Priscilla Crum
Gretna,LA
Summary
Seasoned nursing professional offering proven clinical knowledge, natural interpersonal strengths and technical abilities. Knowledgeable about EMR charting, medication administration and interdisciplinary collaboration focused on optimizing patient care and support. Quality-focused and efficiency-driven leader.
Overview
22
22
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
PRN Nurse
St. Jude's Nursing Home
2023.06 - Current
- Contributed to a positive work culture by collaborating with colleagues, offering assistance when needed, and actively participating in team meetings.
- Served as a patient advocate, ensuring their best interests were always considered and respected during treatment decisions.
- Ensured accurate charting of patient information using electronic medical records systems while maintaining patient confidentiality per HIPAA guidelines.
- Monitored vital signs regularly; promptly alerted the appropriate healthcare professionals if any abnormalities were detected.
Staff LPN
Woldenberg Village
2018.09 - 2023.05
- Responsibilities include, but are not limited to: assessments, documentation, administration of medication via oral route, peg tube, SQ injections and IVPB's
- Administered controlled narcotics, inserted IVs, and performed catheterizations.
- Performed wound care treatments using sterile techniques, promoting healing and preventing complications.
- Cared for wounds, provided treatments, and assisted with procedures.
- Documented accurate and complete patient information to address patient problems and expected outcomes.
LPN Clinical Care Coordinator
Ochsner Health System
2015.10 - 2021.06
- Responsibilities include but are not limited to: to provide transitional care to patients after discharge from the hospital, and to assist with coordinating additional patient care needs with providers and other supporting disciplines.
- Answered incoming phone calls from patients to provide basic assistance and triage medical concerns.
- Assisted in the management of chronic health conditions by providing education, support, and follow-up care.
- Collaborated with interdisciplinary team of healthcare and social service providers to address patients' needs through effective intervention and care planning.
- Served as a liaison between patients, providers, insurers, and community resources to ensure optimal service delivery throughout the continuum of care.
Infection Control Nurse
Kindred Hospital
2012.07 - 2015.09
- Implemented isolation precautions for high-risk patients, minimizing exposure risks to others within the healthcare environment.
- Optimized environmental cleaning procedures, resulting in decreased transmission of pathogens within the facility.
- Conducted regular audits of clinical practices related to infection control measures, identifying areas for improvement and providing targeted recommendations.
- Set clear policies to improve success of infection control measures in departments.
- Identified and mitigated unnecessary infection risks through regular reviews and procedural assessments.
- Coordinated successfully and with full compliance to prevent infections according to facility and Joint Commission standards.
Nurse, LTAC
Kindred Hospital
2010.06 - 2012.06
- Provided emotional support to both patients and families during challenging times, fostering a sense of comfort within the facility.
- Monitored patients'' health conditions closely, promptly reporting significant changes to physicians and other healthcare professionals.
- Assisted patients with daily living activities while preserving dignity and respecting individual preferences.
- Enhanced the overall quality of life for patients by implementing individualized care plans tailored to their specific needs.
- Utilized evidence-based nursing practices in wound care management, resulting in improved healing rates among patients with chronic wounds.
- Demonstrated strong clinical judgment in assessing, planning, implementing, documenting, and evaluating patient care according to established standards of practice.
LPN School Nurse
Plaquemines Parish School Board
2008.08 - 2010.05
- Streamlined medication administration processes resulting in reduced errors.
- Provided compassionate nursing care to students with acute and chronic medical conditions, ensuring their safety and wellbeing.
- Enhanced school-wide awareness of allergy management by conducting informative workshops and providing comprehensive educational materials.
- Successfully managed complex cases requiring multi-disciplinary intervention, ensuring optimal outcomes for students.
Agency LPN
Select Medical Staffing
2006.01 - 2007.01
- Collaborated with interdisciplinary healthcare team to develop and update individualized care plans for optimal patient outcomes.
- Contributed to the efficient functioning of nursing units by performing various administrative tasks, such as updating patient records or coordinating services with ancillary departments.
- Mentored new LPN hires during orientation process, sharing best practices for effective nursing care delivery.
- Supported quality improvement initiatives by participating in audits of clinical practice areas and identifying areas for enhancement.
Staff LPN
Chalmette Hospital
2002.06 - 2005.08
- Documented all aspects of patient care accurately, maintaining thorough records for legal compliance and effective communication among team members.
- Monitored patient vital signs, making timely adjustments to treatment plans for optimal outcomes.
- Implemented infection control measures to maintain a safe environment for patients, staff, and visitors.
- Worked closely with case managers to coordinate discharge planning processes for timely transitions of care after hospitalization or rehabilitation stays.
Education
Practical Nursing Diploma - Nursing
Cameron College
New Orleans, LA01.2002
Skills
- Epic Software Proficiency
- LPN
- Medical Terminology
- Microsoft Outlook
- Management Experience
- EMR Systems
- Medication Administration
- Experience Administering Injections
- Vital Signs
- Transcription
- Medical Office Experience
- Laboratory Experience
- Patient Care
- Hospice Care
- Supervising Experience
- Hospital Experience
- Medical Records
- Venipuncture
- Customer service
- Post-acute care experience
- Long term care
- Care plans
- Hospital experience
- Medical terminology
- Tube feeding
- Vital signs monitoring
- Clinical judgment
Certification
- CPR, 07/01/23, 07/01/25
- LPN, 03/01/23, 01/01/25
Additional Information
I am a Licensed Practical Nurse with 10 plus years of med-surgical experience. I also had the opportunity to work in the emergency room and ICU. Upon completion of nursing school I received my IV certification. I am a multi-task LPN with great people skills. Over the years I have become knowledgeable of Medicaid and Medicare qualifications and benefits. Along with my many accomplishments I had the opportunity to work as a Clinical Liaison enabling me to see the healthcare system from a different angle. In addition, over the last five years I have been provided the opportunity to provide care through telephonic transitional coordination. I see myself as a great asset to your team.
Personal Information
- Title: LPN
- Work Permit: Authorized to work in the US for any employer
Timeline
PRN Nurse
St. Jude's Nursing Home
2023.06 - Current
Staff LPN
Woldenberg Village
2018.09 - 2023.05
LPN Clinical Care Coordinator
Ochsner Health System
2015.10 - 2021.06
Infection Control Nurse
Kindred Hospital
2012.07 - 2015.09
Nurse, LTAC
Kindred Hospital
2010.06 - 2012.06
LPN School Nurse
Plaquemines Parish School Board
2008.08 - 2010.05
Agency LPN
Select Medical Staffing
2006.01 - 2007.01
Staff LPN
Chalmette Hospital
2002.06 - 2005.08
Practical Nursing Diploma - Nursing
Cameron College
- CPR, 07/01/23, 07/01/25
- LPN, 03/01/23, 01/01/25
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