Rhonda Perkins
Ball,LA
Summary
Dedicated Licensed Practical Nurse with 33 years of experience in care coordination and team collaboration. Expertise in monitoring patient conditions and developing individualized care plans that comply with safety protocols. Background includes hospice and home care settings, along with telehealth and clinical documentation. Seeking remote role in care coordination, case management, hospice triage, and patient support.
Overview
1
1
Certification
25
25
years of professional experience
Work History
Licensed Practical Nurse
State Of Louisiana - Office For Citizens With DD
Alexandria, Louisiana
06.2013 - Current
- Administered medications and treatments to ensure adherence to healthcare providers' prescriptions and improve patient outcomes.#
- Monitored patients' vital signs and reported changes to the nursing team.
- Collaborated with multidisciplinary teams to develop and implement individualized care plans tailored to each patient's needs.
- Maintained accurate patient records and documentation according to regulations.
- Supported individuals with developmental disabilities in daily living activities to enhance their quality of life and independence.
Licensed Practical Nurse
Grace Home Inpatient Hospice
Alexandria, LA
07.2008 - 06.2013
- Administered medications and treatments according to established protocols.
- Administered medications and monitored patient vital signs regularly.
- Administered prescribed medications or started intravenous fluids, noting times and amounts on patient charts.
- Administered medications and treatments prescribed by healthcare providers.
- Maintained accurate patient records and documentation according to regulations.
- Documented patient progress and care activities in electronic health records.
- Observed changes in patient's condition and reported any significant changes to the registered nurse or physician.
- Conducted regular rounds to assess the status of assigned patients.
- Ensured compliance with safety protocols and infection control measures in care settings.
- Assisted patients with personal hygiene activities such as bathing, dressing, eating, grooming, and toileting needs.
- Delivered emotional support and companionship to improve patient well-being.
- Provided compassionate end-of-life care to patients and families in home settings.
- Educated patients and family members on disease process, medication administration, nutrition and symptom management.
- Educated families on disease processes and pain management to empower informed care.
- Coordinated hospice services and ensured timely delivery of medical equipment and supplies.
LPN Case Manager
The Summit nursing home
Alexandria, Louisiana
06.2001 - 07.2008
- Developed and managed individualized care plans for residents, addressing diverse health needs.
- Conducted health assessments and monitored resident conditions regularly.
- Collaborated with multidisciplinary teams to coordinate effective care strategies.
- Evaluated the effectiveness of treatments and interventions by monitoring patient responses.
- Identified risk factors associated with an illness or disability in order to create a more effective treatment plan for the patient.
- Managed referrals from primary care providers and specialists for additional resources or services needed by the client.
- Oversaw medication administration and ensured compliance with regulations.
- Facilitated communication between residents, families, and healthcare providers.
- Provided education to families on care practices and resources, enhancing support for residents.
Education
LPN - Nursing
Avoyelles Technical College
Hessmer, LA09-1993
Skills
- Medication administration
- Patient assessment
- Vital sign assessment
- Conflict resolution
- Infection control
- Clinical documentation
- Electronic health records
- Care planning
- Patient management
- Patient education
- Immunization administration
- Tuberculosis testing
- Diabetes management
- Palliative care
- Mental health support
- Patient scheduling
- Direct patient care
- Time management
- Team collaboration
- Care coordination
- Team leadership
- Communication skills
- Conflict resolution
- Problem solving
- Documentation accuracy
- [Type] EMR software
- Team leadership
- Documentation accuracy
- Direct patient care
Certification
- LPN
- CPR certified
- IV therapy
- AED certified
Timeline
Licensed Practical Nurse
State Of Louisiana - Office For Citizens With DD
06.2013 - Current
Licensed Practical Nurse
Grace Home Inpatient Hospice
07.2008 - 06.2013
LPN Case Manager
The Summit nursing home
06.2001 - 07.2008
LPN - Nursing
Avoyelles Technical College