Miranda Virden
Union Star,MO
Summary
Licensed Practical Nurse with 14 years of experience in medical procedures, specializing in sample collection, blood draw, and infection control. Demonstrates meticulous attention to detail and strong administrative skills. Proven ability to maintain composure and make accurate decisions in fast-paced environments. Experienced in collaborating effectively with healthcare professionals, patients, and families.
Overview
17
17
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Licensed Practical Nurse
Mosaic Life Care
Saint Joseph, MO
03.2021 - Current
- Maintained a safe environment by following infection control policies and procedures.
- Facilitated referrals for specialty services when necessary.
- Coordinated scheduling of follow-up appointments with primary care providers.
- Provided emotional support to patients dealing with illness or injury related issues.
- Collaborated with physicians to develop individualized care plans for each patient.
- Adhered to facility policies and procedures while providing quality nursing care.
- Performed physical assessments, including vital signs and health history documentation.
- Educated patients on disease prevention and management strategies for their individual conditions.
- Ensured that all clinical documentation is accurate and up-to-date in the electronic medical record system.
- Communicated effectively with patients, family members, healthcare team members, and other stakeholders regarding patient care plans or concerns.
- Collected biological specimens and packaged for laboratory transport to complete diagnostic tests.
- Facilitated communication between patients, families, and healthcare professionals.
- Answered patient calls, identified issues, and determined how best to provide assistance within parameters established by facility and supervisor.
- Administered medications and therapies in accordance with physicians orders.
Assisted Living Director
Carriage Square Health
St. Joseph, MO
6/29/17 - 03.2021
- Transported clients to medical appointments and group meetings, fostering social connections and addressing medical needs.
- Monitored vital signs and medication usage, documenting variances and concerning responses.
- Assisted clients with personal hygiene to uphold daily living standards.
- Maintained a clean environment to enhance client safety and satisfaction.
- Administered medications according to care plans.
- Developed strong rapport with patients to facilitate optimal care delivery.
- Coordinated schedules for doctor appointments, exercise routines, recreational activities, and family visits.
- Collaborated with healthcare team to assess patient needs and implement effective nursing interventions.
Licensed Practical Nurse
Diversicare Healthcare Services Inc.
St. Joseph, MO
02.2014 - 06.2017
- Examined and addressed lacerations, contusions and physical symptoms to assess and prioritize need for further attention.
- Promoted patient satisfaction by assisting with daily living needs such as bathing, dressing, toileting and exercising.
- Responded to patient alarms and needs-assessment requests to identify course of treatment.
- Documented patient intake and dietary requirements, also assisting with feeding and monitoring.
- Collected biological specimens and packages for laboratory transport to complete diagnostic tests.
- Collected and documented vital signs to track current patient conditions.
- Monitored patient's respiration activity, blood pressure and blood glucose levels in response to medical administration.
- Counseled clients, patients and families and provided emotional and psychosocial support.
- Managed wound care, gave respiratory treatments and helped with non-invasive procedures.
- Delivered high-quality direct and indirect nursing care to up to 30 patients per day.
- Guaranteed exceptional care quality by correctly administering medication, inserting and caring for catheters, dressing and changing wounds and assisting with personal hygiene.
- Assisted physicians with conducting examinations and patient scans during diagnostic processes.
- Followed rehabilitation and treatment care plans to accelerate patient recovery, minimize pain and optimize patient outcomes.
- Communicated concerns regarding clients' status, care and environment to nursing supervisors, clinical care supervisors and case managers.
- Started, monitored and managed intravenous medication to stabilize patient heart and blood pressure.
Licensed Practical Nurse
Cambridge Place Senior Care
Marysville, KS
09.2013 - 02.2014
- Examined and addressed lacerations, contusions and physical symptoms to assess and prioritize need for further attention.
- Promoted patient satisfaction by assisting with daily living needs such as bathing, dressing, toileting and exercising.
- Responded to patient alarms and needs-assessment requests to identify course of treatment.
- Collected biological specimens and packages for laboratory transport to complete diagnostic tests.
- Collected and documented vital signs to track current patient conditions.
- Monitored patient's respiration activity, blood pressure and blood glucose levels in response to medical administration.
- Counseled clients, patients and families and provided emotional and psychosocial support.
- Managed wound care, gave respiratory treatments and helped with non-invasive procedures.
- Delivered high-quality direct and indirect nursing care to up to 30 patients per day.
- Guaranteed exceptional care quality by correctly administering medication, inserting and caring for catheters, dressing and changing wounds and assisting with personal hygiene.
- Communicated concerns regarding clients' status, care and environment to nursing supervisors, clinical care supervisors and case managers.
Licensed Practical Nurse
Stoneybrook Retirement Community
Manhattan, KS
12.2011 - 08.2013
- Examined and addressed lacerations, contusions and physical symptoms to assess and prioritize need for further attention.
- Promoted patient satisfaction by assisting with daily living needs such as bathing, dressing, toileting and exercising.
- Responded to patient alarms and needs-assessment requests to identify course of treatment.
- Collected biological specimens and packages for laboratory transport to complete diagnostic tests.
- Collected and documented vital signs to track current patient conditions.
- Monitored patient's respiration activity, blood pressure and blood glucose levels in response to medical administration.
- Worked with healthcare team, including 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.
- Counseled clients, patients and families and provided emotional and psychosocial support.
- Managed wound care, gave respiratory treatments and helped with non-invasive procedures.
- Delivered high-quality direct and indirect nursing care to up to 60 patients per day.
- Guaranteed exceptional care quality by correctly administering medication, inserting and caring for catheters, dressing and changing wounds and assisting with personal hygiene.
- Assisted physicians with conducting examinations and patient scans during diagnostic processes.
- Communicated concerns regarding clients' status, care and environment to nursing supervisors, clinical care supervisors and case managers.
- Started, monitored and managed intravenous medication to stabilize patient heart and blood pressure.
Patient Care Assistant
Heartland Regional Medical Center
St. Joseph, MO
08.2008 - 12.2011
- Ambulated patients with appropriate assistive devices and in line with proper body mechanics.
- Communicated changes in patient conditions and other unit concerns to multidisciplinary team.
- Promoted patient comfort by quickly responding to calls and handling diverse needs.
- Documented patient intake and dietary requirements, also assisting with feeding and monitoring.
- Obtained vital signs and collected biological samples to assist with diagnostic testing and ongoing assessments.
- Obtained patient vital signs and reported results to staff nurse or physician to note changes from prior measurements.
- Assisted patients with shaving, bathing and oral hygiene to promote healthy habits and overall wellness.
- Responded to patient alarms and needs-assessment requests to identify course of treatment.
Education
High School Diploma -
North Platte R-1
Dearborn, MO05.2008
Practical Nursing -
Northland Career Center
Platte City, MO06.2011
Some College (No Degree) - General Studies
Missouri Western State University
Saint Joseph, MOSkills
- Healthcare delivery
- Schedule management
- Records maintenance
- Patient safety
- Facility oversight
- Patient assessment
- Clinical documentation
- Patient communication
- EMR / EHR
- Patient evaluations
Certification
- CPR Certified - Current
- IV Certified - Current
- EPIC EMR Super User
Timeline
Licensed Practical Nurse
Mosaic Life Care
03.2021 - Current
Licensed Practical Nurse
Diversicare Healthcare Services Inc.
02.2014 - 06.2017
Licensed Practical Nurse
Cambridge Place Senior Care
09.2013 - 02.2014
Licensed Practical Nurse
Stoneybrook Retirement Community
12.2011 - 08.2013
Patient Care Assistant
Heartland Regional Medical Center
08.2008 - 12.2011
Assisted Living Director
Carriage Square Health
6/29/17 - 03.2021
High School Diploma -
North Platte R-1
Practical Nursing -
Northland Career Center
Some College (No Degree) - General Studies
Missouri Western State University
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