Miranda Smith
LPN
Wentzville,MO
Summary
Results-driven LPN Charge Nurse with expertise in team management, patient care, and effective communication. Proven ability to develop and coordinate patient care plans, enhancing treatment outcomes and ensuring adherence to safety protocols.
Overview
8
8
years of professional experience
Work History
LPN Charge Nurse
The Quarters At Des Peres
St Louis, Missouri
10.2025 - 07.2026
- Supervised nursing staff to ensure adherence to care standards and protocols, enhancing patient safety.
- Administered medications and treatments per healthcare provider directives.
- Maintained accurate patient records using electronic health record systems.
- Collaborated with interdisciplinary teams to develop and implement patient care plans.
- Collaborated with interdisciplinary teams to develop and coordinate patient care plans, improving overall treatment outcomes.
- Educated patients and families on health management and wellness strategies.
- Monitored vital signs and communicated changes to healthcare team, facilitating timely interventions.
- Assisted in training new nursing staff on procedures and best practices.
LPN Charge Nurse
WINDSOR ESTATES OF ST. CHRLES
Saint Charles, Missouri
06.2025 - 08.2025
- Administered medications following policies and legal guidelines to ensure patient safety.
- Assessed patients' health conditions and monitored changes in their condition.
- Monitored and reported patient condition changes to facilitate timely interventions.
- Responded promptly to emergency situations.
- Ensured all safety protocols were followed during patient care.
- Supervised nursing staff and provided guidance to enhance quality of care.
- Maintained accurate medical records and updated them regularly.
LPN Nursing Supervisor
Mark Twain Manor
Bridgeton, Missouri
03.2023 - 06.2025
- Supervised daily nursing operations and staff activities at senior care facility.
- Guided nurses, LPNs, and other healthcare personnel on patient care policies and procedures.
- Managed patient care plans and coordinated with healthcare teams effectively.
- Trained and mentored nursing staff to enhance skills and knowledge.
- Ensured compliance with healthcare regulations and safety protocols consistently.
- Participated in quality assurance activities such as audits or reviews of patient charts or reports from other departments within the facility.
- Provided education and support services to families regarding their loved ones' health conditions.
- Developed strategies to maximize productivity while minimizing costs.
LPN Charge Nurse
Oakwood Estates Nursing Rehab
St Louis, Missouri
02.2020 - 03.2023
- Supervised nursing staff activities and provided guidance to enhance patient care quality.
- Provided patient care plans, treatments, and medications according to physicians' orders.
- Monitored and reported patient condition changes and deviations from normal health status to ensure timely intervention.
- Identified potential problems or risks that could affect patient outcomes.
- Documented adverse medication reactions and communicated findings to supervisors to improve patient safety.
- Maintained accurate medical records and updated them regularly.
LPN Charge Nurse
Bethesda Meadow
Ballwin, Missouri
05.2018 - 02.2020
- Promoted positive relationships between patients, families, visitors, physicians, nurses, volunteers.
- Collaborated with supervisor to prepare nursing assessment summaries and health care plans.
- Collaborated with multidisciplinary teams to coordinate effective patient care delivery systems.
- Participated in creating a safe environment by following fire safety regulations.
- Coordinated shift schedules and assigned duties to LPNs and CNAs based on qualifications.
- Developed strategies for improving quality of care standards within the unit or department.
- Charted changes in patient conditions and discussed concerns with supervising healthcare provider.
Education
Associate of Applied Science - Nursing
ST. LOUIS COLLEGE OF HEALTH CAREERS
Fenton, MO04-2016
High School Diploma -
SUMNER HIGH
St Louis, MO05-1996
Skills
- Medication administration
- Care plan coordination
- Patient evaluations
- Electronic health records
- Clinical documentation
- Safety protocol compliance
- Quality control
- Palliative care
- Clinical judgment
- Critical thinking
- Problem solving
- Time management
- Patient communication
- Care plan formulation
Timeline
LPN Charge Nurse
The Quarters At Des Peres
10.2025 - 07.2026
LPN Charge Nurse
WINDSOR ESTATES OF ST. CHRLES
06.2025 - 08.2025
LPN Nursing Supervisor
Mark Twain Manor
03.2023 - 06.2025
LPN Charge Nurse
Oakwood Estates Nursing Rehab
02.2020 - 03.2023
LPN Charge Nurse
Bethesda Meadow
05.2018 - 02.2020
Associate of Applied Science - Nursing
ST. LOUIS COLLEGE OF HEALTH CAREERS
High School Diploma -
SUMNER HIGH