Shawntae Heyward
New Haven,CT
Summary
Dynamic LPN Staff Nurse with a proven track record at The APT Foundation, excelling in patient care and safety through effective clinical judgment and quality improvement initiatives. Skilled in developing individualized care plans and fostering teamwork, enhancing patient outcomes while promoting independence and education. Committed to ethical practice and compassionate care.
Offering solid foundation in healthcare principles and genuine desire to excel in clinical setting. Brings ability to quickly learn and apply medical procedures and patient care techniques. Ready to use and develop problem-solving skills and patient care abilities in LPN role.
Overview
13
13
years of professional experience
Work History
LPN Charge Nurse
The APT FOUNDATION
09.2015 - Current
- Assessed patients' temperature, pulse, and blood pressure and recorded in electronic medical records.
- Delivered direct quality care to patients by evaluating medical conditions and managing and assessing treatments.
- Managed daily staff assignments and patient scheduling to guarantee clinic coverage and flow.
- Promoted patient independence by teaching self-care skills and explaining conditions and medications.
- Streamlined medication administration processes for improved accuracy, reducing medication errors and ensuring patient safety.
- Collaborated with interdisciplinary team members to optimize patient outcomes and deliver high-quality care.
LPN Charge Nurse
MEADOW MILLS
09.2023 - 06.2024
- Assessed patients' temperature, pulse, and blood pressure and recorded in electronic medical records.
- Delivered direct quality care to patients by evaluating medical conditions and managing and assessing treatments.
- Managed daily staff assignments and patient scheduling to guarantee clinic coverage and flow.
- Improved infection control measures by closely monitoring staff adherence to proper hand hygiene protocols.
- Implemented evidence-based nursing practices to improve patient health and maintain compliance with regulatory standards.
- Developed strong relationships with patients'' families, keeping them informed of progress reports and collaborating on decisions regarding their loved ones'' healthcare plans.
- Delegated tasks effectively, optimizing staff productivity and maintaining a well-organized nursing unit.
- Collaborated with interdisciplinary team members to optimize patient outcomes and deliver high-quality care.
- Utilized critical thinking skills to make sound clinical decisions in high-pressure situations, minimizing risks and ensuring patient safety.
- Enhanced patient care by conducting comprehensive assessments and developing individualized care plans.
- Maintained accurate medical records in accordance with established protocols, ensuring confidentiality of sensitive information at all times.
LPN
ARDEN HOUSE
05.2012 - 11.2017
- Utilized time management skills to prioritize tasks effectively, allowing for efficient completion of daily responsibilities.
- Cared for wounds, provided treatments, and assisted with procedures.
- Demonstrated adaptability in working with diverse patient populations across various healthcare settings.
- Improved patient outcomes by providing high-quality nursing care and closely monitoring vital signs.
- Collaborated with interdisciplinary team of healthcare and social service providers to address patients' needs through effective intervention and care planning.
- Provided compassionate end-of-life care, ensuring that patients were comfortable and families felt supported during the process.
- Comforted and counseled patients and families throughout care process.
- Educated patients and caregivers on medical diagnoses, treatment options, chronic disease self-management and wound management.
- Offered immediate assistance in emergency and routine paging situations to evaluate needs and deliver care.
- Supported physicians during examinations and scans to assist with diagnostic procedures.
- Administered medications and injections to patients.
- Reviewed patient history to verify conditions and current medications.
- Evaluated patient histories, complaints, and current symptoms.
Education
No Degree - NURSING
STONE ACADEMY
West Haven, CT02-2011
Skills
- Nursing documentation
- Clinical judgment
- Vital signs monitoring
- Ethical practice
- Mental health care
- Geriatric care
- Emergency care
- Care plan development
- Quality improvement
- Disease prevention
- Health promotion
- Teamwork
- CPR certification
Timeline
LPN Charge Nurse
MEADOW MILLS
09.2023 - 06.2024
LPN Charge Nurse
The APT FOUNDATION
09.2015 - Current
LPN
ARDEN HOUSE
05.2012 - 11.2017
No Degree - NURSING
STONE ACADEMY
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