Compassionate LPN with 28 years of extensive experience skilled in long term care and clinical settings. Proven ability with medication administration and wound care. Proven ability to enhance patient outcomes through meticulous assessments and individualized care plans. Recognized for strong clinical judgment and effective communication, ensuring optimal care in high-pressure environments.
Overview
16
16
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
LPN
Veteran's Home of Chippewa Falla
10.2014 - 01.2026
Administered medications, completed treatments, and monitored patients vital signs to ensure optimal care.
Managed inventory of medical supplies, ensuring availability for patient needs.
Trained new staff on protocols and procedures.
Assisted with admissions, appointments, transfers, and discharges.
Demonstrated excellent technical skills in wound dressing changes, catheter insertion, and other routine nursing procedures.
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.
Administered controlled narcotics.
Provided compassionate palliative care for terminally ill patients while supporting their emotional needs during end-of-life stages.
Monitored, tracked, and conveyed important patient information to healthcare staff to help optimize treatment planning and care delivery.
Used aseptic techniques to provide sterilized wound care and dressing applications.
Maintained a safe and therapeutic environment for patients through effective risk assessment and crisis intervention strategies.
Delivered updates in patient status to charge nurse and recording changes in medical record.
Minimized staff and patient infection risk by cleaning and disinfecting equipment instruments.
Enhanced patient care by performing comprehensive assessments and developing individualized care plans.
Contributed to organizational success by participating in accreditation surveys, quality assurance programs, and ongoing staff education activities.
Conducted regular patient assessments to identify changes in health status, enabling timely interventions.
Maintained meticulous records of patient care, treatments, and progress, ensuring continuity of care.
Monitored patient reactions to medications and treatments, quickly addressing adverse reactions.
Advocated for patients' needs and preferences with healthcare providers, fostering patient-centered care.
Monitored patient health conditions to report changes to assigned physician.
Reviewed patient history to verify conditions and current medications.
Responded to patient requests with appropriate clinical and personal assistance.
LPN
Crystal Lake Manor
05.2010 - 10.2014
Education
High School Diploma -
Altoona High School
Altoona
Pratical Nursing -
Red Wing Technical College
Red Wing, MN
Skills
Medication administration and performed treatments as ordered by MD