Nicole Morrison
Phillipsburg,NJ
Summary
Licensed Practical Nurse with extensive experience in patient care at Allendale Nursing Home & Rehabilitation Center. Proficient in patient assessment and medication administration, ensuring optimal safety and care. Demonstrated success in improving patient satisfaction through effective communication and wound care management. Dedicated to upholding high standards of confidentiality and infection control.
Overview
15
15
years of professional experience
Work History
Licensed Practical Nurse
Allendale Nursing Home & Rehabilition Center
Allendale, NJ
10.2023 - Current
- Documented patient medical histories, symptoms, and vital signs accurately.
- Collaborated with multidisciplinary teams to enhance patient care and response times.
- Collected blood, urine, or sputum samples for routine laboratory tests.
- Monitored patient conditions and discussed changes with supervising healthcare providers.
- Communicated effectively with patients while maintaining confidentiality of medical information.
- Provided emotional support and supervision to patients with dementia and Alzheimer's.
- Administered medications and intravenous fluids, recording details in patient charts.
- Maintained safety by adhering to infection control policies and procedures.
MedCare Manager
Sunrise Senior Living
Wayne, New Jersey
06.2024 - 06.2025
- Administered medications following established protocols and care plans.
- Monitored patient vital signs, reporting changes to healthcare team promptly.
- Documented medication administration in electronic health records accurately.
- Ensured compliance with safety regulations and infection control standards.
Patient Care Technician
Hackensack Meridian Health
Hackensack, NJ
01.2011 - 10.2023
- Responded to patient call signals to assess needs promptly.
- Enhanced patient satisfaction by assisting with bathing, dressing, and exercises.
- Supported nurses in wound care for pressure ulcers, bed sores, and surgical wounds.
- Restocked medical supplies regularly to ensure unit preparedness.
- Maintained patient privacy through strict adherence to HIPAA protocols.
- Executed minor housekeeping duties to keep patient areas sanitized.
- Monitored patient conditions and reported abnormalities to RN on duty.
- Conducted EKGs, phlebotomy, and laboratory tests as instructed by physician or RN.
Education
LPN Certificate/License -
Jersey College
Teterboro, NJ08-2022
Associate of Applied Science -
Borough of Manhattan Community College
New York, NY05-1995
High School Diploma -
Clara Barton High School
Brooklyn, NY05-1989
Skills
- Patient assessment and health documentation
- Medication administration
- Vital signs monitoring
- Wound care and infection control
References
References available upon request.
Timeline
MedCare Manager
Sunrise Senior Living
06.2024 - 06.2025
Licensed Practical Nurse
Allendale Nursing Home & Rehabilition Center
10.2023 - Current
Patient Care Technician
Hackensack Meridian Health
01.2011 - 10.2023
LPN Certificate/License -
Jersey College
Associate of Applied Science -
Borough of Manhattan Community College
High School Diploma -
Clara Barton High School