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Nancy Pursel
Georgetown,KY
Don't you dare underestimate the power of your own instinct.
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Summary
Methodical and empathetic quality-focused Licensed Practical Nurse with three years of experience in patient care, focused assessment, and basic/specialized telemetry and medical surgical procedures. Effectively examines medical charts using EPIC, administers medication, and treats wounds. Skilled at interpreting electrocardiograms, providing basic cardiac monitoring procedures, and recommending appropriate treatments to providers. Expert in administering, documenting, and monitoring the effects of medications as well as performing basic and advanced life support measures. Competencies achieved in Patient Preparation and Post-Operative Care Methods. Adept in Recognizing and responding to cardiac and respiratory emergencies and initiating conventional measures to stabilize patients.
Overview
11
years of professional experience
3
Certificate
Work History
Medpro Staffing
Licensed Practical Nurse
11.2023 - Current
Job overview
- Improved patient outcomes by providing high-quality nursing care and closely monitoring vital signs.
- Enhanced patient satisfaction levels through effective communication and empathetic listening skills.
- Collaborated with interdisciplinary healthcare teams to develop comprehensive care plans for patients.
- Implemented infection control measures, ensuring a clean and safe environment for patients and staff.
Norton Audubon Hospital - Telemetry/Medical Surg
Licensed Practical Nurse
09.2021 - 10.2023
Job overview
- Performed telemetry monitoring of patients cardiac rhythms and properly recorded data.
- Enhanced patient care by accurately interpreting cardiac monitor readings and promptly reporting critical findings to healthcare team.
- Improved patient outcomes by providing comprehensive education on medications, procedures, and lifestyle modifications.
- Decreased patient complications through diligent monitoring of vital signs, lab results, and other telemetry data.
Norton Medical Community And Associates
Licensed Practical Nurse
01.2021 - 09.2021
Job overview
- Enhanced patient care by effectively administering medications and treatments as prescribed by physicians.
- Improved patient experience by providing compassionate and attentive nursing services in a busy office setting.
- Maintained accurate medical records for over 100 patients, ensuring timely updates and efficient communication between healthcare providers.
- Developed strong rapport with patients and their families, fostering trust and open communication during sensitive medical situations.
Norton Audubon Hospital
Patient Care Assistant
03.2020 - 01.2021
Job overview
- Recorded temperature, blood pressure, pulse, or respiration rate as directed by medical or nursing staff.
- Supported patient mobility needs with correct assistive devices and proper body mechanics to prevent injuries.
- Recognized and reported abnormalities or changes in patients' health status to case manager.
- Helped patients maintain healthy skin by checking wounds, assessing integrity, and bathing bed-bound individuals.
Agiliti Health - Norton Women's And Children's
Hospital Operations Coordinator
06.2018 - 03.2020
Job overview
- Provided direction and guidance to internal teams in order to achieve targets.
- Implemented process improvement to shape organizational culture, optimize procedures for higher efficiency and help company evolve and grow.
- Demonstrated correct operation, care and calibration to on-site medical personnel.
- Managed time efficiently in order to complete all tasks within deadlines.
Wal-Mart
Overnight Support Manager
01.2013 - 06.2018
Job overview
- Trained new employees and provided positive reinforcement when evaluating completed work.
- Supervised promotional activities that were designed to drive sales and generate excitement.
- Processed and reviewed departmental reports to maintain compliance with nightly performance initiatives.
- Coached employees through day-to-day work and complex problems.
Education
Excelsior CollegeAlbany, NY
Bachelor’s Degree from Science in Nursing
University Overview
- Norton Scholar
- Currently Enrolled
Galen College of NursingLouisville, KY
Associate Degree In Nursing from LPN To RN Bridge
University Overview
- Norton Scholar
- 3.5 GPA
Galen College of NursingLouisville, KY
Diploma from Practical Nursing
12.2020
University Overview
- Norton Scholar
- 3.6 GPA
Skills
- Clinical Documentation
- Patient Admission/Discharge Planning
- Emergency Response
- Pulse oximetry tracking
- Family Communication
- Physical Assessment
- Direct Patient Care
- Behavioral assessment
- Medication Administration
- HIPAA Compliance
- Catheter Care
- Wound Care
- Critical Thinking
- Time Management
- Problem-Solving
- Activities of Daily Living ADLs
- Interpersonal Communication
- Interdisciplinary Team Collaboration
- Epic Systems
- Health Education
Certification
- Basic Life Support - American Heart Association December 2023 - December 2025
- Advanced Life Support - American Heart Association February 2024 - February 2026
- NCI - CPI 3rd Edition Blue Card - February 2024 - February 2026
Availability
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Timeline
Licensed Practical Nurse
Medpro Staffing
11.2023 - Current
Licensed Practical Nurse
Norton Audubon Hospital - Telemetry/Medical Surg
09.2021 - 10.2023
Licensed Practical Nurse
Norton Medical Community And Associates
01.2021 - 09.2021
Patient Care Assistant
Norton Audubon Hospital
03.2020 - 01.2021
Hospital Operations Coordinator
Agiliti Health - Norton Women's And Children's
06.2018 - 03.2020
Overnight Support Manager
Wal-Mart
01.2013 - 06.2018
Excelsior College
Bachelor’s Degree from Science in Nursing
Galen College of Nursing
Associate Degree In Nursing from LPN To RN Bridge
Galen College of Nursing
Diploma from Practical Nursing
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