Samantha Shirley
Augusta
Summary
Dedicated LPN with a proven track record in supervising nursing staff and delivering compassionate patient care. Skilled in patient education and vital sign monitoring, committed to enhancing patient outcomes through effective communication.
Overview
9
9
years of professional experience
Work History
LPN
Good Shepherd Hospice
Wichita
07.2017 - Current
- Supervised nursing staff to ensure high-quality patient care delivery.
- Trained new team members on hospice care procedures and protocols.
- Facilitated communication between patients, families, and healthcare providers.
- Monitored patient conditions and reported changes to medical staff promptly.
- Monitored patient vital signs and reported changes to healthcare team.
- Administered medications and treatments according to physician orders.
- Assisted in patient personal care, ensuring comfort and dignity.
- Collaborated with interdisciplinary team to develop care plans.
- Educated patients and families on health management and care procedures.
- Maintained accurate patient records in compliance with regulations.
- Supported hospice staff in providing compassionate end-of-life care.
- Participated in training sessions to enhance nursing skills and knowledge.
- Observed changes in patient's condition and reported any significant changes to the registered nurse or physician.
- Administered medications and treatments according to established protocols.
- Performed physical assessments, including vital signs and health history documentation.
- Maintained a safe environment by following infection control policies and procedures.
- Communicated effectively with patients, family members, healthcare team members, and other stakeholders regarding patient care plans or concerns.
- Conducted regular rounds to assess the status of assigned patients.
- Educated patients on disease prevention and management strategies for their individual conditions.
- Administered prescribed medications or started intravenous fluids, noting times and amounts on patient charts.
- Collected and documented vital signs to track current patient conditions.
- Monitored patient's respiration activity, blood pressure and blood glucose levels in response to medical administration.
- Adhered to facility policies and procedures while providing quality nursing care.
- Managed emergency situations promptly according to established protocols.
- Coordinated with doctors and registered nurses to develop care plans for patients.
- Prevented drug interactions and contributed to correct diagnosis by recording patient health information, monitoring vitals and updating patient files.
Education
LPN - Nursing
Wichita Area Technical College
Wichita01-2016
Skills
- Administering medications
- Patient assessment
- Hospice care protocols
- Record keeping
- Vital signs monitoring
- Patient education
- Communication skills
- Emergency response
- Time management
- Team leadership
- Compassionate caregiving
- Infection control compliance
- Catheter care
- Multi-tasking and prioritization
- End-of-life care
- Diabetes management
- Tracking symptoms
- Pulse oximetry tracking
- Preventive care
- Wound care
- Patient assessments
- Staff direction and task delegation
- Pain management
- [Type] EMR software
- Educating families
Timeline
LPN
Good Shepherd Hospice
07.2017 - Current
LPN - Nursing
Wichita Area Technical College