Rachel Winters
Santa Fe
Summary
Dedicated LPN with expertise in medication administration, patient assessment, and infection control protocols. Committed to delivering high-quality patient care and fostering effective communication among healthcare teams.
Overview
7
7
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
LPN
Santa Fe Care Center
Santa Fe
12.2025 - Current
- Administered medications and treatments as prescribed by healthcare providers.
- Monitored patient vital signs and reported changes to the nursing team.
- Documented patient information accurately in electronic health records.
- Provided emotional support to patients and families during treatment processes.
- Coordinated with staff to ensure smooth daily operations on the unit.
- Educated patients on health maintenance and disease prevention strategies.
- Ensured compliance with safety protocols and infection control measures.
- Administered medications in accordance with policies and legal limitations.
- Assessed patients' health conditions and monitored changes in their condition.
- Responded promptly to emergency situations as needed.
- Ensured all safety protocols were followed during patient care.
- Observed and reported changes in condition of patients and signs and symptoms of deviations from normal health status.
- Supervised the activities of other nursing staff members and provided guidance when necessary.
- Identified potential problems or risks that could affect patient outcomes.
- Communicated effectively with patients, families, colleagues, and other healthcare professionals.
LPN Nursing Supervisor
Casa Real
Santa Fe
04.2025 - 12.2025
- Supervised daily nursing operations and staff performance at Casa Real.
- Assisted in developing patient care plans in collaboration with healthcare team.
- Implemented infection control measures to maintain a safe environment for patients.
- Administered medications and monitored patient responses according to protocols.
- Coordinated patient admissions and discharges efficiently within the facility.
- Facilitated communication between patients, families, and healthcare providers effectively.
- Managed scheduling for nursing staff to optimize coverage and workflow at Casa Real.
- Ensured that all staff members were properly trained in the use of medical equipment and protocols.
- Provided guidance to nurses, LPNs, and other healthcare personnel regarding patient care policies and procedures.
- Conducted regular meetings with nursing staff to discuss current issues, concerns, and areas for improvement.
- Participated in quality assurance activities such as audits or reviews of patient charts or reports from other departments within the facility.
- Reviewed clinical documentation for accuracy prior to submitting it for billing purposes.
- Resolved conflicts between nursing personnel or between patients and families and nursing personnel when necessary.
- Supervised the administration of medications according to established guidelines.
- Monitored performance of all nursing staff and provided feedback as needed.
- Assisted in developing policies that promote a safe environment for both patients and staff members.
LPN Charge Nurse
Union County General Hospital
Clayton
03.2019 - 03.2025
- Administered medications and treatments as prescribed by healthcare providers.
- Monitored patient vital signs and reported changes to the nursing team.
- Documented patient information accurately in electronic health records.
- Provided emotional support to patients and families during treatment processes.
- Coordinated with staff to ensure smooth daily operations on the unit.
- Educated patients on health maintenance and disease prevention strategies.
- Ensured compliance with safety protocols and infection control measures.
- Administered medications in accordance with policies and legal limitations.
- Assessed patients' health conditions and monitored changes in their condition.
- Responded promptly to emergency situations as needed.
- Ensured all safety protocols were followed during patient care.
- Maintained accurate medical records and updated them regularly.
- Educated patients on conditions, medications and self-care skills.
- Carried out physician orders accurately while adhering to hospital policies and procedures.
- Monitored medication administration for accuracy, compliance, and effectiveness of treatment plan.
- Performed routine checks on equipment used for patient care.
- Assisted physicians and nurses with special procedures.
- Precepted new staff nurses to provide education on hospital policies and procedures, patient care skills, medical procedures, and techniques and patient assessments and interventions.
- Participated in creating a safe environment by following fire safety regulations.
LPN Charge Nurse
Wexford Health
Clayton
02.2023 - 03.2024
- Administered medications and treatments as prescribed by healthcare providers.
- Monitored patient vital signs and reported changes to the nursing team.
- Documented patient information accurately in electronic health records.
- Ensured compliance with safety protocols and infection control measures.
- Assessed patients' health conditions and monitored changes in their condition.
- Responded promptly to emergency situations as needed.
- Ensured all safety protocols were followed during patient care.
- Educated patients on conditions, medications and self-care skills.
- Monitored medication administration for accuracy, compliance, and effectiveness of treatment plan.
- Performed routine checks on equipment used for patient care.
- Reviewed lab results and made appropriate recommendations for further testing or treatment.
- Precepted new staff nurses to provide education on hospital policies and procedures, patient care skills, medical procedures, and techniques and patient assessments and interventions.
- Addressed patient care needs, collected vitals, dressed wounds, and managed catheters.
- Observed strict confidentiality and safeguarded all patient-related information.
Education
LPN - Nursing
Kaplan
San Antonio, TX10-2009
Skills
- Medication administration
- Patient assessment
- Electronic health records
- Infection control protocols
- Nursing operations management
- Patient education
- Quality assurance processes
- Staff supervision
- Effective communication
- Problem solving
- Conflict resolution
- Time management
- Documenting incidents
- Charting and recording
- Clinical judgment
- Educating families
- Counting narcotics
- New Mexico licensed practical nurse
Certification
IV certification
Timeline
LPN
Santa Fe Care Center
12.2025 - Current
LPN Nursing Supervisor
Casa Real
04.2025 - 12.2025
LPN Charge Nurse
Wexford Health
02.2023 - 03.2024
LPN Charge Nurse
Union County General Hospital
03.2019 - 03.2025
LPN - Nursing
Kaplan