Rhonda J Smith
Compass Family And Community Services
Warren,OH
1
Certification
5
years of professional experience
Licensed nursing professional skilled in patient care, medication administration, and health monitoring. Strong focus on team collaboration, ensuring reliable support and adaptability to changing needs. Known for effective communication, problem-solving, and empathy in high-pressure environments. Prepared to contribute significantly to enhancing patient outcomes and overall healthcare quality.
Work History
Lpn Psychiatric Nurse
2 Years 9 Months- Administered medications and treatments as directed by healthcare providers.
- Monitored patient vital signs and reported changes to nursing staff.
- Assisted in developing individualized care plans for diverse patient needs.
- Educated patients and families on health management and wellness strategies.
- Collaborated with multidisciplinary teams to enhance patient care outcomes.
- Documented patient progress accurately in electronic health record systems.
- Implemented infection control protocols to maintain a safe healthcare environment.
- Improved patient outcomes by administering medications, monitoring vital signs, and documenting relevant information.
- Assisted with admissions, appointments, transfers, and discharges.
- Collaborated with interdisciplinary healthcare teams to ensure continuous quality improvement in patient care delivery.
- Documented accurate and complete patient information to address patient problems and expected outcomes.
- Facilitated efficient communication between patients, families, and healthcare providers to promote continuity of care across settings.
- Managed time-sensitive tasks effectively under pressure while maintaining composure during critical situations or emergencies.
- Performed routine evaluations of each patient's status, needs, and preferences.
- Adapted quickly to changing patient needs, adjusting care plans accordingly to ensure optimal outcomes in diverse clinical scenarios.
- Comforted and counseled patients and families throughout care process.
- Mentored new nursing staff to enhance professional development opportunities within the team dynamic.
- Collaborated with interdisciplinary team of healthcare and social service providers to address patients' needs through effective intervention and care planning.
- Educated patients and families on health promotion, disease prevention, and self-care management strategies.
- Monitored, tracked, and conveyed important patient information to healthcare staff to help optimize treatment planning and care delivery.
- Delivered updates in patient status to charge nurse, recording changes in medical records.
- Offered immediate assistance in emergency and routine paging situations to evaluate needs and deliver care.
- Ensured regulatory compliance by adhering to infection control protocols and maintaining accurate documentation of patient data.
- Answered incoming phone calls from patients to provide basic assistance and triage medical concerns.
- Promoted a culture of teamwork through active participation in unit meetings, performance improvement initiatives, and collaborative problem-solving efforts.
- Streamlined nursing processes by implementing evidence-based practices that improved clinical workflow efficiency.
- Reduced hospital readmissions by providing thorough discharge planning and follow-up care coordination.
- Conducted regular patient assessments to identify changes in health status, enabling timely interventions.
- Administered medications to ensure adherence to treatment plans, improving health outcomes.
LPN Office Nurse
2 Years 1 Month- Administered medications and monitored patient progress in accordance with care plans.
- Assisted healthcare providers during examinations and procedures, ensuring patient comfort and safety.
- Documented patient histories, vital signs, and care interventions accurately in electronic health records.
- Educated patients on self-care techniques and medication management to promote health literacy.
- Implemented infection control protocols to maintain a safe clinical environment for patients and staff.
- Conducted routine assessments to identify changes in patient conditions, escalating concerns as necessary.
Education
Lpn - Practical Nursing
Skills
Medication administration
Direct patient care
Vital signs monitoring
HIPAA compliance
Compassionate care
Wound care
Physical assessment
Clinical documentation
Patient evaluations
Health education
Breathing treatments
Emergency response
Patient relationship building
ADL assistance
Healthcare software proficiency
Patient intake
Preventive care
Behavioral assessment
Mental health support
Outpatient care
Medical records management
Medical office administration
Writing reports
Pediatric care
Verbal and written communication
Medication reconciliation
Licensed practical nurse
ohio licensed practical nurse
[State] licensed practical nurse
Documenting incidents
Empathetic and compassionate
Samples collection
Multi-tasking and prioritization
Counting narcotics
Staff direction and task delegation
Tuberculosis testing
HIPAA protocols
Psychotropic medications
Charting and recording
EKG administration
Certified in CPR/AED
Critical thinking
Patient charting
Attention to detail
Responsible and dependable
Strong clinical judgment
Adaptable and flexible
Intravenous medications
Nursing intervention evaluations
Accomplishments
I have assisted the MD of this company for 2 1/2 yrs, in caring for over 500 active patients. I have assisted in medication management by administering long acting injections intramuscularly as well as subquetaneously, ordering meds, pulling OARRS reports when necessary for controlled substances, as well as prior authorizations when requested along with appeals, when meds not approved. I have also completed worker's comp documents, intermittent FMLA paperwork, along with supplying medical information to assist in disability documents. I have taken great pride in my current position as a psychiatric nurse with compassion, dedication, and empathy, while serving the community in which I live.
- Used Microsoft Excel to develop inventory tracking spreadsheets.
Certification
- Psychiatry- License - 11/2023-current
- Licensed lpn - 7/2021-current
Languages
English
Timeline
Lpn Psychiatric Nurse
Compass Family And Community Services
11.2023 - CurrentRead More
LPN Office Nurse
One Health Ohio
10.2021 - 11.2023Read More
Choffin School of Nursing
Lpn from Practical Nursing
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