Sharon Edwards
5043 5th Avenue North, St. Petersburg,FL
Summary
Dedicated and compassionate Licensed Practical Nurse with 20 years of working experience with Alzheimer dementia, short and long term patients as well as rehabilitation patients. Maintains composure and makes accurate decisions in fast-paced, unpredictable and stressful environments. History of interfacing seamlessly with doctors, specialized support services, patients and visiting families.
Overview
25
25
years of professional experience
Work History
Licensed Practical Nurse
Freedom Square of Seminole, 7800 Liberty Ln
Seminole, FL
05.2024 - Current
- Assessed patient complaints accurately and provided appropriate interventions.
- Observed changes in patient's condition and reported any significant changes to the registered nurse or physician.
- Managed emergency situations promptly according to established protocols.
- Conducted regular rounds to assess the status of assigned patients.
Licensed Practical Nurse
Springs at Boca Ciega Bay
1255 Pasadena Avenue South 33707 , FL
10.2022 - 05.2024
- Provided patient care in accordance with physicians' orders and nursing standards of practice.
- Communicated effectively with patients, family members, healthcare team members, and other stakeholders regarding patient care plans or concerns.
- Worked with social workers, physical therapists and speech therapists to assess patient needs, plan and adjust plans of care and actualize nursing interventions to promote and restore patient health.
- Maintained a safe environment by following infection control policies and procedures.
- Guaranteed exceptional care quality by correctly administering medication, inserting and caring for catheters, dressing and changing wounds and assisting with personal hygiene.
Licensed Practical Nurse
Aventura At The Bay
10300 4th Street North, Saint Petersburg, FL, 33716
04.2022 - 09.2022
- Managed patients' hygiene with comprehensive care for toileting, bathing and grooming needs.
- Promoted patient satisfaction by assisting with bathing, dressing and exercising.
- Charted changes in patient conditions and discussed concerns with supervising healthcare provider.
- Monitored patient's respiration activity, blood pressure and blood glucose levels in response to medical administration.
- Documented patient intake and dietary requirements and aided with feeding and monitoring.
Licensed Practical Nurse
Bon Secours Maria Manor
10300 4th Street North, Saint Petersburg, FL, 33716
09.1999 - 03.2022
- Followed rehabilitation and treatment care plans to accelerate patient recovery, minimize pain and optimize patient outcomes.
- Interviewed patients to obtain medical history.
- Coordinated with doctors and registered nurses to develop care plans for patients.
- Collected and documented vital signs to track current patient conditions.
- Communicated concerns regarding patients' status, care and environment to nursing supervisors, clinical care supervisors and case managers.
- Administered prescribed medication, using Five Right Rule( right patient, drug, dose, and route)/ Provide wound care
Education
Practical Nurse - Practical Nursing
Pinellas Technical Education Center
901 34th Street South, Saint Petersburg, FL 3371110.2000
Skills
- Licensed Practical Nurse - FL PN# 5153598
- CPR/AED/BLS Certification
- HIV/Hepatitis Certification
- Domestic Violence Awareness Certification
Timeline
Licensed Practical Nurse
Freedom Square of Seminole, 7800 Liberty Ln
05.2024 - Current
Licensed Practical Nurse
Springs at Boca Ciega Bay
10.2022 - 05.2024
Licensed Practical Nurse
Aventura At The Bay
04.2022 - 09.2022
Licensed Practical Nurse
Bon Secours Maria Manor
09.1999 - 03.2022
Practical Nurse - Practical Nursing
Pinellas Technical Education Center
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