Shenequiess Lars
Haughton,LA
Summary
Organized and dependable candidate successful at managing multiple priorities with positive attitude. Willingness to take on added responsibilities to meet team goals. Attentive LPN passionate about offering expert support for emotional, physical and mental needs. Caring, vigilant and devoted to patients. Bringing top-notch multitasking, organizational and conflict management skills.
Overview
12
12
years of professional experience
Work History
Office Lpn
Amedisys Home Health
01.2022 - Current
- Enhanced office efficiency by organizing and streamlining filing systems.
- Reduced workload for management by taking on additional administrative tasks.
- Improved customer satisfaction by promptly addressing inquiries and resolving issues.
- Supported team members with accurate data entry, leading to better decision-making processes.
- Managed multiple phone lines professionally, directing calls efficiently to appropriate personnel.
- Facilitated communication between departments by acting as a liaison when necessary, improving overall collaboration within the organization.
- Handled confidential documents securely, maintaining privacy standards across the entire organization.
Agency LPN
Per Diem Staffing
02.2020 - Current
- Enhanced patient care by providing thorough assessments, vital sign monitoring, and administering medications as prescribed.
- Collaborated with interdisciplinary healthcare team to develop and update individualized care plans for optimal patient outcomes.
- Promoted patient safety by adhering to infection control protocols, maintaining a clean environment, and reporting any concerns promptly.
- Provided compassionate care to patients and their families, offering emotional support and education on treatment plans and self-care management.
- Assisted physicians with medical procedures, ensuring proper preparation of patients and equipment for accurate results.
- Demonstrated proficiency in wound care techniques, reducing infection rates and promoting faster healing times for patients.
- Administered vaccinations according to schedule, safeguarding public health through preventive measures.
- Recognized potential emergencies early through vigilant monitoring of patients'' conditions, initiating appropriate interventions as needed.
Licensed Practical Nurse, Home Health (LPN)
Stat Home Health
10.2017 - 11.2020
- Provides nursing and supportive care in accordance with Interdisciplinary Plan of Care
- Document all services provided and submit data using appropriate forms
- Report changes in patient condition and needs to RN
- Utilize a systematic, individualized goal/outcome driven approach in implementing the nursing plan of care
- Maintains contact with patients, physicians, clinical manager(s), and other members of the healthcare team in a timely manner regarding patient/family needs and status changes
- Participate in care coordination activities and discharge planning as appropriate.
- Cared for wounds, provided treatments, and assisted with procedures.
- Obtained patient vital signs and input/output measurements from inpatients.
- Managed patient care through closely monitoring respiration, blood pressure, and blood glucose levels.
Home Health LPN
Trinity Home Health (Home Health)
06.2015 - 10.2017
- Provide professional nursing services under the direction of a RN
- Apply knowledge and skills in accordance with accepted standards of clinical practice to facilitate problem resolution and achieve individualized patient goals and outcomes
- Confer with the RN Supervisor regarding needed changes in the Plan of Treatment
- Accept verbal orders from physician were permitted by state law/regulations/Nurse Practice Act and communicate these orders to the RN Supervisor
- Maintain the highest standards of professional conduct in relation to information that is confidential
- Appropriately communicate availability of supplies, materials and equipment needed to safely and effectively implement the plan of care
- Prepare, submit and maintain documentation as required by the company and/or facility.
- Enhanced patient comfort by providing compassionate care and addressing individual needs.
- Reduced hospital readmissions through diligent monitoring, early intervention, and timely communication with healthcare team members.
- Improved patient outcomes by developing personalized care plans in collaboration with interdisciplinary team members.
Licensed Practical Nurse (LPN)
Garden Court Rehab
05.2014 - 05.2015
- Assist in the implementation of individualized treatment plans for each assigned resident
- Provide nursing services
- Conduct and document a thorough evaluation of each resident’s medical status upon admission and throughout the resident’s course of treatment.
Remote Veteran Service Specialist
Taking Care of Veterans United
06.2012 - 09.2014
- Assess the needs of elderly veterans with community resource information
- Assist veterans that need help navigating through the VA processes
- Establish and update files of those utilizing the agency’s services
- Performed Administrative tasks that included calling and following up with veterans as needed
- Maintain confidential veteran information
- Home visits to assist veterans in rural areas.
- Improved customer satisfaction by addressing and resolving service-related issues promptly and professionally.
- Streamlined service processes for quicker response times, enhancing overall customer experience.
- Collaborated with team members to develop new strategies for improving service quality and efficiency.
Licensed Practical Nurse (LPN)
Spring Lake Guest Care (Nursing Home)
06.2013 - 04.2014
- Review nursing notes from prior shift to properly administer care to patients
- Distribute medications and perform treatments according to physician orders
- Monitor, record, and report symptoms or changes in the resident's condition
- Document and maintain accurate, detailed records
- Record patients medical information and vital signs
- Consult and coordinate with healthcare team to assess, plan, implement, or evaluate patient’s care plans.
- Cared for wounds, provided treatments, and assisted with procedures.
- Assisted with admissions, appointments, transfers, and discharges.
- Documented accurate and complete patient information to address patient problems and expected outcomes.
Licensed Practical Nurse (LPN)
Arc of Arcadian
11.2012 - 06.2013
- Work with Direct Support Professionals (DSPs) and provide training on basic medical care as needed
- Review and update consultant/physicians orders quarterly
- Monitor changes in doctors’ orders
- Complete nursing assessments for all incidents and all residents routinely
- Cared for wounds, provided treatments, and assisted with procedures.
- Documented accurate and complete patient information to address patient problems and expected outcomes.
- Managed patient care through closely monitoring respiration, blood pressure, and blood glucose levels.
Education
License Pratical Nurse - Nursing
Louisiana State University At Shreveport
Shreveport, LA12.2011
Skills
- Proofreading
- Spreadsheet creation
- Scheduling appointments
- Administrative support
- Time management
- Database management
- Multitasking
- Customer service
- Organizational skills
Nursing Skills
- Twelve Years experience as an LPN providing quality nursing care
- Exceptional understanding and use of advanced practical nursing techniques and methods
- Demonstrates ability to monitor and record information used to build clinical decisions
- Wound care experience
- In-depth knowledge of medications and treatments used in patient care
- Understanding of confidentiality obligations and nursing best practices
- Extensive knowledge of medical terminology
- Advanced in Microsoft Office and data entry
- Excellent communication and interpersonal skills
- Compassionate and able to handle stress
Timeline
Office Lpn
Amedisys Home Health
01.2022 - Current
Agency LPN
Per Diem Staffing
02.2020 - Current
Licensed Practical Nurse, Home Health (LPN)
Stat Home Health
10.2017 - 11.2020
Home Health LPN
Trinity Home Health (Home Health)
06.2015 - 10.2017
Licensed Practical Nurse (LPN)
Garden Court Rehab
05.2014 - 05.2015
Licensed Practical Nurse (LPN)
Spring Lake Guest Care (Nursing Home)
06.2013 - 04.2014
Licensed Practical Nurse (LPN)
Arc of Arcadian
11.2012 - 06.2013
Remote Veteran Service Specialist
Taking Care of Veterans United
06.2012 - 09.2014
License Pratical Nurse - Nursing
Louisiana State University At Shreveport
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