Morgan Dwyer
Onalaska,WI
Summary
Dynamic Licensed Practical Nurse with extensive experience at Mayo Clinic Health System, excelling in patient assessment and care planning. Proven ability to maintain HIPAA compliance while delivering compassionate care. Skilled in electronic medical records management and effective communication, ensuring optimal patient outcomes and fostering a culture of safety.
Overview
17
17
years of professional experience
Work History
Licensed Practical Nurse
Mayo Clinic Health System
La Crosse, WI
06.2014 - Current
- Ensured that all clinical documentation is accurate and up-to-date in the electronic medical record system.
- Maintained a safe environment by following infection control policies and procedures.
- Communicated effectively with patients, family members, healthcare team members, and other stakeholders regarding patient care plans or concerns.
- Provided patient care in accordance with physicians' orders and nursing standards of practice.
- Performed physical assessments, including vital signs and health history documentation.
- Interviewed patients to obtain medical history.
- Used sterile techniques to prepare patients for procedures.
- Promoted culture of safety for patients and employees through proper identification, reporting documentation and prevention.
- Documented patient medical histories, current symptoms and vitals.
- Maintained strict patient data procedures to comply with HIPAA laws and prevent information breaches.
Licensed Practical Nurse
Golden Living Nursing Home
La Crescent, MN
08.2008 - 12.2014
- Monitored vital signs, fluid intake and output levels, glucose levels, and other medical tests results.
- Administered medications and treatments according to established protocols.
- Assessed patient complaints accurately and provided appropriate interventions.
- Ensured that all clinical documentation is accurate and up-to-date in the electronic medical record system.
- Observed changes in patient's condition and reported any significant changes to the registered nurse or physician.
- Provided patient care in accordance with physicians' orders and nursing standards of practice.
- Assisted with admissions and discharges of patients from hospital units or long-term care facilities.
- Addressed patient care needs, collected vitals, dressed wounds, and managed catheters.
- Communicated effectively with patients and loved ones to explain diagnoses, treatment options and procedures.
Education
Licensed Practical Nurse - Nursing
Akron Practical School of Nursing
Akron, OH06-2004
High School Diploma -
Wadsworth High School
Wadsworth, OH06-2001
Skills
- Patient assessment and care planning
- Medication administration
- Electronic medical records management
- Infection control practices
- Vital signs monitoring and documentation
- HIPAA compliance
- Effective communication skills
- Time management strategies
- Attention to detail
- EMR / EHR
- Multi-tasking and prioritization
References
References available upon request.
Timeline
Licensed Practical Nurse
Mayo Clinic Health System
06.2014 - Current
Licensed Practical Nurse
Golden Living Nursing Home
08.2008 - 12.2014
Licensed Practical Nurse - Nursing
Akron Practical School of Nursing
High School Diploma -
Wadsworth High School
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