Nancy Pappas
Woodstock
Summary
Experienced Licensed Practical Nurse with over 10 years in post-acute and long-term care. Committed to upholding ethical standards, adept at building connections, instilling confidence, and facilitating recovery through exceptional patient care. Strong background in business management for a well-rounded healthcare approach.
Overview
10
10
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Charge Nurse, Post Acute and Long Term Care
The Meadows
11.2024 - Current
- Assume professional responsibility for 12-18 bed post acute rehabilitative unit from admissions to teaching and discharge planning.
- Foster trust and build relationships with patients and families by demonstrating medical expertise and empathy when providing education and counseling about diagnoses, treatments, and prognosis.
- Construct, implement, and assess patient care plans to promote and support optimal independence and enhance quality of life by collaborating with Physicians, Physical Therapists, Social Workers, Occupational Therap
- Maintained accurate documentation of patient information, enabling informed decision-making among the healthcare team members.
- Managed patients recovering from medical or surgical procedures.
- Promoted patient and family comfort during challenging recoveries to enhance healing and eliminate non-compliance problems.
- Delivered high level of quality care to diverse patient populations.
- Used first-hand knowledge and clinical expertise to advocate for patients under care and enacted prescribed treatment strategies.
- Offered exceptional care and support to individuals recovering from acute incidents and dealing with chronic conditions.
Charge Nurse, Post Acute Unit
Webster Manor
09.2023 - 12.2024
- Assume professional responsibility for 21 bed post acute rehabilitative unit from admissions to teaching and discharge planning.
- Construct, implement, and assess patient care plans to promote and support optimal independence and enhance quality of life by collaborating with Physicians, Physical Therapists, Social Workers, Occupational Therapists.
- Foster trust and build relationships with patients and families by demonstrating medical expertise and empathy when providing education and counseling about diagnoses, treatments, and prognosis.
- Trained new nurses in proper techniques, care standards, operational procedures, and safety protocols.
- Maintained accurate documentation of patient information, enabling informed decision-making among the healthcare team members.
- Maintained high standards of patient care during high-volume shifts, managing patient assignments to optimize nurse workload.
- Facilitated therapeutic communication, conflict resolution and crisis intervention by redirecting negative behaviors and helping patients regain or improve coping abilities.
- Promoted patient and family comfort during challenging recoveries to enhance healing and eliminate non-compliance problems.
Staff Nurse, Plastic/Cosmetic Surgery
UMASS Memorial
10.2022 - 08.2023
- Assist in patient assessment according to standard procedure and needs of patient and families.
- Administers medications, performs treatment therapies, and operates equipment according to policy and procedures.
- Assist physician with treatments, surgical procedures and special tests as required or dictated.
- Assists in implementation and evaluation of care plan including long and short term goals, nursing actions and teaching.
- Records input and maintenance tracking of vital signs, lab values, interventions, progress, medications, and physician orders.
Charge Nurse, Post Acute Unit
The Overlook
04.2021 - 10.2022
- Assume professional responsibility for 13 bed post acute rehabilitative unit from admissions to teaching and discharge planning.
- Construct, implement, and assess patient care plans to promote and support optimal independence and enhance quality of life by collaborating with Physicians, Physical Therapists, Social Workers, Occupational Therapists.
- Records input and maintenance tracking of vital signs, lab values, interventions, progress, medications, and physician orders.
- Foster trust and build relationships with patients and families by demonstrating medical expertise and empathy when providing education and counseling about diagnoses, treatments, and prognosis.
Business Owner
Newport Hats LLC (Hatworks/Baby Days)
01.2004 - 01.2006
- Business owner boutique eclectic high fashion hats and accessories and children’s wear.
- Supervised and trained personnel, inventory management, marketing and media coordinator.
- Chairperson Lower Thames Street Business Association.
Education
General studies program -
Bristol Community College
Attleboro, MA01.2013
Licensed Practical Nursing Program -
Tri-County Vocational Technical School
Franklin, MA01.2012
Esthetics Certification Program -
Tri-County Vocational Technical School
Franklin, MA01.2008
Skills
- Wound management
- Post-operative care
- Tracheotomy, craniotomy, urosotomy, colostomy and nephrostomy care
- Chronic disease management
- Commitment to ethical standards
- Compassionate and patient
- Direct patient care
- Strong written and verbal communication skills
- Nursing expertise
Certification
- Licensed Practical Nurse, Massachusetts, LN89462
- BLS
- IV Therapy Certified
- Hearing and Vision Screening
- Master Esthetician
Personal Information
Title: Licensed Practical Nurse
Hobbies and Interests
- Skiing
- Road cycling
- Canine rescue volunteer
- FCC broadcaster license
Business Experience
Newport Hats LLC (Hatworks/Baby Days), Newport, RI, 01/01/04, 12/31/06, Business owner boutique eclectic high fashion hats and accessories and children’s wear., Supervised and trained personnel, inventory management, marketing and media coordinator., Chairperson Lower Thames Street Business Association.
Timeline
Charge Nurse, Post Acute and Long Term Care
The Meadows
11.2024 - Current
Charge Nurse, Post Acute Unit
Webster Manor
09.2023 - 12.2024
Staff Nurse, Plastic/Cosmetic Surgery
UMASS Memorial
10.2022 - 08.2023
Charge Nurse, Post Acute Unit
The Overlook
04.2021 - 10.2022
Business Owner
Newport Hats LLC (Hatworks/Baby Days)
01.2004 - 01.2006
Licensed Practical Nursing Program -
Tri-County Vocational Technical School
Esthetics Certification Program -
Tri-County Vocational Technical School
General studies program -
Bristol Community College
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