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Sandy Ellender

Bourg,LA

Summary

Compassionate LPN recognized for productivity and efficiency in task completion. Skilled in patient assessment, wound care, and medication administration, ensuring high standards of care. Excels in communication, teamwork, and adaptability, vital for navigating fast-paced healthcare environments and fostering positive patient outcomes.

Overview

13
13
years of professional experience

Work History

LPN

Chateau Terrebonne Health Care
Houma, LA
09.2020 - 03.2022
  • Assisted physicians with patient care by taking vital signs, administering injections and performing other nursing duties.
  • Performed routine laboratory tests including urinalysis, blood glucose monitoring and others.
  • 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.
  • Provided emotional support during difficult times such as end-of-life decisions or family disputes over treatment options.

LPN

The Suites of Sugarmill Point
Houma, LA
05.2020 - 07.2020
  • Provided direct physical and emotional support to patients and their families.
  • Performed routine laboratory tests including urinalysis, blood glucose monitoring and others.
  • Ensured that all medications were administered accurately and on time as prescribed by the physician.
  • Observed patients for any changes in their condition or behavior, reported findings to the supervisor or physician in charge.

LPN

Bayou Pediatric Associates
Houma, LA
05.2011 - 03.2017
  • Assisted physicians with patient care by taking vital signs, administering injections and performing other nursing duties.
  • Performed routine laboratory tests including urinalysis, blood glucose monitoring and others.
  • Instructed patients and their families about disease prevention, proper nutrition, medication management and other health related topics.
  • Monitored patient progress during treatments or procedures, reporting any abnormalities to the healthcare team immediately.

CNA

Iberia Medical Center
New Iberia, LA
03.2009 - 12.2010
  • Provided assistance with activities of daily living, including bathing, dressing and grooming.
  • Assisted patients in ambulation and transfers using proper body mechanics.
  • Performed vital sign assessments, such as taking blood pressure and temperature.
  • Reported changes in patient conditions to registered nurse or physician.
  • Monitored food intake and output as directed by nursing staff.

Education

Associate of Science - Nursing

Louisiana Technical College- Evangeline Campus
Saint Martinville, LA
12-2010

CNA - Nursing

Louisiana Technical College- Teche Area Campus
New Iberia, LA
12-2008

High School Diploma -

West St. Mary High School
Baldwin, LA
05-2004

Skills

  • End of life care
  • Pediatric nursing
  • Pulse oximetry tracking
  • Samples collection
  • Diabetes management
  • Vital signs monitoring
  • Documentation accuracy
  • Patient triaging
  • Documenting incidents
  • Maintaining nutrition
  • Caring for wounds
  • Educating families

Timeline

LPN

Chateau Terrebonne Health Care
09.2020 - 03.2022

LPN

The Suites of Sugarmill Point
05.2020 - 07.2020

LPN

Bayou Pediatric Associates
05.2011 - 03.2017

CNA

Iberia Medical Center
03.2009 - 12.2010

Associate of Science - Nursing

Louisiana Technical College- Evangeline Campus

CNA - Nursing

Louisiana Technical College- Teche Area Campus

High School Diploma -

West St. Mary High School

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