients for procedures.
- Collected biological specimens and packaged for laboratory transport to complete diagnostic tests.
- Assisted with admissions and discharges of patients from hospital units or long-term care facilities.
- Prevented drug interactions and contributed to correct diagnosis by recording patient health information, monitoring vitals and updating patient files.
- Instructed patients on proper use of equipment such as wheelchairs or walkers.
- Followed rehabilitation and treatment care plans to accelerate patient recovery, minimize pain, and optimize patient outcomes.
- Assembled and used catheters, tracheotomy tubes or oxygen suppliers.
- Delivered high-quality direct and indirect nursing care to patients.
- Facilitated communication between patients, family members, and healthcare professionals.
LVN Floor Nurse
Transitional Care of Las Vegas
Las Vegas, NV
10.2020 - 07.2022
- Supervisor: Adheelyn Junio (518) 353-9941
- Charted changes in patient conditions and discussed concerns with supervising healthcare provider.
- Addressed patient care needs, collected vitals, dressed wounds, and managed catheters.
- Cared for patients' acute and chronic wounds by changing dressings and applying medicated compounds.
- Observed strict confidentiality and safeguarded all patient-related information.
- Worked with registered nurses to deliver comprehensive, high-quality care to patients.
- Inserted, cared for, and removed patients' catheters and monitored fluid output.
- Administered prescribed medications and started intravenous fluids to address patient symptoms and underlying etiologies.
- Monitored infection control procedures to verify facility-wide health and safety.
- Assisted with patients' nutritional needs by setting up self-feeding assistance or directly feeding individuals with severely limited mobility.
- Evaluated patient care procedural changes for effectiveness and made necessary adjustments.
- Managed patients' hygiene with comprehensive care for toileting, bathing and grooming needs.
- Directed implementation of improved patient care and documentation methods and procedures to achieve quality objectives.
- Kept EHR updated with patients' vital statistics, tracking metrics and observations about behaviors or responses.
- Collected biological samples for routine laboratory testing to assist diagnostic processes.
- 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.
- Documented patient intake and dietary requirements and aided with feeding and monitoring.
- 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.
- Looked for physical, emotional and symptomatic changes in patient condition and obtained necessary care for medical concerns.
- Promoted patient satisfaction by assisting with bathing, dressing and exercising.
- Followed rehabilitation and treatment care plans to accelerate patient recovery, minimize pain and optimize patient outcomes.
- Assisted physicians with examinations and patient scans during diagnostic processes.
- 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.
- Answered patient calls, identified issues and determined how best to provide assistance within parameters established by facility and supervisor.
LPN Admission Nurse
Transitional Care of Las Vegas
Las Vegas, NV
10.2020 - 07.2022
- Supervisor: Adheelyn Junio (518) 353-9941
- Communicated concerns regarding patients' status, care, and environment to nursing supervisors, clinical care supervisors, and case managers.
- Assisted physicians with examinations and patient scans during diagnostic processes.
- Coordinated with doctors and registered nurses to develop care plans for patients.
- Interviewed patients to obtain a medical history.
- Observed strict confidentiality and safeguarded all patient-related information.
- Kept EHR updated with patients' vital statistics, tracking metrics, and observations about behaviors or responses.
LPN Charge Nurse
Kindred Health Care
Las Vegas, Nevada
10.2018 - 10.2020
- Established direct lines of communication between nursing staff and other interested departments, supporting patient care with collaboration between personnel with complementary specialties.
- Analyzed charts and utilized data to recommend proper treatment courses to physicians.
- Administered high consequence medications with exacting accuracy, monitoring patients for side effects and supporting patient comfort and comprehensive recovery.
- Monitored patients with incontinence issues, both after procedures and in recovery from trauma, installing catheters and monitoring bedpans to keep patients safe and comfortable.
- Supervised exceptional team with collaborative leadership and creative responses to resource scarcity and nurse availability.
- Supported nurses in routine wound care and attending to complex lacerations and punctures.
- Evaluated patient care needs to prioritize treatment and maintain patient flow.
- Documented and collected vital signs to track patient conditions.
- Assisted physicians with patient scans and examinations during diagnostic processes.
- Collected blood, urine or sputum samples from patients to perform routine lab tests.
- Managed intravenous medication to stabilize patient blood pressure and heart.
- Counseled and educated patients specific to diagnosis and health history.
- Conducted daily rounds to assess patient condition and distribute medications.
- Used sterile techniques to prepare patients for procedures.
- Implemented new floor assignments based on evaluation of staffing requirements.
LPN Charge Nurse
Desert Hills Post-Acute and Rehab Center
Las Vegas, Nevada
09.2017 - 10.2018
- Supervisor: Dee Dee Policarpio; (201) 744-3118.
- Administered high consequence medications with exacting accuracy, monitoring patients for side effects and supporting patient comfort and comprehensive recovery.
- Established direct lines of communication between nursing staff and other interested departments, supporting patient care with collaboration between personnel with complementary specialties.
- Analyzed charts and utilized data to recommend proper treatment courses to physicians.
- Monitored patients with incontinence issues, both after procedures and in recovery from trauma, installing catheters and monitoring bedpans to keep patients safe and comfortable.
- Supervised exceptional team with collaborative leadership and creative responses to resource scarcity and nurse availability.
- Supported nurses in routine wound care and attending to complex lacerations and punctures.
- Evaluated patient care needs to prioritize treatment and maintain patient flow.
- Advocated for patients by respecting and supporting values, basic rights and beliefs.
- Documented and collected vital signs to track patient conditions.
- Assisted physicians with patient scans and examinations during diagnostic processes.
- Modified patient treatment plans as indicated by patients' responses and conditions.
- Collected blood, urine or sputum samples from patients to perform routine lab tests.
- Managed intravenous medication to stabilize patient blood pressure and heart.
- Counseled and educated patients specific to diagnosis and health history.
- Recorded patient medical history, vital statistics and test results in medical records.
- Conducted daily rounds to assess patient condition and distribute medications.
- Planned professional development of nurses with ranging experience levels, encouraging continual education and adaptation to evolving circumstances.
- Used sterile techniques to prepare patients for procedures.
- Implemented new floor assignments based on evaluation of staffing requirements.
Medication/Admission Nurse
Silver Hills Health Care Center
Las Vegas, Nevada
04.2013 - 11.2017
- Supervisor: Myles Manuel; (562) 387-8569.
- Gathered entire medical histories and information related to the patient's treatment procedures.
- Supported patients' families and caregivers with education, information, and emotional reassurance.
- Recorded care information accurately and completely in the electronic data system.
- Maintained current competency in nursing specialty by attending educational workshops and conferences.
- Administered medication in accordance with physician orders to maintain accuracy and compliance.
- Monitored patient's vital signs and initiated corrective action for adverse symptomatology.
- Responded to emergency situations with speed, expertise and level-headed approaches to provide optimal care, support and life-saving interventions.
- Helped patients and families feel comfortable during challenging and stressful situations, promoting recovery and reducing compliance issues.
- Assessed patient conditions, monitored behaviors and updated supervising physicians with observations and concerns.
- Maintained strict patient data procedures to comply with HIPAA laws and prevent information breaches.
- Advocated for patient needs with interdisciplinary team and implemented outlined treatment plans.
- Observed strict safety measures, including checking medication dosages before administration to patients.
- Administered oral, IV and intra-muscular medications and monitored patient reactions.
- Utilized computerized Resource and Patient Management System (RPMS) and Electronic Health Record (EHR) system.
- Delivered information regarding care and medications to patients and caregivers in comprehendible terminology.
Medication Nurse
Southern Nevada Medical and Rehab Center
Las Vegas, Nevada
08.2011 - 08.2013
- Supervisor: Bianca Voluntad; (702)764-5874.
- Reported symptoms and conditions of patients related to medication effects.
- Conducted pain assessments to determine effectiveness of administered medications.
- Verified completion of medication consent form, establishing dose, schedule and side effects.
- Audited medication administration records and physician orders for completeness prior to administration and throughout entire shift.
- Coordinated with pharmacists to maintain sufficient supply levels.
- Cosigned medication waste and deliveries, reconciling inventory to eliminate discrepancies.
- Responded to emergency situations with speed, expertise and level-headed approaches to provide optimal care, support and life-saving interventions.
- Helped patients and families feel comfortable during challenging and stressful situations, promoting recovery and reducing compliance issues.
- Assessed patient conditions, monitored behaviors and updated supervising physicians with observations and concerns.
- Maintained strict patient data procedures to comply with HIPAA laws and prevent information breaches.
- Advocated for patient needs with interdisciplinary team and implemented outlined treatment plans.
- Observed strict safety measures, including checking medication dosages before administration to patients.
- Coordinated with healthcare team to establish, enact and evaluate patient care plans.
- Administered oral, IV and intra-muscular medications and monitored patient reactions.
- Utilized computerized Resource and Patient Management System (RPMS) and Electronic Health Record (EHR) system.
- Monitored diet, physical activity, behaviors and other patient factors to assess conditions and adjust treatment plans.
- Delivered information regarding care and medications to patients and caregivers in comprehendible terminology.
Medication Nurse
Cumberland Nursing and Rehab Center
Fayetteville, NC
03.2010 - 05.2011
- Reported symptoms and conditions of patients related to medication effects.
- Conducted pain assessments to determine effectiveness of administered medications.
- Verified completion of medication consent form, establishing dose, schedule and side effects.
- Audited medication administration records and physician orders for completeness prior to administration and throughout entire shift.
- Coordinated with pharmacists to maintain sufficient supply levels.
- Cosigned medication waste and deliveries, reconciling inventory to eliminate discrepancies.
- Responded to emergency situations with speed, expertise and level-headed approaches to provide optimal care, support and life-saving interventions.
- Helped patients and families feel comfortable during challenging and stressful situations, promoting recovery and reducing compliance issues.
- Assessed patient conditions, monitored behaviors and updated supervising physicians with observations and concerns.
- Maintained strict patient data procedures to comply with HIPAA laws and prevent information breaches.
- Advocated for patient needs with interdisciplinary team and implemented outlined treatment plans.
- Observed strict safety measures, including checking medication dosages before administration to patients.
- Coordinated with healthcare team to establish, enact and evaluate patient care plans.
- Administered oral, IV and intra-muscular medications and monitored patient reactions.
- Utilized computerized Resource and Patient Management System (RPMS) and Electronic Health Record (EHR) system.
Vaccination Nurse
Superior Medical Staffing
09.2009 - 05.2011
- Collected and documented vital signs to track current patient conditions.
- Answered patient and family questions to educate on optimal treatment procedures.
- Observed and carried out physician and nursing orders.
- Recorded patient condition, vital signs, recovery progress, and medication side effects.
- Administered medications, tracked dosages, and documented patient conditions.
- Educated patients, caregivers, and families on diagnoses, treatment options, and disease prevention.
Education
Associate of Applied Science - LPN Nursing
Fayetteville Technical Community College
Fayetteville, North Carolina, NC07-2010
Skills
- Basic case manager, emotional support, immunization, injections, instruction, managing, management training, mental health, nursing, assisting patients, bathing, patient care, progress, recording, supervising, vital signs, wound care, infection control, Covid testing, operations
- Team management
- Multitasking
- Problem resolution
- Friendly, positive attitude
- Teambuilding
Additional Information
- Educations License Practical Nurse Fayetteville Technical College of Fayetteville, NC
- Certifications License Practical Nurse NV
- Licensed Practical Nurse NC Current
- IV Certification
- CPR BASIC Life Support Certification
- BLS Educator Certificate
Certification
BLS Certification
Timeline
LPN
Encompass Health Rehabilitation Hospital
04.2022 - Current
Operations Manager
Blue Diamond Care Solutions
11.2021 - Current
LVN Floor Nurse
Transitional Care of Las Vegas
10.2020 - 07.2022
LPN Admission Nurse
Transitional Care of Las Vegas
10.2020 - 07.2022
LPN Charge Nurse
Kindred Health Care
10.2018 - 10.2020
LPN Charge Nurse
Desert Hills Post-Acute and Rehab Center
09.2017 - 10.2018
Medication/Admission Nurse
Silver Hills Health Care Center
04.2013 - 11.2017
Medication Nurse
Southern Nevada Medical and Rehab Center
08.2011 - 08.2013
Medication Nurse
Cumberland Nursing and Rehab Center
03.2010 - 05.2011
Vaccination Nurse
Superior Medical Staffing
09.2009 - 05.2011
Associate of Applied Science - LPN Nursing
Fayetteville Technical Community College