Licensed Practical Nurse with over 34 years of experience in acute, long-term care and rehabilitation settings. Focused on providing hands-on care with dedication and compassion and skilled to adapt to new clinical environments.
Overview
34
34
years of professional experience
Work History
Charge Licensed Practical Nurse
Concord Reserve
2116 Dover Center Road Westlake
09.2021 - Current
Diabetic teaching and monitoring
Colostomy and ileostomy care and management
Pulse Oximetry tracking and vital signs
Monitoring and reporting lab values
Collect urine, stool, sputum, wound and nasal samples from patients to perform routine lab tests
Assist wound doctor with rounds, transcribing orders and updating families
Documentation of patient data in Point Click Care Software for compliance
Hospice and Palliative care
Supervise and assist Certified Nursing Assistants to ensure quality patient care
Promptly address family and resident concerns and requests.
Administered medications and treatments per physician orders and facility protocols
Charge Licensed Practical Nurse
The Orchards of Westlake
4000 Crocker Road Westlake
06.1992 - 12.2021
IV therapy and medication administration
Monitored vital signs and lab values, reporting significant changes to nurse practitioner for timely intervention.
Managed care and maintenance of Nasogastric and Gastrostomy tube feedings, ensuring patient comfort and nutritional needs.
Wound Vac care and maintenance
Skilled Unit with clinical documentation
Documentation Point Click Care Software
Collaborated in Infection Control Committee to enhance patient safety protocols and reduce infection rates.
Education
BLS Certification American Heart Association CPR
University Hospitals Geauga Medical Center
Chardon, OH 44024
12-2024
LPN IV Therapy Certification
PharMedCorporation
24340 Sperry Drive Westlake, OH 44145
07-2007
Some College (No Degree) - Licensed Practical Nurse
Lorain County Community College
1005 N. Abbe Road, Elyria OH 44035
06-1992
Skills
Hands-on patient care
HIPAA compliance
Infection control practices
Safety measures management
Strong clinical judgment
Attention to detail
Effective communication
Workplace professionalism
Timeline
Charge Licensed Practical Nurse
Concord Reserve
09.2021 - Current
Charge Licensed Practical Nurse
The Orchards of Westlake
06.1992 - 12.2021
BLS Certification American Heart Association CPR
University Hospitals Geauga Medical Center
LPN IV Therapy Certification
PharMedCorporation
Some College (No Degree) - Licensed Practical Nurse
Charge Licensed Practical Nurse at Five Star Premier Residences Senior LivingCharge Licensed Practical Nurse at Five Star Premier Residences Senior Living