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Renatta Slaughter

Lexington,KY

Summary

Patient-oriented nursing professional with 17 years of hands-on experience in delivering quality direct and indirect patient care to individuals in Long term care settings. Skillfully completes tasks and fosters relationships with patients, caregivers and coworkers to drive patient care goals and advance nursing philosophies. Talented Licensed Practical Nurse bringing 17+ years of experience in healthcare. Proficient in performing non-surgical procedures like breathing treatments. Familiar with documentation, recordkeeping and compliance requirements. Dedicated and compassionate Licensed Practical Nurse with extensive experience in sample collection, blood draw, IV insertion and infection control. Maintains composure and makes accurate decisions in fast-paced, unpredictable and stressful environments. History of interfacing seamlessly with doctors, specialized support services, patients and visiting families. Talented Licensed Practical Nurse bringing 17+ years of experience in healthcare. Proficient in performing non-surgical procedures like breathing treatments. Familiar with documentation, recordkeeping and compliance requirements. Experienced LPN well-versed in performing triage, collecting intake information and caring for wounds. Good communicator with organized nature and strong prioritization and multitasking skills. Sound judgment, caring nature and superior work ethic. Motivational leader and organizational problem-solver with advanced supervisory, team building and customer service skills. Experience stepping into roles and quickly making positive changes to drive company success. Focused on using training, monitoring and morale-building techniques to maximize employee engagement and performance. Personable and dedicated Customer Service Representative with extensive experience in the Long Term Care industry. Solid team player with upbeat, positive attitude and proven skill in establishing rapport with clients. Motivated to maintain customer satisfaction and contribute to company success. Articulate, enthusiastic and results-oriented with demonstrated passion for building relationships, cultivating partnerships and growing businesses. Detailed Client Service Associate known for having great organizational skills. Gifted at working with all types of customers. Looking for a new role where hard work and dedication will be highly valued. Experienced nursing professional bringing demonstrated clinical expertise, leadership skills and technical knowledge. Proficient in updating charts, monitoring medications and working with multidisciplinary teams to optimize patient care. Quality-driven and efficient with strong interpersonal abilities. Self-motivated, decisive healthcare professional with proven bedside manner, clinical skills and diagnostic support experience. Manage and document current conditions to effectively support patients and work within multidisciplinary healthcare team to enhance outcomes. Specialize in [Type] patient care. Cares for [Type] patients with exceptional clinical, interpersonal and time management abilities. Licensed in [State]. Diligent about helping people of all backgrounds with diverse healthcare needs. Top skills in communicatication administration and wound care. Conscientious Long Term Care Nurse offering 17 years of experience providing comprehensive care in Long Term Care settings. Works effectively within healthcare teams to develop care plans and advocate for patients. Adheres diligently to patient privacy protocols and medical charting best practices. Skilled LPN with solid background working in Long Term Care environments supervising CNA's to deliver exceptional patient care and nursing support. Highly observant, detail-oriented and dedicated to high-quality, cost-effective healthcare. Certified in areas including including, IV's, wounds, and Phlebotomy. Patient-oriented nursing professional with 17 years of hands-on experience in delivering quality direct and indirect patient care to individuals in Long Term Care settings. Skillfully completes tasks and fosters relationships with patients, caregivers and coworkers to drive patient care goals and advance nursing philosophies.

Overview

17
17
years of professional experience

Work History

Director of Assistant Living, LPN Staff Nurse

The Willows at Hamburg
Lexington, KY
12.2014 - Current
  • Cultivated and maintained relationships to promote positive work culture.
  • Directed special projects and daily operations.
  • Monitored team compliance with safety and health guidelines.
  • Handled incoming and outgoing mail, email and faxes.
  • Mentored new employees on industry practices and business operations.
  • Managed staff, financials and key performance indicators to facilitate business operations.
  • Coached and guided direct reports on day-to-day operations and company policies and procedures.
  • Produced and distributed memos, newsletters and other forms of communication.
  • Generated reports to review data and issue corrective actions for improvements.
  • Oversaw recordkeeping and reporting efforts to satisfy document processing guidelines.

Home Health Licensed Practical Nurse

Nurses Registry And Home Health
Lexington, KY
06.2010 - 11.2023
  • Conducted regular re-evaluations to address changes in needs and conditions, and introduced revisions to care plans.
  • Charted changes in patient conditions and discussed concerns with supervising healthcare provider.
  • Addressed patient care needs, collected vitals, dressed wounds and managed catheters.
  • Assisted with client personal care needs to foster independence and well-being.
  • Answered patient calls, identified issues and determined how best to provide assistance within parameters established by facility and supervisor.
  • Assisted patients with activities of daily living and functional mobility to increase comfort and quality of life.
  • Participated in on-call rotations and delivered after-hours care.
  • Supported patients with activities of daily living and functional mobility to improve comfort and quality of life and reduce pain.
  • Collected biological samples for routine laboratory testing to assist diagnostic processes.
  • Worked as part of healthcare team to assess patient needs, plan and modify care and implement interventions.
  • Took temperatures or blood pressures, dressed wounds and provided other basic patient care or treatments.
  • Documented patient medical histories, current symptoms and vitals.
  • Measured and recorded patient height, weight and other vital signs.
  • Observed strict confidentiality and safeguarded all patient-related information.
  • Guaranteed exceptional care quality by correctly administering medication, inserting and caring for catheters, dressing and changing wounds and assisting with personal hygiene.
  • Communicated with patients with compassion while keeping medical information private.
  • Worked with social workers, physical therapists and speech therapists to assess patient needs, plan and adjust plans of care and actualize nursing interventions to promote and restore patient health.
  • Collected blood, urine or sputum from patients to perform routine laboratory tests.
  • Communicated effectively with patients and loved ones to explain diagnoses, treatment options and procedures.
  • Answered patients' calls to determine how to assist.
  • Educated clients, patients and caregivers on medical diagnoses, treatment options, chronic disease self-management and wound management.
  • Evaluated nursing intervention outcomes by conferring with other healthcare team members.
  • Directed implementation of improved patient care and documentation methods and procedures to achieve quality objectives.
  • Evaluated patient care procedural changes for effectiveness and made necessary adjustments.
  • Collected biological samples from patients and performed routine lab tests to support diagnosis.

Unit Manager

Homestead Rehabilitation Center
Lexington, KY
08.2010 - 05.2013
  • Assessed performance of individual nurses and developed improvement plans for struggling or deficient personnel.
  • Directed medication administration and oversaw patient care.
  • Evaluated patient conditions, progress and treatment success to make changes and adapt treatment plans.
  • Adhered to facility and legal standards for daily operations and medication room management.
  • Monitored patients' condition and progress, reevaluating treatments as necessary.
  • Set up staff schedules and assigned specific work based on department needs and individual strengths.
  • Assisted with development, optimization and management of nursing standards and policies.
  • Worked as part of healthcare team to assess patient needs, plan and modify care and implement interventions.
  • Collaborated with multi-disciplinary staff to improve overall patient care and response times.
  • Worked with social workers, physical therapists and speech therapists to assess patient needs, plan and adjust plans of care and actualize nursing interventions to promote and restore patient health.
  • Communicated effectively with patients and loved ones to explain diagnoses, treatment options and procedures.
  • Delivered high-quality direct and indirect nursing care to up to [Number] patients per day.
  • Charted changes in patient conditions and discussed concerns with supervising healthcare provider.
  • Monitored infection control procedures to verify facility-wide health and safety.
  • Evaluated nursing intervention outcomes by conferring with other healthcare team members.
  • Documented patient medical histories, current symptoms and vitals.
  • Addressed patient care needs, collected vitals, dressed wounds and managed catheters.
  • Administered prescribed medications and started intravenous fluids to address patient symptoms and underlying etiologies.
  • Maintained strict patient data procedures to comply with HIPAA laws and prevent information breaches.
  • Directed implementation of improved patient care and documentation methods and procedures to achieve quality objectives.
  • Guaranteed exceptional care quality by correctly administering medication, inserting and caring for catheters, dressing and changing wounds and assisting with personal hygiene.
  • Counseled clients, patients and families and provided emotional and psychosocial support.
  • Administered prescribed medications or started intravenous fluids, noting times and amounts on patients' charts.
  • Collected blood, urine or sputum from patients to perform routine laboratory tests.
  • Took temperatures or blood pressures, dressed wounds and provided other basic patient care or treatments.
  • Collected biological samples for routine laboratory testing to assist diagnostic processes.
  • Answered patients' calls to determine how to assist.
  • Collected biological samples from patients and performed routine lab tests to support diagnosis.
  • Measured and recorded patient height, weight and other vital signs.
  • Administered medications and therapies in accordance with physicians orders.
  • Answered patient calls, identified issues and determined how best to provide assistance within parameters established by facility and supervisor.
  • Observed strict confidentiality and safeguarded all patient-related information.
  • Communicated with patients with compassion while keeping medical information private.
  • Provided behavioral and emotional support and closely supervised patients suffering from dementia and Alzheimer's.
  • Educated clients, patients and caregivers on medical diagnoses, treatment options, chronic disease self-management and wound management.
  • Assembled and used catheters, tracheotomy tubes or oxygen suppliers.
  • Evaluated patient care procedural changes for effectiveness and made necessary adjustments.
  • Prepared or examined food trays for conformance to prescribed diet.

Staff LPN

Northpoint Healthcare Services
Lexington, KY
04.2008 - 03.2009
  • Looked for physical, emotional and symptomatic changes in patient condition and obtained necessary care for medical concerns.
  • Coordinated with doctors and registered nurses to develop care plans for patients.
  • Collected and documented vital signs to track current patient conditions.
  • Monitored patient's respiration activity, blood pressure and blood glucose levels in response to medical administration.
  • Communicated concerns regarding patients' status, care and environment to nursing supervisors, clinical care supervisors and case managers.
  • Answered patient and family questions to educate on optimal treatment procedures.
  • Interviewed patients to obtain medical history.
  • Promoted culture of safety for patients and employees through proper identification, reporting documentation and prevention.
  • Used sterile techniques to prepare patients for procedures.
  • Followed rehabilitation and treatment care plans to accelerate patient recovery, minimize pain and optimize patient outcomes.
  • Administered prescribed medications or started intravenous fluids, noting times and amounts on patient charts.
  • Applied interventions to progress patients toward wellness and address maintenance of wellness.
  • Prevented drug interactions and contributed to correct diagnosis by recording patient health information, monitoring vitals and updating patient files.
  • Collected biological specimens and packaged for laboratory transport to complete diagnostic tests.
  • Monitored infection control procedures to verify facility-wide health and safety.
  • Administered medications and therapies in accordance with physicians orders.
  • Charted changes in patient conditions and discussed concerns with supervising healthcare provider.
  • Addressed patient care needs, collected vitals, dressed wounds and managed catheters.
  • Worked as part of healthcare team to assess patient needs, plan and modify care and implement interventions.
  • Took temperatures or blood pressures, dressed wounds and provided other basic patient care or treatments.
  • Documented patient medical histories, current symptoms and vitals.
  • Measured and recorded patient height, weight and other vital signs.
  • Answered patient calls, identified issues and determined how best to provide assistance within parameters established by facility and supervisor.
  • Observed strict confidentiality and safeguarded all patient-related information.
  • Guaranteed exceptional care quality by correctly administering medication, inserting and caring for catheters, dressing and changing wounds and assisting with personal hygiene.
  • Communicated with patients with compassion while keeping medical information private.
  • Worked with social workers, physical therapists and speech therapists to assess patient needs, plan and adjust plans of care and actualize nursing interventions to promote and restore patient health.
  • Collected blood, urine or sputum from patients to perform routine laboratory tests.
  • Communicated effectively with patients and loved ones to explain diagnoses, treatment options and procedures.
  • Answered patients' calls to determine how to assist.
  • Provided behavioral and emotional support and closely supervised patients suffering from dementia and Alzheimer's.
  • Delivered high-quality direct and indirect nursing care to up to [Number] patients per day.
  • Educated clients, patients and caregivers on medical diagnoses, treatment options, chronic disease self-management and wound management.
  • Assembled and used catheters, tracheotomy tubes or oxygen suppliers.
  • Evaluated nursing intervention outcomes by conferring with other healthcare team members.
  • Collaborated with multi-disciplinary staff to improve overall patient care and response times.
  • Maintained strict patient data procedures to comply with HIPAA laws and prevent information breaches.
  • Administered prescribed medications or started intravenous fluids, noting times and amounts on patients' charts.
  • Administered prescribed medications and started intravenous fluids to address patient symptoms and underlying etiologies.
  • Counseled clients, patients and families and provided emotional and psychosocial support.
  • Directed implementation of improved patient care and documentation methods and procedures to achieve quality objectives.
  • Evaluated patient care procedural changes for effectiveness and made necessary adjustments.
  • Collected biological samples for routine laboratory testing to assist diagnostic processes.
  • Provided pre- and post-operative nursing care.
  • Collected biological samples from patients and performed routine lab tests to support diagnosis.
  • Prepared or examined food trays for conformance to prescribed diet.

Staff LPN

Lexington Country Place
Lexington, KY
02.2007 - 04.2008
  • Coordinated care with physicians and other clinical staff to prepare for treatment, carry out interventions and enhance continuum of care.
  • Coordinated care with charge nurse and other staff through daily communication.
  • Recorded patients' medical history, vital statistics and test results in electronic medical records.
  • Conducted patient assessments and diagnostic tests to provide physician with important patient health information.
  • Developed care plans complete with effective nursing measures to improve patients' mental and physical health.
  • Evaluated patients to develop and update treatment plans while anticipating day-to-day needs.
  • Answered patient questions and provided take-home materials for further information.
  • Facilitated transition to home care by providing patients with continued care information and discharge instructions.
  • Treated and monitored wounds using liquid skin, sutures and bandages.
  • Addressed rapid response and code situations by strategically organizing and delegating tasks.
  • Educated nursing students on proper care procedures and prioritization strategies.
  • Administered oral, IV and intra-muscular medications and monitored patient reactions.
  • Responded to emergency situations with speed, expertise and level-headed approaches to provide optimal care, support and life-saving interventions.
  • Observed strict safety measures, including checking medication dosages before administration to patients.
  • Assessed patient conditions, monitored behaviors and updated supervising physicians with observations and concerns.
  • Helped patients and families feel comfortable during challenging and stressful situations, promoting recovery and reducing compliance issues.
  • Monitored diet, physical activity, behaviors and other patient factors to assess conditions and adjust treatment plans.
  • Delivered information regarding care and medications to patients and caregivers in comprehendible terminology.
  • Coordinated with healthcare team to establish, enact and evaluate patient care plans.
  • Advocated for patient needs with interdisciplinary team and implemented outlined treatment plans.
  • Maintained strict patient data procedures to comply with HIPAA laws and prevent information breaches.
  • Modified patient treatment plans as indicated by patients' responses and conditions.
  • Interpreted and evaluated diagnostic tests to identify and assess patient's condition.
  • Stocked clinical workstations and procedure rooms with necessary supplies.
  • Conducted specified laboratory tests to help detect conditions and determine diagnosis.

Education

Practical Nursing - Nursing

Bluegrass Community And Technical College, Lexington, KY
12.2006

High School Diploma -

Hazard High School , Hazard, KY
05.1998

Skills

  • Inpatient Care
  • Health Education
  • Clinical Documentation
  • Patient Assessments
  • Medication Administration
  • Family Communication
  • Patient Evaluations
  • Chronic Disease Management
  • Samples Collection
  • Care Planning
  • Documenting Incidents
  • Empathetic and Compassionate
  • Healthcare Platforms
  • Counting Narcotics
  • Staff Direction and Task Delegation
  • Educating Families
  • Caring for Wounds
  • Rehabilitation Techniques
  • Tracking Symptoms
  • Psychotropic Medication Knowledge
  • Patient Triaging
  • Breathing Treatments
  • Medical Records Management
  • Behavioral Assessment
  • ADL Assistance
  • Immunization Administration
  • Direct Patient Care
  • Patient Intake
  • Medication Dispensing
  • Wound Care
  • Writing Reports
  • Regulatory Requirements
  • Vital Signs
  • Physical Assessment
  • Emergency Response
  • Multi-Tasking and Prioritization
  • Patient Management
  • Patient Care
  • [State] Licensed Practical Nurse

Timeline

Director of Assistant Living, LPN Staff Nurse - The Willows at Hamburg
12.2014 - Current
Unit Manager - Homestead Rehabilitation Center
08.2010 - 05.2013
Home Health Licensed Practical Nurse - Nurses Registry And Home Health
06.2010 - 11.2023
Staff LPN - Northpoint Healthcare Services
04.2008 - 03.2009
Staff LPN - Lexington Country Place
02.2007 - 04.2008
Bluegrass Community And Technical College - Practical Nursing, Nursing
Hazard High School - High School Diploma,

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