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Natalie King

Knoxville,TN

Summary

Dedicated LPN Charge Nurse with extensive experience at Legacy Park, excelling in critical thinking and wound care. Proven ability to enhance patient outcomes through effective care plan development and compassionate end-of-life support. Skilled in medication administration and fostering strong relationships with patients and families, ensuring continuity of care and safety.

Overview

4
4
years of professional experience

Work History

LPN Charge Nurse

Legacy Park
11.2024 - Current
  • Assessed patients' temperature, pulse, and blood pressure and recorded in electronic medical records.
  • Delegated tasks effectively, optimizing staff productivity and maintaining a well-organized nursing unit.
  • Assembled and used equipment such as catheters, tracheotomy tubes, or oxygen suppliers to effectively manage patient care.
  • Utilized critical thinking skills to make sound clinical decisions in high-pressure situations, minimizing risks and ensuring patient safety.
  • Analyzed patient assessments and laboratory data to bring any issues to attention of physicians.
  • Served as charge nurse, caring for patients with serious illnesses.
  • Provided compassionate end-of-life care, supporting patients and their families through difficult times.
  • Documented vitals and medical histories in patient charts when assessing patients and communicated patient information to physicians and other nurses for care continuity.
  • Promoted continuity of care by thoroughly documenting shift-to-shift communication in nursing reports.
  • Managed complex wound care cases, applying advanced knowledge of wound healing principles to achieve optimal results.

LPN Charge Nurse

Wellington Manor Assisted Living and Memory Care
03.2024 - 11.2024
  • Assessed patients' temperature, pulse, and blood pressure and recorded in electronic medical records.
  • Delegated tasks effectively, optimizing staff productivity and maintaining a well-organized nursing unit.
  • Served as charge nurse, caring for patients with serious illnesses.
  • Analyzed patient assessments and laboratory data to bring any issues to attention of physicians.
  • Utilized critical thinking skills to make sound clinical decisions in high-pressure situations, minimizing risks and ensuring patient safety.
  • Documented vitals and medical histories in patient charts when assessing patients and communicated patient information to physicians and other nurses for care continuity.
  • Managed daily staff assignments and patient scheduling to guarantee clinic coverage and flow.
  • Improved infection control measures by closely monitoring staff adherence to proper hand hygiene protocols.
  • Administered medications and injections to patients.
  • Monitored patient health conditions to report changes to assigned physician.

LPN Nursing Supervisor

Prosperity Pointe Assisted Living And Memory Care
12.2020 - 01.2024
  • Enhanced patient care by ensuring adherence to nursing policies, procedures, and standards.
  • Maintained a safe and hygienic environment by enforcing infection control measures and facility regulations.
  • Managed challenging situations calmly and professionally, contributing to a positive work environment for staff members.
  • Promoted continuity of care by accurately documenting all pertinent information in electronic medical records systems.
  • Served as a liaison between physicians, patients, and families to ensure clear communication regarding care plans and progress updates.
  • Coordinated discharge planning efforts in collaboration with case managers, social workers, and other healthcare providers.
  • Mitigated risks and managed crisis situations effectively, ensuring patient safety and promptly addressing any concerns.
  • Developed strong relationships with patients and families, providing emotional support and education on care plans.
  • Participated in ongoing professional development activities, maintaining up-to-date knowledge of best practices in nursing supervision techniques.
  • Collaborated with interdisciplinary teams to design personalized care plans for optimal patient outcomes.
  • Optimized resource utilization through effective staffing management based on census fluctuations and skill mix requirements.
  • Assisted with recruitment efforts including interviewing prospective LPN candidates and providing feedback on selection decisions.
  • Conducted comprehensive assessments of new admissions to determine appropriate level of care and treatment needs.
  • Supervised, directed, and motivated high-quality performance from nursing staff.
  • Led staff meetings to keep team informed of departmental changes and provide opportunities for nurses to share ideas and concerns.
  • Worked at least 144 hours per month as floor nurse to maintain clinical proficiency.
  • Trained new nurses in proper techniques, care standards, operational procedures, and safety protocols.
  • Fostered improvement in staff development, personnel training, and standards of patient care.
  • Administered medications and injections to patients.
  • Assessed patients' temperature, pulse, and blood pressure and recorded in electronic medical records.
  • Monitored patient health conditions to report changes to assigned physician.
  • Responded to patient requests with appropriate clinical and personal assistance.
  • Took samples to complete diagnostic and routine assessment tests.

Education

No Degree - Nursing

TCAT
Knoxville, TN
05-2020

GED -

Austin-East Magnet School
Knoxville, TN
05-1996

Skills

  • Vital signs monitoring
  • Nursing documentation
  • Geriatric care
  • End-of-life care
  • Medication administration
  • Specimen collection
  • Critical thinking
  • Patient charting
  • Wound care
  • Clinical judgment
  • Disease prevention
  • Care plan development
  • CPR/AED

Timeline

LPN Charge Nurse

Legacy Park
11.2024 - Current

LPN Charge Nurse

Wellington Manor Assisted Living and Memory Care
03.2024 - 11.2024

LPN Nursing Supervisor

Prosperity Pointe Assisted Living And Memory Care
12.2020 - 01.2024

No Degree - Nursing

TCAT

GED -

Austin-East Magnet School

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