Rachael Goodman
Augusta,GA
Summary
Personable and compassionate with deep understanding of patient care and excellent communication skills. Knowledge of medical terminology and proficiency in administering medications and performing basic nursing duties. Dedicated to providing high-quality care and improving patient outcomes.
Overview
13
13
years of professional experience
Work History
LPN
On Call Staffing
Augusta, Georgia
04.2021 - Current
- Administered medications and injections to patients.
- Assessed patients' temperature, pulse, and blood pressure and recorded in electronic medical records.
- Assisted with feeding and monitored intake to help patients achieve nutritional objectives.
- Gathered lab specimens, ordered testing, and interpreted results to diagnose patients.
- Demonstrated adaptability in working with diverse patient populations across various healthcare settings.
LPN
Bayada Home Health
Columbia, SC
05.2017 - Current
- Obtained patient vital signs and input/output measurements from inpatients.
- Performed wound care treatments using sterile techniques, promoting healing and preventing complications.
- Assisted with feeding and monitored intake to help patients achieve nutritional objectives.
- Helped patients complete bathing, dressing and eating.
LPN
Maxim Healthcare
Augusta, GA
03.2014 - Current
- Maintained accurate documentation of all relevant clinical data, ensuring compliance with regulatory standards.
- Managed patient care through closely monitoring respiration, blood pressure, and blood glucose levels.
- Administered controlled narcotics, inserted IVs, and performed catheterizations.
- Obtained patient vital signs and input/output measurements from inpatients.
LPN
NaphCare
Jacksonville, FL
10.2024 - 11.2024
- Utilized time management skills to prioritize tasks effectively, allowing for efficient completion of daily responsibilities.
- Maintained accurate documentation of all relevant clinical data, ensuring compliance with regulatory standards.
- Implemented infection control measures, ensuring a clean and safe environment for patients and staff.
- Managed patient care through closely monitoring respiration, blood pressure, and blood glucose levels.
- Administered controlled narcotics, inserted IVs, and performed catheterizations.
- Obtained patient vital signs and input/output measurements from inpatients.
- Performed wound care treatments using sterile techniques, promoting healing and preventing complications.
- Adhered to treatment plan instructions when administering medications and treatments to patients.
LPN
Harborview Azalea
Augusta, GA
06.2023 - 09.2024
- Utilized time management skills to prioritize tasks effectively, allowing for efficient completion of daily responsibilities.
- Maintained accurate documentation of all relevant clinical data, ensuring compliance with regulatory standards.
- Obtained patient vital signs and input/output measurements from inpatients.
- Administered controlled narcotics, inserted IVs, and performed catheterizations.
- Assisted with admissions, appointments, transfers, and discharges.
LPN
PruittHealth
North Augusta, SC
07.2020 - 04.2021
- Utilized time management skills to prioritize tasks effectively, allowing for efficient completion of daily responsibilities.
- Maintained accurate documentation of all relevant clinical data, ensuring compliance with regulatory standards.
- Managed patient care through closely monitoring respiration, blood pressure, and blood glucose levels.
- Administered controlled narcotics, inserted IVs, and performed catheterizations.
- Obtained patient vital signs and input/output measurements from inpatients.
- Assisted with admissions, appointments, transfers, and discharges.
- Performed wound care treatments using sterile techniques, promoting healing and preventing complications.
- Addressed any concerns or questions posed by patients or family members promptly to maintain confidence in their care plan.
- Provided compassionate end-of-life care, ensuring that patients were comfortable and families felt supported during the process.
LPN
Navcare
Augusta, GA
03.2019 - 06.2020
- Improved patient outcomes by providing high-quality nursing care and closely monitoring vital signs.
- Documented accurate and complete patient information to address patient problems and expected outcomes.
- Participated in ongoing professional development opportunities to enhance knowledge base and skillset as an LPN.
- Answered incoming phone calls from patients to provide basic assistance and triage medical concerns.
- Monitored, tracked, and conveyed important patient information to healthcare staff to help optimize treatment planning and care delivery.
LPN
BHG Aiken
Aiken, SC
07.2016 - 05.2017
- Administered controlled narcotics, inserted IVs, and performed catheterizations.
- Obtained patient vital signs and input/output measurements from inpatients.
- Adhered to treatment plan instructions when administering medications and treatments to patients.
- Documented accurate and complete patient information to address patient problems and expected outcomes.
LPN
PruittHealth
North Augusta, SC
03.2015 - 06.2016
- Maintained accurate documentation of all relevant clinical data, ensuring compliance with regulatory standards.
- Implemented infection control measures, ensuring a clean and safe environment for patients and staff.
- Administered controlled narcotics, inserted IVs, and performed catheterizations.
- Obtained patient vital signs and input/output measurements from inpatients.
- Assisted with admissions, appointments, transfers, and discharges.
- Performed wound care treatments using sterile techniques, promoting healing and preventing complications.
LPN
Westwood
Evans, GA
09.2013 - 03.2014
- Managed patient care through closely monitoring respiration, blood pressure, and blood glucose levels.
- Administered controlled narcotics, inserted IVs, and performed catheterizations.
- Obtained patient vital signs and input/output measurements from inpatients.
- Assisted with admissions, appointments, transfers, and discharges.
- Performed wound care treatments using sterile techniques, promoting healing and preventing complications.
LPN
MCG Health Sciences
Augusta, GA
07.2012 - 09.2013
- Managed patient care through closely monitoring respiration, blood pressure, and blood glucose levels.
- Implemented infection control measures, ensuring a clean and safe environment for patients and staff.
- Administered controlled narcotics, inserted IVs, and performed catheterizations.
- Obtained patient vital signs and input/output measurements from inpatients.
- Assisted with admissions, appointments, transfers, and discharges.
- Adhered to treatment plan instructions when administering medications and treatments to patients.
LPN
Golden Living
Augusta, GA
05.2012 - 05.2013
- Managed patient care through closely monitoring respiration, blood pressure, and blood glucose levels.
- Implemented infection control measures, ensuring a clean and safe environment for patients and staff.
- Administered controlled narcotics, inserted IVs, and performed catheterizations.
- Obtained patient vital signs and input/output measurements from inpatients.
- Answered incoming phone calls from patients to provide basic assistance and triage medical concerns.
- Assisted physicians during examinations or procedures as needed, playing a vital role in the overall patient experience.
Education
Practical Nursing Diploma - Practical Nursing
Augusta Technical College
Augusta06-2011
Skills
- Medication administration
- Vital signs monitoring
- Medical documentation
- Geriatric nursing
- Catheter care
- Tracheostomy care
- Compassionate care
- Diabetes management
- End-of-life care
- Rehabilitation nursing
- Palliative care
- Infection control
- Respiratory care
- Post operative care
- Psychiatric nursing
- Home healthcare
- Neurological care
- Cardiac care
- Orthopedic nursing
Timeline
LPN
NaphCare
10.2024 - 11.2024
LPN
Harborview Azalea
06.2023 - 09.2024
LPN
On Call Staffing
04.2021 - Current
LPN
PruittHealth
07.2020 - 04.2021
LPN
Navcare
03.2019 - 06.2020
LPN
Bayada Home Health
05.2017 - Current
LPN
BHG Aiken
07.2016 - 05.2017
LPN
PruittHealth
03.2015 - 06.2016
LPN
Maxim Healthcare
03.2014 - Current
LPN
Westwood
09.2013 - 03.2014
LPN
MCG Health Sciences
07.2012 - 09.2013
LPN
Golden Living
05.2012 - 05.2013
Practical Nursing Diploma - Practical Nursing
Augusta Technical College