Mindy Carrington
Benton,AR
Summary
Seasoned LPN Charge Nurse with a strong background in supervising nursing workflows, monitoring patient changes, and supporting safe, efficient care. Skilled in interdisciplinary collaboration, discharge planning, and timely communication with physicians, families, and care teams. Focused on improving patient outcomes through leadership, accuracy, and dependable follow-through.
Overview
19
19
years of professional experience
Work History
Licensed Practical Nurse
Bryant Medical Clinic
Bryant, AR
07.2022 - Current
- Administered medications and treatments according to established protocols.
- Collected vital signs and updated patient charts in clinic records.
- Prepared patients for examinations and minor procedures.
- Maintained clean treatment areas and stocked clinical supplies to support efficient patient care.
- Ensured accuracy and timeliness of clinical documentation in an electronic medical record system for optimal patient management.
- Facilitated patient referrals to specialty services, enhancing continuity of care.
- Supported outpatient care in Bryant Medical Clinic exam rooms.
LPN Charge Nurse
Heartland Nursing And Rehabilitation
Benton, AR
10.2019 - 07.2022
- Supervised nursing workflows in rehabilitation unit at Heartland Nursing And Rehabilitation.
- Assessed patients' health conditions and monitored changes in their condition.
- Monitored resident conditions and documented changes in clinical records.
- Reviewed and updated care plans and nursing notes to enhance continuity of care for long-term residents.
- Coordinated admissions, transfers, and discharge preparations to ensure smooth transitions and optimal patient outcomes.
- Communicated resident concerns to physicians, families, and interdisciplinary staff.
- Oversaw certified nursing assistants to ensure quality resident care. during daily resident care activities.
- Communicated with patients with compassion while keeping medical information private.
- Delivered high-quality direct and indirect nursing care to patients.
- Worked with social workers, physical therapists and speech therapists to assess patient needs, plan and adjust plans of care and actualize nursing interventions to promote and restore patient health.
- Collaborated with multidisciplinary teams to coordinate effective patient care delivery systems.
- Reviewed lab results and made appropriate recommendations for further testing or treatment.
- Responded promptly to emergency situations.
- Ensured all safety protocols were followed during patient care.
- Observed and reported changes in patients' condition and signs and symptoms of deviations from normal health status.
- Provided patient care plans, treatments, and medications according to physicians' orders.
- Monitored medication administration for accuracy and compliance, ensuring effective treatment delivery and patient safety.
- Collaborated with supervisor to prepare nursing assessment summaries and healthcare plans.
- Coordinated discharge planning activities including arranging follow-up appointments for discharged patients.
LPN Field Nurse
Kindred at Home
Little Rock, Arkansas
02.2017 - 01.2020
- Delivered skilled nursing care during home visits for Kindred at Home patients.
- Provided direct patient care including wound management, medication administration, IV therapy, assessments, and treatments.
- Monitored vital signs, symptoms, and medication responses in home settings.
- Administered treatments and performed nursing procedures per home health orders.
- Coordinated care with physicians, therapists, and family caregivers.
- Educated patients and families on wound care, medication management, and safety practices to enhance recovery and prevent complications.
- Implemented infection control measures to prevent transmission during patient care through proper hand hygiene practices before and after contact with a patient.
- Delivered quality direct and indirect patient care to meet psychosocial, physical, and general care goals, assisting patients with activities of daily living and encouraging independence.
- Participated in interdisciplinary team meetings to discuss cases and develop individualized plans of care for each patient.
- Provided counseling on chronic disease management for conditions such as diabetes and hypertension, empowering patients to take control of their health.
- Notified physicians and other personnel of changes in patients' conditions.
- Charted changes in patient conditions and discussed concerns with the supervising healthcare provider.
- Assembled and used catheters, tracheotomy tubes or oxygen suppliers.
- Collaborated with social workers, physical therapists, and speech therapists to assess patient needs and adjust care plans.
- Worked with social workers, physical therapists and speech therapists to assess patient needs, plan and adjust plans of care and actualize nursing interventions to promote and restore patient health.
LPN Charge Nurse
Evergreen Nursing & Rehabilitation Center
Bryant, Arkansas
08.2014 - 02.2017
- Oversaw nursing workflows in rehabilitation unit at Heartland Nursing And Rehabilitation to ensure quality patient care.
- Evaluated patient responses to treatments and interventions and documented progress notes accordingly.
- Addressed emergencies in a timely manner to ensure patient safety.
- Coordinated admissions, transfers, and discharge preparations with care teams to facilitate seamless patient experiences.
- Led certified nursing assistants in daily resident care activities to maintain high standards of patient support.
- Reacted quickly to emergencies to stabilize patient conditions.
- Reviewed care plans and updated nursing notes for long-term care residents.
- Documented patient medical histories, current symptoms and vitals.
- Addressed patient care needs, collected vitals, dressed wounds, and managed catheters.
- Collected blood, urine or sputum from patients to perform routine laboratory tests.
- Worked with social workers, physical therapists and speech therapists to assess patient needs, plan and adjust plans of care and actualize nursing interventions to promote and restore patient health.
- Communicated effectively with patients, families, colleagues, and other healthcare professionals.
- Maintained accurate medical records and updated them regularly.
- Conducted regular inspections of patient care equipment for safety.
- Reviewed lab results and made appropriate recommendations for further testing or treatment.
- Charted changes in patient conditions and discussed concerns with a supervising healthcare provider.
- Reconciled medication supplies and maintained secure storage procedures.
Licensed Practical Nurse
UAMS Medical Center
Little Rock, Arkansas
04.2008 - 08.2014
- Administered medications and injections under physician direction
- Performed physical assessments, including vital signs and health history documentation.
- Collected vital signs and updated patient charts to ensure accurate health records
- Prepared patients for examinations and minor procedures
- Educated patients on medications, follow-up care, and home instructions
- Engaged with patients by phone to address needs and concerns, providing timely assistance
- Maintained clean treatment areas and stocked clinical supplies
- Ensured that all clinical documentation is accurate and up-to-date in the electronic medical record system.
Education
Associate of Applied Science - Practical Nursing
Arkansas State University Three Rivers
Malvern, AR12-2007
High School Diploma -
Fordyce High School
Fordyce05-1994
Skills
- Medication administration
- Vital signs monitoring
- Wound care
- Patient assessment
- Care planning
- Medication reconciliation
- Catheter care
- Immunization administration
- End-of-life care
- EMR charting
- Charting and recording
- Documentation accuracy
- HIPAA protocols
- HIPAA compliance
- Samples collection
- Geriatric care
- ADL assistance
- Tuberculosis testing
- Interdisciplinary collaboration
- Team coordination
- Critical thinking
- Multi-tasking and prioritization
- Licensed practical nurse
- Arkansas licensed practical nurse
- Athena, Centricity, Epic, PointClickCare EMR software
Timeline
Licensed Practical Nurse
Bryant Medical Clinic
07.2022 - Current
LPN Charge Nurse
Heartland Nursing And Rehabilitation
10.2019 - 07.2022
LPN Field Nurse
Kindred at Home
02.2017 - 01.2020
LPN Charge Nurse
Evergreen Nursing & Rehabilitation Center
08.2014 - 02.2017
Licensed Practical Nurse
UAMS Medical Center
04.2008 - 08.2014
Associate of Applied Science - Practical Nursing
Arkansas State University Three Rivers
High School Diploma -
Fordyce High School