Rachel Gunther
Rainier,OR
Summary
My goal as a Licensed practical nurse is to secure myself in employment and also utilize my skills and the education that I have obtained to support my employer’s mission and core values; also to further my knowledge in my craft.
Overview
12
12
years of professional experience
Work History
LPN
Koelsch Companies
04.2024 - Current
- Mentored new nursing staff, fostering a supportive environment for professional growth and development.
- Communicated effectively with patients and family members to convey important instructions and discuss treatments.
- Administered medications safely according to physician orders, closely monitoring for adverse reactions or interactions among drugs.
- Administered basic patient care and treatments by dressing wounds, treating bedsores, giving enemas and performing catheterizations.
- Maintained accurate records of residents' healthcare treatments and responses.
- Provided thorough patient education, ensuring understanding of diagnoses, treatments, and follow-up instructions.
- Administered medication such as insulin and monitored patients' responses to detect problems.
- Conducted ongoing assessments of patients'' physical, emotional, and social needs, adjusting care plans accordingly.
LPN
Daiya Healthcare
05.2022 - 06.2023
- Proactively identified scheduling issues and developed quick solutions to promote efficiency and profitability.
- Managed daily scheduling conflicts to reduce operational backlogs and support full shift-coverage.
- Communicated scheduling changes to staff members, implementing proof-of-receipt to reduce errors.
- Worked with manager and supervisor to plan and coordinate production schedules.
- Optimized workflow by prioritizing tasks based on urgency and aligning staff assignments accordingly.
- Fostered a positive work environment by addressing employee schedule concerns in a timely manner and with empathy.
- Streamlined documentation processes, ensuring accurate records of patient medical history, treatment plans, and progress notes.
- Collaborated with interdisciplinary healthcare teams to develop comprehensive care plans for patients.
LPN
Kaiser Hospice
03.2016 - 04.2022
- 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.
- Managed pain effectively by closely monitoring symptoms and adjusting medications accordingly.
- Improved patient comfort by providing compassionate end-of-life care and symptom management.
- Coordinated with physicians to adjust medications as needed for optimal palliative care outcomes.
- Offered listening ear to both patients and loved ones to meet emotional and mental, as well as physical needs.
- Promoted a peaceful and supportive environment for patients and their families during the end-of-life transition.
- Advocated for patients'' wishes regarding medical treatment options, respecting cultural beliefs and values throughout the decision-making process.
- Recognized and understood specific stages of dying process, providing comfort-based care during vulnerable times.
- Established and maintained successful relationships with patients, families and physicians by utilizing exemplary communication and active listening skills.
- Enhanced family understanding of the hospice process through clear communication and education.
- Assisted in training new hospice nurses, sharing expertise in end-of-life care best practices.
LPN
Compass Oncology
10.2015 - 03.2016
- Coordinated complex care plans, working closely with case managers, social workers, and financial counselors to optimize patient outcomes.
- Collaborated with oncologists to develop targeted treatment plans for patients with various cancer types and stages.
- Participated in continuous learning opportunities to stay current on advancements in oncology treatments and nursing techniques.
- Educated patients on such topics as nutrition, medication side effects, and proper skin treatments after radiation.
- Established rapport with diverse patient populations by demonstrating empathy and understanding during difficult periods of illness or treatment.
- Provided emotional support for patients and families coping with the challenges of a cancer diagnosis.
- Maintained detailed documentation of patient assessments, interventions, and outcomes using electronic health record systems.
- Counseled patients and provided listening ear and emotional support.
- Promoted patient safety by adhering to strict infection control protocols throughout all aspects of cancer treatment administration.
- Assessed patients during course of treatment to identify concerning reactions.
LPN
Avamere Rehab of oregon city
12.2012 - 09.2015
- Charge Nurse
- Trained new nurses in proper techniques, care standards, operational procedures, and safety protocols.
- Coordinated nursing care on unit through staff assignments, assisting and rounding with physicians, monitoring patient orders, and communicating with ancillary departments.
- Conducted daily shift briefs to inform staff of changes in patient care assignments.
- Mentored and supervised junior nurses, fostering a supportive and professional work environment.
- Optimized patient satisfaction through timely response to concerns and effective communication among staff members.
- Promoted a safe working environment by adhering to infection control policies and regularly reviewing safety protocols.
- Collaborated with other healthcare professionals to provide quality patient care.
- Served as a liaison between nursing staff, physicians, and management, fostering open communication channels among all parties involved in patient care.
- Maintained accurate documentation of patient information, enabling informed decision-making among the healthcare team members.
- Coordinated discharge planning, collaborating with patients, families, and healthcare providers to ensure seamless transitions of care.
- Quickly responded to situations impacting safety and security to unit, actualizing crisis prevention interventions to control and de-escalate situations.
- Provided skilled, timely and level-headed emergency response to critically-ill patients.
- Followed all personal and health data procedures to effectively comply with HIPAA laws and prevent information breaches.
- Educated family members and caregivers on patient care instructions.
- Delivered high level of quality care to diverse populations while overseeing patient admission and triaging based on acuity and appropriate department admission.
- Monitored patient reactions after administering medications and IV therapies.
- Explained course of care and medication side effects to patients and caregivers in easy-to-understand terms.
- Documented treatments delivered, medications and IVs administered, discharge instructions, and follow-up care.
Education
LPN - Nursing
Pioneer Pacific College
Wilsonville, OR01.2012
Skills
- Wound cares and Treatments
- Medical Office Experience
- Pain Management
- EPIC and POC Systems
- Diabetic Management
- Critical Thinking Skills
- HIPAA Certified
- Injections
- NG and Gastric Tube Maintenance
- Leadership Position
- Ostomy Cares
- Care plans
- Patient Education
- Catheter Care and Insertion
- Medication and IV administration
- Direct Patient Care
- Clinical Documentation
- Clinical judgment
- Compassionate Care
- Family Education
- Healthcare ethics
- Surgical care
- Wound Management
- Emergency Care
- Mental health care
- Nursing staff leadership
- Disease Prevention
- Licensed by State nursing board
- Geriatric Care
- Palliative Care
- Tracheostomy Care
- Patient Assessments
- Patient Monitoring
- Patient and family advocacy
- Patient education and counseling
- Professional Bedside Manner
- Emergency Response
- Task Delegation
- Transcribing Orders
- Suture Removal
Leadership Experience
Charge Nurse position With Avamere. I supervised CNAs and had the ability to work all three shift schedules. At Compass, I do pre-op teaching.
Communication Skills
Always a team player and willing to learn new skills. My work attendance is great, I also have the ability to work well independently and use proper time management skills and prioritize tasks.
License
LPN Oregon Licensure Number: 201230006
LPN Washington Licensure Number: LP60672167
References
references upon request
Timeline
LPN
Koelsch Companies
04.2024 - Current
LPN
Daiya Healthcare
05.2022 - 06.2023
LPN
Kaiser Hospice
03.2016 - 04.2022
LPN
Compass Oncology
10.2015 - 03.2016
LPN
Avamere Rehab of oregon city
12.2012 - 09.2015
LPN - Nursing
Pioneer Pacific College
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