Rebecca Byrd
Pacific,MO
Summary
Adept Licensed Practical Nurse with a skill set in patient care and infection control. Demonstrated ability to adapt to changing patient needs, ensuring optimal outcomes. Skilled in EMR/EHR systems and renowned for exceptional interpersonal communication, significantly enhancing patient and family comfort throughout the care process.
Overview
9
9
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Licensed Practical Nurse
Bethesda Meadow
Ellisville Mo
01.2022 - Current
- Cared for wounds, provided treatments, and assisted with procedures.
- Facilitated efficient communication between patients, families, and healthcare providers to promote continuity of care across settings.
- Adapted quickly to changing patient needs, adjusting care plans accordingly to ensure optimal outcomes in diverse clinical scenarios.
Nurse
Friendship Village
St Louis MO
10.2019 - 12.2021
- Performed accurate documentation of patient assessments, interventions, and outcomes in compliance with regulatory standards.
- Administered medications via oral, IV, and intramuscular injections and monitored responses.
- Performed routine wound care and dressing changes on schedule.
- Promoted a safe and comfortable healing environment by addressing patient concerns promptly and professionally.
- Remained calm during high-stress, critical situations, demonstrating sustained focus and problem-solving in real-time.
- Educated patients on disease management, self-care techniques, and wellness strategies to improve long-term health outcomes.
Licensed Practical Nurse
Ascension Living Lansdowne
St. Louis, MO
11.2015 - 10.2019
- Applied interpersonal communication skills to comfort and counsel patients and families throughout care process.
- Minimized staff and patient infection risk by cleaning and disinfecting equipment instruments.
- Supported physicians during examinations and scans to assist with diagnostic procedures.
- Documented accurate and complete patient information to address patient problems and expected outcomes.
- Monitored and tracked patient vitals in Matrixcare to keep team informed of changing conditions.
- Cared for wounds, provided treatments and assisted with procedures.
Education
Licensed Practical Nurse - Nursing Practice
Applied Technology
St.Louis09.2015
Skills
- Patient Management
- Patient Care
- Dementia Knowledge
- Infection Control
- Regulatory Requirements
- EMR / EHR
- Infection Control and Aseptic Procedures
- HIPAA Compliance
- Transcribing Orders
- Treatment Planning
- Rehabilitation Techniques
- Direct Patient Care
Certification
- First Aid/CPR Certified
Timeline
Licensed Practical Nurse
Bethesda Meadow
01.2022 - Current
Nurse
Friendship Village
10.2019 - 12.2021
Licensed Practical Nurse
Ascension Living Lansdowne
11.2015 - 10.2019
Licensed Practical Nurse - Nursing Practice
Applied Technology