Shannon Cook
Indianapolis,IN
Summary
Cares for all patients with exceptional clinical, interpersonal and time management abilities. Licensed in Indiana. Diligent about helping people of all backgrounds with diverse healthcare needs. Top skills in communication,triage and wound care.
Overview
25
25
years of professional experience
Work History
LPN Triage
Community Hospital, East Reach clinic
Indianapolis, IN
08.2019 - Current
- Provided direct physical and emotional support to patients and their families.
- Instructed patients and their families about disease prevention, proper nutrition, medication management and other health related topics.
- Coordinated with interdisciplinary team members such as doctors, nurses and social workers to ensure quality patient care was provided.
- Participated in educational programs to keep up-to-date on new developments in nursing practice.
- Monitored patient progress during treatments or procedures, reporting any abnormalities to the healthcare team immediately.
- Provided emotional support during difficult times such as end-of-life decisions or family disputes over treatment options.
- Performed wound care including changing dressings, cleaning wounds, applying ointments and medications and providing other necessary treatments.
- Evaluated effectiveness of interventions implemented based on patient responses or feedback from family members.
- Developed individualized plans of care for each patient based on assessment data collected.
- Educated staff members regarding infection control protocols or best practices when caring for a particular type of illness or injury.
- Collaborated with multidisciplinary teams to develop long term goals for patients who require ongoing treatment.
- Observed, charted and reported developments in patient health.
- Looked for physical, emotional and symptomatic changes in patient condition and obtained necessary care for medical concerns.
- Coordinated with doctors and registered nurses to develop care plans for patients.
- Answered patient and family questions to educate on optimal treatment procedures.
- Interviewed patients to obtain medical history.
- Promoted culture of safety for patients and employees through proper identification, reporting documentation and prevention.
- Worked as part of healthcare team to assess patient needs, plan and modify care and implement interventions.
- Charted changes in patient conditions and discussed concerns with supervising healthcare provider.
- Answered patient calls, identified issues and determined how best to provide assistance within parameters established by facility and supervisor.
LPN Triage
Advanced Healthcare Associates
Indianapolis , IN
10.2004 - 07.2019
- Performed routine laboratory tests including urinalysis, blood glucose monitoring and others.
- Maintained accurate medical records of each patient's health condition.
- Observed patients for any changes in their condition or behaviour, reported findings to the supervisor or physician in charge.
- Performed wound care including changing dressings, cleaning wounds, applying ointments and medications and providing other necessary treatments.
- Looked for physical, emotional and symptomatic changes in patient condition and obtained necessary care for medical concerns.
- Answered patient and family questions to educate on optimal treatment procedures.
- Administered prescribed medications or started intravenous fluids, noting times and amounts on patient charts.
- Applied interventions to progress patients toward wellness and address maintenance of wellness.
- Collected biological specimens and packaged for laboratory transport to complete diagnostic tests.
- Sterilized medical equipment and supplies with germicides, sterilizers and autoclaves.
- Administered medications and therapies in accordance with physicians orders.
LPN
Winnona Hospital
Indianapolis, IN
03.1999 - 09.2004
- 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.
- Observed patients for any changes in their condition or behavior, reported findings to the supervisor or physician in charge.
- Provided emotional support during difficult times such as end-of-life decisions or family disputes over treatment options.
- Performed wound care including changing dressings, cleaning wounds, applying ointments and medications and providing other necessary treatments.
Education
Associate of Science - Practical Nursing
Ivy Tech Community College of Indiana
Indianapolis, IN08-1998
Skills
- Nursing Ethics
- Compassionate Care
- Health Promotion
- Diabetes management
- Patient Intake
- Health Education
- Family Communication
- Clinical Documentation
- Patient Care
Accomplishments
2022 Nursing Excellence aware Nominee for patient focused care.
Timeline
LPN Triage
Community Hospital, East Reach clinic
08.2019 - Current
LPN Triage
Advanced Healthcare Associates
10.2004 - 07.2019
LPN
Winnona Hospital
03.1999 - 09.2004
Associate of Science - Practical Nursing
Ivy Tech Community College of Indiana
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