Samantha Wessel
West Bend,WI
Summary
Recent graduate with foundational knowledge as an LPN and hands-on experience gained through previous work history as a CNA and LPN. Demonstrates strong teamwork, problem-solving, and time-management skills. Prepared to start career as an RN and make meaningful contributions with commitment and drive.
Overview
8
8
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
LPN
Aurora At Home
08.2023 - Current
- Utilized time management skills to prioritize tasks effectively, allowing for efficient completion of daily responsibilities.
- Performed wound care treatments using sterile techniques, promoting healing and preventing complications.
- Documented accurate and complete patient information to address patient problems and expected outcomes.
- Provided emotional support to patients and families during difficult times, fostering positive relationships built on trust and compassion.
- Collaborated with interdisciplinary team of healthcare and social service providers to address patients' needs through effective intervention and care planning.
- Reduced hospital readmission rates by educating families on proper home care and follow-up procedures.
LPN
Cedarburg Health Services
05.2022 - Current
- Act as a patient advocate
- Assess patients status and notify physicians of clinical changes
- Provide direct quality care to patients including daily monitoring, recording, and evaluating medical conditions of up to 20 patients per day
- Vitals and medication administration
- Tube feedings, IV lines, wound care
- Monitor fluid intake and output
- Followed infection control procedures
- Pharmacological and non pharmacological management of treatments of various disorders
- Documented information in patient charts and communicated status updates to interdisciplinary care team
- Responded to patient alarms and needs-assessment requests to identify course of treatment
- Collaborated with interdisciplinary healthcare teams to provide high-quality patient care.
CNA
Samaritan Health Center
08.2018 - 12.2021
- Assisted patients with daily living activities, promoting independence and dignity.
- Promoted good oral and personal hygiene by aiding patients with shaving, bathing, and teeth brushing.
- Enhanced patient satisfaction by providing compassionate and attentive care.
- Maintained confidentiality of patient information according to HIPAA guidelines while communicating effectively with team members about critical updates.
- Answered call lights and supported patient comfort and safety by adjusting bed rails and equipment.
- Utilized proper body mechanics and assistance devices when transferring patients, minimizing the risk of injury for both parties.
Finishing Lead Department
Rostad Aluminum
12.2017 - 07.2019
- We cut, sanded, milled and drilled the aluminum parts that came out of the foundry and got ready for shipping
- Prepared and inspected the finished parts for shipping
- Boxed and shipped out finished parts
- Maintained and counted inventory for the month
- Set up jobs and helped with production each day
- Trained crew members how to perform high-quality work with safety and efficiency in mind
- Collected and organized materials required for each project
Caregiver
Bridges of Wisconsin
07.2016 - 12.2017
- Delegated work to team members and checked for completion in compliance with company guidelines and customer needs
- Diagnosed faults and developed correction plans
- Provided basic care for mentally challenged patient, including scheduling appointments and managing finances and legal matters
- Helped clients handle all personal needs, from simple cleaning and daily exercise to bathing and personal grooming
- Completed general housekeeping work to help clients, including preparing healthy meals and keeping personal areas neat
- Coordinated and administered medications and organized healthcare appointments to maintain optimal client health
- Planned and prepared nutritious meals and snacks to meet client dietary requirements
- Ambulated patients in personal spaces, across facilities and in public locations with supportive care and attention to personal requirements
- Transported clients to locations such as medical appointments and group meetings to maintain social connections and meet medical needs
- Worked to improve patient outlook and daily living through compassionate care
- Monitored vital signs and medication use, documenting variances and concerning responses
- Took and recorded patient temperature, pulse, respiration and blood pressure to monitor health statistics
- Engaged client in physical and mental activities to sustain quality of life
Education
Associate of Science - Nursing
Bryant And Stratton College
12-2024
Associate of Science - Nursing
Bryant And Stratton
04.2022
Skills
- Quick problem solver
- Team leadership
- Compassionate
- Hardworking
- Detail orientated
- Multitasker
- Organizational Strengths
- Positive Attitude
- Empathetic
Certification
- Wisconsin LPN license
- CNA license
- BLS CPR certified
- IV Certified
Timeline
LPN
Aurora At Home
08.2023 - Current
LPN
Cedarburg Health Services
05.2022 - Current
CNA
Samaritan Health Center
08.2018 - 12.2021
Finishing Lead Department
Rostad Aluminum
12.2017 - 07.2019
Caregiver
Bridges of Wisconsin
07.2016 - 12.2017
- Wisconsin LPN license
- CNA license
- BLS CPR certified
- IV Certified
Associate of Science - Nursing
Bryant And Stratton College
Associate of Science - Nursing
Bryant And Stratton
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