Shawn Hale
LPN
XENIA,Ohio
Summary
Accomplished LPN with a proven track record at Harmony Health Center, enhancing patient care through effective wound care management and compassionate support. Skilled in medical documentation and patient assessments, I significantly reduced healing times and medication errors. Demonstrated leadership by mentoring junior staff, optimizing clinic flow and patient satisfaction. Well-qualified medical professional with experience triaging patients, capturing information and completing basic procedures such as wound care. Excellent communication, prioritization and multitasking abilities with sound judgment and compassionate nature. Background in clinic and Long Term Care Dependable healthcare team member with sound judgment, excellent clinical abilities and smooth bedside manner. Track and chart vitals and other markers to help patients, support team treatment goals and boost outcomes. Exceptional approach in direct patient support.
Overview
17
17
years of professional experience
Work History
LPN
Harmony Health Center
05.2021 - Current
- Utilized time management skills to prioritize tasks effectively, allowing for efficient completion of daily responsibilities.
- Maintained accurate documentation of all relevant clinical data, ensuring compliance with regulatory standards.
- Implemented infection control measures, ensuring a clean and safe environment for patients and staff.
- Managed patient care through closely monitoring respiration, blood pressure, and blood glucose levels.
- Delegated tasks effectively, optimizing staff productivity and maintaining a well-organized nursing unit.
- Assembled and used equipment such as catheters, tracheotomy tubes, or oxygen suppliers to effectively manage patient care.
- Utilized critical thinking skills to make sound clinical decisions in high-pressure situations, minimizing risks and ensuring patient safety.
- Analyzed patient assessments and laboratory data to bring any issues to attention of physicians.
- Provided compassionate end-of-life care, supporting patients and their families through difficult times.
- Served as charge nurse, caring for patients with serious illnesses.
- Promoted continuity of care by thoroughly documenting shift-to-shift communication in nursing reports.
- Managed complex wound care cases, applying advanced knowledge of wound healing principles to achieve optimal results.
- Developed strong relationships with patients'' families, keeping them informed of progress reports and collaborating on decisions regarding their loved ones'' healthcare plans.
- Managed daily staff assignments and patient scheduling to guarantee clinic coverage and flow.
LPN Team Lead
Beaver Creek Health and Rehabilitation
06.2020 - 05.2021
- Contributed to cost-saving initiatives within the department without compromising the quality of nursing services provided.
- Implemented best practices in wound care management, reducing healing time for patients with chronic wounds.
- Increased staff knowledge by organizing relevant training sessions and providing mentorship to junior team members.
- Assisted management in developing policies and procedures that improved the quality of care provided to patients.
- Enhanced team communication by conducting regular meetings and providing clear instructions for each shift.
LPN Team Lead
Ben Atchley Veterans Home
04.2017 - 04.2020
- Increased staff knowledge by organizing relevant training sessions and providing mentorship to junior team members.
- Assisted management in developing policies and procedures that improved the quality of care provided to patients.
- Reduced medication errors by implementing stringent protocols for medication administration and documentation.
- Evaluated staff performance regularly, providing constructive feedback to improve skills and address areas of concern.
- Served as an advocate for patients and their families, ensuring their needs were met throughout their healthcare journey.
- Assessed patients' temperature, pulse, and blood pressure and recorded in electronic medical records.
- Delegated tasks effectively, optimizing staff productivity and maintaining a well-organized nursing unit.
- Assembled and used equipment such as catheters, tracheotomy tubes, or oxygen suppliers to effectively manage patient care.
- Utilized critical thinking skills to make sound clinical decisions in high-pressure situations, minimizing risks and ensuring patient safety.
- Analyzed patient assessments and laboratory data to bring any issues to attention of physicians.
- Served as charge nurse, caring for patients with serious illnesses.
- Promoted continuity of care by thoroughly documenting shift-to-shift communication in nursing reports.
LPN Office Nurse
Cherokee Health Systems
01.2008 - 05.2017
- Developed strong rapport with patients and their families, fostering trust and open communication during sensitive medical situations.
- Improved patient experience by providing compassionate and attentive nursing services in a busy office setting.
- Assisted in maintaining a clean and organized office environment by performing housekeeping tasks such as disposing of biohazardous waste, sanitizing exam rooms, and restocking supplies as needed.
- Supported new employees during orientation periods by serving as a knowledgeable resource on office policies, procedures, documentation requirements.
- Assisted with minor surgical procedures, ensuring proper sterilization techniques and adherence to safety protocols.
- Coordinated referrals to specialists when necessary, ensuring seamless transitions of care for patients within the healthcare system.
- Promoted patient safety and comfort during office visits by attentively monitoring their condition and promptly addressing any concerns or discomforts expressed.
- Managed inventory of medical supplies within the office, ensuring adequate stock levels while minimizing waste through effective organization strategies.
- Demonstrated adaptability by efficiently managing unexpected changes in schedules or staffing situations without compromising patient care quality or timeliness of services rendered.
- Provided health education to patients on various topics such as medication management, disease prevention, and self-care strategies.
- Conducted thorough assessments of vital signs, lab results, and physical status to identify potential concerns and inform appropriate interventions.
- Streamlined appointment scheduling processes, resulting in reduced wait times and increased patient satisfaction.
- Collaborated with interdisciplinary team members to develop individualized care plans for each patient based on their specific needs.
- Prepared patients for diagnostic testing procedures by explaining the process, providing reassurance, and answering any questions they may have.
- Enhanced patient care by effectively administering medications and treatments as prescribed by physicians.
- Implemented infection control measures throughout the office environment to maintain a safe atmosphere for both staff members and patients alike.
- Completed paperwork and prior authorizations and scheduled appointments for patients.
- Educated patients and families on disease processes, medications and treatments.
- Prepared and administered vaccines and medications, collected specimens and performed other patient care tasks to assist physician with examinations and procedures.
- Tracked, reviewed and monitored diagnostic test results and assisted in management of patient care between visits.
- Reinforced health education, counseling and advice to patients and families and assessed patient educational needs, prioritized patient learning needs, identified barriers to learning and used educational tools to encourage non-adherent patients.
- Sterilized instruments and equipment and stocked unexpired supplies and medications to prepare patient care areas.
- Assessed patients' temperature, pulse, and blood pressure and recorded in electronic medical records.
- Administered medications and injections to patients.
- Evaluated patient histories, complaints, and current symptoms.
- Reviewed patient history to verify conditions and current medications.
- Took samples to complete diagnostic and routine assessment tests.
Education
Diploma - Practical Nursing
Tennessee College of Applied Technology- Knoxville
Knoxville, TN08.2007
GED -
Warren County Career Center
Lebanon, OH02.1996
Skills
- Geriatric Nursing
- Catheter Care
- Compassionate Care
- Nursing Ethics
- Disease Prevention
- Hospice Care
- Medication Administration
- Wound Care
- HIPAA Compliance
- Clinical Documentation
- Medication Dispensing
- Immunization Administration
- Family Communication
- Clinical judgment
- Breathing Treatments
- EMR / EHR
- Pediatric Care
- Critical Thinking
- Adaptable and Flexible
- Specimen Collection
- Responsible and Dependable
- Interdisciplinary Team Collaboration
- Geriatric Care
- Staff Supervision
Work Preference
Work Type
Full TimePart TimeLocation Preference
RemoteOn-SiteHybridTimeline
LPN
Harmony Health Center
05.2021 - Current
LPN Team Lead
Beaver Creek Health and Rehabilitation
06.2020 - 05.2021
LPN Team Lead
Ben Atchley Veterans Home
04.2017 - 04.2020
LPN Office Nurse
Cherokee Health Systems
01.2008 - 05.2017
Diploma - Practical Nursing
Tennessee College of Applied Technology- Knoxville
GED -
Warren County Career Center
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