Sabrina Talley
Kansas City,MO
Summary
Patient-oriented nursing professional with 18 years of hands-on experience in delivering quality direct and indirect patient care to individuals in various healthcare settings. Skillfully completes tasks and fosters relationships with patients, caregivers and coworkers to drive patient care goals and advance nursing philosophies.
Overview
17
17
years of professional experience
Work History
LPN Private Contracting Nurse
Shiftkey- MO LPN
Kansas City, MO
08.2022 - Current
- Maintained accurate medical records of each patient's health condition.
- Ensured that all medications were administered accurately and on time as prescribed by the physician.
- Observed patients for any changes in their condition or behaviour, reported findings to the supervisor or physician in charge.
- Performed wound care including changing dressings, cleaning wounds, applying ointments and medications and providing other necessary treatments.
Private Duty Nurse
Maxim Healthcare
, KS
12.2022 - Current
- Assisted patients with activities of daily living and functional mobility to increase comfort and quality of life
- Obtained, recorded and reported patient vital signs for medication administration.
- Observed patient vital signs and medication reactions and reported health concerns or behavioral changes.
Agency Nurse
Favorite Healthcare Agency
Overland Park, KS
08.2020 - Current
- Agency nurse working in several facilities per diem and through contracts
- I worked in a clinic, helped give covid vaccines, worked in a correctional setting and through nursing facilities
- Prepared patient rooms for visits by cleaning, sanitizing equipment and stocking supplies
- Cared for clinic patients by administering medications and treatments for various conditions
- Disposed of laboratory materials and samples using well established guidelines and instructions
- Gathered biological samples for laboratory tests.
Private Duty Licensed Practical Nurse
Brightstar Healthcare
Overland Park, KS
07.2022 - 12.2022
- Charted changes in patient conditions and discussed concerns with supervising healthcare provider
- Assisted with client personal care needs to foster independence and well-being
- Assisted patients with activities of daily living and functional mobility to increase comfort and quality of life
- Administered medications and therapies in accordance with physicians orders
- Communicated effectively with patients and loved ones to explain diagnoses, treatment options and procedures.
LPN Charge Nurse
Evergreen Community of Johnson County
Olathe
11.2021 - 04.2022
- Conducted daily rounds to assess patient condition and distribute medications.
- Documented and collected vital signs to track patient conditions.
- Evaluated patient care needs to prioritize treatment and maintain patient flow.
- Implemented new floor assignments based on evaluation of staffing requirements.
- Recorded patient medical history, vital statistics and test results in medical records.
- Took patients' blood pressure, temperature and pulse and documented height and weight.
- Directed medication administration and oversaw patient care.
LPN Charge Nurse
Delmar Gardens of Overland Park
, KS
06.2019 - 08.2020
- Answered patient and family questions to educate on optimal treatment procedures
- Looked for physical, emotional and symptomatic changes in patient condition and obtained necessary care for medical concerns
- Followed rehabilitation and treatment care plans to accelerate patient recovery, minimize pain and optimize patient outcomes
- Prevented drug interactions and contributed to correct diagnosis by recording patient health information, monitoring vitals and updating patient files
- Collected biological specimens and packaged for laboratory transport to complete diagnostic tests
- Coordinated with doctors and registered nurses to develop care plans for patients
- Interviewed patients to obtain medical history
- Administered prescribed medications or started intravenous fluids, noting times and amounts on patient charts.
Private Duty Licensed Practical Nurse
Brightstar Healthcare
, KS
12.2018 - 06.2019
- Charted changes in patient conditions and discussed concerns with supervising healthcare provider
- Assisted with client personal care needs to foster independence and well-being
- Supported patients with activities of daily living and functional mobility to improve comfort and quality of life and reduce pain.
LPN, Private Duty, Home Health and Hospice Nursing
Phoenix Home Care & Hospice
, MO
01.2018 - 07.2018
- Collected and documented vital signs to track current patient conditions
- Communicated concerns regarding patients' status, care and environment to nursing supervisors, clinical care supervisors and case managers
- Looked for physical, emotional and symptomatic changes in patient condition and obtained necessary care for medical concerns
- Assisted clients with bathing, dressing and incontinence care
- Improved patient outlook and daily living through compassionate care
- Assisted terminally ill patients with bathing, grooming and dressing
- Supported effective care for managed home care patients by observing health status and monitoring conditions.
Correctional Licensed Vocational, Correct Care Solutions
, KS
03.2007 - 07.2012
- Performed nursing tasks to deliver high level of care and comply with procedures and regulations
- Cared for prisoners suffering from contagious illnesses or conditions, including influenza, lice and gastrointestinal bugs.
Education
Practical Nursing -
Northeast Kansas Area Technical School
05.1999
Skills
- Medical records management
- Medication administration
- Physical assessment
- Patient Care Plans
- Intravenous fluid administration
- Supervisory experience
- Wound care
- Home health
- Hospice
- Correctional nursing experience
- Clinic experience
Timeline
Private Duty Nurse
Maxim Healthcare
12.2022 - Current
LPN Private Contracting Nurse
Shiftkey- MO LPN
08.2022 - Current
Private Duty Licensed Practical Nurse
Brightstar Healthcare
07.2022 - 12.2022
LPN Charge Nurse
Evergreen Community of Johnson County
11.2021 - 04.2022
Agency Nurse
Favorite Healthcare Agency
08.2020 - Current
LPN Charge Nurse
Delmar Gardens of Overland Park
06.2019 - 08.2020
Private Duty Licensed Practical Nurse
Brightstar Healthcare
12.2018 - 06.2019
LPN, Private Duty, Home Health and Hospice Nursing
Phoenix Home Care & Hospice
01.2018 - 07.2018
Correctional Licensed Vocational, Correct Care Solutions
03.2007 - 07.2012
Practical Nursing -
Northeast Kansas Area Technical School