Regan Avery
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Summary
Compassionate Licensed Practical Nurse with extensive experience at Advanced Correctional Healthcare Inc., skilled in medication administration and patient assessments. Proven ability to enhance patient outcomes through effective care planning and collaboration with interdisciplinary teams. Committed to maintaining patient safety protocols while delivering support to patients and families.
Overview
14
14
years of professional experience
Work History
Licensed Practical Nurse
Advanced Correctional Healthcare Inc.
03.2022 - Current
- Assisted in patient care activities, ensuring comfort and safety during procedures.
- Administered medications under supervision, adhering to safety protocols and guidelines.
- Collaborated with healthcare team to develop personalized care plans for patients.
- Maintained accurate patient records, documenting observations and care delivered.
- Educated patients on post-care instructions, enhancing understanding of health management.
- Improved patient outcomes by administering medications, monitoring vital signs, and documenting relevant information.
- Cared for wounds, provided treatments, and assisted with procedures.
- Adapted quickly to changing patient needs, adjusting care plans accordingly to ensure optimal outcomes in diverse clinical scenarios.
- Evaluated patients to identify and address wounds, behavioral concerns, and medically relevant symptoms.
- Offered immediate assistance in emergency and routine paging situations to evaluate needs and deliver care.
Licensed Practical Nurse
Covered Bridge Heealthcare
07.2018 - 03.2022
- Comforted and counseled patients and families throughout care process.
- Conducted regular patient assessments to identify changes in health status, enabling timely interventions.
- Delivered wound care and managed dressings, preventing infections and promoting healing.
- Worked PRN at facility
Licensed Practical Nurse
Borgess Gardens
05.2014 - 07.2018
- Implemented infection control measures, contributing to a safe healthcare environment.
- Participated in training sessions to enhance clinical skills and knowledge of best practices.
- Assisted with admissions, appointments, transfers, and discharges.
- Collaborated with interdisciplinary healthcare teams to ensure continuous quality improvement in patient care.
- Managed patient care through closely monitoring respiration, blood pressure, and blood glucose levels.
- Managed time-sensitive tasks effectively under pressure while maintaining composure during critical situations or emergencies.
- Obtained patient vital signs and input/output measurements from inpatients.
- Performed routine evaluations of each patient's status, needs, and preferences.
- Collaborated with interdisciplinary team of healthcare and social service providers to address patients' needs through effective intervention and care planning.
- Used aseptic techniques to provide sterilized wound care and dressing applications.
- Monitored patient reactions to medications and treatments, quickly addressing adverse reactions.
- Maintained meticulous records of patient care, treatments, and progress, ensuring continuity of care.
Licensed Practical Nurse
Lakeland Specialty Hospital
08.2011 - 05.2014
- Facilitated efficient communication between patients, families, and healthcare providers to promote continuity of care across settings.
- Provided compassionate palliative care for terminally ill patients while supporting their emotional needs during end-of-life stages.
- Enhanced patient care by performing comprehensive assessments and developing individualized care plans.
- Administered medications to ensure adherence to treatment plans, improving health outcomes.
- Collaborated with interdisciplinary healthcare team members to develop individualized care plans for patients.
Licensed Practical Nurse
The Timbers Of Cass County
07.2012 - 06.2013
Education
Practical Nursing
Glen Oaks Community College
Centreville, MI05.2009
Associate of Applied Science - Registered Nurse
Kellogg Community College
Battle Creek, MISkills
- Medication administration
- Direct patient care
- Vital signs monitoring
- HIPAA compliance
- Wound care
- Physical assessment
- Clinical documentation
- Clinical judgment
- Patient assessments
- Medication dispensing
- Diabetes management
- Health education
- Emergency response
- Vital signs
- EMR / EHR
- Patient triaging
- Behavioral assessment
- Chronic disease management
- Regulatory requirements
- Patient safety protocols
- Caring for wounds
- Medical records security
- Psychotropic medications
- Tuberculosis testing
Timeline
Licensed Practical Nurse
Advanced Correctional Healthcare Inc.
03.2022 - Current
Licensed Practical Nurse
Covered Bridge Heealthcare
07.2018 - 03.2022
Licensed Practical Nurse
Borgess Gardens
05.2014 - 07.2018
Licensed Practical Nurse
The Timbers Of Cass County
07.2012 - 06.2013
Licensed Practical Nurse
Lakeland Specialty Hospital
08.2011 - 05.2014
Practical Nursing
Glen Oaks Community College
Associate of Applied Science - Registered Nurse
Kellogg Community College
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