Dedicated Charge Licensed Practical Nurse offering 7-year background managing nursing staff, delegating assignments and assessing patient conditions. Expertise in progress monitoring, plan implementation and history taking.. Devoted to service excellence in patient care and patient advocacy. LVN with proven skills in working with RNs in long term and rehab settings to offer top-notch patient care and support. Vigilant, systematic and focused on delivering cost-effective, high-quality medical care. . Effective at tracking vitals and responses to treatments, administering medications and transcribing orders. Good relationship-building and problem-solving abilities. Licensed in Texas.
Overview
7
7
years of professional experience
Work History
LVN Charge Nurse
Methodist Transitional Care Hsp
02.2022 - Current
Promoted continuity of care by maintaining comprehensive medical records and updating physicians on significant changes in patients'' conditions.
Collaborated with interdisciplinary teams to develop individualized care plans that addressed patients'' physical, emotional, and psychological needs.
Facilitated smooth transitions between shifts through efficient handoff reports that highlighted critical information for incoming nurses.
Responded to patient requests with appropriate clinical and personal assistance.
Worked with multidisciplinary team to carry out successful treatment plans for diverse acute and chronic conditions.
Documented patient vitals, behaviors and conditions to communicate concerns to supervising nurse.
Took samples to complete diagnostic and routine assessment tests.
Protected patients and healthcare team members from infection by sterilizing equipment and reusable supplies.
Assessed patients' temperature, pulse, and blood pressure and recorded in electronic medical records.
Assisted in coordinating transfers, discharges and admissions to establish smooth transition of patients.
Assembled and used equipment such as catheters, tracheotomy tubes, or oxygen suppliers to effectively manage patient care.
Maintained and promoted autonomy and rights of patients to provide protection and enforce dignity and respect.
Documented patient care plans and progress to enable tracking history and maintain updated records.
Collaborated with interdisciplinary teams to establish proper patient care and provide education to patients and family members.
Updated patient medical records with services provided, health conditions, and response to treatments using [Software].
Monitored patient health conditions to report changes to assigned physician.
LVN Charge Nurse
Ensign
02.2020 - 02.2022
Managed patient caseloads effectively by prioritizing needs, delegating tasks appropriately, and collaborating with healthcare professionals.
Ensured compliance with regulatory standards through continuous quality improvement initiatives and documentation audits.
Promoted continuity of care by maintaining comprehensive medical records and updating physicians on significant changes in patients'' conditions.
Collaborated with interdisciplinary teams to develop individualized care plans that addressed patients'' physical, emotional, and psychological needs.
Facilitated smooth transitions between shifts through efficient handoff reports that highlighted critical information for incoming nurses.
Bolstered patient safety through consistent implementation of fall prevention measures such as bed alarms, hourly rounding, and mobility assistance.
Responded to patient requests with appropriate clinical and personal assistance.
Worked with multidisciplinary team to carry out successful treatment plans for diverse acute and chronic conditions.
Documented patient vitals, behaviors and conditions to communicate concerns to supervising nurse.
Took samples to complete diagnostic and routine assessment tests.
Assessed patients' temperature, pulse, and blood pressure and recorded in electronic medical records.
PRN LVN
Vibra Specialty Care Hospital
08.2021 - 11.2021
Enhanced patient care by providing compassionate and individualized attention, leading to improved health outcomes.
Administered medications accurately and in a timely manner, ensuring proper treatment for various conditions.
Collaborated with interdisciplinary healthcare teams to develop comprehensive care plans tailored to patients'' needs.
Monitored vital signs and assessed patients regularly, swiftly identifying any changes in condition and addressing concerns promptly.
PRN LVN
Desoto Nursing And Rehab
11.2020 - 04.2021
Enhanced patient care by providing compassionate and individualized attention, leading to improved health outcomes.
Administered medications accurately and in a timely manner, ensuring proper treatment for various conditions.
Collaborated with interdisciplinary healthcare teams to develop comprehensive care plans tailored to patients'' needs.
Monitored vital signs and assessed patients regularly, swiftly identifying any changes in condition and addressing concerns promptly.
Educated patients and their families on disease management, medication administration, and at-home care techniques, empowering them to take control of their health.
Streamlined documentation processes by maintaining accurate medical records through electronic charting systems.
LVN
Villa @ Mountainview
06.2018 - 02.2020
Enhanced patient care by providing compassionate and individualized attention, leading to improved health outcomes.
Administered medications accurately and in a timely manner, ensuring proper treatment for various conditions.
Collaborated with interdisciplinary healthcare teams to develop comprehensive care plans tailored to patients'' needs.
Monitored vital signs and assessed patients regularly, swiftly identifying any changes in condition and addressing concerns promptly.
LVN
Williamsburgh Village
11.2016 - 06.2018
Collaborated with interdisciplinary healthcare teams to develop comprehensive care plans tailored to patients'' needs.
Monitored vital signs and assessed patients regularly, swiftly identifying any changes in condition and addressing concerns promptly.
Provided high-quality wound care, reducing the risk of infection and promoting timely healing.
Managed patient care through closely monitoring respiration, blood pressure, and blood glucose levels.
Performed routine evaluations of each patient's status, needs, and preferences.
Obtained patient vital signs and input/output measurements from inpatients.
Administered controlled narcotics, inserted IVs, and performed catheterizations.
Collaborated with interdisciplinary team of healthcare and social service providers to address patients' needs through effective intervention and care planning.
Cared for wounds, provided treatments, and assisted with procedures.
Assisted with admissions, appointments, transfers, and discharges.
Used aseptic techniques to provide sterilized wound care and dressing applications.
Offered immediate assistance in emergency and routine paging situations to evaluate needs and deliver care.
Gathered lab specimens, ordered testing, and interpreted results to diagnose patients.
Evaluated patients to identify and address wounds, behavioral concerns, and medically relevant symptoms.
STAFFING AND CENTRAL SUPPLY MANAGER at METHODIST TRANSITIONAL CARE AND REHABILITATIONSTAFFING AND CENTRAL SUPPLY MANAGER at METHODIST TRANSITIONAL CARE AND REHABILITATION