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Sheila Smith

Waterloo,IA

Summary

LPN Charge Nurse with extensive experience at GrapeTree Medical Staffing in patient assessment and emergency response. Proficient in medication administration and infection control, with a strong track record of leading teams to achieve high-quality patient care. Focused on improving patient outcomes through strategic care planning and effective supervision of nursing staff.

Overview

6
6
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification

Work History

LPN Charge Nurse

GrapeTree Medical Staffing
Waterloo, IA
11.2021 - Current
  • Ensured compliance with safety protocols and infection control measures.
  • Administered medications in accordance with policies and legal limitations.
  • Assessed patients' health conditions and monitored changes in their condition.
  • Responded promptly to emergency situations as needed.
  • Provided patient care plans, treatments, and medications according to physicians' orders.

LPN

Care Initiatives
Waterloo, Iowa
07.2019 - 06.2021
  • Supervised nursing staff while coordinating daily patient care activities.
  • Administered medications according to policies and monitored patient responses.
  • Conducted thorough patient assessments and documented vital signs accurately.
  • Ensured compliance with safety protocols and infection control measures.
  • Provided guidance to nursing staff during routine activities for optimal care delivery.
  • Maintained accurate medical records, updating them regularly for effective patient management.

Education

Bachelor of Science - Business Administration

Kaplan University
Davenport, IA
06-2006

Practical Nursing

Hawkeye Community College
Waterloo, IA
09-1992

Skills

  • Patient assessment
  • Medication administration
  • Infection control
  • Emergency response
  • Care planning
  • Team supervision

Certification

LPN license

BLS

References

References available upon request.

Timeline

LPN Charge Nurse

GrapeTree Medical Staffing
11.2021 - Current

LPN

Care Initiatives
07.2019 - 06.2021

Bachelor of Science - Business Administration

Kaplan University

Practical Nursing

Hawkeye Community College