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Penelope Baker

Spencer,Tennessee

Summary

Dynamic Licensed Practical Nurse with extensive experience at Cumberland Family Care, excelling in patient care and medication administration. Proven ability to develop individualized care plans and educate patients, ensuring optimal health outcomes. Skilled in IV therapy and compassionate communication, adept at managing critical situations while maintaining compliance with safety standards.

Skills

  • Patient care
  • Medication administration
  • Vital signs monitoring
  • Wound care management
  • Care plan development
  • Patient education
  • IV therapy administration
  • Catheter insertion
  • Emergency response
  • Documentation accuracy
  • Aseptic techniques
  • Critical thinking
  • Compassionate care
  • Time management
  • Direct patient care
  • HIPAA compliance
  • Physical assessment
  • Geriatric care
  • Vital signs
  • Patient assessments
  • Medication dispensing

Accomplishments

    Awarded Student of the Month

    Accommodation Award by the Van Buren Sheriff's Dept

Work History

Licensed Practical Nurse

Cumberland Family Care
Spencer, TN
01.2011 - Current
  • Administered medications and treatments per physician orders to ensure patient safety and compliance.
  • Monitored vital signs and reported changes to healthcare team for timely interventions.
  • Assisted in developing individualized care plans based on patient assessments and needs.
  • Educated patients and families on health management, medication adherence, and lifestyle modifications.
  • Implemented infection control measures to maintain safety standards within the healthcare facility.
  • Conducted routine assessments to identify potential health issues, ensuring early intervention and continuity of care.
  • Cared for wounds, provided treatments, and assisted with procedures.
  • Assisted with admissions, appointments, transfers, and discharges.
  • Demonstrated excellent technical skills in wound dressing changes, IV therapy administration, catheter insertion, and other routine nursing procedures.
  • Managed patient care through closely monitoring respiration, blood pressure, and blood glucose levels.
  • Managed time-sensitive tasks effectively under pressure while maintaining composure during critical situations or emergencies.
  • Have worked in the office setting and currently serve as the Correctional Nurse at County Jail

Licensed Practical Nurse

Highlands Medical Center
Sparta, TN
03.2008 - 01.2011
  • Collaborated with multidisciplinary teams to improve patient outcomes through effective communication and coordination.
  • Trained new staff on procedures, protocols, and best practices to enhance team performance.
  • Improved patient outcomes by administering medications, monitoring vital signs, and documenting relevant information.
  • Collaborated with interdisciplinary healthcare teams to ensure continuous quality improvement in patient care delivery.
  • Documented accurate and complete patient information to address patient problems and expected outcomes.
  • Facilitated efficient communication between patients, families, and healthcare providers to promote continuity of care across settings.
  • Obtained patient vital signs and input/output measurements from inpatients.
  • Performed routine evaluations of each patient's status, needs, and preferences.
  • Adapted quickly to changing patient needs, adjusting care plans accordingly to ensure optimal outcomes in diverse clinical scenarios.
  • Administered controlled narcotics, inserted IVs, and performed catheterizations.
  • Comforted and counseled patients and families throughout care process.
  • Provided compassionate palliative care for terminally ill patients while supporting their emotional needs during end-of-life stages.
  • Mentored new nursing staff to enhance professional development opportunities within the team dynamic.
  • Educated patients and families on health promotion, disease prevention, and self-care management strategies.
  • Monitored, tracked, and conveyed important patient information to healthcare staff to help optimize treatment planning and care delivery.
  • Gathered lab specimens, ordered testing, and interpreted results to diagnose patients.
  • Used aseptic techniques to provide sterilized wound care and dressing applications.
  • Delivered updates in patient status to charge nurse, recording changes in medical records.
  • Offered immediate assistance in emergency and routine paging situations to evaluate needs and deliver care.
  • Assisted with feeding and monitored intake to help patients achieve nutritional objectives.
  • Assisted physicians with diagnostic testing and procedural support for optimal treatment decisions.

Education

High School Diploma -

Van Buren County High School
Spencer, TN

License Practical Nurse

TCAT
Crossville, TN

Certification

CPR

IV THERAPY

BLOOD DRAWS

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