Proficient and caring nursing team member offering outstanding patient-facing experience. Adept at addressing patient needs with compassionate care and attention to detail. Diligent about maximizing satisfaction, safety and wellness while serving patients of all backgrounds.
Overview
17
17
years of professional experience
Work History
Licensed Practical Nurse
North Campus Rehabilitation & Health Center
Leesburg, FL
10.2014 - Current
Documented accurate and complete patient information to address patient problems and expected outcomes.
Administered controlled narcotics, inserted IVs and performed catheterizations.
Performed routine evaluations of each patient's status, needs and preferences.
Obtained patient vital signs and input/output measurements from inpatients.
Assisted with admissions, appointments, transfers and discharges.
Used aseptic techniques to provide sterilized wound care and dressing applications.
Comforted and counseled patients and families throughout care process.
Cared for wounds, provided treatments and assisted with procedures.
Delivered direct quality care to patients by evaluating medical conditions and managing and assessing treatments.
Analyzed patient assessments and laboratory data to bring any issues to attention of physicians.
Assembled and used equipment such as catheters, tracheotomy tubes or oxygen suppliers to effectively manage patient care.
Managed daily staff assignments and patient scheduling to guarantee clinic coverage and flow.
Reviewed patient history to verify conditions and current medications.
Evaluated patient histories, complaints and current symptoms.
LPN Unit Manager
North Campus Rehabilitation & Health Center
Leesburg, FL
06.2018 - 04.2022
Scheduled staff and delegated work assignments.
Helped to develop, improve and implement nursing policies and procedures.
Maintained medication room in full compliance with government and facility requirements.
Oversaw medication passes and all direct patient care.
Developed and updated policies and procedures, maintaining compliance with statutory, regulatory and local, state and federal guidelines relating to HIPAA, benefits administration and general liability.
Evaluated and improved team member performance through coaching and training.
Conducted routine facility inspections, identifying areas needing improvement and eliminating hazards posed to staff and residents for continued compliance with associated regulations.
Certified Nursing Assistant
North Campus Rehabilitation & Health Center
Leesburg, FL
02.2009 - 02.2014
Answered call lights and supported patient comfort and safety by adjusting bed rails and equipment.
Promoted good oral and personal hygiene by aiding patients with shaving, bathing and teeth brushing.
Checked patient vitals such as temperature, blood pressure and blood sugar levels.
Assisted with feeding and monitored intake to help patients achieve nutritional objectives.
Supported ambulation and physical therapy needs by conducting planned exercise routines.
Education
No Degree - Nursing
Keiser University
Orlando, FL
LPN - Nursing
Southeastern College
New Port Richey, FL
10.2014
CNA - Nursing
Lake Sumter State College
Leesburg, FL
02.2008
GED -
Ocoee High School
Ocoee, FL
01.2008
Skills
Work Planning and Coordination
Information Compiling and Auditing
Recording Vital Signs
Patient Positioning and Transporting
Nursing Intervention Evaluations
Nursing Staff Supervision
Wound Dressing
Tracheostomy Care
Catheter Monitoring
Medication Side Effect Knowledge
Sterile Procedures and Techniques
Patient Management
Gastrostomy Tube Care
Multi-Tasking and Prioritization
Timeline
LPN Unit Manager
North Campus Rehabilitation & Health Center
06.2018 - 04.2022
Licensed Practical Nurse
North Campus Rehabilitation & Health Center
10.2014 - Current
Certified Nursing Assistant
North Campus Rehabilitation & Health Center
02.2009 - 02.2014
No Degree - Nursing
Keiser University
LPN - Nursing
Southeastern College
CNA - Nursing
Lake Sumter State College
GED -
Ocoee High School
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