Nicole Mowatt
Standish,NM
Summary
Dedicated LPN with extensive experience at Pinnacle Health & Rehab, specializing in infection control and compassionate patient care. Proven track record in medication administration and effective communication, enhancing patient outcomes and safety. Committed to continuous professional development and fostering trust with patients and families through education and support.
Infection Control Certified
Wound Care Certification
CPR instructor
N95 Fit tester
Overview
23
23
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
LPN/Infection Control Nurse/General Education Teacher
Pinnacle Health & Rehab of South Portland
06.2002 - Current
- Utilized time management skills to prioritize tasks effectively, allowing for efficient completion of daily responsibilities.
- Maintained accurate documentation of all relevant clinical data, ensuring compliance with regulatory standards.
- Implemented infection control measures, ensuring a clean and safe environment for patients and staff.
- Managed patient care through closely monitoring respiration, blood pressure, and blood glucose levels.
- Obtained patient vital signs and input/output measurements from inpatients.
- Assisted with admissions, appointments, transfers, and discharges.
- Performed wound care treatments using sterile techniques, promoting healing and preventing complications.
- Adhered to treatment plan instructions when administering medications and treatments to patients.
- Improved patient outcomes by providing high-quality nursing care and closely monitoring vital signs.
- Cared for wounds, provided treatments, and assisted with procedures.
- Reduced medication errors by accurately administering medications and diligently verifying patient information.
- Documented accurate and complete patient information to address patient problems and expected outcomes.
- Participated in ongoing professional development opportunities to enhance knowledge base and skillset as an LPN.
- Demonstrated adaptability in working with diverse patient populations across various healthcare settings.
- Provided emotional support to patients and families during difficult times, fostering positive relationships built on trust and compassion.
- Answered incoming phone calls from patients to provide basic assistance and triage medical concerns.
- Addressed any concerns or questions posed by patients or family members promptly to maintain confidence in their care plan.
- Monitored, tracked, and conveyed important patient information to healthcare staff to help optimize treatment planning and care delivery.
- Educated patients and caregivers on medical diagnoses, treatment options, chronic disease self-management and wound management.
- Collaborated with interdisciplinary team of healthcare and social service providers to address patients' needs through effective intervention and care planning.
- Gathered lab specimens, ordered testing, and interpreted results to diagnose patients.
- Assisted with feeding and monitored intake to help patients achieve nutritional objectives.
- Assisted physicians during examinations or procedures as needed, playing a vital role in the overall patient experience.
- Facilitated smooth transitions from acute care settings to long-term care facilities or home environments.
- Minimized staff and patient infection risk by cleaning and disinfecting equipment instruments.
- Administered medications and injections to patients.
- Reviewed patient history to verify conditions and current medications.
- Helped patients complete bathing, dressing and eating.
- Optimized environmental cleaning procedures, resulting in decreased transmission of pathogens within the facility.
- Implemented isolation precautions for high-risk patients, minimizing exposure risks to others within the healthcare environment.
- Conducted regular audits of clinical practices related to infection control measures, identifying areas for improvement and providing targeted recommendations.
- Set clear policies to improve success of infection control measures in departments.
- Evaluated the effectiveness of existing infection control policies and procedures, making necessary revisions to adapt to changing needs within the healthcare environment.
- Investigated outbreaks and revamped control measures to prevent future incidents.
- Organized and led regular training sessions for staff members on infection prevention topics, ensuring continuous professional development opportunities.
- Educated patients and families about infectious disease prevention strategies, fostering increased understanding and engagement in self-care activities.
- Identified risks proactively, preparing teams for likely infections based on seasonal changes or current epidemiological trends.
Education
Associate of Science - Health Science
Southern Maine Community College
South Portland05-2013
LPN - LPN
Intercoast Career Institute
South Portland 05-2011
Skills
- Medication administration
- Vital signs monitoring
- Medical documentation
- Geriatric nursing
- Infection control
- Catheter care
- Compassionate care
- Diabetes management
- End-of-life care
- Nursing ethics
- Rehabilitation nursing
- Palliative care
- Patient documention
- Clinical decision making
- Wound care
- Direct patient care
- Clinical documentation
- Immunization administration
- Family communication
- Geriatric care
- Preventive care
- Transcribing orders
Certification
Infection Control Certified
Wound Care Certification
CPR instructor
N95 Fit tester
Timeline
LPN/Infection Control Nurse/General Education Teacher
Pinnacle Health & Rehab of South Portland
06.2002 - Current
Associate of Science - Health Science
Southern Maine Community College
LPN - LPN
Intercoast Career Institute
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