Paul Prouty
Berlin,NH
Summary
Dedicated and compassionate Licensed Practical Nurse with extensive experience in medical procedures, including sample collection, blood draw, IV insertion and infection control. Meticulous regard for detail and accuracy with strong follow-through and administrative skills. Maintains composure and makes accurate decisions in fast-paced, unpredictable and stressful environments. History of interfacing seamlessly with doctors, specialized support services, patients and visiting families.
Overview
11
11
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
LPN
MAS Medical Staffing
Londonderry, NH
12.2018 - Current
- Documented patient intake information, including medical histories, current symptoms and vitals such as height and weight.
- Examined and addressed lacerations, contusions and other physical symptoms in need of further attention.
- Cleaned and sanitized rooms and equipment using aseptic technique to prevent infection and cross-contamination.
- Responded to patient alarms and needs-assessment requests to identify course of treatment.
- Collected biological specimens and packaged for laboratory transport to complete important diagnostic tests.
- Followed rehabilitation and treatment care plans to accelerate patient recovery, minimize pain and optimize patient outcomes.
- Worked with healthcare team, including 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.
- Answered patient and family questions to educate on optimal treatment procedures.
- Counseled clients, patients and families and provided emotional and psychosocial support.
- Educated clients, patients and caregivers on medical diagnoses, treatment options, chronic disease self-management and wound management.
- Started, monitored and managed intravenous medication to stabilize patient heart and blood pressure.
- Collected and documented vital signs to track current patient conditions.
LPN
North Country Home Health & Hospice
Littleton, NH
03.2016 - 12.2018
- Documented patient intake information, including medical histories, current symptoms and vitals such as height and weight.
- Examined and addressed lacerations, contusions and other physical symptoms in need of further attention.
- Cleaned and sanitized rooms and equipment using aseptic technique to prevent infection and cross-contamination.
- Collected biological specimens and packaged for laboratory transport to complete important diagnostic tests.
- Researched and studied client diagnoses to identify care needs, effectively contributed to nursing plan developments and facilitated patient education.
- Managed wound care, gave respiratory treatments and helped with non-invasive procedures.
- Triaged patients by phone and provided general assistance for basic and advanced needs.
- Observed, charted and reported developments in patient health condition.
- Communicated concerns regarding clients' status, care and environment to nursing supervisors, clinical care supervisors and case managers.
LPN
Grafton County Nursing Home
North Haverhill, NH
10.2014 - 03.2016
- Documented patient intake information, including medical histories, current symptoms and vitals such as height and weight.
- Examined and addressed lacerations, contusions and other physical symptoms in need of further attention.
- Cleaned and sanitized rooms and equipment using aseptic technique to prevent infection and cross-contamination.
- Responded to patient alarms and needs-assessment requests to identify course of treatment.
- Collected biological specimens and packaged for laboratory transport to complete important diagnostic tests.
- Managed wound care, gave respiratory treatments and helped with non-invasive procedures.
Education
Associate of Arts - General Studies
White Mountains Community College
Berlin, NH05.2008
Skills
- Patient triaging
- Samples collection
- Multi-tasking and prioritization
- Healthcare platforms
- Caring for wounds
- NH Licensed Practical Nurse
Certification
- First Aid/CPR
Timeline
LPN
MAS Medical Staffing
12.2018 - Current
LPN
North Country Home Health & Hospice
03.2016 - 12.2018
LPN
Grafton County Nursing Home
10.2014 - 03.2016
Associate of Arts - General Studies
White Mountains Community College