Nancy Gardner
Auburndale,FL
Summary
Dedicated LPN with proven expertise in patient advocacy and quality improvement, honed at Promed Healthcare and Fresenius Medical Care Holdings Inc. Demonstrates exceptional clinical judgment and compassion, significantly enhancing patient outcomes. Skilled in coordinating comprehensive care and educating families, embodying a commitment to health promotion and empathetic patient support. I'm a long time LPN with many years and specialties from long term care to ICU
Overview
25
25
years of professional experience
Work History
Staffing Nurse LPN
Promed Healthcare
07.2024 - Current
- Acted as a patient advocate, ensuring their rights were protected and that they received the highest level of care possible while under facility supervision.
- Streamlined workflow processes within the unit through effective coordination of resources, teamwork, and communication among staff members.
- Collaborated with interdisciplinary team members to ensure comprehensive care for all patients undergoing dialysis.
- Coordinated care with other healthcare providers, such as dietitians and social workers, to ensure comprehensive support for patients during their dialysis journey.
- Educated family members and caregivers on patient care instructions.
- Evaluated patient histories, complaints, and current symptoms.
- Communicated with healthcare team members to plan, implement and enhance treatment strategies.
- Monitored patient reactions after administering medications and IV therapies.
- Explained course of care and medication side effects to patients and caregivers in easy-to-understand terms.
- Used first-hand knowledge and clinical expertise to advocate for patients under care and enacted prescribed treatment strategies.
Acute Dialysis Nurse LPN
Fresenius Medical Care Holdings Inc.
01.2005 - 03.2011
- Streamlined workflow processes within the unit through effective coordination of resources, teamwork, and communication among staff members.
- Acted as a patient advocate, ensuring their rights were protected and that they received the highest level of care possible while under facility supervision.
- Collaborated with interdisciplinary team members to ensure comprehensive care for all patients undergoing dialysis.
- Coordinated care with other healthcare providers, such as dietitians and social workers, to ensure comprehensive support for patients during their dialysis journey.
- Improved patient outcomes through diligent monitoring of vital signs and timely intervention when necessary.
Critical Care ICU LPN
Promed Healthcare
01.2000 - 01.2005
- Administered controlled narcotics, inserted IVs, and performed catheterizations.
- Conducted thorough patient assessments to identify medical needs and develop appropriate treatment plans.
- Utilized time management skills to prioritize tasks effectively, allowing for efficient completion of daily responsibilities.
- Performed wound care treatments using sterile techniques, promoting healing and preventing complications.
- Improved patient outcomes by providing high-quality nursing care and closely monitoring vital signs.
- Used aseptic techniques to provide sterilized wound care and dressing applications.
- Assisted with admissions, appointments, transfers, and discharges.
- Offered immediate assistance in emergency and routine paging situations to evaluate needs and deliver care.
- Maintained accurate documentation of all relevant clinical data, ensuring compliance with regulatory standards.
- Addressed any concerns or questions posed by patients or family members promptly to maintain confidence in their care plan.
Education
Practical Nursing
Traviss Vo Tech
Lakeland, FL06-1994
High School Diploma -
Auburndale High School
Auburndale, FL06-1989
Skills
- Compassion and Empathy
- Clinical judgment
- End of life care
- Delegation and Supervision
- Health Promotion
- Quality Improvement
Timeline
Staffing Nurse LPN
Promed Healthcare
07.2024 - Current
Acute Dialysis Nurse LPN
Fresenius Medical Care Holdings Inc.
01.2005 - 03.2011
Critical Care ICU LPN
Promed Healthcare
01.2000 - 01.2005
Practical Nursing
Traviss Vo Tech
High School Diploma -
Auburndale High School
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