Dedicated RN with extensive experience as an LVN at California Health Care Facility, excelling in compassionate care and clinical judgment. Proven track record in wound care and medication administration, enhancing patient outcomes through individualized treatment plans. Strong advocate for patient privacy and effective communication, ensuring collaborative care in diverse settings.
Overview
13
13
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
LVN Floor Nurse
California Health Care Facility
09.2013 - Current
Participated in ongoing professional development opportunities to stay current on best practices in nursing care and maintain licensure requirements.
Contributed to a safe working environment by following infection control protocols and accurately reporting incidents or concerns.
Collaborated with physicians to develop customized treatment plans based on thorough assessments of patients'' medical histories, symptoms, and diagnoses.
Collected and documented vital signs to maintain current records of patients' conditions.
Examined and treated patients' injuries and pressure wounds to promote healing.
Delivered treatments and direct nursing care according to physicians' orders in correctional environment.
Coped effectively with mental and emotional challenges of positions by remaining centered on patients' needs and delivering quality care.
Streamlined workflow processes by efficiently managing time-sensitive tasks such as wound dressings, vital sign monitoring, and medication administration.
Applied evidence-based practice principles to deliver accurate and effective nursing interventions, enhancing patient outcomes.
LVN Floor Nurse
Windsor Elmhaven Nursing Home
08.2012 - 09.2013
Enhanced patient care by implementing individualized nursing plans and effectively collaborating with interdisciplinary team members.
Acted as a liaison between patients, families, and healthcare providers to facilitate open communication and ensure all parties were informed of critical care decisions.
Administered basic patient care and treatments by dressing wounds, treating bedsores, giving enemas and performing catheterizations.
Demonstrated strong clinical judgment when assessing patients, prioritizing needs, and initiating appropriate interventions.
Supported patients in completing activities of daily living such as dressing, grooming and shower assistance.
Safeguarded patient privacy and confidentiality by strictly adhering to HIPAA regulations and organizational policies.
Managed medication cart and dispensed pills, oral therapies and intramuscular injections to patients on subacute floor.
Administered medication such as insulin and monitored patients' responses to detect problems.
Administered controlled narcotics, inserted IVs, and performed catheterizations.
Gathered lab specimens, ordered testing, and interpreted results to diagnose patients.
Delivered updates in patient status to charge nurse, recording changes in medical records.