Natasha Leann Black
Van Buren
Summary
Dedicated LPN committed to enhancing patient outcomes through effective communication and collaboration within healthcare teams. Expertise in wound care and medication administration, ensuring adherence to HIPAA protocols while delivering compassionate care in geriatric nursing.
Overview
5
5
years of professional experience
Work History
LPN
Shiftkey
Van Buren
11.2022 - Current
- Carried out medication administration according to facility policies and proper nursing practice.
- Administered prescribed medications and monitored patient responses.
- Ensured accurate medication administration documentation in compliance with facility policy to maintain patient safety.
- Monitored patient needs and conditions through regular check-ins to ensure timely interventions.
- Monitored patient comfort and condition throughout shifts.
- Performed wound care, dressing changes, and other basic nursing procedures.
- Inserted and maintained intravenous lines under supervision of Registered Nurse.
- Removed and replaced used catheters and wound dressings.
- Assisted physicians with examinations, diagnostic tests, or minor surgical procedures.
- Handled patient intake to document vitals, symptoms, and initial assessments.
- Explained procedures, medications, and plans to patients.
- Built and maintained productive relationships with patients and families based on trusting and open communication.
- Delivered emotional support to patients and families during difficult situations to enhance their overall experience.
- Helped treat patients by administering prescriptions and preparing intravenous fluids.
- Collected laboratory samples for examination and testing purposes.
LPN Wound Care Nurse
Brent B Tinnin
Ellington
11.2025 - 07.2026
- Assessed wound conditions and developed individualized care plans for patients.
- Collaborated with healthcare teams to enhance wound management protocols and improve patient outcomes.
- Educated patients and families on wound care techniques and prevention strategies.
- Provided necessary wound care treatments, such as debridement, irrigation, packing and dressing changes.
- Administered prescribed medications and treatments related to wound care protocols.
- Ordered laboratory tests to assess wound healing status, ensuring timely interventions and appropriate care adjustments.
- Documented patient progress and changes in condition using electronic health records.
- Monitored vital signs and reported significant changes to nursing staff promptly.
- Trained junior nurses on wound assessment procedures and care techniques, fostering competency and confidence in wound care.
- Reported abnormal findings to physician for further evaluation or intervention.
- Administered post-surgery treatment for patients recovering from ostomy procedures. for patients with ostomies and conditions.
LPN Charge Nurse
Delmar Gardens of Meramec
St. Louis
03.2025 - 12.2025
- Enhanced patient care through effective collaboration with healthcare team.
- Provided comprehensive care by changing dressings, managing catheters, and treating bedsores.
- Removed and replaced used catheters and wound dressings.
- Educated patients on procedures and addressed concerns, fostering trust and cooperation.
- Kept chart and unit record documentation updated.
- Reserved appointments for patient check-ups and medical procedures.
LPN Field Nurse
Endeavor Home Care
Van Buren
12.2023 - 04.2024
- Coordinated delivery of durable medical equipment, ensuring timely access for patients in home settings.
- Administered medications and treatments to patients in their homes.
- Optimized treatment approaches by assessing conditions, taking vitals, and monitoring responses to prescribed interventions, enhancing patient care.
- Managed patients' conditions with pharmacologic and non-pharmacologic treatments, contributing to overall health improvement.
- Monitored vital signs and reported any significant changes or concerns to supervising physician promptly.
- Collaborated with physicians, case managers, and other healthcare professionals to ensure optimal patient care.
LPN Office Nurse
AMedisys
Popular Bluff
07.2021 - 11.2022
- Evaluated employee performance through regular reviews and provided constructive feedback for improvement.
- Managed employee schedules, time-off requests, and attendance records to support operational efficiency.
- Trained new employees on company policies, procedures, and software systems.
- Oversaw daily office operations and ensured smooth workflow.
- Handled confidential information with discretion, including sensitive HR matters.
- Assisted with human resources tasks, streamlining recruiting, interviewing, and onboarding processes.
- Collaborated with administrative staff on billing, accounts payable, and other financial tasks.
- Processed payroll for all employees, including calculating overtime pay.
- Coordinated office events, meetings, and appointments for staff members.
- Collaborated with IT department to resolve technical issues, ensuring minimal disruption to office operations.
Education
LVN IV certified - Nursing
PBTCC
Popular Bluff, Missouri05-2015
Associate in Arts (A.A.) - Nursing
TRCC
Popular Bluff, Missouri02-2014
High School Diploma - High School
Van Buren R-1
Van Buren, Missouri05-2007
Skills
- Medication administration
- IV therapy
- Wound care
- Wound management
- Catheter care
- Post-operative care
- Patient assessment
- Vital signs monitoring
- Infection control procedures
- Electronic medical records
- Patient education
- Patient counseling
- Palliative care
- Geriatric nursing
- Home healthcare
- HIPAA protocols
Languages
English, Native
Middle Initial
L
Timeline
LPN Wound Care Nurse
Brent B Tinnin
11.2025 - 07.2026
LPN Charge Nurse
Delmar Gardens of Meramec
03.2025 - 12.2025
LPN Field Nurse
Endeavor Home Care
12.2023 - 04.2024
LPN
Shiftkey
11.2022 - Current
LPN Office Nurse
AMedisys
07.2021 - 11.2022
LVN IV certified - Nursing
PBTCC
Associate in Arts (A.A.) - Nursing
TRCC
High School Diploma - High School
Van Buren R-1