Natalie Ponce
Meriden,CT
Summary
Dedicated LPN with extensive experience at Masonicare Health Center, skilled in patient assessment and compassionate care. Proven ability to adapt care plans for optimal outcomes and educate patients and families on health management. Proficient in EHR and wound care, ensuring patient dignity and safety while promoting independence.
Overview
1
1
Certification
20
20
years of professional experience
Work History
LPN
Masonicare Health Center
07.2023 - Current
- Educated patients and families on treatment procedures, medications, and self-care techniques.
- Assisted with admissions, appointments, transfers, and discharges.
- Documented accurate and complete patient information to address patient problems and expected outcomes.
- Adapted quickly to changing patient needs, adjusting care plans accordingly to ensure optimal outcomes in diverse clinical scenarios.
- Provided compassionate palliative care for terminally ill patients while supporting their emotional needs during end-of-life stages.
- Educated patients and families on health promotion, disease prevention, and self-care management strategies.
- Monitored patient reactions to medications and treatments, quickly addressing adverse reactions.
- Reviewed patient history to verify conditions and current medications.
CNA
Masonicare Health Center
05.2006 - 07.2023
- Assisted patients with daily living activities, promoting independence and dignity.
- Utilized proper body mechanics and assistance devices when transferring patients, minimizing the risk of injury for both parties.
- Maintained confidentiality of patient information according to HIPAA guidelines while communicating effectively with team members about critical updates.
Education
LPN Diploma - Nursing
Porter And Chester
Hamden, CT05-2023
Skills
- Clinical documentation
- Diabetes management
- Immunization administration
- Catheter care
- Health education
- Patient evaluations
- EMR / EHR
- Emergency response
- Care planning
- Rehabilitation techniques
- End-of-life care
- Pain management
- Multi-tasking and prioritization
- CPR/AED
- Medication reconciliation
- HIPAA compliance
- Medication administration
Certification
Licensed Professional Nurse (LPN)
Languages
Spanish
Native or Bilingual
Timeline
LPN
Masonicare Health Center
07.2023 - Current
CNA
Masonicare Health Center
05.2006 - 07.2023
LPN Diploma - Nursing
Porter And Chester