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Lezlee Dennis

Long Beach,CA

Summary

Knowledgeable LVN with solid background in patient care and team leadership. Managed nursing staff effectively and ensured high-quality patient outcomes in fast-paced environments. Demonstrated proficiency in patient assessment and care coordination. Strong background in psych (mental health), addiction treatment, Trauma informed Care and Harm Reduction.

Overview

7
7
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification

Work History

LVN Charge Nurse

Sunset Villa Post Acute
06.2023 - 02.2024
  • Documented patient vitals, behaviors and conditions to communicate concerns to supervising nurse.
  • Oversaw patient conditions, administered medicine, performed interventions and took detailed records.
  • 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.
  • Promoted a culture of teamwork and collaboration among nursing staff by encouraging the sharing of best practices, learning from one another''s experiences, and supporting each other in challenging situations.
  • Maximized staff productivity by organizing schedules according to skill mix, workload distribution, and staffing levels requirements.
  • Analyzed patient assessments and laboratory data to bring any issues to attention of physicians.
  • Delivered direct quality care to patients by evaluating medical conditions and managing and assessing treatments.
  • Promoted patient independence by teaching self-care skills and explaining conditions and medications.
  • Documented vitals and medical histories in patient charts when assessing patients and communicated patient information to physicians and other nurses for care continuity.
  • Administered medications accurately and in a timely manner, ensuring proper treatment for various conditions.
  • Monitored vital signs and assessed patients regularly, swiftly identifying any changes in condition and addressing concerns promptly.

LVN Charge Nurse

Windsor Palms Care Center of Artesia
09.2022 - 06.2023
  • Same Work description as above, Sunset Villa Post Acute with an emphasis on Psych, Mental Health.

LVN Floor Nurse/ Mental Health Nurse

Post Acute Registry
06.2022 - 12.2022
  • 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.
  • Administered medications accurately and in a timely manner, ensuring proper treatment for various conditions.
  • Provided high-quality wound care, reducing the risk of infection and promoting timely healing.
  • Offered immediate assistance in emergency and routine paging situations to evaluate needs and deliver care.
  • Prepared reports to summarize clients' mental health status and treatment progress.
  • Improved client mental health by delivering appropriate therapeutic interventions and counseling services.

LVN COVID Tester

Nobility Health
03.2020 - 06.2021
  • Performed routine evaluations of each patient's status, needs, and preferences.
  • Monitored vital signs and assessed patients regularly, swiftly identifying any changes in condition and addressing concerns promptly.
  • Documented accurate and complete patient information to address patient problems and expected outcomes.
  • Provided high-quality wound care, reducing the risk of infection and promoting timely healing.
  • Managed patient care through closely monitoring respiration, blood pressure, and blood glucose levels.
  • Mentored new LVN hires through the orientation process, sharing expertise to support their integration into the team successfully.
  • Continuously pursued professional development opportunities to stay current on best practices in the nursing field, ensuring optimal patient outcomes.
  • COVID testing to include Rapid, Antigen and ACCULA.

LVN Charge Nurse

The People Concern
04.2018 - 01.2021
  • Performed routine evaluations of each patient's status, needs, and preferences.
  • Managed time efficiently during busy shifts by multitasking effectively without compromising quality of care.
  • Provided high-quality wound care, reducing the risk of infection and promoting timely healing.
  • Managed patient care through closely monitoring respiration, blood pressure, and blood glucose levels.
  • Mentored new LVN hires through the orientation process, sharing expertise to support their integration into the team successfully.
  • Prepared and led support groups for patients.
  • Created a supportive environment by fostering trust, empathy, and mutual respect among participants.
  • Collaborated with multidisciplinary teams for comprehensive case management and optimal outcomes.
  • Improved overall mental well-being of participants by creating personalized meditation plans based on individual needs.
  • Promoted harm reduction strategies through education on safe drug use practices and overdose prevention techniques.
  • Observed patient condition and notified physician of patient reaction to drugs, treatments and significant incidents.
  • Facilitated discharge planning for smooth transitions from acute care settings to rehabilitation facilities or home environments.
  • Used critical thinking to break down problems, evaluate solutions and make decisions.
  • Proved successful working within tight deadlines and a fast-paced environment.
  • Supervisory Role to include CNAs, Security and 40 members

LVN III

Kaiser Permanente
07.2019 - 09.2020
  • Performed routine evaluations of each patient's status, needs, and preferences.
  • Coordinated with healthcare providers to schedule diagnostic tests for patients, expediting care plans as necessary.
  • Educated patients and their families on disease management, medication administration, and at-home care techniques, empowering them to take control of their health.
  • Evaluated patients to identify and address wounds, behavioral concerns, and medically relevant symptoms.
  • Used aseptic techniques to provide sterilized wound care and dressing applications.
  • Answered incoming phone calls from patients to provide basic assistance and triage medical concerns.
  • Monitored vital signs and assessed patients regularly, swiftly identifying any changes in condition and addressing concerns promptly.
  • Documented accurate and complete patient information to address patient problems and expected outcomes.
  • Provided high-quality wound care, reducing the risk of infection and promoting timely healing.
  • Demonstrated strong clinical judgment by assessing symptoms quickly and prioritizing appropriate interventions accordingly.

Lead LVN

The Childrens Clinic
10.2016 - 04.2018
  • Oversaw daily operations of the department, ensuring smooth workflow and timely completion of tasks.
  • Applied strong leadership talents and problem-solving skills to maintain team efficiency and organize workflows.
  • Enhanced communication within the team by holding regular meetings and encouraging open dialogue among all members.
  • Led successful project completions under tight deadlines, coordinating effectively across multiple teams.
  • Achieved significant improvements in operational efficiency, introducing and enforcing quality control measures.
  • Inventory check and reordering Supplies.
  • Immunization and vaccine Verification
  • Monthly Chart Auditing and QI reports
  • Med Dispensary Management reordering/ med preparation.
  • Employee reviews, front and back office duties.

Education

LVN Certification - Nursing

Charter College
Long Beach, CA
06-2015

Skills

  • Medication Administration
  • Vital signs monitoring
  • Team Collaboration
  • Patient Care Coordination
  • Documentation accuracy
  • Patient Assessments
  • HIPAA Compliance
  • Staff Scheduling
  • Medical Records Management
  • Wound care management
  • Admissions coordination
  • Pediatric Care

Certification

  • Basic Life Support (BLS) Certification - American Heart Association.
  • Licensed Vocational Nurse (LVN)- Ca Board of Nursing.
  • IV/ Blood Draw Certification

Timeline

LVN Charge Nurse

Sunset Villa Post Acute
06.2023 - 02.2024

LVN Charge Nurse

Windsor Palms Care Center of Artesia
09.2022 - 06.2023

LVN Floor Nurse/ Mental Health Nurse

Post Acute Registry
06.2022 - 12.2022

LVN COVID Tester

Nobility Health
03.2020 - 06.2021

LVN III

Kaiser Permanente
07.2019 - 09.2020

LVN Charge Nurse

The People Concern
04.2018 - 01.2021

Lead LVN

The Childrens Clinic
10.2016 - 04.2018

LVN Certification - Nursing

Charter College

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