Rita Lyles
Killeen,TX
Summary
Adept at medication administration and fostering compassionate patient relationships, I significantly improved patient satisfaction and safety protocols during my tenure at Heart Of Texas Hospice. My expertise in HIPAA compliance and patient education, coupled with a track record of reducing hospital readmissions, positions me as a valuable asset to any healthcare team.
Overview
26
26
years of professional experience
Work History
Licensed Vocational Nurse
Heart Of Texas Hospice
10.2022 - 08.2024
- Managed patient care through closely monitoring respiration, blood pressure, and blood glucose levels.
- Prevented medication errors by meticulously reviewing physician orders and administering medications as prescribed.
- Worked with multidisciplinary team to carry out successful treatment plans for diverse acute and chronic conditions.
- Cared for wounds, provided treatments, and assisted with procedures.
- Promoted patient safety through vigilant monitoring of vital signs and reporting any abnormalities to the appropriate healthcare provider promptly.
- Facilitated effective communication between patients, families, and healthcare providers to ensure continuity of care during transitions between facilities or levels of care.
- Assessed patients' temperature, pulse, and blood pressure and recorded in electronic medical records.
- Documented accurate and complete patient information to address patient problems and expected outcomes.
- Improved patient satisfaction by providing compassionate and attentive care.
- Documented patient vitals, behaviors and conditions to communicate concerns to supervising nurse.
- Strengthened infection control measures by strictly following hand hygiene protocols and utilizing personal protective equipment when necessary.
- Documented patient vitals, behaviors, and conditions to communicate concerns to supervising [Job Title].
- Administered controlled narcotics, and performed catheterizations.
Licensed Vocational Nurse
Missions Home Health
09.2021 - 09.2022
- Prevented medication errors by meticulously reviewing physician orders and administering medications as prescribed.
- Cared for wounds, provided treatments, and assisted with procedures.
- Promoted patient safety through vigilant monitoring of vital signs and reporting any abnormalities to the appropriate healthcare provider promptly.
- Facilitated effective communication between patients, families, and healthcare providers to ensure continuity of care during transitions between facilities or levels of care.
- Assessed patients' temperature, pulse, and blood pressure and recorded in electronic medical records.
- Improved patient satisfaction by providing compassionate and attentive care.
- Strengthened infection control measures by strictly following hand hygiene protocols and utilizing personal protective equipment when necessary.
- Documented patient vitals, behaviors, and conditions to communicate concerns to supervising [Job Title].
- Administered controlled narcotics, inserted IVs, and performed catheterizations.
Licensed Vocational Nurse
At Home
05.2019 - 07.2021
- Prevented medication errors by meticulously reviewing physician orders and administering medications as prescribed.
- Cared for wounds, provided treatments, and assisted with procedures.
- Facilitated effective communication between patients, families, and healthcare providers to ensure continuity of care during transitions between facilities or levels of care.
- Assessed patients' temperature, pulse, and blood pressure and recorded in electronic medical records.
- Documented accurate and complete patient information to address patient problems and expected outcomes.
Licensed Vocational Nurse
Pals For Health
06.2018 - 12.2019
- Worked with multidisciplinary team to carry out successful treatment plans for diverse acute and chronic conditions.
- Cared for wounds, provided treatments, and assisted with procedures.
- Facilitated effective communication between patients, families, and healthcare providers to ensure continuity of care during transitions between facilities or levels of care.
- Improved patient satisfaction by providing compassionate and attentive care.
- Strengthened infection control measures by strictly following hand hygiene protocols and utilizing personal protective equipment when necessary.
- Responded to patient requests with appropriate clinical and personal assistance.
- Administered controlled narcotics, inserted IVs, and performed catheterizations.
Home Health LVN
STG Logistics
09.2017 - 06.2018
- Promoted continuity of care by maintaining detailed documentation of patients'' health status, interventions, and outcomes.
- Supported patients during difficult transitions to home-based care, providing emotional support and practical guidance.
- Enhanced patient recovery process through effective communication and collaboration with interdisciplinary healthcare teams.
- Assisted patients in managing their daily living activities, including bathing, dressing, grooming, meal preparation, and mobility support.
- Reduced hospital readmissions by closely monitoring patients'' progress and adjusting care plans as needed.
Home Health LVN
Interim Home Health
05.2016 - 03.2017
- Promoted continuity of care by maintaining detailed documentation of patients'' health status, interventions, and outcomes.
- Responded to patient requests with appropriate clinical and personal assistance.
- Provided physical assessments, medication, and chronic disease management to home health patients.
- Worked with multidisciplinary team to carry out successful treatment plans for diverse acute and chronic conditions.
- Took samples to complete diagnostic and routine assessment tests.
- Reduced hospital readmissions by closely monitoring patients'' progress and adjusting care plans as needed.
- Protected patients and healthcare team members from infection by sterilizing equipment and reusable supplies.
- Increased patient safety by diligently administering medications, wound care, and other treatments per physician orders.
LVN Charge Nurse
Hill Country Rehab and Nursing
07.2015 - 12.2015
- Delivered direct quality care to patients by evaluating medical conditions and managing and assessing treatments.
- Updated patient medical records with services provided, health conditions, and response to treatments using [Software].
- Served as charge nurse, caring for patients with serious illnesses
- Wound care, follow directions of the Physician.
LVN Charge Nurse
Indian Oaks Assisted Nursing and Rehabilitation
05.2012 - 11.2014
- Documented patient vitals, behaviors and conditions to communicate concerns to supervising nurse.
- Promoted continuity of care by maintaining comprehensive medical records and updating physicians on significant changes in patients'' conditions.
- Worked with multidisciplinary team to carry out successful treatment plans for diverse acute and chronic conditions.
- Cultivated strong working relationships with physicians by maintaining open communication, providing timely updates on patients'' status, and actively participating in care coordination efforts.
- Bolstered patient safety through consistent implementation of fall prevention measures such as bed alarms, hourly rounding, and mobility assistance.
Home Health LVN
TexMed Home Health
03.2006 - 04.2012
- Provided physical assessments, medication, and chronic disease management to home health patients.
- Responded to patient requests with appropriate clinical and personal assistance.
- Reduced hospital readmissions by closely monitoring patients'' progress and adjusting care plans as needed.
- Increased patient safety by diligently administering medications, wound care, and other treatments per physician orders.
- Maintained the highest standards of infection control by adhering to strict protocols for sanitation and personal protective equipment use.
- Empowered patients to take control of their own health by teaching them about medications, nutrition, and exercise regimens tailored to their specific conditions.
- Maintained patient privacy and confidentiality by adhering to HIPAA regulations and organizational policies at all times.
- Educated patients and caregivers on medical diagnoses, treatment options, chronic disease self-management and wound management.
LVN Floor Nurse
Scott and White Hospital
06.1998 - 03.2005
- Participated in ongoing professional development opportunities to stay current on best practices in nursing care and maintain licensure requirements.
- Contributed to a safe working environment by following infection control protocols and accurately reporting incidents or concerns.
- Collaborated with physicians to develop customized treatment plans based on thorough assessments of patients'' medical histories, symptoms, and diagnoses.
- Collected and documented vital signs to maintain current records of patients' conditions.
- Utilized [Software] to document nursing assessments, treatments, medications and discharge instructions.
Education
No Degree - Nursing
Central Texas College
Killeen, TX06.1999
High School Diploma -
Trenton Central High
Trenton, NJ07.1985
Skills
- Medication Administration
- HIPAA Compliance
- Geriatric Care
- Vital signs monitoring
- Catheter Care
- Compassionate Care
- Patient Care
- Clinical judgment
- Patient Education
- Infection Control
- Patient Assessment
- Healthcare Software Proficiency
- Documentation accuracy
- Diabetes management
- Nutrition Support
- Treatment plan implementation
- Anatomy knowledge
- Medical examination
- Pediatric Care
- Aseptic Techniques
- Vital signs
- Patient relationship building
- Breathing Treatments
- Patient Assessments
- Wound Care
- ADL Assistance
- Transcribing orders
- Home Health Care
- Chronic Disease Management
- Behavioral assessment
- Inpatient Care
- Palliative Care
Timeline
Licensed Vocational Nurse
Heart Of Texas Hospice
10.2022 - 08.2024
Licensed Vocational Nurse
Missions Home Health
09.2021 - 09.2022
Licensed Vocational Nurse
At Home
05.2019 - 07.2021
Licensed Vocational Nurse
Pals For Health
06.2018 - 12.2019
Home Health LVN
STG Logistics
09.2017 - 06.2018
Home Health LVN
Interim Home Health
05.2016 - 03.2017
LVN Charge Nurse
Hill Country Rehab and Nursing
07.2015 - 12.2015
LVN Charge Nurse
Indian Oaks Assisted Nursing and Rehabilitation
05.2012 - 11.2014
Home Health LVN
TexMed Home Health
03.2006 - 04.2012
LVN Floor Nurse
Scott and White Hospital
06.1998 - 03.2005
No Degree - Nursing
Central Texas College
High School Diploma -
Trenton Central High
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