Ruthann Dailey
Middletown,NY
Summary
Excellent experience in the health care field including long term care, rehabilitation and private care nursing. Providing patient care and leadership skills. Keen observation, communication and intervention skills. Very caring and people oriented. Adapt easily to change in environment and work schedule. History of providing professionalism, advanced expertise, compassion and reliability.
Overview
16
16
years of professional experience
Work History
Licensed Practical Nurse
Sheila Heidenreich
Bullville, NY
02.2024 - 09.2024
- Administered medications and treatments as directed by physicians to enhance patient safety and overall comfort.
- Facilitated vital sign monitoring, ensuring accurate documentation of changes and timely communication of concerns to family.
- Cultivated patient and family involvement in health management strategies to support recovery outcomes.
- Collaborated with healthcare provider to develop individualized care plans tailored to patient needs.
- Supported daily living activities, enhancing patient mobility and independence through compassionate care approaches.
- Assisted with feeding and monitored intake to help patients achieve nutritional objectives.
- Delivered wound care and managed dressings, preventing infections and promoting healing.
LPN/Home Health Aide
Sharon Esposito
Middletown, NY
04.2021 - 10.2023
- Managed patient care through closely monitoring respiration, blood pressure, and blood glucose levels.
- Improved patient satisfaction with empathetic communication and timely response to needs.
- Administered medications according to prescribed schedules and guidelines.
- Provided emotional support and companionship to enhance clients' well-being.
- Maintained a clean and safe home environment for patients, reducing falls and accidents.
- Assisted client with daily living activities, ensuring comfort and safety.
Receptionist
Regional Shotcrete
Fair Oaks NY
02.2018 - 02.2021
- Managed front desk operations, ensuring efficient communication between clients and staff.
- Coordinated appointment scheduling, optimizing office workflow and client satisfaction.
- Kept reception area clean and neat to give visitors a positive first impression.
- Resolved customer problems and complaints.
- Responded to inquiries from callers seeking information.
- Demonstrated strong multitasking abilities while managing numerous tasks simultaneously under tight deadlines.
- Optimized resource allocation by managing inventory of office supplies and reordering as necessary.
Licensed Practical Nurse
Campbell Hall Rehabilitation Center
Campbell Hall, NY
03.2009 - 04.2012
- Delivered medications and treatments based on physician's instructions.
- Assisted in monitoring vital signs, documenting changes, and reporting concerns to nursing staff promptly..
- Maintained accurate patient records using electronic health record systems for improved data accessibility.
- Implemented infection control protocols to uphold a safe environment for patients and staff members.
- Cared for wounds, provided treatments, and assisted with procedures.
- Collaborated with interdisciplinary healthcare teams to ensure continuous quality improvement in patient care delivery.
- Facilitated efficient communication between patients, families, and healthcare providers to promote continuity of care across settings.
- Evaluated patients to identify and address wounds, behavioral concerns, and medically relevant symptoms.
- Collaborated with healthcare team members to develop individualized care plans tailored to patient needs.
Education
Licensed Practical Nurse - Practical Nursing
Orange Ulster Boces
Middletown, NY11-2006
Skills
- Medication administration
- Direct patient care
- Vital signs monitoring
- Wound care
- Infection control
- Documentation accuracy
- Transcribing orders
- Specimen collection
- Immunization administration
- HIPAA compliance
- Geriatric care
Timeline
Licensed Practical Nurse
Sheila Heidenreich
02.2024 - 09.2024
LPN/Home Health Aide
Sharon Esposito
04.2021 - 10.2023
Receptionist
Regional Shotcrete
02.2018 - 02.2021
Licensed Practical Nurse
Campbell Hall Rehabilitation Center
03.2009 - 04.2012
Licensed Practical Nurse - Practical Nursing
Orange Ulster Boces