Matthew Faulkner
Mount Ida,AR
Summary
Knowledgeable and patient-oriented nursing professional with 10+ years in providing exceptional patient care. Excellent communication skills, patient advocacy, and multi-disciplinary team collaboration. Excels in patient and/or family support, clinical teaching, and providing education through medical evidence based practices. Quality-driven with strong attention to detail to ensure patient safety and quality care. Proficient in patient monitoring, chart updates, implementation of physician orders, and clinical documentation.
Overview
11
11
years of professional experience
Work History
Licensed Practical Nurse
The Atrium at Serenity Pointe
Hot Springs National Park, AR
06.2016 - 03.2024
- Administered medications and treatments according to established protocols.
- Implementation of MD orders, and routine chart audits to ensure EMAR reflects correct/up to date clinical data.
- Observed changes in patient's condition and reported any significant changes to the registered nurse or physician.
- Provided emotional support to patients and their families during challenging times.
- Communicated effectively with patients, family members, healthcare team members, and other stakeholders regarding patient care plans or concerns.
- Monitored vital signs, fluid intake and output levels, glucose levels, and other medical tests results.
- Directed implementation of improved patient care and documentation methods and procedures to achieve quality objectives.
- Adhered to facility policies and procedures while providing quality nursing care.
- Provided patient care in accordance with physicians' orders and nursing standards of practice.
- Answered patient and family questions to educate on optimal treatment procedures.
- Collaborated with multi-disciplinary staff to improve overall patient care and response times.
- Communicated with patients with compassion while keeping medical information private.
- Educated patients on disease prevention and management strategies for their individual conditions.
- Maintained a safe environment by following infection control policies and procedures.
SNF Nurse
Lake Hamilton Health and Rehab
Hot Springs National Park, AR
05.2014 - 06.2016
- Provided nursing care for patients with various medical diagnoses and treatments.
- Administered medications and treatments in accordance with physician orders.
- Monitored vital signs, lab results, and other relevant clinical data.
- Utilized technology such as EHR systems for documentation, communication, order entry.
- Ensured compliance with HIPAA regulations when handling confidential information.
Clinical Nurse
Healthstar Physicians Of Hot Springs
Hot Springs National Park, AR
11.2012 - 05.2014
- Coordinated referrals for specialty services when needed.
- Maintained accurate patient records and documentation according to clinic standards.
- Monitored vital signs, laboratory results, and other health data.
- Prepared patient rooms for visits by cleaning, sanitizing equipment and stocking supplies.
- Collected blood samples using phlebotomy best practices and labeled specimens for testing.
- Coordinated timely refills for patients' prescriptions by obtaining authorizations and transmitting paperwork.
Education
tech - Practical Nursing
National Park College
Hot Springs, AR05-2012
Skills
- Nursing Ethics
- Detail Oriented
- Patient Management
- AR Licensed Practical Nurse
- Quality Direct and/or Indirect Patient Care
- Clinical Documentation
- Communication Skills
- Healthcare Education and Teaching
- Geriatric Care
- HIPAA Compliance
- Empathetic and compassionate
- Collaboration with Multi-Disciplinary Team Members
Timeline
Licensed Practical Nurse
The Atrium at Serenity Pointe
06.2016 - 03.2024
SNF Nurse
Lake Hamilton Health and Rehab
05.2014 - 06.2016
Clinical Nurse
Healthstar Physicians Of Hot Springs
11.2012 - 05.2014
tech - Practical Nursing
National Park College
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