Shelly Hoots
Fletcher
Summary
Loving, loyal and dedicated LPN with over 13 years of experience. Dedicated and compassionate Licensed Practical Nurse with extensive experience in sample collection, blood draw, IV insertion and infection control. Maintains composure and makes accurate decisions in fast-paced, unpredictable and stressful environments. History of interfacing seamlessly with doctors, specialized support services, patients and visiting families.
Skilled professional with solid background working in environments supervising RNs to deliver exceptional patient care and nursing support. Highly observant, detail-oriented and dedicated to high-quality, cost-effective healthcare. Certified.
Conscientious Nurse offering many years of experience providing comprehensive care in settings. Works effectively within healthcare teams to develop care plans and advocate for patients. Adheres diligently to patient privacy protocols and medical charting best practices.
Dedicated and compassionate Licensed Practical Nurse with extensive experience in sample collection, blood draw, IV insertion and infection control. Maintains composure and makes accurate decisions in fast-paced, unpredictable and stressful environments. History of interfacing seamlessly with doctors, specialized support services, patients and visiting families.
Overview
25
25
years of professional experience
Work History
LPN
Managed care for Richard Byers
Fletcher
02.2016 - 03.2025
- Managed all appointments and care plan
- Managed all the ordering and dispensing of medication
- Managed and administered breathing treatments
- Managed wound care
- Managed foley/peri care
- Cleaned and removed sutures
- Assisted with bathing and daily activities
- Mangled feet and hand care
- Monitored all vitals
- Evaluated patient care procedural changes for effectiveness and made necessary adjustments.
- Provided emotional support during difficult times such as end-of-life decisions or family disputes over treatment options.
- Prepared patients for examinations, tests or treatments and explained procedures.
LPN
Innovative Home Health
Lawton
03.2013 - 06.2013
- Directed implementation of improved patient care and documentation methods and procedures to achieve quality objectives.
- Evaluated effectiveness of interventions implemented based on patient responses or feedback from family members.
- Performed routine laboratory tests including urinalysis, blood glucose monitoring and others.
- Assed and documented patient conditions in compliance organized polices, serving up to 20 patients a day
- Implemented and monitored patient specific care plans,reducing read mission rates
- Acted as an advocate for patient care
- Delivered patient and family education on diese management
- Vitals
- Wound care
- Extra care to infants and elderly
- Communicated with patients with compassion while keeping medical information private.
- Maintained accurate medical records of each patient's health condition.
- Administered prescribed medications and started intravenous fluids to address patient symptoms and underlying etiologies.
- Collected blood, urine or sputum from patients to perform routine laboratory tests.
- Answered patient calls, identified issues and determined how best to provide assistance within parameters established by facility and supervisor.
LPN
Carter Home Health care
Fletcher
10.2009 - 02.2010
- Directed implementation of improved patient care and documentation methods and procedures to achieve quality objectives.
- Evaluated effectiveness of interventions implemented based on patient responses or feedback from family members.
- Performed routine laboratory tests including urinalysis, blood glucose monitoring and others.
LPN
Great Plain gynecology & obstetrics/postpartum and
Fletcher Lawton
04.2006 - 05.2008
- Directed implementation of improved patient care and documentation methods and procedures to achieve quality objectives.
- Evaluated effectiveness of interventions implemented based on patient responses or feedback from family members.
- Performed routine laboratory tests including urinalysis, blood glucose monitoring and others.
- Communicated with patients with compassion while keeping medical information private.
- Counseled clients, patients and families and provided emotional and psychosocial support.
- Maintained accurate medical records of each patient's health condition.
- Evaluated patient care procedural changes for effectiveness and made necessary adjustments.
- Administered prescribed medications and started intravenous fluids to address patient symptoms and underlying etiologies.
- Collected blood, urine or sputum from patients to perform routine laboratory tests.
- Answered patient calls, identified issues and determined how best to provide assistance within parameters established by facility and supervisor.
- Delivered high-quality direct and indirect nursing care to patients.
- Charted changes in patient conditions and discussed concerns with supervising healthcare provider.
- Documented patient medical histories, current symptoms and vitals.
- Provided emotional support during difficult times such as end-of-life decisions or family disputes over treatment options.
- Educated clients, patients and caregivers on medical diagnoses, treatment options, chronic disease self-management and wound management.
- Prepared patients for examinations, tests or treatments and explained procedures.
- Prepared equipment for use during treatments such as setting up IV lines or placing catheters correctly according to hospital policies.
- Answered patients' calls to determine how to assist.
- Worked with social workers, physical therapists and speech therapists to assess patient needs, plan and adjust plans of care and actualize nursing interventions to promote and restore patient health.
- Interviewed patients to obtain medical history.
- Provided direct physical and emotional support to patients and their families.
- Assessed patient needs through interviews and physical examinations while adhering to safety standards.
- Applied interventions to progress patients toward wellness and address maintenance of wellness.
- Collected biological samples from patients and performed routine lab tests to support diagnosis.
Military Police
US Air Force Base
Panama City
10.1999 - 01.2003
- Conducted interviews and interrogations of suspects and witnesses as part of criminal investigations.
- Completed regular patrols of assigned areas within operations areas.
- Attended court hearings related to cases under investigation or arrest made by MP personnel.
- Enforced drug and alcohol policies, conducting searches and tests as authorized.
- Administered first aid and emergency medical treatment to injured persons until medical personnel arrived.
- Managed law enforcement, criminal investigations, safety protocols and civil disturbances.
- Responded to emergency calls involving accidents or other incidents requiring medical attention.
- Arrested individuals suspected of criminal activities, following proper legal procedures.
- Maintained safe and secure environments for court proceedings.
- Rendered assistance to accident victims and other persons requiring first aid for physical injuries or medical crises.
- Enforced military laws and regulations, including the Uniform Code of Military Justice (UCMJ).
- Patrolled specific areas on foot and on motorized conveyance to respond promptly to calls for assistance.
- Conducted investigations of criminal activities, wrote reports, collected evidence, interviewed witnesses and suspects, and made arrests when necessary.
- Drafted incident reports detailing criminal activity, civil proceedings and varied incidents.
- Testified in court at criminal hearings and trials as to scenes observed, evidence collected and previous incidents.
Education
Phlebotomy Degree - Phlebotomist
Great Plains Votech
Lawton, Ok03-2022
LPN - Nursing
Great Plains Votech
Lawton, Ok03-2006
CNA -
Great Plains Voetch
Lawton, OK08-2003
CMA - Computer Science
Stockton Votech
Stockton, CA10-1998
Some College (No Degree) - Pre Nursing
Cameron University
Lawton, OKPre Nursing -
Kansas State University
Manhattan, KsSkills
- Medication administration
- Wound care
- Vital signs monitoring
- Patient assessment
- Medical terminology
- Clinical documentation
- Team leadership
- Infection control
- Computer skllls
- Electronic health records
- Patient advocacy
- Care plan management
- Emotional support
- Team collaboration
- Quality improvement
- Time management
References part 2
- Mark Culp 580-736-2930
- Joanne Dunn 509-591-1276
- Anna Digby 580-591-1602
References
References available upon request.
Timeline
LPN
Managed care for Richard Byers
02.2016 - 03.2025
LPN
Innovative Home Health
03.2013 - 06.2013
LPN
Carter Home Health care
10.2009 - 02.2010
LPN
Great Plain gynecology & obstetrics/postpartum and
04.2006 - 05.2008
Military Police
US Air Force Base
10.1999 - 01.2003
Phlebotomy Degree - Phlebotomist
Great Plains Votech
LPN - Nursing
Great Plains Votech
CNA -
Great Plains Voetch
CMA - Computer Science
Stockton Votech
Some College (No Degree) - Pre Nursing
Cameron University
Pre Nursing -
Kansas State University