Prisca Essien
Frederick,MD
Summary
Dynamic LPN Nursing Supervisor at Brighton Gardens Assisted Living, skilled in quality assurance initiatives and mental health support. Successfully trained nursing staff, implemented infection control procedures, and developed individualized care plans, enhancing patient satisfaction and safety. Proficient in diabetes care, ensuring compliance with HIPAA standards while delivering compassionate support to patients and families.
Seasoned nursing professional offering proven clinical knowledge, natural interpersonal strengths and technical abilities. Knowledgeable about EMAR and PCC charting, medication administration and interdisciplinary collaboration focused on optimizing patient care and support. Quality-focused and efficiency-driven leader.
Passionate Nurse with demonstrated experience in Long term and Assisted Living care settings. Proven ability to build strong relationships with patients and families while providing compassionate care. Offers strong task prioritization and organizational skills.
Overview
15
15
years of professional experience
Work History
LPN Nursing Supervisor
Brighton Gardens Assisted Living
11.2020 - Current
- Trained new nurses in proper techniques, care standards, operational procedures, and safety protocols.
- Supervised, directed, and motivated high-quality performance from nursing staff.
- Investigated and independently resolved complaints from staff, physicians, and patients by leveraging clinical judgment and unit management expertise.
- Oversaw infection control procedures to protect patients from infections and keep nursing departments compliant with state regulations.
- Worked at least 16 hours per month as floor nurse to maintain clinical proficiency.
- Developed and implemented quality improvement initiatives to provide best possible patient care and identify and address areas of concern.
- Managed medication technicians and care managers in 130 beds community by providing comprehensive nursing guidance and maintaining outstanding patient satisfaction and care standards.
- Reviewed patient history to verify conditions and current medications.
- Managed various general office duties such as answering multiple telephone lines, completing insurance forms, and mailing monthly invoice statements to patients.
- Assessed patients' temperature, pulse, and blood pressure and recorded in electronic medical records.
- Responded to patient requests with appropriate clinical and personal assistance.
- Coordinated patient transfers to other facilities.
- Administered medications and injections to patients.
- Provided diagnosis information, treatment possibilities, disease management tips and wound care advice to patients, loved ones and caregivers.
- Provided patient education on health care issues and prescribed medications.
- Monitored patient health conditions to report changes to assigned physician.
- Developed and implemented individualized patient care plans.
- Clearly and thoroughly explained diagnoses, treatment options and procedures to patients and loved ones, checking in to verify understanding.
- Delivered emotional support to patients and families during challenging times.
- Evaluated patient histories, complaints, and current symptoms.
- Worked with multidisciplinary team to carry out successful treatment plans for diverse acute and chronic conditions.
LPN Charge Nurse
Shady Grove Nursing and Rehab
10.2023 - 11.2025
- Updated patient medical records with services provided, health conditions, and response to treatments using [Software].
- Documented vitals and medical histories in patient charts when assessing patients and communicated patient information to physicians and other nurses for care continuity.
- Delivered direct quality care to patients by evaluating medical conditions and managing and assessing treatments.
- Managed daily staff assignments and patient scheduling to guarantee clinic coverage and flow.
- Promoted patient independence by teaching self-care skills and explaining conditions and medications.
- Assembled and used equipment such as catheters, tracheotomy tubes, or oxygen suppliers to effectively manage patient care.
- Assessed patients' temperature, pulse, and blood pressure and recorded in electronic medical records.
- Served as charge nurse, caring for patients with serious illnesses.
- Analyzed patient assessments and laboratory data to bring any issues to attention of physicians.
- Responded to patient requests with appropriate clinical and personal assistance.
- Coordinated patient transfers to other facilities.
- Administered medications and injections to patients.
- Protected patients and healthcare team members from infection by sterilizing equipment and reusable supplies.
- Helped patients complete bathing, dressing and eating.
- Provided diagnosis information, treatment possibilities, disease management tips and wound care advice to patients, loved ones and caregivers.
- Provided patient education on health care issues and prescribed medications.
- Monitored patient health conditions to report changes to assigned physician.
- Developed and implemented individualized patient care plans.
- Clearly and thoroughly explained diagnoses, treatment options and procedures to patients and loved ones, checking in to verify understanding.
- Delivered emotional support to patients and families during challenging times.
- Helped long-term care residents with bathing, dressing, feeding, and other daily living activities.
- Evaluated patient histories, complaints, and current symptoms.
- Worked with multidisciplinary team to carry out successful treatment plans for diverse acute and chronic conditions.
Education
LPN License - Nursing
VMT Education Center
401 North Capital St NE, Washington, DC 2000209-2010
High School Diploma -
Sekondi College
Ghana - West Africa09-2005
Skills
- Ensuring confidentiality in patient care
- Mental health support
- Quality assurance initiatives
- Evidence-based clinical evaluation
- Guidance in clinical practice
- Proficient in diabetes care
- Expertise in HIPAA standards
- Cardiovascular health support
- Familiarity with healthcare policy standards
- Comprehensive care planning
- Geriatric patient assistance
- Vital signs evaluation and documentation
- Preventive care
Languages
English
Full Professional
Interests
- Spending Quality time with family
- Interior Design for Family and Friends
- Personal Development and Self-Improvement by Learning new things
Timeline
LPN Charge Nurse
Shady Grove Nursing and Rehab
10.2023 - 11.2025
LPN Nursing Supervisor
Brighton Gardens Assisted Living
11.2020 - Current
LPN License - Nursing
VMT Education Center
High School Diploma -
Sekondi College