Patricia Carr
Reliant At Home
Lufkin
1
Certification
20
years of professional experience
Compassionate Licensed Vocational Nurse (LVN) Delivers high-quality patient care and collaborates effectively with healthcare teams. Leverages clinical knowledge to enhance patient interactions and improve outcomes in healthcare settings.
Work History
Home Health Nurse
1 Year 1 Month- Monitored patient vital signs and reported significant changes to healthcare team.
- Educated patients and families on care plans, medications, and health management strategies.
- Coordinated care transitions by collaborating with multidisciplinary teams for optimal patient outcomes.
- Administered medication and treatment plans in accordance with physician directives.
- Developed strong rapport with patients and families, fostering trust and open communication during challenging times.
Charge Nurse
5 Months- Conducted patient assessments, documenting vital signs and clinical observations accurately.
- Assessed patients' temperature, pulse, and blood pressure and recorded in electronic medical records.
- Led emergency response efforts, ensuring rapid intervention for critical patient situations.
- Assembled and used equipment such as catheters, tracheotomy tubes, or oxygen suppliers to effectively manage patient care.
- Utilized critical thinking skills to make sound clinical decisions in high-pressure situations, minimizing risks and ensuring patient safety.
LVN Telemetry Nurse
3 Years 11 Months- Provided compassionate nursing care to a diverse population of patients in the telemetry unit.
- Trained and mentored junior nursing staff in telemetry monitoring procedures and best practices.
- Led quality improvement initiatives focused on enhancing patient safety and satisfaction outcomes.
- Streamlined workflow processes for patient assessments, enhancing overall departmental efficiency.
LVN
1 Year 5 Months- Provided healthcare services in a correctional facility
- Conducted health assessments and documented vital signs to maintain accurate patient records.
- Administered medications and monitored patient responses to ensure effective treatment outcomes.
- Provided education on health management and disease prevention to enhance patient understanding.
- Implemented infection control protocols, ensuring compliance with safety regulations and standards.
- Documented accurate and complete patient information to address patient problems and expected outcomes.
agency LVN
1 Month- General Healthcare Resources as agency LVN at Gibb Lewis in Woodville, Tx March 2019
- Cared for wounds, provided treatments, and assisted with procedures.
- Promoted patient safety through vigilant monitoring of vital signs and reporting any abnormalities to the appropriate healthcare provider promptly.
- Prevented medication errors by meticulously reviewing physician orders and administering medications as prescribed.
- Managed patient care through closely monitoring respiration, blood pressure, and blood glucose levels.
agency LVN
4 Months- General Healthcare Resources as agency LVN at Polunsky from July to November 2018
- Administered medications and monitored vital signs for inmate population, ensuring compliance with healthcare protocols.
- Educated inmates on health management and disease prevention, enhancing overall patient understanding of medical issues.
- Implemented infection control measures to minimize outbreaks and maintain sanitary conditions within correctional environments.
- Conducted routine assessments, documenting patient progress and responding promptly to changes in condition or behavior.
LVN
10 Years 11 Months- Woodland Heights Medical Center as LVN on Med/Surg floor and float pool 2006-2017
- Monitored patient vital signs and telemetry readings to ensure timely response to changes in condition.
- Collaborated with interdisciplinary teams to develop and implement patient care plans.
- Administered medications and treatments per physician orders, ensuring adherence to protocols.
- Educated patients and families on health management strategies and post-discharge care instructions.
- Assessed patient responses to treatment plans, making adjustments based on clinical observations.
- Assisted physicians with treatment plans for patients, resulting in improved health outcomes.
Education
High School
LVN - Nursing
Skills
Medication administration
Vital signs monitoring
Care plan management
Electronic medical records
Care coordination
HIPAA compliance
Patient safety assessment
Home safety evaluation
Certification
- Current on BLS
- Current Texas nursing license
Timeline
Home Health Nurse
Reliant At Home
07.2025 - CurrentRead More
Charge Nurse
Diboll Health and Rehab
12.2024 - 05.2025Read More
LVN Telemetry Nurse
Woodland Heights Medical Center
01.2021 - 12.2024Read More
LVN
UTMB Correctional Managed Care
04.2019 - 09.2020Read More
agency LVN
General Healthcare Resources
03.2019 - 04.2019Read More
agency LVN
General Healthcare Resources
07.2018 - 11.2018Read More
LVN
Woodland Heights Medical Center
12.2006 - 11.2017Read More
Lufkin High School
High School
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Angelina College
LVN from Nursing
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