Accomplished LPN Wound Care Nurse with a proven track record at Webb City Health and Rehabilitation Center, specializing in wound care and patient safety. Demonstrated expertise in medical equipment operation and clinical judgment, successfully treating over 100 patients annually. Skilled in staff training and quality improvement, ensuring optimal patient outcomes and care standards.
Overview
4
4
years of professional experience
Work History
LPN Wound Care Nurse
Webb City Health and Rehabilitation Center
11.2020 - Current
I maintained a comprehensive understanding of the genitourinary, gastrointestinal, and integumentary systems and provided treatment for wounds impacting them.
Instructed patients and caregivers on how to clean and dress wounds and how to prevent infections.
Provided post-surgery treatment and care for patients with ostomies.
Maintained impeccable long-term care cleanliness and sanitation for the most effective treatment of wounds.
Assessed and treated draining of wounds and burns.
Prevented skin deterioration against formidable odds
Implemented plans to prevent pressure ulcers and other wound developments.
Collaborated with the healthcare team to implement interventions for wound healing and skin breakdown prevention.
Treated and carefully tended to vascular and diabetic ulcers.
Monitored patient health conditions to report changes to assigned physician.
Developed and implemented individualized patient care plans.
Administered medications and injections to patients.
Clearly and thoroughly explained diagnoses, treatment options, and procedures to patients and loved ones, checking in to verify understanding.
Helped long-term care residents with bathing, dressing, feeding, and other daily living activities.
Treated over 100 patients yearly with wounds caused by medical treatments, diseases and injuries.
LPN Charge Nurse
Webb City Health and Rehabilitation Center
11.2020 - Current
Assembled and used equipment such as catheters, tracheotomy tubes, or oxygen suppliers to effectively manage patient care.
Managed daily staff assignments and patient scheduling to guarantee clinical coverage and flow.
Assessed patients' temperature, pulse, and blood pressure and recorded in electronic medical records.
Delivered direct quality care to patients by evaluating medical conditions and managing and assessing treatments.
Education
Practical Nursing License - Nursing
Franklin Technology Center
Joplin, MO
05.2022
Skills
Medical Equipment Operation
Clinical judgment
Quality Improvement
Disease Prevention
Intravenous therapy
Continuing education
Patient Safety
Wound Dressing Techniques
Wound Care
Staff Training
Additional Information
I am currently receiving my prerequisites to begin the bridge to RN program at Crowder College.
Timeline
LPN Wound Care Nurse
Webb City Health and Rehabilitation Center
11.2020 - Current
LPN Charge Nurse
Webb City Health and Rehabilitation Center
11.2020 - Current
Practical Nursing License - Nursing
Franklin Technology Center
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