Paula Corley
PARIS,AR
Summary
Innovative LPN well-versed in infection control protocols, medical terminology and modern nursing practices. Proficient in medical equipment operation. Ethical and efficient professional with 27 years of experience examining patients and implementing patient care plans. Recognized for motivating healthcare teams working in acute, chronic and high patient volume settings. Support needs of LTC patients with unsurpassed clinical knowledge and interpersonal communication skills. Arkansas-licensed healthcare professional passionate about providing culturally-competent assistance to every patient. Excellent problem-solving, charting and quality assurance management skills.
Overview
26
26
years of professional experience
Work History
LPN Charge Nurse
Johnson County Health And Rehab
Clarksville, AR
06.2013 - 06.2022
- Analyzed patient assessments and laboratory data to bring any issues to attention of physicians.
- Assembled and used equipment such as catheters, tracheotomy tubes or oxygen suppliers to effectively manage patient care.
- Supported diagnoses by taking blood samples from patients for laboratory testing.
- Took samples to complete diagnostic and routine assessment tests.
- Reviewed patient history to verify conditions and current medications.
- Assessed patients' temperature, pulse and blood pressure and recorded in electronic medical records.
Charge Nurse
Clarksville Community
Clarksville, AR
01.2011 - 06.2013
- Trained new nurses in proper techniques, care standards, operational procedures and safety protocols.
- Administered medications and treatments to patients as ordered by physician, maintaining accountability for accurate narcotic count at end of each shift.
- Documented information in patients' electronic medical record, relaying information to clinicians and care providers to facilitate continuity of care.
- Cared for patients' wounds and changed dressings.
- Managed JP drains and chest, nasogastric, G and peg tubes.
- Managed various medications and treatments such as peritoneal dialysis, IV push, oral, subcutaneous, IV infusion and intramuscular injections.
- Monitored patient reactions after administering medications and IV therapies.
- Assessed and evaluated mental health needs, working with multidisciplinary team to initiate, manage and modify individualized care plans.
- Provided skilled, timely and level-headed emergency response to critically-ill patients.
Charge Nurse, LPN
Ozark Nursing Home
Ozark, AR
09.2010 - 01.2011
- Interacted smoothly with patients and loved ones, updated on care plans and advocated for needs.
- Managed JP drains and chest, nasogastric, G and peg tubes.
- Documented medications administered, treatments and patient procedures performed in appropriate records according to privacy requirements.
- Administered medications and treatments to patients as ordered by physician, maintaining accountability for accurate narcotic count at end of each shift.
- Managed patient care through closely monitoring respiration, blood pressure and blood glucose levels.
- Administered controlled narcotics, inserted IVs and performed catheterizations.
LPN, Vent Nurse
Lakeview Nursing And Rehab
Eufaula, OK
04.2007 - 09.2010
- Remained calm during high-stress, critical situations, demonstrating sustained focus and problem-solving in real-time.
- Cared for wounds, provided treatments and assisted with procedures.
- Administered controlled narcotics, inserted IVs and performed catheterizations.
- Documented accurate and complete patient information to address patient problems and expected outcomes.
- Vaccinated patients to protect individuals from measles, pneumonia, influenza and other illnesses of concern.
- Administered medications via oral, IV and intramuscular injections and monitored responses.
- Managed patient care through closely monitoring respiration, blood pressure and blood glucose levels.
- Trained new nurses in proper techniques, care standards, operational procedures and safety protocols.
- Obtained biological specimens for ordered tests and prepared for laboratory transport.
LPN Charge Nurse
Saint Andrews Place
Conway, AR
08.2003 - 04.2007
- Analyzed patient assessments and laboratory data to bring any issues to attention of physicians.
- Assembled and used equipment such as catheters, tracheotomy tubes or oxygen suppliers to effectively manage patient care.
- Documented patient vitals, behaviors and conditions to communicate concerns to Physician.
- Reviewed patient history to verify conditions and current medications to long-term care residents with bathing, dressing, feeding and other daily living activities.
LPN Charge Nurse
Paris Health And Rehab
Paris, AR
05.2001 - 08.2003
- Delivered direct quality care to patients by evaluating medical conditions and managing and assessing treatments.
- Analyzed patient assessments and laboratory data to bring any issues to attention of physicians.
- Assembled and used equipment such as catheters, tracheotomy tubes or oxygen suppliers to effectively manage patient care.
- Documented patient vitals, behaviors and conditions to communicate concerns to supervising RN.
- Circulated assigned floor to measure and record patients' fluid and food levels, implementing measures to promote healthy intake and output as necessary.
Clinical LPN
Sparks Preferred Medical Care
Fort Smith, AR
08.1998 - 05.2001
- Monitored patients, evaluated results and recommended further courses of treatment to quickly improve patient outcomes.
- Demonstrated knowledge of technical procedures and proper equipment use.
- Assessed patients' temperature, pulse and blood pressure and recorded in electronic medical records.
- Reviewed patient history to verify conditions and current medications.
- Responded to patient requests with appropriate clinical and personal assistance.
- Evaluated patient histories, complaints and current symptoms.
- Provided diagnosis information, treatment possibilities, disease management tips and wound care advice to patients, loved ones and caregivers.
- Protected patients and healthcare team members from infection by sterilizing equipment and reusable supplies.
- Took samples to complete diagnostic and routine assessment tests.
- Clearly and thoroughly explained diagnoses, treatment options and procedures to patients and loved ones, checking in to verify understanding.
Charge Nurse
PRN Medical Staffing
Fort Smith, AR
05.1998 - 08.1998
- Administered medications and treatments to patients as ordered by physician, maintaining accountability for accurate narcotic count at end of each shift.
- Documented medications administered, treatments and patient procedures performed in appropriate records according to privacy requirements.
- Cared for patients' wounds and changed dressings.
- Managed JP drains and chest, nasogastric, G and peg tubes.
- Monitored patient reactions after administering medications and IV therapies.
- Trained new nurses in proper techniques, care standards, operational procedures and safety protocols.
Charge Nurse
Ozark Nursing And Rehab
Ozark, AR
02.1996 - 05.1998
- Administered medications and treatments to patients as ordered by physician, maintaining accountability for accurate narcotic count at end of each shift..
- Documented medications administered, treatments and patient procedures performed in appropriate records according to privacy requirements.
- Cared for patients' wounds and changed dressings.
- Managed JP drains and chest, nasogastric, G and peg tubes.
- Monitored patient reactions after administering medications and IV therapies.
- Provided skilled, timely and level-headed emergency response to critically-ill patients.
- Assessed and evaluated mental health needs, working with multidisciplinary team to initiate, manage and modify individualized care plans.
- Trained new nurses in proper techniques, care standards, operational procedures and safety protocols.
Education
Practical Nursing - Nursing
Arkansas Valley Technical Institute of Arkansas Tech University
Ozark, AR12.1995
High School Diploma -
Paris High School
Paris, AR06.1986
Skills
- Collecting Vitals
- Intramuscular Injections
- Medication Side Effect Knowledge
- Conditions Reporting
- Tracheostomy Care
- Intravenous Medications
- Patient Medical Histories
- Assessing Residents
- Pneumonia Vaccinations
- Quality Assessments
- Work Planning and Coordination
Timeline
LPN Charge Nurse
Johnson County Health And Rehab
06.2013 - 06.2022
Charge Nurse
Clarksville Community
01.2011 - 06.2013
Charge Nurse, LPN
Ozark Nursing Home
09.2010 - 01.2011
LPN, Vent Nurse
Lakeview Nursing And Rehab
04.2007 - 09.2010
LPN Charge Nurse
Saint Andrews Place
08.2003 - 04.2007
LPN Charge Nurse
Paris Health And Rehab
05.2001 - 08.2003
Clinical LPN
Sparks Preferred Medical Care
08.1998 - 05.2001
Charge Nurse
PRN Medical Staffing
05.1998 - 08.1998
Charge Nurse
Ozark Nursing And Rehab
02.1996 - 05.1998
Practical Nursing - Nursing
Arkansas Valley Technical Institute of Arkansas Tech University
High School Diploma -
Paris High School
reading, camping, deer hunting, 4-wheeling
I enjoy doing things with my family such as camping, deer hunting and 4-wheeling. When I get some time alone and like to read.
reading, camping, deer hunting, 4-wheeling
I enjoy doing things with my family such as camping, deer hunting and 4-wheeling. When I get some time alone and like to read.
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