Maureen Ashihundu
Tacoma,WA
Summary
Accomplished LPN with a proven track record at Life Care Center, demonstrating exceptional skills in clinical judgment and compassionate care. Expert in vital signs monitoring and geriatric nursing, significantly enhancing patient outcomes. Adept at fostering patient relationships and advancing healthcare standards through continuous professional development and adherence to best practices.
Overview
4
4
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
LPN Float Pool
Life Care Center
03.2023 - Current
- Utilized time management skills to prioritize tasks effectively, allowing for efficient completion of daily responsibilities.
- Maintained accurate documentation of all relevant clinical data, ensuring compliance with regulatory standards.
- Implemented infection control measures, ensuring a clean and safe environment for patients and staff.
- Managed patient care through closely monitoring respiration, blood pressure, and blood glucose levels.
- Assisted with admissions, appointments, transfers, and discharges.
- Obtained patient vital signs and input/output measurements from inpatients.
- Administered controlled narcotics, inserted IVs, and performed catheterizations.
- Performed wound care treatments using sterile techniques, promoting healing and preventing complications.
- Adhered to treatment plan instructions when administering medications and treatments to patients.
- Improved patient outcomes by providing high-quality nursing care and closely monitoring vital signs.
- Cared for wounds, provided treatments, and assisted with procedures.
- Reduced medication errors by accurately administering medications and diligently verifying patient information.
- Documented accurate and complete patient information to address patient problems and expected outcomes.
- Participated in ongoing professional development opportunities to enhance knowledge base and skillset as an LPN.
Student RN
Tacoma General Hospital
07.2024 - 08.2024
- Administered medications accurately and safely, reducing medication errors and adverse reactions.
- Enhanced patient satisfaction through effective communication, empathy, and timely response to their needs.
- Collaborated with interdisciplinary teams for comprehensive patient care plans, resulting in better health outcomes.
- Administered medications via oral, IV, and intramuscular injections and monitored responses.
Student Registered Nurse
Western State Hospital
05.2024 - 06.2024
- Gained proficiency in various diagnostic tests such as EKGs or blood glucose monitoring devices that aided in the identification of patient conditions.
- Demonstrated strong clinical judgment in assessing patient conditions and escalating concerns when necessary for timely intervention.
Student Registered Nurse
St Joseph Hospital
10.2023 - 11.2023
- Streamlined communication among team members by effectively utilizing electronic health records and documenting pertinent patient information.
- Gained proficiency in various diagnostic tests such as EKGs or blood glucose monitoring devices that aided in the identification of patient conditions.
- Demonstrated strong clinical judgment in assessing patient conditions and escalating concerns when necessary for timely intervention.
- Participated in the development of evidence-based nursing interventions, contributing to improved clinical practice.
LPN
Garden Terrace
12.2020 - 02.2023
- Utilized time management skills to prioritize tasks effectively, allowing for efficient completion of daily responsibilities.
- Maintained accurate documentation of all relevant clinical data, ensuring compliance with regulatory standards.
- Managed patient care through closely monitoring respiration, blood pressure, and blood glucose levels.
- Administered controlled narcotics, inserted IVs, and performed catheterizations.
- Participated in ongoing professional development opportunities to enhance knowledge base and skillset as an LPN.
- Demonstrated adaptability in working with diverse patient populations across various healthcare settings.
- Implemented infection control measures, ensuring a clean and safe environment for patients and staff.
Education
Bachelor of Science - Nursing
Green River Community College
Auburn, WA06.2024
No Degree - Associate Degree Licensed Practical Nurse
Green River Community College
Auburn, WA08.2019
Skills
- Vital signs monitoring
- Medical Documentation
- Geriatric Nursing
- Catheter Care
- Compassionate Care
- Diabetes management
- End of life care
- Health Promotion
- Disease Prevention
- Clinical Documentation
- Patient Care
- Physical Assessment
- Documentation accuracy
- Immunization Administration
- Clinical judgment
- Geriatric Care
- Chronic Disease Management
Certification
AHA BLS Certificate
Timeline
Student RN
Tacoma General Hospital
07.2024 - 08.2024
Student Registered Nurse
Western State Hospital
05.2024 - 06.2024
Student Registered Nurse
St Joseph Hospital
10.2023 - 11.2023
LPN Float Pool
Life Care Center
03.2023 - Current
LPN
Garden Terrace
12.2020 - 02.2023
Bachelor of Science - Nursing
Green River Community College
No Degree - Associate Degree Licensed Practical Nurse
Green River Community College