Motivated nurse looking to further my nursing education . Dedicated, flexible, and able to learn new concepts quickly.
Overview
25
25
years of professional experience
Work History
LPN Charge Nurse
Sheridan County Health Complex
Hoxie, KS
07.2021 - Current
Administered medications in accordance with policies and legal limitations.
Assessed patients' health conditions and monitored changes in their condition.
Observed and reported changes in condition of patients and signs and symptoms of deviations from normal health status.
Supervised the activities of other nursing staff members and provided guidance when necessary.
Documented adverse patient reactions to medications and reported findings to supervisors.
Provided patient care plans, treatments, and medications according to physicians' orders.
Educated patients on conditions, medications and self-care skills.
Carried out physician orders accurately while adhering to hospital policies and procedures.
LPN Office Nurse
Sheridan Count Health Department
Hoxie, KS
10.2020 - 07.2021
Answered incoming calls, took messages, and transferred calls to appropriate departments or personnel.
Scheduled and confirmed appointments.
Greeted visitors and provided them with assistance.
Scheduled appointments for clients, customers, and other visitors.
Updated and recorded customer or client information to maintain accounts.
Performed data entry tasks into various computer systems accurately and promptly.
Provided administrative support to staff members including typing letters, filing documents, and scanning and copying documents when necessary.
Maintained daily calendars, set appointments with clients and planned daily office events.
Processed payments and updated accounts to reflect balance changes.
Assisted in maintaining office supplies inventory by checking stock to determine inventory level; anticipating needed supplies; placing orders for supplies; verifying receipt of supplies.
Delivered administrative support to team members by making copies, sending faxes, organizing documents and rearranging schedules.
Provided direct physical and emotional support to patients and their families.
Instructed patients and their families about disease prevention, proper nutrition, medication management and other health related topics.
Participated in educational programs to keep up-to-date on new developments in nursing practice.
Administer vaccines to children and adults according to CDC guidelines.
Perform foot cares, blood pressure checks, blood draws, and medication set-up and
other basic nursing cares within scope of practice.
LPN/Assistant Director of Nursing
Sheridan County Health Complex
Hoxie, KS
02.2012 - 10.2020
Coordinated with interdisciplinary team members such as doctors, nurses and social workers to ensure quality patient care was provided.
Provided direct physical and emotional support to patients and their families.
Instructed patients and their families about disease prevention, proper nutrition, medication management and other health related topics.
Participated in educational programs to keep up-to-date on new developments in nursing practice.
Provided emotional support during difficult times such as end-of-life decisions or family disputes over treatment options.
Collaborated with multidisciplinary teams to develop long term goals for patients who require ongoing treatment.
Educated staff members regarding infection control protocols or best practices when caring for a particular type of illness or injury.
Evaluated effectiveness of interventions implemented based on patient responses or feedback from family members.
Looked for physical, emotional and symptomatic changes in patient condition and obtained necessary care for medical concerns.
Worked as part of healthcare team to assess patient needs, plan and modify care and implement interventions.
Assessed competency of clinical staff to promote quality, continuity, and safety.
Implemented infection control measures according to established protocols.
Investigated incidents reported by staff members or patients and families.
Assessed staffing needs based on patient census and acuity levels.
Implemented changes needed to correct deficiencies found during government inspections.
Assisted with recruitment and retention of nursing staff.
Managed changes in integrated health care delivery systems and technological innovations while keeping focus on quality of care.
Directed, supervised and evaluated medical, clerical or maintenance personnel.
LPN Charge Nurse
Sheridan County Health Complex
Hoxie, KS
07.2005 - 01.2012
Administered medications in accordance with policies and legal limitations.
Assessed patients' health conditions and monitored changes in their condition.
Observed and reported changes in condition of patients and signs and symptoms of deviations from normal health status.
Supervised the activities of other nursing staff members and provided guidance when necessary.
Communicated effectively with patients, families, colleagues, and other healthcare professionals.
Carried out physician orders accurately while adhering to hospital policies and procedures.
Implemented new floor assignments based on evaluation of staffing requirements.
Evaluated patient care needs to prioritize treatment and maintain patient flow.
Addressed patient care needs, collected vitals, dressed wounds and managed catheters.
Administered medications and therapies in accordance with physicians orders.
CNA
Sheridan County Health Complex
Hoxie, KS
07.1999 - 06.2005
Provided assistance with activities of daily living, including bathing, dressing and grooming.
Performed vital sign assessments, such as taking blood pressure and temperature.
Maintained a clean, safe environment for the patient by adhering to infection control policies and procedures.
Answered patient call lights promptly and responded to requests appropriately.
Reported changes in patient conditions to registered nurse or physician.
Observed patients for any physical or emotional changes, reported findings to medical staff immediately.
Ensured compliance with HIPAA regulations regarding confidentiality of information.
Monitored food intake and output as directed by nursing staff.
Provided emotional support to family members during difficult times.
Assisted with range of motion exercises and other rehabilitative activities per physician orders.
Participated in educational programs designed to improve knowledge of health care practices.
Assisted residents with bathing and dressing to promote personal hygiene.