Pamela Reed
Pendleton,IN
Summary
Experienced professional well-versed in performing triage, collecting intake information and caring for wounds. Good communicator with organized nature and strong prioritization and multitasking skills. Sound judgment, caring nature and superior work ethic. Dedicated and well-qualified LPN,detail-oriented, responsive, and proficient in routine care and emergency response. Brings multi-year record in field. Highly-motivated employee with desire to take on new challenges in a fast paced,unpredictable enviroment.Adept at working effectively unsupervised and quickly mastering new skills.
Overview
7
7
years of professional experience
Work History
Licensed Practical Nurse
Wellpath LLC.
Indianapolis, IN
10.2021 - 06.2025
- Collaborated with multidisciplinary teams to ensure comprehensive patient care.
- Documented patient progress and maintained accurate medical records in compliance.
- Maintained a clean and safe environment by following infection control protocols.
- Administered medications and treatments according to established protocols.
- Performed physical assessments, including vital signs and health history documentation.
- Monitored vital signs,glucose levels, and other medical tests results.
- Communicated effectively with custody, healthcare team members, and providers regarding patient care or concerns.
- Collaborated with physicians, psychiatrists, psychologists and other medical staff members to provide comprehensive healthcare services to inmates.
- Educated patients on disease prevention and management strategies for their individual conditions.
- Assessed and documented physical, emotional, and symptomatic changes in patient condition in regards to facility detox protocol and obtained necessary care for medical concerns.
- Assessed patient complaints accurately and provided appropriate interventions.
- Facilitated referrals for specialty services when necessary.
- Instructed patients on proper use of equipment such as wheelchairs or walkers.
- Conducted physical examinations on new inmates upon arrival at the jail.
- Conducted health assessments and triage for detainees in custody.
- Collaborated with correctional officers to ensure inmate safety during medical procedures.
- Administered medications to inmates in compliance with healthcare regulations.
- Managed emergency medical situations effectively within a correctional environment.
- Educated inmates on health management and disease prevention strategies.
- Responded quickly in emergency situations involving injuries or illness from fights between inmates or attempted suicides.
- Coordinated referrals for specialty care when necessary.
- Identified potential mental health problems among inmates and referred them for further evaluation or treatment.
- Informed correctional officers about any special medical needs of the inmates they are responsible for monitoring.
- Adhered to established policies and procedures while delivering nursing care within an ethical framework.
- Cared for prisoners suffering from contagious illnesses or conditions, including influenza, lice, and gastrointestinal bugs.
- Stocked clinical workstations and procedure rooms with necessary supplies.
Licensed Practical Nurse/Wound Care Nurse
Trilogy Health Services
Greenfield, IN
04.2018 - 10.2021
- Assessed patients' wounds and developed individualized care plans.
- Collaborated with healthcare teams to ensure comprehensive wound management.
- Educated patients and families on wound care techniques and prevention strategies.
- Documented patient progress and treatment responses in electronic health records.
- Conducted follow-up evaluations to monitor healing and adjust treatment plans.
- Administered prescribed medications related to wound care including topical ointments, creams and oral antibiotics.
- Evaluated effectiveness of treatments based on patient response and clinical assessment findings.
- Ordered laboratory tests when necessary to evaluate the status of the wound healing process.
- Reported abnormal findings to physician for further evaluation or intervention.
- Responded quickly to emergency situations involving patients' wounds or skin integrity issues.
- Classified wounds using staging system based on visual evaluation of affected tissue.
- Minimized patient skin breakdown by devising and carrying out skin care plan.
- Conducted pressure ulcer risk assessments and implemented preventive measures.
- Managed inventory of wound care supplies to ensure availability of necessary products.
- Charted changes in patient conditions and discussed concerns with supervising healthcare provider.
Education
Certification - Wound Care
NAWCO
Louisville, KY05-2019
Certificate - Practical Nursing
Tennessee Technology Center
Morristown,TN10-1998
Skills
- Medication administration
- Patient assessment
- Wound care management
- Electronic health records
- Infection control
- Healthcare collaboration
- Patient education
- Emergency response
- Team communication
- Documentation accuracy
- Health education
- Safety protocols
- Patient advocacy
- De-escalation techniques
- Clinical judgment
- Substance abuse treatment
- Diabetic care
- Corrections environments
- Problem-solving aptitude
Affiliations
- Hiking
- Kayaking
- Gardening
Timeline
Licensed Practical Nurse
Wellpath LLC.
10.2021 - 06.2025
Licensed Practical Nurse/Wound Care Nurse
Trilogy Health Services
04.2018 - 10.2021
Certification - Wound Care
NAWCO
Certificate - Practical Nursing
Tennessee Technology Center