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Monica Tipton

Lorain,OH

Summary

Compassionate LPN with extensive experience at Anchor Lodge, excelling in wound care nurse, unit manager, and CDC certified in infection control prevention. Proven ability to enhance patient outcomes through meticulous medication administration and empathetic patient assessments. Skilled in staff supervision and care planning, fostering a cohesive team environment while ensuring high-quality care standards.

Overview

24
24
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification

Work History

LPN, Wound Care, Unit Manager

Anchor Lodge
04.2007 - Current
  • Supported daily activities, including hygiene routines and meal preparation for residents.
  • Implemented infection control measures, ensuring a clean and safe environment for patients and staff.
  • Assisted with admissions, appointments, transfers, and discharges.
  • Performed wound care treatments using sterile techniques, promoting healing and preventing complications.
  • Cared for wounds, provided treatments, and assisted with procedures.
  • Collaborated with interdisciplinary team of healthcare and social service providers to address patients' needs through effective intervention and care planning.
  • Helped long-term care residents with bathing, dressing, feeding, and other daily living activities.
  • Assisted in training new team members on standard operating procedures and best practices.
  • Oversaw RNs, LPNs, nursing aides, medical clerks and support staff and performed staffing scheduling duties.
  • Assisted in patient care by monitoring vital signs and reporting changes to nursing staff.
  • Adapted quickly to changing environments, demonstrating flexibility in diverse healthcare settings.
  • Participated in training sessions to improve clinical skills and knowledge of best practices.

Caregiver Attendant

Hearthstone Assisted Living
02.2003 - 12.2005

Assist residents with activities of daily living.

Medical Assistant

Dr. Rogelio Banaga Urgent Care Physician
06.2001 - 01.2002


  • Assisted physicians with patient examinations and documented medical histories accurately.
  • Administered medications and vaccinations, ensuring compliance with safety protocols.
  • Coordinated patient scheduling and managed electronic health records efficiently.
  • Educated patients on treatment plans and medication usage, enhancing understanding and adherence.
  • Performed venipunctures and capillary punctures with precision to ensure patient safety and comfort.
  • Labeled transfer tubes and followed exact directions for handling and storing specimens for transport.

Education

LPN - Nursing

Ehove Adult Career Center
Milan, OH
06.2015

Medical Assistant, Phlebotomy - Healthcare

Remington College
Cleveland, OH
04.2001

High School Diploma - All General

Lorain High School
Lorain, OH
06.1994

Skills

  • Medication administration
  • Vital signs monitoring
  • Medical documentation
  • Geriatric nursing
  • Infection control
  • Wound care
  • Patient assessments
  • Care planning
  • Staff supervision
  • Staff direction and task delegation
  • IV therapy
  • Patient care
  • Empathetic and compassionate

Certification

Certified Infection Control Prevention

Timeline

LPN, Wound Care, Unit Manager

Anchor Lodge
04.2007 - Current

Caregiver Attendant

Hearthstone Assisted Living
02.2003 - 12.2005

Medical Assistant

Dr. Rogelio Banaga Urgent Care Physician
06.2001 - 01.2002

LPN - Nursing

Ehove Adult Career Center

Medical Assistant, Phlebotomy - Healthcare

Remington College

High School Diploma - All General

Lorain High School