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Penni Sikes

Canton,TX

Summary

Compassionate Nurse LVN with extensive experience in patient care and staff management. Skilled in conducting assessments, administering medications, and collaborating with medical professionals to ensure quality care. Proficient in utilizing healthcare software for documentation and payroll management, with a strong commitment to enhancing resident well-being and operational efficiency.

Work History

Nurse LVN

Country Place Senior Living
  • Conduct admission assessments and manage medication administration for residents.
  • Hire, train, and schedule caregivers and hourly staff to ensure optimal care.
  • Oversee medication cart and coordinate medication destruction with pharmacy.
  • Administer injections as ordered and order medications according to resident needs.
  • Collaborate with medical director and physicians to order labs and X-rays.
  • Utilize Point Click Care for charting and maintain resident records accurately.
  • Assist with payroll and scheduling tasks using Paycom for staff management.
  • Order groceries and prepare menus for residents to meet dietary needs.
  • Complete background checks and onboarding processes for new employees.

Charge Nurse

Canton Oaks Nursing Home
2012 - 2014
  • Trained new nurses in proper techniques, care standards, operational procedures, and safety protocols.
  • Coordinated nursing care on unit through staff assignments, assisting and rounding with physicians, monitoring patient orders, and communicating with ancillary departments.
  • Conducted daily shift briefs to inform staff of changes in patient care assignments.
  • Mentored and supervised junior nurses, fostering a supportive and professional work environment.
  • Optimized patient satisfaction through timely response to concerns and effective communication among staff members.
  • Promoted a safe working environment by adhering to infection control policies and regularly reviewing safety protocols.
  • Collaborated with other healthcare professionals to provide quality patient care.
  • Maintained accurate documentation of patient information, enabling informed decision-making among the healthcare team members.

Education

Certificate - Nursing

Trinity Valley Community College
Athens, TX
12.1997

Skills

  • Patient care
  • Medication administration
  • Staff training
  • Scheduling
  • Collaboration with physicians
  • Charting accuracy
  • Onboarding processes
  • Dietary management
  • Payroll assistance
  • Medication management

Timeline

Nurse LVN

Country Place Senior Living

Charge Nurse

Canton Oaks Nursing Home
2012 - 2014

Certificate - Nursing

Trinity Valley Community College
Penni Sikes