Shelia Kelley
Samson,AL
Summary
Licensed Practical Nurse with extensive experience at Mizell Memorial Hospital, excelling in medication administration and wound care. Proven ability to enhance patient outcomes through effective communication and clinical documentation. Committed to compassionate care and infection control, ensuring patient safety and satisfaction in diverse healthcare settings.
Overview
2027
2027
years of professional experience
Work History
Licensed Practical Nurse
Mizell Memorial Hospital
Opp, AL
2020 - Current
- Administered medications and monitored patient responses under physician orders.
- Recorded vital signs, intake, output, and patient assessments accurately.
- Documented care activities in electronic medical records and charts.
- Collaborated with registered nurses and providers on care plans.
- Responded promptly to patient needs and reported condition changes.
- Cared for wounds, provided treatments, and assisted with procedures.
- Documented accurate and complete patient information to address patient problems and expected outcomes.
Licensed Practical Nurse
Southern Comfort Care
Andalusia, IL
06.2018 - 08.2020
- Provided wound care, dressing changes, and infection control support.
- Supported safe, efficient unit workflow through organized nursing tasks.
- Improved patient outcomes by administering medications, monitoring vital signs, and documenting relevant information.
- Facilitated efficient communication between patients, families, and healthcare providers to promote continuity of care across settings.
- Adapted quickly to changing patient needs, adjusting care plans accordingly to ensure optimal outcomes in diverse clinical scenarios.
- Delivered updates in patient status to charge nurse, recording changes in medical records.
Licensed Practical Nurse
Home Helpers
Dothan, AL
06.2016 - 04.2018
- Collaborated with interdisciplinary healthcare teams to ensure continuous quality improvement in patient care delivery.
- Performed routine evaluations of each patient's status, needs, and preferences.
- Provided compassionate palliative care for terminally ill patients while supporting their emotional needs during end-of-life stages.
- Collaborated with interdisciplinary team of healthcare and social service providers to address patients' needs through effective intervention and care planning.
- Educated patients and families on health promotion, disease prevention, and self-care management strategies.
- Monitored, tracked, and conveyed important patient information to healthcare staff to help optimize treatment planning and care delivery.
- Ensured regulatory compliance by adhering to infection control protocols and maintaining accurate documentation of patient data.
- Educated patients and caregivers on medical diagnoses, treatment options, chronic disease self-management and wound management.
Licensed Practical Nurse
Geneva County Health Dept
11.2010 - 04.2018
- Demonstrated excellent technical skills in wound dressing changes, IV therapy administration, catheter insertion, and other routine nursing procedures.
- Comforted and counseled patients and families throughout care process.
- Evaluated patients to identify and address wounds, behavioral concerns, and medically relevant symptoms.
- Used aseptic techniques to provide sterilized wound care and dressing applications.
- Administered medications to ensure adherence to treatment plans, improving health outcomes.
- Implemented infection control protocols, significantly reducing incidence of hospital-acquired infections.
- Advocated for patients' needs and preferences with healthcare providers, fostering patient-centered care.
- Maintained meticulous records of patient care, treatments, and progress, ensuring continuity of care.
Licensed Practical Nurse
Wiregrass Nursing and Rehabilitation Home
Geneva, AL
03.2005 - 11.2010
- Administered medications and monitored patient responses under physician orders.
- Recorded vital signs, intake, output, and patient assessments accurately.
- Assisted with admissions, transfers, and discharge preparation for patients.
- Documented care activities in electronic medical records and charts.
- Provided wound care, dressing changes, and infection control support.
- Collaborated with registered nurses and providers on care plans.
- Responded promptly to patient needs and reported condition changes.
- Demonstrated excellent technical skills in wound dressing changes, IV therapy administration, catheter insertion, and other routine nursing procedures.
- Comforted and counseled patients and families throughout care process.
- Assisted with feeding and monitored intake to help patients achieve nutritional objectives.
Education
Lpn
McArthur State Technical College
Opp, AL11-1992
Skills
Medication administration
Direct patient care
Vital signs monitoring
HIPAA compliance
Wound care
Clinical documentation
Geriatric care
Diabetes management
Infection control
Catheter care
Timeline
Licensed Practical Nurse
Southern Comfort Care
06.2018 - 08.2020
Licensed Practical Nurse
Home Helpers
06.2016 - 04.2018
Licensed Practical Nurse
Geneva County Health Dept
11.2010 - 04.2018
Licensed Practical Nurse
Wiregrass Nursing and Rehabilitation Home
03.2005 - 11.2010
Licensed Practical Nurse
Mizell Memorial Hospital
2020 - Current
Lpn
McArthur State Technical College