Nancy Means
Aurora,CO
Summary
Enthusiastic individual with superior skills in working in both team-based and independent capacities. Bringing strong work ethic and excellent organizational skills to any setting. Excited to begin new challenge with successful team.
Overview
15
15
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
LPN
Center At Lincoln
Parker, CO
01.2022 - Current
- Assisted physicians with patient care by taking vital signs, administering injections and performing other nursing duties.
- Provided direct physical and emotional support to patients and their families.
- Performed routine laboratory tests including urinalysis, blood glucose monitoring and others.
- Maintained accurate medical records of each patient's health condition.
- Ensured that all medications were administered accurately and on time as prescribed by the physician.
- Observed patients for any changes in their condition or behavior, reported findings to the supervisor or physician in charge.
- Coordinated with interdisciplinary team members such as doctors, nurses and social workers to ensure quality patient care was provided.
- Performed wound care including changing dressings, cleaning wounds, applying ointments and medications and providing other necessary treatments.
- Conducted daily rounds visiting assigned patients ensuring they are comfortable and have all necessary supplies available.
- Followed rehabilitation and treatment care plans to accelerate patient recovery, minimize pain and optimize patient outcomes.
- Charted changes in patient conditions and discussed concerns with supervising healthcare provider.
- Addressed patient care needs, collected vitals, dressed wounds and managed catheters.
LPN
The Springs at St Andrews Village-SNF
Aurora, CO
01.2018 - 10.2023
- Administered medications and therapies in accordance with physicians orders.
- Directed implementation of improved patient care and documentation methods and procedures to achieve quality objectives.
- Addressed patient care needs, collected vitals, dressed wounds and managed catheters.
- Managed LTC for 1 1/2 years. Oversaw patient care and attended care conferences. Managed Nursing staff and coordinated care of patients.
ADON
Bethany Nursing and Rehab
Littleton, CO
11.2020 - 01.2022
- Managed recruitment process for new nursing staff, including interviewing and orientation.
- Collaborated with other ADONs to develop and implement policies and procedures.
- Provided guidance, mentorship, and support to newly hired nurses.
- Assisted in the development of clinical competency programs for staff.
- Conducted regular performance reviews of nursing staff.
- Assessed patient care needs and developed individualized care plans.
- Monitored patient progress and adjusted care plans as needed.
- Participated in interdisciplinary team meetings to discuss patient care issues.
- Ensured compliance with state and federal regulations related to nursing practice.
- Developed educational materials for nursing staff on various topics related to quality improvement initiatives.
- Facilitated monthly meetings with nursing staff to review changes in policies, procedures, or standards of care.
- Coordinated with physicians, pharmacists, dietitians, social workers., to ensure comprehensive patient care.
- Trained new nurses on proper documentation techniques according to established protocols.
- Conducted quality assurance audits to evaluate adherence to standards of care.
- Reviewed incident reports involving nursing staff members for accuracy and completeness.
- Investigated complaints from patients or families regarding quality of care issues.
- Implemented and directed clinical services and operations to deliver competent, quality care.
- Implemented changes needed to correct deficiencies found during government inspections.
- Developed and maintained staffing schedule in accordance with contract terms, budget mandates and accreditation standards for nursing coverage.
- Administered executive supervision, exercising independent judgment to select proper course of action in policies and procedures.
- Set and monitored achievement goals for nursing department consistent with established philosophy and standards of practice.
- Communicated with patients with compassion while keeping medical information private.
LPN
Manorcare of Denver
Denver, CO
07.2009 - 01.2018
- Administered medications and therapies in accordance with physicians orders.
- Directed implementation of improved patient care and documentation methods and procedures to achieve quality objectives.
- Observed strict confidentiality and safeguarded all patient-related information.
- Addressed patient care needs, collected vitals, dressed wounds and managed catheters.
- Charted changes in patient conditions and discussed concerns with supervising healthcare provider.
- Checked in on patients at regular intervals to record food and fluid intake and output, taking measures to promote healthy levels as needed.
- Managed LTC units. Oversaw patient care and attended care conferences. Managed Nursing staff and coordinated care of patients.
- Monitored infection control procedures to verify facility-wide health and safety.
- Reviewed patient charts to ensure Immunizations were given and up to date.
- Worked with Kaiser as a case manager for their patients while skilled in our facility.
Education
LPN Diploma - LPN Nursing
Northeast Iowa Central Community College
Peosta, IA06.2006
High School Diploma -
Schaller-Crestland High School
Early, IA05.1993
Skills
- First Aid/CPR
- Organization
- Customer service
- Supervision
- Team management
- Receiving and inputting orders into Point Click Care
- Wound Management
- Patient Care and Education
- Diabetes management
- Tracheostomy care
- Charting Medication Administration
Certification
- First Aid/CPR
Timeline
LPN
Center At Lincoln
01.2022 - Current
ADON
Bethany Nursing and Rehab
11.2020 - 01.2022
LPN
The Springs at St Andrews Village-SNF
01.2018 - 10.2023
LPN
Manorcare of Denver
07.2009 - 01.2018
LPN Diploma - LPN Nursing
Northeast Iowa Central Community College
High School Diploma -
Schaller-Crestland High School
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