Rachel Bumgarner
Waterloo,IA
Summary
Seasoned LPN Charge Nurse with considerable experience in providing primary patient care and managing nursing staff. Known for strong leadership skills, proficiency in patient assessment, and ability to develop effective care plans. Demonstrated success in fostering a collaborative, team-oriented environment that enhances patient satisfaction and outcomes.
Overview
3
3
years of professional experience
Work History
Founder of The Cedar Valley Hand Up Organization
Self
Waterloo, IA
09.2023 - Current
- Developed and implemented a comprehensive business plan to launch the company.
- Oversaw all aspects of operations including product development, marketing, sales, customer service and finance.
- Identified potential partnerships to expand the reach of the business.
LPN Charge Nurse
Western Home Communities
Cedar Falls, IA
08.2024 - 09.2024
- Assessed patients' health conditions and monitored changes in their condition.
- Provided patient care plans, treatments, and medications according to physicians' orders.
- Supervised the activities of other nursing staff members and provided guidance when necessary.
LPN Charge Nurse
Harmony House Health Care Center
Waterloo, IA
07.2022 - 08.2024
- Ensured all safety protocols were followed during patient care.
- Responded promptly to emergency situations as needed.
- Identified potential problems or risks that could affect patient outcomes.
- Evaluated patient responses to treatments and interventions and documented progress notes accordingly.
- Observed and reported changes in condition of patients and signs and symptoms of deviations from normal health status.
LPN Field Nurse
Mercy One Medical Center
Waterloo, Iowa
01.2022 - 08.2022
- Collaborated with other healthcare professionals to ensure optimal patient outcomes.
- Maintained accurate documentation of patient records using electronic medical record systems.
- Identified potential risk factors for acute illness or injury in the field setting and provided appropriate interventions.
- Monitored vital signs such as temperature, pulse rate, blood pressure, respiration rate, oxygen saturation levels.
Education
Doctor of Ministry - Ministry
INSTE Bible College
Ankeny, IA03-2026
Practical Nurse - Nursing
Indian Hills Community College
Ottumwa, IA12-2012
Associate of Applied Science - Medical Assisting
Hamilton College
Cedar Falls, IA10-2005
Skills
- Board Collaboration
- Financial Management
- Strategic Planning
- Goal Setting
- Partnership Building
- Client Engagement
- Business Planning
- Policy compliance
- Vital signs monitoring
- Infection Control
- Treatment Room Preparation
- HIPAA Compliance
- Specimen Collection
- Medical Records Management
- Teamwork and Collaboration
- Responsible and Dependable
- Effective Communication
- CPR Certification
- Continuous Improvement
- Patient Care
Timeline
LPN Charge Nurse
Western Home Communities
08.2024 - 09.2024
Founder of The Cedar Valley Hand Up Organization
Self
09.2023 - Current
LPN Charge Nurse
Harmony House Health Care Center
07.2022 - 08.2024
LPN Field Nurse
Mercy One Medical Center
01.2022 - 08.2022
Doctor of Ministry - Ministry
INSTE Bible College
Practical Nurse - Nursing
Indian Hills Community College
Associate of Applied Science - Medical Assisting
Hamilton College
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