Well-qualified medical professional with experience triaging patients, capturing information and completing basic procedures such as wound care. Excellent communication, prioritization and multitasking abilities with sound judgment and compassionate nature. Background in clinic and hospital environments. Proficient and caring nursing team member offering outstanding patient-facing experience. Adept at addressing patient needs with compassionate care and attention to detail. Diligent about maximizing satisfaction, safety and wellness while serving patients of all backgrounds.
Work History
LPN
Mercy Hospital Fort Smith
Fort Smith, AR
03.2022 - Current
Obtained patient vital signs
Monitored and tracked patient vitals in EPIC to keep team informed of changing conditions.
Assisted with admissions, appointments, transfers and discharges.
Offered immediate assistance in emergency and routine situations to evaluate needs and deliver care.
Minimized staff and patient infection risk by cleaning and disinfecting equipment instruments.
Monitored, tracked and conveyed important patient information to healthcare staff to help optimize treatment planning and care delivery.
Started IV's and monitored for any adverse side effects.
LPN
Fort Smith Regional Dialysis Center
Fort Smith, AR
02.2012 - 03.2018
Monitored, tracked and conveyed important patient information to healthcare staff to help optimize treatment planning and care delivery.
Managed patient care through closely monitoring respiration, blood pressure and blood glucose levels.
Used aseptic techniques to provide sterilized wound care and dressing applications.
Gathered lab specimens, ordered testing and interpreted results to diagnose patients.
Cared for over 24 patients each day with quality-driven support.
Comforted and counseled patients and families throughout care process.
Performed routine evaluations of each patient's status, needs and preferences.
Collaborated with interdisciplinary team of healthcare and social service providers to address patients' needs through effective intervention and care planning.
Administered controlled narcotics, inserted IVs and performed catheterizations.
Answered incoming phone calls from patients to provide basic assistance and triage medical concerns.
Assisted with admissions, appointments, transfers and discharges.
Offered immediate assistance in emergency and routine paging situations to evaluate needs and deliver care.
Supported physicians during examinations and scans to assist with diagnostic procedures.
Documented accurate and complete patient information to address patient problems and expected outcomes.
Delivered updates in patient status to charge nurse, recording changes in medical records.
Minimized staff and patient infection risk by cleaning and disinfecting equipment instruments.
Education
LPN - Nursing
Arkansas Tech University
Ozark, AR
05.2006
Skills
Call Answering and Assistance
Patient Charting
Conditions Reporting
Epic Systems
Care Planning and Modifications
Equipment Inspection
Physical Stamina
Patient Observation
Procedure Explanation
Work Planning and Coordination
Wound Dressing
Conflict Resolution
Information Compiling and Auditing
Patient Positioning and Transporting
Vital Signs Recording
Equipment Assembly
Responsible and Dependable
Supply Requisition and Inventory
Time Management
Strategy Development
Management Team Support
Cleaning and Sanitizing
Attention to Detail
Inventory Assessment
Strong Clinical Judgment
Activity Scheduling
Adaptable and Flexible
Critical Thinking
Treatment Room Preparation
Analytical Thinking
First Aid and CPR
Dementia Knowledge and Care
Recordkeeping and Maintenance
Data Analysis
Coaching and Mentoring
Quality Assessments
HIPAA Compliance
Feedback Acceptance
Infection Control
Medical Paperwork Processing
Timeline
LPN
Mercy Hospital Fort Smith
03.2022 - Current
LPN
Fort Smith Regional Dialysis Center
02.2012 - 03.2018
LPN - Nursing
Arkansas Tech University
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