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Sara Owen

Summary

Passionate, seasoned, skilled Licensed Vocational Nurse offering 20+ years of experience in multiple fields. Ability to build strong relationships with patients and families while providing compassionate care. Offers strong task prioritization and organizational skills. Willingness to take on added responsibilities to meet team goals.

Overview

20
20
years of professional experience

Work History

Home Health LVN

Beyond Faith Homecare And Rehab
09.2018 - 06.2021
  • Improved patient satisfaction by providing compassionate and personalized care.
  • Enhanced patient recovery process through effective communication and collaboration with interdisciplinary healthcare teams.
  • Reduced hospital readmissions by closely monitoring patients'' progress and adjusting care plans as needed.
  • Increased patient safety by diligently administering medications, wound care, and other treatments per physician orders.
  • Contributed to improved quality of life for patients with chronic conditions through skilled symptom management and education on self-care practices.
  • Empowered patients to take control of their own health by teaching them about medications, nutrition, and exercise regimens tailored to their specific conditions.
  • Provided physical assessments, medication, and chronic disease management to home health patients.
  • Worked with multidisciplinary team to carry out successful treatment plans for diverse acute and chronic conditions.
  • Took samples to complete diagnostic and routine assessment tests.
  • Cared for wounds, provided treatments, and assisted with procedures.
  • Documented accurate and complete patient information to address patient problems and expected outcomes.
  • Obtained patient vital signs and input/output measurements from inpatients.
  • Performed routine evaluations of each patient's status, needs, and preferences.
  • Administered controlled narcotics, inserted IVs, and performed catheterizations.
  • Monitored, tracked, and conveyed important patient information to healthcare staff to help optimize treatment planning and care delivery.
  • Used aseptic techniques to provide sterilized wound care and dressing applications.
  • Collaborated with interdisciplinary team of healthcare and social service providers to address patients' needs through effective intervention and care planning.
  • Gathered lab specimens, ordered testing, and interpreted results to diagnose patients.
  • Educated patients and caregivers on medical diagnoses, treatment options, chronic disease self-management and wound management.
  • Comforted and counseled patients and families throughout care process.
  • Evaluated patients to identify and address wounds, behavioral concerns, and medically relevant symptoms.
  • Answered incoming phone calls from patients to provide basic assistance and triage medical concerns.
  • Minimized staff and patient infection risk by cleaning and disinfecting equipment instruments.
  • Administered medications and injections to patients.
  • Monitored patient health conditions to report changes to assigned physician.
  • Assessed patients' temperature, pulse, and blood pressure and recorded in electronic medical records.
  • Delivered emotional support to patients and families during challenging times.
  • Reviewed patient history to verify conditions and current medications.
  • Provided patient education on health care issues and prescribed medications.
  • Evaluated patient histories, complaints, and current symptoms.
  • Coordinated patient transfers to other facilities.

LVN Charge Nurse

Garden Terrace Nursing Home
02.2016 - 09.2018
  • Increased patient satisfaction scores by actively listening to patients'' needs, providing compassionate care, and addressing concerns promptly.
  • Managed patient caseloads effectively by prioritizing needs, delegating tasks appropriately, and collaborating with healthcare professionals.
  • Promoted continuity of care by maintaining comprehensive medical records and updating physicians on significant changes in patients'' conditions.
  • Collaborated with interdisciplinary teams to develop individualized care plans that addressed patients'' physical, emotional, and psychological needs.
  • Facilitated smooth transitions between shifts through efficient handoff reports that highlighted critical information for incoming nurses.
  • Championed infection control practices within the unit by strictly adhering to guidelines and educating staff on proper procedures.
  • Bolstered patient safety through consistent implementation of fall prevention measures such as bed alarms, hourly rounding, and mobility assistance.
  • Cultivated strong working relationships with physicians by maintaining open communication, providing timely updates on patients'' status, and actively participating in care coordination efforts.
  • Responded to patient requests with appropriate clinical and personal assistance.
  • Worked with multidisciplinary team to carry out successful treatment plans for diverse acute and chronic conditions.
  • Documented patient vitals, behaviors and conditions to communicate concerns to supervising nurse.
  • Took samples to complete diagnostic and routine assessment tests.
  • Protected patients and healthcare team members from infection by sterilizing equipment and reusable supplies.
  • Oversaw patient conditions, administered medicine, performed interventions and took detailed records.
  • Delivered direct quality care to patients by evaluating medical conditions and managing and assessing treatments.
  • Established cordial relationships with medical personnel and staff to promote teamwork and maintain positive attitude.
  • Assisted in coordinating transfers, discharges and admissions to establish smooth transition of patients.
  • Assembled and used equipment such as catheters, tracheotomy tubes, or oxygen suppliers to effectively manage patient care.
  • Analyzed patient assessments and laboratory data to bring any issues to attention of physicians.
  • Collaborated with interdisciplinary teams to establish proper patient care and provide education to patients and family members.
  • Promoted patient independence by teaching self-care skills and explaining conditions and medications.
  • Administered medications and injections to patients.
  • Monitored patient health conditions to report changes to assigned physician.
  • Delivered emotional support to patients and families during challenging times.
  • Reviewed patient history to verify conditions and current medications.
  • Provided patient education on health care issues and prescribed medications.
  • Evaluated patient histories, complaints, and current symptoms.
  • Helped long-term care residents with bathing, dressing, feeding, and other daily living activities.
  • Coordinated patient transfers to other facilities.
  • Supported diagnoses by taking blood samples from patients for laboratory testing.
  • Circulated assigned floor to measure and record patients' fluid and food levels, implementing measures to promote healthy intake and output as necessary.

LVN

Outreach Health Services
08.2008 - 02.2016
  • Enhanced patient care by providing compassionate and individualized attention, leading to improved health outcomes.
  • Educated patients and their families on disease management, medication administration, and at-home care techniques, empowering them to take control of their health.
  • Collaborated with interdisciplinary healthcare teams to develop comprehensive care plans tailored to patients'' needs.
  • Assisted in the development of staff training programs to ensure a skilled nursing team capable of delivering excellent patient care.
  • Contributed to infection control measures by adhering to strict hygiene protocols and educating staff on best practices.
  • Facilitated efficient patient admissions, transfers, and discharges while maintaining clear communication with all parties involved.
  • Maintained thorough knowledge of emergency procedures, effectively responding to urgent situations when required.
  • Participated in quality improvement initiatives aimed at enhancing overall patient experience within the facility.
  • Demonstrated strong clinical judgment by assessing symptoms quickly and prioritizing appropriate interventions accordingly.
  • Managed time efficiently during busy shifts by multitasking effectively without compromising quality of care.
  • Promoted a positive work environment among nursing staff through collaboration, open communication, and support.
  • Provided emotional support to patients and their families during difficult times, fostering trust and rapport with those under my care.
  • Continuously pursued professional development opportunities to stay current on best practices in the nursing field, ensuring optimal patient outcomes.
  • Documented accurate and complete patient information to address patient problems and expected outcomes.
  • Performed routine evaluations of each patient's status, needs, and preferences.
  • Managed patient care through closely monitoring respiration, blood pressure, and blood glucose levels.
  • Collaborated with interdisciplinary team of healthcare and social service providers to address patients' needs through effective intervention and care planning.
  • Cared for wounds, provided treatments, and assisted with procedures.
  • Assisted with admissions, appointments, transfers, and discharges.
  • Monitored, tracked, and conveyed important patient information to healthcare staff to help optimize treatment planning and care delivery.
  • Used aseptic techniques to provide sterilized wound care and dressing applications.
  • Delivered updates in patient status to charge nurse, recording changes in medical records.
  • Offered immediate assistance in emergency and routine paging situations to evaluate needs and deliver care.
  • Comforted and counseled patients and families throughout care process.
  • Responded to patient requests with appropriate clinical and personal assistance.
  • Worked with multidisciplinary team to carry out successful treatment plans for diverse acute and chronic conditions.
  • Monitored patient health conditions to report changes to assigned physician.
  • Provided patient education on health care issues and prescribed medications.
  • Evaluated patient histories, complaints, and current symptoms.
  • Helped long-term care residents with bathing, dressing, feeding, and other daily living activities.
  • Clearly and thoroughly explained diagnoses, treatment options and procedures to patients and loved ones, checking in to verify understanding.
  • Helped patients complete bathing, dressing and eating.

LVN Floor Nurse

Hamilton Hospital
10.2001 - 08.2008
  • Enhanced patient care by implementing individualized nursing plans and effectively collaborating with interdisciplinary team members.
  • Reduced medication errors through meticulous attention to detail when administering treatments and medications.
  • Maintained accurate documentation of patients'' conditions, progress, and care interventions for informed decision-making among healthcare professionals.
  • Assisted in the development of comprehensive discharge plans, resulting in a smoother transition to home or facility-based care.
  • Provided emotional support to patients and their families, fostering trust and open communication during difficult times.
  • Improved patient satisfaction scores by consistently delivering compassionate, high-quality care tailored to individual needs.
  • Safeguarded patient privacy and confidentiality by strictly adhering to HIPAA regulations and organizational policies.
  • Contributed to a safe working environment by following infection control protocols and accurately reporting incidents or concerns.
  • Participated in ongoing professional development opportunities to stay current on best practices in nursing care and maintain licensure requirements.
  • Demonstrated strong clinical judgment when assessing patients, prioritizing needs, and initiating appropriate interventions.
  • Streamlined workflow processes by efficiently managing time-sensitive tasks such as wound dressings, vital sign monitoring, and medication administration.
  • Collaborated with physicians to develop customized treatment plans based on thorough assessments of patients'' medical histories, symptoms, and diagnoses.
  • Educated patients on self-care strategies for managing chronic conditions, empowering them to take an active role in their health management.
  • Served as a mentor for new nursing staff members by providing guidance on best practices, hospital procedures, and effective teamwork strategies.
  • Promoted continuity of care through seamless handovers during shift changes by updating colleagues on pertinent patient information and status updates.
  • Supported patients during diagnostic procedures, ensuring their comfort and clearly explaining each step of the process.
  • Acted as a liaison between patients, families, and healthcare providers to facilitate open communication and ensure all parties were informed of critical care decisions.
  • Managed medication cart and dispensed pills, oral therapies and intramuscular injections to patients on medsurg floor, OB and ER departments.
  • Administered basic patient care and treatments by dressing wounds, treating bedsores, giving enemas and performing catheterizations.
  • Administered medication such as insulin and monitored patients' responses to detect problems.
  • Maintained accurate records of residents' healthcare treatments and responses.
  • Collected and documented vital signs to maintain current records of patients' conditions.
  • Communicated effectively with patients and family members to convey important instructions and discuss treatments.
  • Worked under registered nurses to care for patients and manage basic care.
  • Coped effectively with mental and emotional challenges of positions by remaining centered on patients' needs and delivering quality care.
  • Examined and treated patients' injuries and pressure wounds to promote healing.
  • Established compassionate environment by providing psychological, emotional and spiritual support to patients and families.
  • Modified patient health treatment plans by observing patient conditions and responses.
  • Supported patients in completing activities of daily living such as dressing, grooming and shower assistance.
  • Helped patients feel comfortable by adjusting positions and engaging in casual conversation.
  • Measured and recorded patients' vital signs every hour.
  • Reported health status concerns to senior nursing staff and clinicians for review.
  • Delivered treatments and direct nursing care according to physicians' orders.
  • Collaborated with healthcare team members to assess, implement and evaluate nursing care plans.
  • Cared for wounds, provided treatments, and assisted with procedures.
  • Assisted with admissions, appointments, transfers, and discharges.
  • Managed patient care through closely monitoring respiration, blood pressure, and blood glucose levels.
  • Administered controlled narcotics, inserted IVs, and performed catheterizations.
  • Used aseptic techniques to provide sterilized wound care and dressing applications.
  • Collaborated with interdisciplinary team of healthcare and social service providers to address patients' needs through effective intervention and care planning.
  • Delivered updates in patient status to charge nurse, recording changes in medical records.
  • Offered immediate assistance in emergency and routine paging situations to evaluate needs and deliver care.
  • Gathered lab specimens, ordered testing, and interpreted results to diagnose patients.
  • Worked with multidisciplinary team to carry out successful treatment plans for diverse acute and chronic conditions.
  • Provided patient education on health care issues and prescribed medications.

LVN Charge Nurse

Seven Oaks Nursing Home
08.2001 - 04.2002
  • Managed patient caseloads effectively by prioritizing needs, delegating tasks appropriately, and collaborating with healthcare professionals.
  • Promoted continuity of care by maintaining comprehensive medical records and updating physicians on significant changes in patients'' conditions.
  • Collaborated with interdisciplinary teams to develop individualized care plans that addressed patients'' physical, emotional, and psychological needs.
  • Facilitated smooth transitions between shifts through efficient handoff reports that highlighted critical information for incoming nurses.
  • Championed infection control practices within the unit by strictly adhering to guidelines and educating staff on proper procedures.
  • Improved resource utilization by proactively identifying supply shortages or equipment issues and resolving them promptly or escalating as needed.
  • Bolstered patient safety through consistent implementation of fall prevention measures such as bed alarms, hourly rounding, and mobility assistance.
  • Cultivated strong working relationships with physicians by maintaining open communication, providing timely updates on patients'' status, and actively participating in care coordination efforts.
  • Promoted a culture of teamwork and collaboration among nursing staff by encouraging the sharing of best practices, learning from one another''s experiences, and supporting each other in challenging situations.
  • Responded to patient requests with appropriate clinical and personal assistance.
  • Worked with multidisciplinary team to carry out successful treatment plans for diverse acute and chronic conditions.
  • Documented patient vitals, behaviors and conditions to communicate concerns to supervising nurse.
  • Took samples to complete diagnostic and routine assessment tests.
  • Protected patients and healthcare team members from infection by sterilizing equipment and reusable supplies.
  • Oversaw patient conditions, administered medicine, performed interventions and took detailed records.
  • Delivered direct quality care to patients by evaluating medical conditions and managing and assessing treatments.
  • Established cordial relationships with medical personnel and staff to promote teamwork and maintain positive attitude.
  • Assisted in coordinating transfers, discharges and admissions to establish smooth transition of patients.
  • Assembled and used equipment such as catheters, tracheotomy tubes, or oxygen suppliers to effectively manage patient care.
  • Maintained and promoted autonomy and rights of patients to provide protection and enforce dignity and respect.
  • Administered medications and injections to patients.
  • Delivered emotional support to patients and families during challenging times.
  • Reviewed patient history to verify conditions and current medications.
  • Provided patient education on health care issues and prescribed medications.
  • Evaluated patient histories, complaints, and current symptoms.
  • Helped long-term care residents with bathing, dressing, feeding, and other daily living activities.
  • Clearly and thoroughly explained diagnoses, treatment options and procedures to patients and loved ones, checking in to verify understanding.
  • Provided diagnosis information, treatment possibilities, disease management tips and wound care advice to patients, loved ones and caregivers.
  • Coordinated patient transfers to other facilities.
  • Circulated assigned floor to measure and record patients' fluid and food levels, implementing measures to promote healthy intake and output as necessary.

Education

Nursing

Ranger College
Ranger, TX
08.2001

Skills

  • Patient/Family Education
  • Cardiac Care
  • Wound Care
  • Clinical Documentation
  • Tracheostomy Care
  • Vital Signs Monitoring
  • Diabetes Management
  • Geriatric Care
  • Catheter Care
  • Post-Surgical Care
  • Adaptability
  • Organizational skills
  • Attention to detail
  • Critical thinking
  • Gastrointestinal care
  • Patient assessment
  • Home safety evaluation
  • Confidentiality
  • Active listening
  • Respiratory care
  • Orthopedic care
  • Pain management
  • Medication administration
  • Decision making
  • Self-motivation
  • Neurological care
  • Infection control
  • Conflict resolution
  • Team collaboration
  • Behavioral health care
  • Professionalism
  • Problem-solving
  • Time management
  • Ethical practice
  • Accountability
  • Reliability
  • Emergency Response
  • Family Communication
  • Compassionate Care
  • Patient Triaging
  • Clinical Judgment
  • Patient Care
  • HIPAA Compliance
  • Preventive Care
  • Documentation Accuracy
  • Chronic Disease Management
  • Medical Records Management
  • Transcribing Orders
  • Home Health Care
  • Behavioral Assessment
  • Patient Relationship Building
  • Breathing Treatments
  • Specimen Collection

Me

I am a family oriented person. I am married to Chad of 26 years, we have two handsome boys - Lucas 17 y/o Jr in high school and Logan 15 y/o Fr in high school. My husband is the head pastor at our church and we are the youth leaders to 30 teenagers!

References

References available upon request.

Timeline

Home Health LVN

Beyond Faith Homecare And Rehab
09.2018 - 06.2021

LVN Charge Nurse

Garden Terrace Nursing Home
02.2016 - 09.2018

LVN

Outreach Health Services
08.2008 - 02.2016

LVN Floor Nurse

Hamilton Hospital
10.2001 - 08.2008

LVN Charge Nurse

Seven Oaks Nursing Home
08.2001 - 04.2002

Nursing

Ranger College

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