Patient-oriented nursing professional with 11 years of hands-on experience in delivering quality direct and indirect patient care to individuals in multiple settings. Skillfully completes tasks and fosters relationships with patients, caregivers and coworkers to drive patient care goals and advance nursing philosophies.
Overview
10
10
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
LPN Office Nurse
One Stop Medical
Lawrenceburg, Tennessee
08.2022 - Current
Assisted physicians with patient care, including administering injections.
Conducted physical assessments of patients, such as measuring vital signs, height, weight.
Performed basic laboratory tests, such as urinalysis or blood draws.
Recorded patient information in electronic medical records system accurately and efficiently.
Coordinated with other healthcare professionals to ensure optimal patient outcomes.
Maintained patient confidentiality according to HIPAA regulations.
Documented all treatments given in accordance with established guidelines.
LPN
Veteran Affairs - Columbia Outpatient Clinic
Columbia, Tennessee
06.2021 - Current
Assisted physicians with patient care, including administering injections.
Conducted physical assessments of patients, such as measuring vital signs, height, weight.
Performed basic laboratory tests, such as urinalysis or blood draws.
Recorded patient information in electronic medical records system accurately and efficiently.
Maintained patient confidentiality according to HIPAA regulations.
Utilized various computer software programs proficiently in order to document patient data.
Participated in continuing education activities in order to stay up-to-date on best practices.
Prepared specimens for laboratory analysis by labeling correctly according to policies.
Reviewed patient chart information before visit, ordered necessary laboratory tests, escorted patient to examination room, obtained vital signs and conducted interview to update records.
LPN Field Nurse
Amedisys Home Health
Spring Hill, Tenn
04.2019 - 04.2021
Assessed and evaluated patient needs, developed and implemented nursing care plans, and monitored progress.
Provided direct patient care including wound management, assessments, and treatments.
Instructed patients on health maintenance, disease prevention, medications and treatment regimens.
Performed physical examinations to assess the health of patients in the field setting.
Maintained accurate documentation of patient records using electronic medical record systems.
Advised patients on dietary requirements and lifestyle changes to improve their overall health status.
Participated in interdisciplinary team meetings to discuss cases and develop individualized plans of care for each patient.
Monitored vital signs such as temperature, pulse rate, blood pressure, respiration rate, oxygen saturation levels.
LPN Charge Nurse
Morning Pointe Assisted Living
Spring Hill, Tennessee
12.2018 - 04.2019
Assessed patients' health conditions and monitored changes in their condition.
Supervised the activities of other nursing staff members and provided guidance when necessary.
Ensured all safety protocols were followed during patient care.
Communicated effectively with patients, families, colleagues, and other healthcare professionals.
Responded promptly to emergency situations as needed.
Monitored medication administration for accuracy, compliance, and effectiveness of treatment plan.
Promoted positive relationships between patients, families, visitors, physicians, nurses, volunteers.
LPN Charge Nurse
NHC Pulaski
Pulaski, Tennessee
12.2013 - 12.2018
Assessed patients' health conditions and monitored changes in their condition.
Provided patient care plans, treatments, and medications according to physicians' orders.
Maintained accurate medical records and updated them regularly.
Supervised the activities of other nursing staff members and provided guidance when necessary.
Ensured all safety protocols were followed during patient care.
Communicated effectively with patients, families, colleagues, and other healthcare professionals.
Responded promptly to emergency situations as needed.
Monitored medication administration for accuracy, compliance, and effectiveness of treatment plan.
Education
Licensed Practical Nurse - Practical Nursing
Tennessee College of Applied Technology
Pulaski, TN
08-2013
High School Diploma -
Lawrence County Adult High School
Lawrenceburg, TN
06-2001
Skills
Patient Care Coordination
Hipaa And Confidentiality
Clinical Instruction
Administering Immunizations
Patient Intake
Collecting Vitals
Medical Laboratory Procedures
Charting And Clinical Documentation
Privacy And Confidentiality
Clinical Documentation
Direct Patient Care
Infection Control
Cardiopulmonary Resuscitation Cpr
Multi-Tasking And Prioritization
Nursing Assessment
Medication Dispensing
Emr Systems
Long-Term Care
Intravenous Therapy And Blood Withdrawal Certification