Ruth Thomas

Summary

Dedicated LPN with extensive experience at Kearsley Rehabilitation & Nursing Center, skilled in medication administration and patient assessment. Proven ability to develop individualized care plans and effectively communicate with patients and families. Committed to delivering empathetic care while ensuring optimal patient outcomes through meticulous wound care and education.

Overview

years of professional experience

Work History

LPN

Kearsley Rehabilitation & Nursing Center

Philadelphia

01.2021 - 09.2023

Administered prescribed medications and started intravenous fluids to address patient symptoms and underlying etiologies.
Addressed patient care needs, collected vitals, dressed wounds, and managed catheters.
Collaborated with healthcare team to develop individualized care plans for patients.

LPN

Shannondell At Valley Forge

Audubon

01.2017 - 12.2020

Facilitated communication between patients, family members, and healthcare professionals.
Collaborated with healthcare team to develop individualized care plans for patients.
Charted changes in patient conditions and discussed concerns with supervising healthcare provider.

LPN

ACTS Retirement-Life Community

Gwynedd

01.2011 - 12.2016

Performed wound care including changing dressings, cleaning wounds, applying ointments and medications and providing other necessary treatments.
Maintained accurate medical records of each patient's health condition.
Instructed patients and their families about disease prevention, proper nutrition, medication management and other health related topics.

LPN

Centennial Village

Philadelphia

12.2007 - 11.2010

Conducted daily rounds visiting assigned patients ensuring they are comfortable and have all necessary supplies available.
Performed wound care including changing dressings, cleaning wounds, applying ointments and medications and providing other necessary treatments.
Administered medications orally, intravenously or intramuscularly depending on the prescription given by the doctor.

Education

Licensed Practical Certificate -

1199 LPN Technical School

Philadelphia, PA

03-2003

Skills

Medication administration
Intravenous therapy
Wound care
Patient assessment
Care plan development

Patient education
Effective communication
Time management
Empathy in care

Timeline

LPN