Shirley Arrington
Maple Heights,OH
Summary
Responsible LPN with excellent communication skills demonstrated by 8 years of experience in healthcare. Looking to obtain a position as an LPN allowing me to use my training and skills in a detailed-oriented enviornment.
Overview
9
9
years of professional experience
Work History
Administrative Nurse
Seven Hills HealthCare
Independence, Ohio
08.2017 - 10.2017
Reviewed admission/readmission paperwork against information in computer system, review and updated Coumadin log, reviewed and updated Infection control log, reviewed and obtained physician order for pharmacy recommendation, entered immunization information in the computer system. Entered into computer system initial POC for new admission, also assisted as charge nurse on floor for call offs, reviewed and update refrigerator temperature logs, and other duties as assigned.
Unit Manager/LPN
Embassy HealthCare
Maple Heights, Ohio
09.2014 - 08.2017
Oversaw and managed 6 clinical and support staff in patient care activities while maintaining a high level of staff morale and professionalism. Effectively supervised 2 LPNs, NAs and non clinical staff. Processed monthly reports for department performance. Liaised between patients and physicians to ensure patient comprehension of treatment plans. Demonstrated ability to lead and motivate outstanding healthcare teams. Delegated staff nurse duties. Developed and produced all office flyers notifications for important policy changes, office news and events. Strong leader for nursing personnel assigned to the unit/shift.
LPN/Charge Nurse
Embassy Healthcare
Maple Heights, Ohio
06.2009 - 09.2014
Assessed need for, ordered, obtained and interpreted appropriate lab tests. Chronic patient care in med-surg unit, adeptly handling all aspects of treatment from medication to wound care to monitoring for 22 patients per shift. Pharmacological and non-pharmacological management and treatment of various disorders and diseases. Liaised between patient and physician to ensure patient comprehension of treatment plans. Instructed patients and family members on proper discharge care. Closely monitored acute conditions. Monitored patient reactions to drugs and carefully documented progress of individuals participating in clinical trails. Demonstrated ability to lead and motivate outstanding healthcare teams. Documented patient information obtained from interviews. Delegated staff nurse duties. Monitored fluid intake and output levels. Measured urine and delivered specimen to lab. Provided all daily living tasks to enhance quality of life for elderly patients. Scheduled patients admissions and discharges. Strong leader for nursing personnel assigned to the unit/shift.
LPN/PRN/HomeCare/East
Visiting Nurse Association of Ohio
Cleveland, OH
09.2010 - 09.2011
Vitals sign assessment, assisted with pre-fill of medication box, accu-checks, wound care, accurate charting, daily weight checks, assessment of home environment for safety, medication administration, blood draw for PT/INR levels, pharmacological and non-pharmacological management and treatment of various disorders and diseases.
Administrative Assistant II
University Hospitals of Cleveland
Cleveland, Ohio
06.2008 - 06.2009
Daily chart preparation for clinics, assisted patients with medication refills, mailing of physician letters, scheduling appointment in various departments, electronic medical records review, scheduling of physician meeting on calendars and assisting with making travel arrangements, printing and mailing of physician reminder letters, faxing, phone answering, filing. Other duties as assigned.
Education
Associate of Arts - General
Cuyahoga Community College
2008
Practical Nursing
Cuyahoga Community College
2007
Associate of Science - Associate Nursing Degree/RN
Excelsior College
Associate of Science - undefined
Skills
- Preceptor
- Patient/family focused
- Professional bedside manner
- thorough physical assessment
- Insulin/medication assistance
- Proper catheter insertion/removal
- IV administration
- Patient education/evaluation
Affiliations
Membership with the ODONA/LTC Ohio Directors of Nursing Administration in Long Term Care Licensed Practical Nurse-M-IV, Ohio American Heart Association BLS for Healthcare Providers (CPR and AED) Program (Current) 6/17-6/18
Timeline
Administrative Nurse
Seven Hills HealthCare
08.2017 - 10.2017
Unit Manager/LPN
Embassy HealthCare
09.2014 - 08.2017
LPN/PRN/HomeCare/East
Visiting Nurse Association of Ohio
09.2010 - 09.2011
LPN/Charge Nurse
Embassy Healthcare
06.2009 - 09.2014
Administrative Assistant II
University Hospitals of Cleveland
06.2008 - 06.2009
Associate of Arts - General
Cuyahoga Community College
Practical Nursing
Cuyahoga Community College
Associate of Science - Associate Nursing Degree/RN
Excelsior College