Shawnna Thomas
Painesville,OH
Summary
Adept LPN and Health and Wellness Coordinator with a proven track record at Ohman Briar Hill, enhancing patient care through vital signs monitoring and compassionate care. Streamlined office procedures, significantly improving efficiency. Skilled in medical documentation and geriatric nursing, I excel in fast-paced environments, ensuring high standards of care and compliance with nursing ethics.
Overview
13
13
years of professional experience
Work History
LPN
Ohman Briar Hill
03.2024 - 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.
- Performed wound care treatments using sterile techniques, promoting healing and preventing complications.
- Assisted with admissions, appointments, transfers, and discharges.
- Obtained patient vital signs and input/output measurements from inpatients.
- Administered controlled narcotics, inserted IVs, and performed catheterizations.
- Adhered to treatment plan instructions when administering medications and treatments to patients.
- Cared for wounds, provided treatments, and assisted with procedures.
Health and Wellness Coordinator
Brookdale Mentor
02.2021 - 03.2024
- Entered data, generated reports, and produced tracking documents.
- Improved team productivity with regular communication and progress updates, fostering a collaborative work environment.
- Enhanced operational workflows by maintaining well-organized documentation systems and updating records accurately as needed.
- Gathered and organized materials to support operations.
- Enhanced customer satisfaction by responding promptly to inquiries and addressing concerns professionally.
- Collaborated with department heads to develop strategic plans aligning with overall company objectives, fostering a unified approach toward shared goals.
Office Nurse Manager
Center For Hope And Healing
02.2012 - 02.2021
- Completed paperwork and prior authorizations and scheduled appointments for patients.
- Educated patients on self-care techniques, empowering them to manage their own health effectively.
- Streamlined office procedures for increased efficiency, resulting in shorter wait times for patients.
- Provided compassionate care during sensitive situations, fostering trust between patients and healthcare providers.
- Prepared and administered vaccines and medications, collected specimens and performed other patient care tasks to assist physician with examinations and procedures.
- Implemented infection control protocols within the office setting, maintaining a safe environment for both staff and patients.
- Led team meetings to discuss ongoing quality improvement initiatives within the practice setting.
- Participated in continuing education opportunities related to nursing best practices.
Education
Associate of Arts - LPN
Auburn Career Center
Painesville, OH12.2010
High School Diploma -
Kirtland High School
Kirtland, OH06.1992
Skills
- Vital signs monitoring
- Medical Documentation
- Geriatric Nursing
- Catheter Care
- Compassionate Care
- Diabetes management
- End of life care
- Nursing Ethics
Timeline
LPN
Ohman Briar Hill
03.2024 - Current
Health and Wellness Coordinator
Brookdale Mentor
02.2021 - 03.2024
Office Nurse Manager
Center For Hope And Healing
02.2012 - 02.2021
Associate of Arts - LPN
Auburn Career Center
High School Diploma -
Kirtland High School
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