Ronna Maples
Blue Springs,MO
Summary
LPN charge nurse with strong skills in patient evaluation, medication administration, and compassionate care. Demonstrated success in collaborating with multidisciplinary teams to improve patient outcomes and maintain safety compliance. Proven track record of enhancing care quality through effective communication and teamwork.
Overview
1
1
Certification
17
17
years of professional experience
Work History
LPN Charge Nurse
Fairview Health Services
Philadelphia, Pennsylvania
03.2024 - 04.2026
- Managed nursing staff to maintain high standards of patient care and adherence to established protocols.
- Administered medications and treatments according to established guidelines and physician orders.
- Assessed patients' health conditions and monitored changes in their condition.
- Educated patients and families on health management and post-discharge care to enhance understanding and adherence.
- Collaborated with multidisciplinary teams to improve patient outcomes and streamline health services delivery.
- Addressed emergencies to ensure patient safety and care.
- Observed and reported changes in condition of patients and signs and symptoms of deviations from normal health status.
- Ensured all safety protocols were followed during patient care.
- Documented adverse patient reactions to medications and reported findings to supervisors.
- Evaluated patient responses to treatments and interventions and documented progress notes accordingly.
- Identified potential problems or risks that could affect patient outcomes.
- Communicated effectively with patients, families, colleagues, and other healthcare professionals.
- Educated patients on conditions, medications and self-care skills.
- Promoted positive relationships between patients, families, visitors, physicians, nurses, volunteers.
- Assisted in developing care plans tailored to individual patient needs and conditions.
- Assisted in developing infection control policies to promote a safe care environment.
LPN Charge Nurse
Samba Nursing Agency
Philadelphia, Pennsylvania
09.2018 - 03.2024
- Supervised nursing staff to ensure quality patient care and adherence to protocols.
- Administered medications and treatments according to established guidelines and physician orders.
- Assisted in developing care plans tailored to individual patient needs and conditions.
- Educated patients and families on health management and post-discharge care instructions.
- Maintained accurate medical records in compliance with regulatory standards and policies.
- Administered medications in accordance with policies and legal limitations.
- Managed emergency situations with immediate action.
- Assessed patients' health conditions and monitored changes in their condition.
- Observed and reported changes in condition of patients and signs and symptoms of deviations from normal health status.
- Provided patient care plans, treatments, and medications according to physicians' orders.
- Documented adverse patient reactions to medications and reported findings to supervisors.
- Evaluated patient responses to treatments and interventions and documented progress notes accordingly.
- Identified potential problems or risks that could affect patient outcomes.
- Communicated effectively with patients, families, colleagues, and other healthcare professionals.
- Monitored medication administration for accuracy, compliance, and effectiveness of treatment plan.
- Carried out physician orders accurately while adhering to hospital policies and procedures.
- Facilitated collaboration between physicians and nursing staff for effective procedure execution.
- Coordinated shift schedules and assigned duties to LPNs and CNAs based on qualifications.
- Charted changes in patient conditions and discussed concerns with supervising healthcare provider.
- Coordinated discharge planning activities including arranging follow-up appointments for discharged patients.
LPN, Private Duty
Golden Health Services
Philadelphia, Pennsylvania
09.2009 - 10.2018
- Administered medications, treatments, and therapies as prescribed by a physician or nurse practitioner.
- Delivered medications and treatments according to healthcare provider prescriptions.
- Monitored patient vital signs and reported changes to medical staff.
- Assisted patients with daily living activities, ensuring comfort and dignity.
- Collaborated with multidisciplinary teams to develop personalized care plans.
- Educated patients and families on health management and care procedures.
- Coordinated schedules for patient visits, optimizing caregiver availability and efficiency.
- Trained new staff on proper patient care techniques and protocols.
- Provided emotional support to family members during difficult times.
- Participated in interdisciplinary team meetings to discuss the plan of care for each patient.
- Adhered to infection control policies and procedures designed to prevent cross contamination.
- Assessed patient condition by taking vital signs and performing physical examinations.
- Maintained optimal ventilator settings and operations to meet patient care needs.
- Gathered entire medical histories and information to update medical records.
- Modeled ADL protocols to assist patients and family members for continuity of care for patients.
- Assessed signs and symptoms indicating physiologic and psychosocial changes in patient's condition.
- Provided instruction on use of durable medical equipment such as oxygen tanks and nebulizers for improved quality of life at home.
- Performed direct patient care such as bathing, dressing changes, catheterization management, tube feedings.
- Performed wound care, monitored catheters and recorded food and fluid intake.
- Facilitated medication management and monitored for side effects or allergic reactions.
- Reported patient assessment findings and physical and psychosocial responses to nursing intervention for progress towards care goals.
- Worked as part of healthcare team to assess patient needs, plan and modify care and implement interventions.
- Answered patient calls, identified issues, and determined how best to provide assistance within parameters established by facility and supervisor.
- Directed implementation of improved patient care and documentation methods and procedures to achieve quality objectives.
Education
GED -
Winn
08-1980
LPN
KC MO BD of Education
St Marys Hospital08-1980
Skills
- Patient evaluation and monitoring
- Medication administration
- Care plan development
- Emergency protocols
- Patient education
- Multidisciplinary collaboration
- Compliance and documentation accuracy
- HIPAA compliance
- Effective communication skills
- Compassionate patient care
- Licensed practical nursing expertise
- Vital signs assessment and documentation
- Infection control
- Emergency response
- Critical thinking
Certification
- LPN State Pa & Mulistate Mo
Timeline
LPN Charge Nurse
Fairview Health Services
03.2024 - 04.2026
LPN Charge Nurse
Samba Nursing Agency
09.2018 - 03.2024
LPN, Private Duty
Golden Health Services
09.2009 - 10.2018
GED -
Winn
LPN
KC MO BD of Education