MeChelle Stephens
Brecksville,OH
Summary
Self motivated LPN Charge Nurse known for high productivity and efficient task completion. Specialized skills in patient care management, wound dressing, and medication administration enhance ability to deliver exceptional care. Strong communication, leadership, and organizational abilities enable excellence in coordinating with healthcare teams and ensuring patient satisfaction.
Overview
8
8
years of professional experience
Work History
LPN Wound Nurse
Regina Health Center
Richfield, Ohio
03.2021 - Current
- Assessed patients' health conditions and monitored changes in their condition.
- Maintained accurate medical records and updated them regularly.
- Supervised the activities of other nursing staff members and provided guidance when needed
- Identified potential problems or risks that could affect patient outcomes.
- Responded promptly to emergency situations as needed.
- Evaluated patient responses to treatments and interventions and documented progress notes accordingly.
- Carried out physician orders accurately while adhering to facility policies and procedures.
- Assessed patients' wounds, monitored healing process and documented patient's medical history.
- Provided wound care treatments such as debridement, packing, and topical applications of ointments or creams.
- Collaborated with other healthcare professionals to develop individualized treatment plans for each patient.
- Ensured that proper infection control protocols were followed during all procedures.
- Utilized specialized equipment such as negative pressure wound therapy machines.
LPN
IntelyCare
Cleveland, Ohio
08.2019 - Current
- 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.
LPN Charge Nurse
Elmcroft Assisted Living
Sagamore Hills, Ohio
09.2016 - 02.2021
- Assessed patients' health conditions and monitored changes in their condition.
- Provided patient care plans, treatments, and medications according to physicians' orders.
- Maintained accurate medical records and updated them regularly.
- Ensured all safety protocols were followed during patient care.
- Supervised the activities of other nursing staff members and provided guidance when necessary.
- Documented adverse patient reactions to medications and reported findings to supervisors.
Pediatric Charge Nurse
Neon Health Services
Cleveland, OH
10.2016 - 11.2017
- Educated patients about their conditions and medications prescribed.
- Counseled patients on lifestyle changes needed for better health outcomes.
- Provided preventative care advice to promote healthy lifestyles.
- Monitored vital signs such as temperature, pulse rate, respiration rate, blood pressure.
- Performed physical assessments including growth measurements and developmental screenings.
- Assisted physicians during examinations and medical procedures in the pediatric unit.
- Maintained accurate records of patient's health care plans and progress notes.
- Helped pediatric patients understand and feel at ease with vaccines, tests and minor procedures.
- Administered vaccines and immunizations as required by state laws.
Education
LPN - Nursing
Cuyahoga Valley Career Center
Brecksville, OH06-2016
Associate of Arts -
Cuyahoga Community College
Cleveland, OH06-2015
Some College (No Degree) - Nursing
University of Akron
Akron, OHSkills
- Surgical care
- Clinical judgment
- End of life care
- Policy compliance
- Vital signs monitoring
- Performance monitoring
- Patient support
- Personal hygiene support
- Diabetes management
- Pediatric nursing
- Multitasking
- CPR/AED
- Wound Dressing
- Medical Terminology
- Update electronic charts
- Monitor IV fluids
- Patient Advocacy
- Time management abilities
- Administer medications
- Rehabilitation support
- Problem-solving abilities
- CPR Certification
- Feeding Assistance
- Post Operative Care
Timeline
LPN Wound Nurse
Regina Health Center
03.2021 - Current
LPN
IntelyCare
08.2019 - Current
Pediatric Charge Nurse
Neon Health Services
10.2016 - 11.2017
LPN Charge Nurse
Elmcroft Assisted Living
09.2016 - 02.2021
LPN - Nursing
Cuyahoga Valley Career Center
Associate of Arts -
Cuyahoga Community College
Some College (No Degree) - Nursing
University of Akron