Nicole Maiwald
LPN and Esthetician
Racine,WI
Summary
Experienced nursing professional bringing demonstrated clinical expertise, leadership skills and technical knowledge. Proficient in updating charts, monitoring medications and working with multidisciplinary teams to optimize patient care. Quality-driven and efficient with strong interpersonal abilities.
Cares for underserved patients with exceptional clinical, interpersonal and time management abilities. Licensed in Wisconsin. Diligent about helping people of all backgrounds with diverse healthcare needs. Top skills in communication, medication administration and wound care.
Overview
12
12
years of professional experience
Work History
Licensed Practical Nurse
Wellpath
Franklin, WI
11.2023 - Current
- Observed changes in patient's condition and reported any significant changes to the registered nurse or physician.
- Administered medications and treatments according to established protocols.
- Performed physical assessments, including vital signs and health history documentation.
- Monitored vital signs, fluid intake and output levels, glucose levels, and other medical tests results.
- Provided patient care in accordance with physicians' orders and nursing standards of practice.
- Maintained a safe environment by following infection control policies and procedures.
- Conducted regular rounds to assess the status of assigned patients.
- Administered prescribed medications or started intravenous fluids, noting times and amounts on patient charts.
- Monitored patient's respiration activity, blood pressure and blood glucose levels in response to medical administration.
- Collected and documented vital signs to track current patient conditions.
- Adhered to facility policies and procedures while providing quality nursing care.
- Managed emergency situations promptly according to established protocols.
- Ensured that all clinical documentation is accurate and up-to-date in the electronic medical record system.
- Communicated concerns regarding patients' status, care and environment to nursing supervisors, clinical care supervisors and case managers.
- Looked for physical, emotional and symptomatic changes in patient condition and obtained necessary care for medical concerns.
- Promoted culture of safety for patients and employees through proper identification, reporting documentation and prevention.
Family Caregiver
Maiwald household
Racine, WI
03.2012 - Current
- Transported family members to medical appointments and other errands as needed.
- Assisted family member with daily activities, such as bathing, dressing and grooming.
- Organized medications for family members and administered them according to directions.
- Performed light housekeeping tasks such as laundry, vacuuming, dusting, and changing bed linens.
- Encouraged physical activity through walks outside or simple exercises indoors.
- Provided emotional support and encouragement to family members who were ill or disabled.
- Assisted with personal hygiene needs including toileting and incontinence care.
- Prepared nutritious meals for family members following dietary guidelines.
- Responded quickly to any emergency situations that arose during caregiving sessions.
Esthetician
Tranquility Day Spa
Cudahy, WI
08.2021 - 10.2023
- Performed waxing services on clients including eyebrows, lip, chin, and full face.
- Maintained cleanliness of treatment room and equipment between appointments.
- Set up patient rooms and sterilized equipment.
- Provided excellent customer service and skincare treatments to clients.
- Built positive client relationships and guided clients through treatments.
- Maintained rigorous standards of sanitation and sterilization as directed by law and spa's policies and procedures.
- Provided facial treatments such as cleansing, exfoliation, extractions, and massage.
- Meticulously maintained spa appearance and cleanliness.
- Demonstrated proper use of all products to ensure client satisfaction with results.
- Educated clients on skin care procedures and products.
- Designed customized facial and body treatments meeting individual client needs.
- Attended continuing education courses related to esthetics industry advancements.
- Checked supplies inventory regularly to ensure adequate stock levels at all times.
- Educated clients on proper skin care techniques according to individual needs.
- Greeted clients upon arrival to spa and provided information about services offered.
- Conducted consultations with new clients to assess skin type and discuss desired outcomes.
- Kept detailed records of client visits, treatments performed, and product purchases.
- Conducted private client consultations.
- Recommended home care regimen for desired results.
- Ensured compliance with state regulations related to sanitation and health standards.
- Promoted skincare products to patients according to specific needs, boosting overall revenue.
- Recommended additional treatments or products based on individual customer needs.
- Used magnifying lamps or visors to evaluate and examine client skin condition and appearance.
- Assisted in the development of customized skin care regimens for clients.
- Managed scheduling conflicts efficiently while maintaining excellent customer service levels.
- Adhered to safety protocols throughout all procedures to minimize risk of injury or infection.
- Sold salon-exclusive skin care products and encouraged service upgrades.
- Communicated effectively with other members of the spa team regarding client concerns.
- Maintained up-to-date knowledge of latest trends in esthetics industry through research.
- Assisted in marketing efforts by providing input on promotional materials and events.
- Developed a thorough understanding of available services by participating in training sessions.
- Learned new techniques and complete chemical peel processes.
- Educated clients on skin conditions, treatments and products to grow sales.
- Relaxed clients with facial and body massages, aromatherapy and soothing environments.
- Assessed client needs and recommended skin care and anti-aging products.
- Used peels and masks to improve appearance of client skin, customizing approaches based on client age and budget.
- Supported profitability by upselling products and services and processing sales.
- Completed procedures to remove pore blockages and unsightly blackheads.
- Monitored product freshness, appearance, and cleanliness to improve quality control.
- Applied lotions, creams and tonics directly to client skin and advised on at-home use.
- Eliminated or reduced appearance of fine lines and spots with appropriate products.
LPN
Ignite medical resort
Oak Creek, WI
04.2021 - 08.2022
- Performed wound care including changing dressings, cleaning wounds, applying ointments and medications and providing other necessary treatments.
- Observed patients for any changes in their condition or behaviour, reported findings to the supervisor or physician in charge.
- Administered medications orally, intravenously or intramuscularly depending on the prescription given by the doctor.
- Assisted physicians with patient care by taking vital signs, administering injections and performing other nursing duties.
- Ensured that all medications were administered accurately and on time as prescribed by the physician.
- Performed routine laboratory tests including urinalysis, blood glucose monitoring and others.
- Monitored patient progress during treatments or procedures, reporting any abnormalities to the healthcare team immediately.
- Maintained accurate medical records of each patient's health condition.
- Coordinated with interdisciplinary team members such as doctors, nurses and social workers to ensure quality patient care was provided.
- Provided direct physical and emotional support to patients and their families.
- Conducted daily rounds visiting assigned patients ensuring they are comfortable and have all necessary supplies available.
- Provided emotional support during difficult times such as end-of-life decisions or family disputes over treatment options.
- Collaborated with multidisciplinary teams to develop long term goals for patients who require ongoing treatment.
- Observed, charted, and reported developments in patient health condition in [Number]-bed hospital.
- Collected and documented vital signs to track current patient conditions.
- Monitored patient's respiration activity, blood pressure and blood glucose levels in response to medical administration.
- Communicated concerns regarding patients' status, care and environment to nursing supervisors, clinical care supervisors and case managers.
- Administered prescribed medications or started intravenous fluids, noting times and amounts on patient charts.
- Answered patient and family questions to educate on optimal treatment procedures.
- Followed rehabilitation and treatment care plans to accelerate patient recovery, minimize pain and optimize patient outcomes.
- Looked for physical, emotional and symptomatic changes in patient condition and obtained necessary care for medical concerns.
- Promoted culture of safety for patients and employees through proper identification, reporting documentation and prevention.
- Charted changes in patient conditions and discussed concerns with supervising healthcare provider.
- Administered medications and therapies in accordance with physicians orders.
- Took temperatures or blood pressures, dressed wounds and provided other basic patient care or treatments.
- Observed strict confidentiality and safeguarded all patient-related information.
Home Health Caregiver
Covered care
Racine, WI
01.2020 - 04.2021
- Facilitated activities of daily living, personal hygiene management, feeding and ambulation.
- Provided compassionate care for patients with disabilities and developmental challenges.
- Accompanied clients to medical appointments as needed.
- Provided companionship through conversation, outings and shared activities.
- Ensured client safety by monitoring activity levels while providing supervision during walks outside the home.
- Prepared nutritious meals according to dietary guidelines provided by dietitians or physicians.
- Assisted clients with mobility challenges in transferring from bed to wheelchair or other seating.
- Performed light housekeeping duties such as changing linens, laundry and dusting furniture.
- Observed changes in physical and mental condition of clients and reported any abnormalities promptly to supervisor.
- Transported clients to social events or recreational activities outside the home environment.
- Collaborated with healthcare professionals such as nurses, therapists and doctors in order to coordinate optimal care plans for each individual client.
- Provided emotional support to clients experiencing loneliness or depression.
- Developed positive relationships with family members who may be involved in caregiving decisions.
- Organized and maintained the home environment, ensuring all areas are clean and tidy.
- Responded quickly to emergency situations involving medical problems or accidents.
- Maintained daily logs of activities, meals served and medications administered.
- Communicated with management about changes, maintenance needs and tenant issues.
- Cleaned interior and exterior of windows.
- Serviced, cleaned and restocked restrooms.
- Completed in-depth restroom cleanings to sanitize partitions, decorations, sinks, counters and mirrors.
- Checked inventory for required supplies and made lists for needed cleaning products.
- Dusted furniture, machines or equipment.
- Followed company uniform, performance and security policies with every job.
- Monitored supply levels and requested new items to maintain completing daily cleaning tasks.
- Maintained a clean and safe environment for the client; changing bed linens, cleaning bathrooms, vacuuming carpets, washing dishes, laundry.
- Provided assistance to patients with activities of daily living, such as bathing, grooming and toileting.
- Assisted clients with mobility issues by providing support for walking, transferring from bed to chair.
- Assessed the physical condition of clients on an ongoing basis including reporting any changes in health status to supervisor.
- Provided companionship services including reading aloud, playing games or engaging in conversation with clients.
- Demonstrated compassion and respect for all clients while maintaining professional boundaries at all times.
- Responded quickly and appropriately to emergency situations involving assigned patients.
- Ensured compliance with HIPAA regulations regarding confidentiality of patient information.
- Prepared meals according to prescribed dietary needs and monitored food intake of assigned patients.
- Cared for patients by assisting with personal hygiene tasks and completing basic household chores.
- Helped client with medication self-administration.
- Helped clients stay happy and healthy by providing mental and emotional support.
- Assisted with client personal care needs to foster independence and well-being.
Education
Master Aesthetician
Empire Beauty School
South Milwaukee, WI09-2021
Licensed Practical Nurse - LPN
Bryant And Stratton College
Wauwatosa, WI12-2019
Registered Nursing - RN
Milwaukee Area Technical College
Milwaukee, WISkills
- Spanish-speaking translation
- Problem-Solving
Timeline
Licensed Practical Nurse
Wellpath
11.2023 - Current
Esthetician
Tranquility Day Spa
08.2021 - 10.2023
LPN
Ignite medical resort
04.2021 - 08.2022
Home Health Caregiver
Covered care
01.2020 - 04.2021
Family Caregiver
Maiwald household
03.2012 - Current
Master Aesthetician
Empire Beauty School
Licensed Practical Nurse - LPN
Bryant And Stratton College
Registered Nursing - RN
Milwaukee Area Technical College
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