Shelly Riddick
Parma,OH
Summary
Licensed Practical Nurse with experience in resident care, medication administration, and infection control in healthcare settings. Proficient in vital sign monitoring, EHR documentation, and timely communication with families and interdisciplinary teams.
Overview
1
1
Certification
14
14
years of professional experience
Work History
Licensed Practical Nurse
Jennings
Garfield Heights, Ohio
07.2014 - Current
- Administered medications and monitored residents for side effects.
- Administered medications using medication administration records and care plans.
- Provided patient care in accordance with physicians' orders and nursing standards of practice.
- Performed physical assessments, including vital signs and health history documentation.
- Observed changes in patient's condition and reported any significant changes to the nurse practitioner or physician.
- Assessed resident conditions and documented changes in electronic health records.
- Communicated resident needs to families and interdisciplinary teams.
- Supervised nursing staff during shift assignments in healthcare facility.
- Trained new nursing staff on facility procedures and resident care standards.
Licensed Practical Nurse
Intelycare
Quincy, Massachusetts
08.2021 - 07.2024
- Administered medications and monitored residents for side effects to ensure safety and effectiveness of treatments.
- Administered medications and treatments according to established protocols.
- Monitored vital signs, fluid intake and output levels, glucose levels, and other medical test results.
- Monitored patient's respiration activity, blood pressure, and blood glucose levels to assess response to medical administration and provide appropriate care.
- Observed and documented changes in patient's condition, promptly reporting significant changes to nurse practitioner or physician to facilitate timely interventions.
- Addressed patient care needs, dressed wounds, and managed catheters.
- Communicated effectively with patients, family members, healthcare team members, regarding patient care plans or concerns.
- Maintained a safe environment by following infection control policies and procedures.
Licensed Practical Nurse
Grande Pointe Healthcare Center
Richmond Heights, OH
06.2012 - 07.2014
- Administered medications using medication administration records and care plans.
- Coordinated patient care with physicians, therapists, and interdisciplinary care teams.
- Assessed resident conditions and documented changes in electronic health records.
- Evaluated patient responses to treatments and interventions and documented progress notes accordingly.
- Observed and reported changes in condition of patients and signs and symptoms of deviations from normal health status.
- Monitored infection control practices throughout long-term care unit.
- Responded to resident concerns and resolved nursing unit issues promptly.
- Supervised nursing staff during shift assignments in healthcare facility.
Education
Some College (No Degree) - Registered Nurse
Kent State University
Ashtabula10-2026
LPN to RN Bridge Course - General Studies
Lakeland Community College
Kirtland, OHSkills
- Medication administration
- Vital sign monitoring
- Patient observation
- Clinical judgment
- Wound care management
- Caring for wounds
- IV therapy
- Immunization administration
- IV therapy
- Infection control
- Electronic health records
- Care coordination
Certification
- Basic Life Support Instructor 2026
Basic Life Support Provider (BLS) 2025
Nurse Assistant Instructor 2020
Timeline
Licensed Practical Nurse
Intelycare
08.2021 - 07.2024
Licensed Practical Nurse
Jennings
07.2014 - Current
Licensed Practical Nurse
Grande Pointe Healthcare Center
06.2012 - 07.2014
Some College (No Degree) - Registered Nurse
Kent State University
LPN to RN Bridge Course - General Studies
Lakeland Community College