Pamela Jean Thornton
Lake City,PA
Summary
Seasoned LPN with a proven track record at Pleasant Ridge Manor, excelling in medication administration and providing compassionate care. Skilled in geriatric nursing and infection control, significantly improving patient outcomes. Demonstrates exceptional clinical judgment and patient relationship building, ensuring high-quality care and support across diverse healthcare settings.
Overview
2025
2025
years of professional experience
Work History
LPN
Lecom
LPN
Pleasant Ridge Manor
- 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.
- 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.
- 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.
- Used aseptic techniques to provide sterilized wound care and dressing applications.
- Answered incoming phone calls from patients to provide basic assistance and triage medical concerns.
- Accurately recorded interactions in medical charts, documenting accidents and interventions applied.
- 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.
- Assisted in the management of chronic health conditions by providing education, support, and follow-up care.
LPN
EKids Care
Caregiver/LPN
Joyce Sargent
04.2020 - 11.2024
- Assisted clients with activities of daily living, promoting independence and quality of life.
- Cleaned house, ran errands, managed laundry, and completed weekly grocery shopping.
- Assisted with dressing guidance, grooming, meal preparation, and medication reminders.
- Performed light housekeeping duties to maintain cleanliness standards while respecting the patient''s personal space.
- Assisted clients with daily living needs to maintain self-esteem and general wellness.
- Built strong relationships with clients to deliver emotional support and companionship.
- Engaged patients in meaningful conversation, socialization, and activity while providing personal care assistance.
- Maintained a safe and clean environment for patients, reducing risks and ensuring optimal health outcomes.
- Enhanced patient comfort by providing compassionate and attentive care, addressing individual needs and preferences.
- Assisted patients with self-administered medications.
- Administered medications as prescribed, ensuring accurate dosage and timely administration for maximum efficacy.
Education
Associate Degree In Nursing - License Practical Nursing
Tri-State Business Center
Erie,Pa12.2005
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
- Health promotion
- Disease prevention
- Home healthcare
- Oncology nursing
- Medical equipment operation
- Patient hygiene assistance
- Patient documention
- Patient mobility assistance
- Pediatric nursing
- Wound care
- Vital signs
- Direct patient care
- HIPAA compliance
- Clinical documentation
- Patient assessments
- Medication dispensing
- Patient care
- Physical assessment
- Documentation accuracy
- Family communication
- Immunization administration
- Clinical judgment
- Breathing treatments
- Documenting intake
- Caregiving skills
- Patient relationship building
- Patient evaluations
- Geriatric care
- ADL assistance
- Preventive care
- Pulse oximetry tracking
- Chronic disease management
- Inpatient care
- Behavioral assessment
Timeline
Caregiver/LPN
Joyce Sargent
04.2020 - 11.2024
LPN
Lecom
LPN
Pleasant Ridge Manor
LPN
EKids Care
Associate Degree In Nursing - License Practical Nursing
Tri-State Business Center
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