Michele Johns
Charleston,IL
Summary
Dynamic LPN Charge Nurse with extensive experience at Hilltop Skilled Care Rehabilitation, excelling in patient vital signs assessment and compassionate end-of-life support. Proven ability to develop individualized care plans and enhance team performance through effective delegation and training, ensuring optimal patient safety and comfort in high-pressure environments.
Overview
10
10
years of professional experience
Work History
LPN Charge Nurse
Hilltop Skilled Care Rehabilitation
05.2019 - 12.2024
- Administered patient care and monitored vital signs to ensure safety and comfort.
- Assisted in developing individualized care plans based on patient assessments.
- Collaborated with interdisciplinary teams to coordinate patient treatments and services.
- Educated patients and families on health management and medication administration.
Phoenix Daytimedrop in Center Coordinator
CU at Home
06.2016 - 04.2019
- Coordinated daily operations to optimize resource allocation and improve service delivery.
- Developed and implemented training programs for new staff, enhancing team performance and efficiency.
- Streamlined communication processes between departments, fostering collaboration and timely information sharing.
- Monitored center activities, ensuring compliance with organizational policies and regulatory standards.
- Analyzed operational workflows to identify areas for process improvement, increasing overall effectiveness.
- Led initiatives to enhance customer satisfaction through targeted feedback collection and response strategies.
- Mentored junior staff, providing guidance on best practices and professional development opportunities.
- Supported grant writing efforts by gathering data on center activities and assisting in the development of compelling proposals for funding opportunities.
LPN Charge Nurse
Petersen Healthcare
03.2015 - 04.2019
- Conducted routine equipment checks, ensuring readiness for clinical procedures and interventions.
- Assessed patients' temperature, pulse, and blood pressure and recorded in electronic medical records.
- Delegated tasks effectively, optimizing staff productivity and maintaining a well-organized nursing unit.
- Assembled and used equipment such as catheters, tracheotomy tubes, or oxygen suppliers to effectively manage patient care.
- Utilized critical thinking skills to make sound clinical decisions in high-pressure situations, minimizing risks and ensuring patient safety.
- Documented patient progress accurately in electronic health records for continuity of care.
- Supported nursing staff by organizing daily schedules and assigning tasks effectively.
Education
LPN - Nursing
LakeLand College
Mattoon08-2005
CNA Certificate - CNA
Lakeland College
Mattoon, IL08-2003
Skills
- Patient vital signs assessment
- Timely clinical documentation
- Elderly care management
- Compassionate end-of-life support
Timeline
LPN Charge Nurse
Hilltop Skilled Care Rehabilitation
05.2019 - 12.2024
Phoenix Daytimedrop in Center Coordinator
CU at Home
06.2016 - 04.2019
LPN Charge Nurse
Petersen Healthcare
03.2015 - 04.2019
LPN - Nursing
LakeLand College
CNA Certificate - CNA
Lakeland College
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