Rachel Brown
Rutherfordton,NC
Summary
Dedicated LPN with expertise in vital sign monitoring, medication administration, and patient assessment. Committed to delivering compassionate care and collaborating with healthcare teams to enhance patient outcomes.
Overview
17
17
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
LPN
Worx Staffing
Asheville, North Carolina
09.2019 - Current
- Supported nurse practitioners during medical procedures and patient assessments.
- Administered medications and treatments as prescribed by healthcare providers.
- Assisted with daily living activities, ensuring patient comfort and hygiene.
- Collaborated with multidisciplinary teams to develop and implement patient care plans, improving overall patient outcomes.
- Educated patients and families on health management and medication usage, enhancing understanding and adherence.
- Documented patient information accurately in electronic health records systems.
- Observed changes in patients' condition and reported any significant changes to the registered nurse or physician.
- Administered medications and treatments according to established protocols.
- Performed physical assessments, including vital signs and health history documentation.
- Provided patient care in accordance with physicians' orders and nursing standards of practice.
- Maintained a safe environment by following infection control policies and procedures.
- Communicated effectively with patients, family members, healthcare team members, and other stakeholders regarding patient care plans or concerns.
- Conducted regular rounds to assess the status of assigned patients.
- Administered prescribed medications or started intravenous fluids, noting times and amounts on patient charts.
CNA II Med aide
Grace Heights
Morganton, North Carolina
05.2009 - 09.2019
- Monitored vital signs and reported changes to nursing staff promptly.
- Performed vital sign assessments, such as taking blood pressure and temperature.
- Administered medications under supervision of a licensed nurse.
- Supported patients with daily living activities and personal care needs to enhance comfort and dignity.
- Provided assistance with activities of daily living, including bathing, dressing and grooming.
- Assisted patients in ambulation and transfers using proper body mechanics.
- Answered patient call lights promptly and responded to requests appropriately.
- Maintained a clean and safe environment for residents at Grace Heights.
- Trained new staff on proper caregiving techniques and facility protocols.
- Fostered positive interactions with patients, families, and guests through excellent customer service.
- Ensured compliance with HIPAA regulations regarding confidentiality of information.
- Offered emotional support to family members during challenging times to help facilitate their coping process.
Education
Vocational Diploma - Nursing
Isothermal Community College
Spindale, NC05-2014
Skills
- Vital sign monitoring
- Staff training
- Medication dispensing
- Medication reconciliation
- Wound care
- Care planning
- ADL assistance
- Infection control
- Healthcare communication
- Medical documentation
- Patient care
- Physical assessment
- Charting
- Health record management
- Tracking symptoms
- Safety compliance
- Incident documentation
- Compassionate care
- Team collaboration
- Staff training
- Problem solving
- Attention to detail
- Geriatric support
- Pain relief
- Caregiving skills
- Pain relief
Certification
- Licensed Practical Nurse
Timeline
LPN
Worx Staffing
09.2019 - Current
CNA II Med aide
Grace Heights
05.2009 - 09.2019
Vocational Diploma - Nursing
Isothermal Community College