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Tempestt Matthews
Licensed Practical Nurse
Suitland,MD
"SUCCESS IS A MINDSET"
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Summary
Dedicated nursing professional with 14 years of LTC experience, 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. Patient-oriented Nurse with 12 years of diverse experience in direct patient care, staff supervision and department operations. Skilled at multitasking and prioritizing patient needs and daily assignments. Offering expertise with ventilator dependent patients and Home healthcare specialties.
Overview
13
years of professional experience
7
years of post-secondary education
Work History
Samaritan's Way Nursing, LLC
Home Health Nurse/Vent Nurse
05.2017 - Current
Job overview
- Changed out tracheostomies, gastrostomy buttons, and catheters regularly to prevent infection or other problems.
- Administered medications and treatments as prescribed by physicians.
- Demonstrated clinical competence in administering care to support physician orders, nursing care plan and policies.
- Prepared visit notes, updated and summarized client records and conferred with health care disciplines in providing coordinated client care.
- Scheduled appointments and transported patients to medical facilities using personal transportation.
- Supported personal care needs, shopping for groceries, and cleaning house.
- Fostered strong relationships with clients and families to support comprehensive social, mental and physical care.
- Provided comprehensive care to improve and strengthen clients' respiratory functions.
- Assessed, diagnosed, and treated breathing issues.
- Aided physicians with various procedures such as bronchoscopies, ventilator management, and intubations.
- Managed and operated mechanical ventilators to deliver airway management.
- Provided antibiotics, bronchodilators, and anti-inflammatory medications with hand-held nebulizers, metered-dose inhalers and positive pressure equipment.
- Performed bronchial hygiene techniques to remove mucus and secretions from patient lungs and improve lung function.
- Educated patients and families on proper use of respiratory equipment and techniques for managing respiratory disorders to improve patient outcomes.
- Administered pulmonary function tests and monitored changes in patients' respiratory status.
- Informed patients, family members and other healthcare personnel how to properly use respiratory care equipment.
Doctors Community Rehab And Patient Care Center
LPN Charge Nurse
04.2020 - 12.2022
Job overview
- Administered medications and therapies in accordance with physicians orders.
- Charted changes in patient conditions and discussed concerns with supervising healthcare provider.
- Worked as part of healthcare team to assess patient needs, plan and modify care and implement interventions.
- Took temperatures or blood pressures, dressed wounds and provided other basic patient care or treatments.
- Documented patient medical histories, current symptoms and vitals.
- Addressed patient care needs, collected vitals, dressed wounds and managed catheters.
- Maintained strict patient data procedures to comply with HIPAA laws and prevent information breaches.
- Administered prescribed medications and started intravenous fluids to address patient symptoms and underlying etiologies.
- Counseled clients, patients and families and provided emotional and psychosocial support.
- Served as charge nurse, caring for patients with serious illnesses.
- Achieved successful unit leadership by providing quality nursing care to 18 to 24 patients per day in 168-bed unit.
- Led and mentored 8-10 newly licensed nurses and nursing students to develop professional expertise.
- Educated patients to provide information on health promotion and disease prevention.
- Assisted in coordinating transfers, discharges and admissions to establish smooth transition of patients.
- Reviewed patient history to verify conditions and current medications.
- Provided diagnosis information, treatment possibilities, disease management tips and wound care advice to patients, loved ones and caregivers.
- Protected patients and healthcare team members from infection by sterilizing equipment and reusable supplies.
- Participated in development and implementation of quality improvement initiatives to raise healthcare standards.
- Updated patient medical records with services provided, health conditions, and response to treatments using PCC, OMNICELL, RELIAS.
- Circulated assigned floor to measure and record patients' fluid and food levels, implementing measures to promote healthy intake and output as necessary.
- Supervised patient admissions and discharges from hospital to home care, rehabilitative facility, or self-care.
- Supervised and managed daily scheduling, tasking, and administration.
- Coordinated nursing care on unit through staff assignments, assisting and rounding with physicians, monitoring patient orders, and communicating with ancillary departments.
- Cared for patients' wounds and changed dressings.
- Worked with patients diagnosed with chronic obstructive pulmonary disease (COPD), asthma, congestive heart failure (CHF), cerebrovascular accidents (CVA), diabetes or sepsis to asses needs and determine best options for care.
- Provided exceptional care to high-acute patients needing complex care such as ventilator management, extensive wound care and rehabilitation.
SHIFTMED
Travel Nurse/ LPN
05.2020 - Current
Job overview
- Utilized strong assessment skills to determine necessary patient care.
- Administered controlled narcotics, inserted IVs, and performed catheterizations..
- Performed frequent checks on life support equipment and made necessary adjustments to preserve optimal patient
- Assisted with admissions, appointments, transfers, and discharges.
- Offered immediate assistance in emergency and routine paging situations to evaluate needs and deliver care.
- Documented accurate and complete patient information to address patient problems and expected outcomes.
- Assisted with feeding and monitored intake to help patients achieve nutritional objectives.
- Delivered updates in patient status to charge nurse, recording changes in .
- Accurately recorded interactions in medical charts, documenting accidents and interventions applied..
- Monitored patient reactions after administering medications and IV therapies.
- Offered exceptional care and support to individuals recovering from acute incidents and dealing with chronic conditions.
- Documented treatments delivered, medications and IVs administered, discharge instructions, and follow-up care.
- Followed all personal and health data procedures to effectively comply with HIPAA laws and prevent information breaches.
- Participated in evidence-based practice project implementation, nursing competency development and nursing simulation activities.
- Collaborated with leadership to devise initiatives for improving nursing satisfaction, retention and morale.
- Used first-hand knowledge and clinical expertise to advocate for patients under care and enacted prescribed treatment strategies.
- Quickly responded to situations impacting safety and security to unit, actualizing crisis prevention interventions to control and de-escalate situations..
- Taught patients how to improve lifestyle choices, dramatically reducing chance of symptom reoccurrence.
- Developed strategies to reduce medical errors and improve patient safety.
- Developed relationships with patients and families to understand medical history and care needs.
- Collaborated with interdisciplinary teams to develop impactful treatment plans.
- Provided medical care to patients in varied settings to offer patients best possible care regardless of location.
- Delivered outstanding care to patients with various diagnoses and managed care from treatment initiation through to completion.
- Documented patient interactions and interventions in PCC EMR.
- Documented vitals and medical histories in patient charts when assessing patients and communicated patient information to physicians and other nurses for care continuity.
- Updated patient medical records with services provided, health conditions, and response to treatments using PCC (point click care)
- Circulated assigned floor to measure and record patients' fluid and food levels, implementing measures to promote healthy intake and output as necessary.
- Provided diagnosis information, treatment possibilities, disease management tips and wound care advice to patients, loved ones and caregivers.
Essential Healthcare StaffingParkville, Maryland
Travel Nurse/LPN Field Nurse
12.2017 - 10.2020
Job overview
- Administered controlled narcotics, inserted IVs, and performed catheterizations.
- Delivered updates in patient status to charge nurse, recording changes in medical records.
- Educated patients and caregivers on medical diagnoses, treatment options, chronic disease self-management and wound management.
- Used aseptic techniques to provide sterilized wound care and dressing applications.
- Coordinated patient transfers to other facilities.
- Collaborated with interdisciplinary team of healthcare and social service providers to address patients' needs through effective intervention and care planning.
- Comforted and counseled patients and families throughout care process.
- Documented accurate and complete patient information to address patient problems and expected outcomes.
- Assisted with admissions, appointments, transfers, and discharges.
- Managed patient care through closely monitoring respiration, blood pressure, and blood glucose levels.
- Clearly and thoroughly explained diagnoses, treatment options and procedures to patients and loved ones, checking in to verify understanding.
- Provided patient education on health care issues and prescribed medications.
- Fostered improvement in staff development, personnel training, and standards of patient care.
- Investigated and independently resolved complaints from staff, physicians, and patients by leveraging clinical judgment and unit management expertise.
- Managed staff scheduling and time off to adequately staff nursing floors and allow nurses earned time off.
- Established and continuously optimized unit schedules and individual work assignments.
- Directed patient discharge procedures to provide departing patients with needed aftercare and avoid readmissions.
- Managed 4 nurses and nursing activities in 168-bed long term care facility providing comprehensive nursing guidance and maintaining outstanding patient satisfaction and care standards.
- Evaluated patients to identify and address wounds, behavioral concerns, and medically relevant symptoms.
- Responded to patient requests with appropriate clinical and personal assistance.
Lakeside Health Center
Certified Nursing Assistant/Unit Clerk
08.2011 - 10.2013
Job overview
- Answered signal lights, bells or intercom systems to determine resident needs.
- Facilitated activities of daily living, personal hygiene management, feeding and ambulation.
- Observed and reported unusual symptoms and changes to charge nurse.
- Turned and repositioned residents using proper body mechanics to prevent pressure ulcers.
- Oversaw and maintained patients' rooms, group living areas, and nurse stations.
- Cared for clients with diagnoses such as respiratory failure, diabetes, Parkinson's disease and muscular dystrophy.
- Participated in fun group activities with patients to boost mood, improve overall memory, and provide light entertainment..
- Changed linens in rooms, keeping spaces fresh and clean for patient health and satisfaction.
- Followed directions of licensed nurses to administer medications and treatments.
- Supported needs of 20+ residents under long-term care.
- Helped patients complete range of motion exercises to prevent loss of function during care.
- Answered unit calls and took messages for healthcare staff to maximize team productivity.
- Prepared admissions charts and scanned records.
- Orchestrated efficient and thorough replenishment of unit supplies to handle forecasted patient loads.
- Scheduled patient appointments in respective doctors' calendars and followed up with reminder phone calls.
- Arranged discharges and patient transportations.
Education
Academy For Practical Nursing And Health OccupationsWest Palm Beach, FL
Associate of Applied Science from Practical Nursing
2011 - 2013 (2 education.years_Label)
Academy For Practical Nursing And Health OccupationsWest Palm Beach, FL
Certification from Patient Care Technician/ Certified Nursing Assistant
01.2009 - 06.2009
Suitland High SchoolDistrict Heights, MD
High School Diploma
08.2003 - 06.2007
University Overview
- Member of Debate team
Skills
- Medical Office Experience
- Laboratory Experience
- Basic IV
- Airway management
- Tube feeding/Gtubt/ JGtube
- Knowledge of medical terminology
- Proficient computer skills
- Patient care/safety/Activities of Daily Living
- Charting Skills/Electronically and manually
- Obtaining and recording Vital Signs
- HIPAA Regulations
- Catheter, Gtube, O2, Clostomy bag care
- Venipuncture and Capillary Puncture
- Blood Collection and handling safely
- Blood Specimen Storage
- Medical/Trauma Assessments
- BLS certified
- Using auto injector
- Inserting oral/nasal airways
- Administering nitroglycerin, Glucose
- Suctioning Airway
- Initiate and comply with isolation procedures
- Assist with patient education
- Administering medications
- Mixing insulin in one syringe
- Administer tracheostomy care
- Determining normal from abnormal rythms
- Inserting and discontinuing a catheter
- Discontinue iv
- Medical Records Management
- Call Answering and Assistance
- Conditions Reporting
- Procedure Explanation
- Nursing Intervention Evaluations
- Interdisciplinary Team Collaboration
- Patient Observation
- Specimen Collection
- Epic Systems
- Sterilization and Sanitation
- Attention to Detail
- Dietary Requirements and Restrictions
- Dementia Knowledge and Care
- Patient Charting
- Team Building
- Nursing Staff Supervision
- Care Planning and Modifications
- Conflict Resolution
- Staff Supervision
- Intravenous Medications
- Vital Signs Recording
- Wound Dressing
- HIPAA Compliance
- Time Management
- First Aid and CPR
- Diabetes Management
- Emergency Care
- Electronic Medical Records
- Discharge Planning
- Immunization Administration
- Wound Care
- Patient Assessment
- Chronic Disease Management
- Care Plan Development
- Spirometer Reading
- Tracheostomy Care
- Respiratory Equipment Setup
- Airway Management
- Medication Administration
- Care Plan Management
- Patient Care Documentation
- Patient Transportation
- Catheter Care
- Treatment Coordination
- Feeding Pumps Understanding
- Appointment Scheduling
- Oxygen Administration
- Home Health Nursing
- Nebulizer Treatments
- Diabetes Care
- Gastrostomy Buttons Experience
- Ventilator Monitoring
- Mobility Assistance
- Chart Updating
- Patient Management
- Case Management
- Nurse scheduling
- Traveling abilities
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Timeline
Travel Nurse/ LPN
SHIFTMED
05.2020 - Current
LPN Charge Nurse
Doctors Community Rehab And Patient Care Center
04.2020 - 12.2022
Travel Nurse/LPN Field Nurse
Essential Healthcare Staffing
12.2017 - 10.2020
Home Health Nurse/Vent Nurse
Samaritan's Way Nursing, LLC
05.2017 - Current
Certified Nursing Assistant/Unit Clerk
Lakeside Health Center
08.2011 - 10.2013
Academy For Practical Nursing And Health Occupations
Associate of Applied Science from Practical Nursing
2011 - 2013 (2 education.years_Label)
Academy For Practical Nursing And Health Occupations
Certification from Patient Care Technician/ Certified Nursing Assistant
01.2009 - 06.2009
Suitland High School
High School Diploma
08.2003 - 06.2007
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