Patrice Setley
Saint Charles
Summary
Compassionate LPN Nursing Supervisor, known for high productivity and efficiency in completing tasks. Skilled in patient care management, staff supervision, and healthcare compliance. Excel at communication, leadership, and problem-solving to enhance team performance and patient satisfaction. Committed to maintaining quality care standards and continuous improvement in fast-paced environments.
Overview
22
22
years of professional experience
21
21
years of post-secondary education
1
1
Certification
Work History
LPN Nursing Supervisor
The Sarah Community
Bridgeton
03.2008 - Current
- Supervised nursing staff and ensured compliance with healthcare regulations.
- Coordinated patient care plans with interdisciplinary team members.
- Managed medication administration and monitored patients' health status.
- Developed training materials for ongoing staff education and development.
- Conducted regular performance evaluations for nursing personnel.
- Ensured that all staff members were properly trained in the use of medical equipment and protocols.
- Developed and implemented nursing care plans for individual patients based on their needs.
- Implemented infection control protocols throughout the facility in accordance with state regulations.
- Supervised the administration of medications according to established guidelines.
- Collaborated with physicians to evaluate patient progress and determine necessary changes in care or medication regimens.
- Assisted in developing policies that promote a safe environment for both patients and staff members.
- Monitored performance of all nursing staff and provided feedback as needed.
- Provided guidance to nurses, LPNs, and other healthcare personnel regarding patient care policies and procedures.
- Resolved conflicts between nursing personnel or between patients and families and nursing personnel when necessary.
- Maintained accurate records of patient visits, treatments, medications, test results.
- Received and investigated complaints from families, patients and clinical staff, devising solutions to multifaceted challenges.
- Applied clinical judgment and comprehensive knowledge of facility policies to assist floor nurses with patient care decisions.
- Trained other nurses on patient care and daily tasks, supporting growth, and professional development.
- Observed nurse administration of oral, intramuscular, and IV medications to patients as prescribed, monitoring responses for adverse reactions.
- Administered medications and therapies in accordance with physicians orders.
- Directed implementation of improved patient care and documentation methods and procedures to achieve quality objectives.
- Charted changes in patient conditions and discussed concerns with supervising healthcare provider.
- Answered patient calls, identified issues, and determined how best to provide assistance within parameters established by facility and supervisor.
- Took temperatures or blood pressures, dressed wounds and provided other basic patient care or treatments.
- Addressed patient care needs, collected vitals, dressed wounds, and managed catheters.
- Observed strict confidentiality and safeguarded all patient-related information.
- Communicated with patients with compassion while keeping medical information private.
- Answered patients' calls to determine how to assist.
- Collected blood, urine or sputum from patients to perform routine laboratory tests.
- Assembled and used catheters, tracheotomy tubes or oxygen suppliers.
- Prepared patients for examinations, tests or treatments and explained procedures.
- Delivered high-quality direct and indirect nursing care to patients.
- Provided behavioral and emotional support and closely supervised patients suffering from dementia and Alzheimer's.
- Provided pre- and post-operative nursing care.
- Counseled clients, patients and families and provided emotional and psychosocial support.
- Evaluated patient care procedural changes for effectiveness and made necessary adjustments.
- Prepared or examined food trays for conformance to prescribed diet.
- Facilitated communication between patients, family members, and healthcare professionals.
LPN Charge Nurse
Brookview Nursing Home
Bridgeton
01.2004 - 02.2008
- Supervised nursing staff and ensured compliance with care protocols.
- Coordinated patient care plans and implemented effective treatment strategies.
- Administered medications and monitored patient reactions for safety.
- Conducted regular assessments to evaluate patient health and needs.
- Trained new staff on best practices in patient care and documentation.
- Communicated with families regarding patient status and care instructions.
- Collaborated with healthcare professionals to improve patient outcomes and experiences.
- Administered medications in accordance with policies and legal limitations.
- Assessed patients' health conditions and monitored changes in their condition.
- Responded promptly to emergency situations as needed.
- Ensured all safety protocols were followed during patient care.
- Observed and reported changes in condition of patients and signs and symptoms of deviations from normal health status.
- Supervised the activities of other nursing staff members and provided guidance when necessary.
- Maintained accurate medical records and updated them regularly.
- Documented adverse patient reactions to medications and reported findings to supervisors.
- Provided patient care plans, treatments, and medications according to physicians' orders.
- Identified potential problems or risks that could affect patient outcomes.
- Evaluated patient responses to treatments and interventions and documented progress notes accordingly.
- Communicated effectively with patients, families, colleagues, and other healthcare professionals.
- Educated patients on conditions, medications and self-care skills.
- Carried out physician orders accurately while adhering to hospital policies and procedures.
- Monitored medication administration for accuracy, compliance, and effectiveness of treatment plan.
- Promoted positive relationships between patients, families, visitors, physicians, nurses, volunteers.
- Collaborated with supervisor to prepare nursing assessment summaries and health care plans.
- Performed routine checks on equipment used for patient care.
- Assisted physicians and nurses with special procedures.
- Assisted in developing policies related to infection control practices.
- Participated in creating a safe environment by following fire safety regulations.
- Developed strategies for improving quality of care standards within the unit or department.
- Coordinated discharge planning activities including arranging follow-up appointments for discharged patients.
- Charted changes in patient conditions and discussed concerns with supervising healthcare provider.
- Documented patient medical histories, current symptoms and vitals.
- Addressed patient care needs, collected vitals, dressed wounds, and managed catheters.
- Answered patient calls, identified issues, and determined how best to provide assistance within parameters established by facility and supervisor.
- Observed strict confidentiality and safeguarded all patient-related information.
- Guaranteed exceptional care quality by correctly administering medication, inserting and caring for catheters, dressing and changing wounds and assisting with personal hygiene.
- Communicated with patients with compassion while keeping medical information private.
- Collected blood, urine or sputum from patients to perform routine laboratory tests.
- Delivered high-quality direct and indirect nursing care to patients.
- Collaborated with multi-disciplinary staff to improve overall patient care and response times.
- Worked with social workers, physical therapists and speech therapists to assess patient needs, plan and adjust plans of care and actualize nursing interventions to promote and restore patient health.
- Prepared or examined food trays for conformance to prescribed diet.
Education
LPN - Nursing
SCCCC
O'Fallon, MO 01.1988 - 01.2009
Certificate - Intervenous Therapy
SCCCC
03.1989 - 05.1989
Skills
- Patient care planning
- Medication administration
- Infection control protocols
- Performance evaluation
- Clinical documentation
- Regulatory compliance
- Care coordination
- Staff training and development
- Communication skills
- Conflict resolution
- Emotional intelligence
- Team collaboration
- Problem solving
- Time management
- Patient confidentiality
Certification
- Licensed practical nursing license completed and passed MO Board of Nursing in 1989 have IV therapy completed in 1989 Been nursing supervisor experience for 5 years Been in LTC settings since 1983
References
References available upon request.
Timeline
LPN Nursing Supervisor
The Sarah Community
03.2008 - Current
LPN Charge Nurse
Brookview Nursing Home
01.2004 - 02.2008
Certificate - Intervenous Therapy
SCCCC
03.1989 - 05.1989
LPN - Nursing
SCCCC
01.1988 - 01.2009
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