Self-motivated, decisive healthcare professional with proven bedside manner, clinical skills and diagnostic support experience. Manage and document current conditions to effectively support patients and work within multidisciplinary healthcare team to enhance outcomes. Specialize in Long term care and corrections. Patient-oriented nursing professional with 9 years of hands-on experience in delivering quality direct and indirect patient care to individuals in diverse settings.
Overview
3
3
years of professional experience
Work History
Licensed Practical Nurse
Maxim Healthcare
Philadelphia , PA
12.2020 - 08.2021
Documented patient intake and dietary requirements and aided with feeding and monitoring.
Answered patient and family questions to educate on optimal treatment procedures.
Looked for physical, emotional, and symptomatic changes in patient condition and obtained necessary care for medical concerns.
Promoted patient satisfaction by assisting with bathing, dressing, toileting and exercising.
Followed rehabilitation and treatment care plans to accelerate patient recovery, minimize pain and optimize patient outcomes.
Prevented drug interactions and contributed to correct diagnosis by recording patient health information, monitoring vitals and updating patient files.
Examined and treated patient lacerations, contusions, and physical symptoms and referred patients to other medical professionals when necessary.
Used sterile techniques to prepare patients for procedures.
Observed strict confidentiality and safeguarded all patient-related information.
Cared for patients' acute and chronic wounds by changing dressings and applying medicated compounds.
Collected and documented vital signs to track current patient conditions.
Travel LPN
Hallies Medical Staffing (LTC)
New Castle , DE
11.2021 - 05.2022
Directed implementation of improved patient care and documentation methods and procedures to achieve quality objectives.
Evaluated patient care procedural changes for effectiveness and made necessary adjustments.
Observed, charted and reported developments in patient health condition in 400-bed hospital.
Monitored infection control procedures to verify facility-wide health and safety.
Administered prescribed medications.
Inserted, cared for and removed patients' catheters and monitored fluid output.
Observed strict confidentiality and safeguarded all patient-related information.
Cared for patients' acute and chronic wounds by changing dressings and applying medicated compounds.
Addressed patient care needs, collected vitals, dressed wounds and managed catheters.
Charted changes in patient conditions and discussed concerns with supervising healthcare provider.
Used sterile techniques to prepare patients for procedures.
Examined and treated patient lacerations, contusions, and physical symptoms and referred patients to other medical professionals when necessary.
Collected biological specimens and packaged for laboratory transport to complete diagnostic tests.
Travel LPN
Genie Healtcare
Barre, VT
06.2022 - 09.2022
Utilized strong assessment skills to determine necessary patient care.
Learned and developed unique skills, specialties and practices based on site and patient needs.
Educated patients and family members about preventive health care and recovery.
Adhered to infection-control policies and protocols to protect employees and patients.
Identified patient care requirements by establishing personal rapport with patients and families.
Documented and communicated actions and irregularities to maintain continuity among nursing teams.
Communicated concerns regarding patients' status, care and environment to nursing supervisors, clinical care supervisors and case managers.
Looked for physical, emotional and symptomatic changes in patient condition and obtained necessary care for medical concerns.
Licensed Practical Nurse
Unity Medical Healthcare (LTC)
Camp Verde, AZ
04.2023 - 07.2023
Analyze the physical, psychological and safety needs of inmates incarcerated in the correctional center, willing to assume charge nurse responsibilities and support the RN
Assess needs of patients through a comprehensive approach on a continuous basis, documenting and communicating patient condition to the physician and team members
Skilled in the compassionate care of diabetic, substance abuse and mental health patient treatments
Administer the proper medications, assuring accuracy as prescribed by on-call physician
Facilitate blood sample checks and insulin coverage per physician orders
Provide accurate charting and database documentation of patient care, accomplished in the use of EMR systems
Prepared to fully implement everything needed and available while awaiting further assistance and direction.
Licensed Practical Nurse
AB Staffing (Corrections)
Buckeye, AZ
07.2023 - 02.2024
Facilitated vigilant observation and accurate documentation of patient status, promptly reporting patient challenges and changes in condition status to physicians and RN's
Identified issues related to mental health conditions and recommended specific therapies for patients.
Responded to emergency situations with speed, expertise and level-headed approaches to provide optimal care, support and life-saving interventions.
Maintained strict patient data procedures to comply with HIPAA laws and prevent information breaches.
Administered oral and intra-muscular medications and monitored patient reactions.
Utilized computerized Resource and Patient Management System (RPMS) and Electronic Health Record (EHR) system.
Maintained infection control logs, streamlined charting process, and improved patient outcomes through training and leadership.
Dispensed proper medications and requested prescription refills as directed by the primary physician
Ensured a healthy and safe environment for staff and patients, maintaining fully stocked facility with required supplies, equipment and instruments
Afforded patient psychological, social and emotional well-being, providing high level health education to inmates.
Education
Associate of Science - Nursing
Capital Region BOCES
Albany, NY
06.2013
Medical Assistant
Branford Hall
Albany, NY
06.2011
Skills
Multi-Tasking and Prioritization
Wound Dressing
Patient Charting
Activities of Daily Living ADLs
Team Building
Medication Administration
Equipment Inspection
Vital Signs Recording
Healthcare Common Procedure Coding System HCPCS
Patient Positioning and Transporting
Physical Stamina
Arizona Licensed Practical Nurse
Documenting Incidents
Staff Direction and Task Delegation
Additional Information
Arizona Compact- 272694
New York License- 316157-1
Timeline
Licensed Practical Nurse
AB Staffing (Corrections)
07.2023 - 02.2024
Licensed Practical Nurse
Unity Medical Healthcare (LTC)
04.2023 - 07.2023
Travel LPN
Genie Healtcare
06.2022 - 09.2022
Travel LPN
Hallies Medical Staffing (LTC)
11.2021 - 05.2022
Licensed Practical Nurse
Maxim Healthcare
12.2020 - 08.2021
Associate of Science - Nursing
Capital Region BOCES
Medical Assistant
Branford Hall
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