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Shirley Hall

Stanley,NC

Summary

Dedicated Charge Licensed Practical Nurse offering 28.5-year background managing nursing staff, delegating assignments and assessing patient conditions. Expertise in progress monitoring, plan implementation and history taking. Certified in CPR and DEFIBRILLATOR . Devoted to service excellence in patient care and patient advocacy. Effective at tracking vitals and responses to treatments, administering medications and transcribing orders. Good relationship-building and problem-solving abilities. Licensed NC and MULTI STATE. Organized and dependable candidate successful at managing multiple priorities with a positive attitude. Willingness to take on added responsibilities to meet team goals.

Overview

26
26
years of professional experience

Work History

LPN Charge Nurse, Cart Nurse

Highland Heights
08.2023 - 03.2024
  • Assessed patients' temperature, pulse, and blood pressure and recorded in electronic medical records.
  • Delegated tasks effectively, optimizing staff productivity and maintaining a well-organized nursing unit.
  • Assembled and used equipment such as catheters, tracheotomy tubes, or oxygen suppliers to effectively manage patient care.
  • Utilized critical thinking skills to make sound clinical decisions in high-pressure situations, minimizing risks and ensuring patient safety.
  • Developed strong relationships with patients'' families, keeping them informed of progress reports and collaborating on decisions regarding their loved ones'' healthcare plans.
  • Analyzed patient assessments and laboratory data to bring any issues to attention of physicians.
  • Documented vitals and medical histories in patient charts when assessing patients and communicated patient information to physicians and other nurses for care continuity.
  • Provided compassionate end-of-life care, supporting patients and their families through difficult times.
  • Promoted continuity of care by thoroughly documenting shift-to-shift communication in nursing reports.
  • Promoted patient independence by teaching self-care skills and explaining conditions and medications.
  • Managed daily staff assignments and patient scheduling to guarantee clinic coverage and flow.
  • Delivered direct quality care to patients by evaluating medical conditions and managing and assessing treatments.
  • Served as a mentor to new nurses, fostering a positive work environment and promoting professional growth.
  • Established cordial relationships with medical personnel and staff to promote teamwork and maintain positive attitude.
  • Administered medications and injections to patients.
  • Monitored patient health conditions to report changes to assigned physician.
  • Administered medications via oral, IV, and intramuscular injections and monitored responses.

LPN

Bland Nursing And Rehab
06.2007 - 07.2017
  • Utilized time management skills to prioritize tasks effectively, allowing for efficient completion of daily responsibilities.
  • Maintained accurate documentation of all relevant clinical data, ensuring compliance with regulatory standards.
  • Implemented infection control measures, ensuring a clean and safe environment for patients and staff.
  • Managed patient care through closely monitoring respiration, blood pressure, and blood glucose levels.
  • Obtained patient vital signs and input/output measurements from inpatients.
  • Assisted with admissions, appointments, transfers, and discharges.
  • Performed wound care treatments using sterile techniques, promoting healing and preventing complications.

LPN

Heritage Hall
03.2007 - 03.2009
  • Utilized time management skills to prioritize tasks effectively, allowing for efficient completion of daily responsibilities.
  • Maintained accurate documentation of all relevant clinical data, ensuring compliance with regulatory standards.
  • Implemented infection control measures, ensuring a clean and safe environment for patients and staff.
  • Managed patient care through closely monitoring respiration, blood pressure, and blood glucose levels.

LPN

Rehab And Health Of Gastonia
05.1998 - 03.2007
  • Maintained accurate documentation of all relevant clinical data, ensuring compliance with regulatory standards.
  • Implemented infection control measures, ensuring a clean and safe environment for patients and staff.
  • Managed patient care through closely monitoring respiration, blood pressure, and blood glucose levels.
  • Administered controlled narcotics, inserted IVs, and performed catheterizations.
  • Assisted with admissions, appointments, transfers, and discharges.
  • Cared for wounds, provided treatments, and assisted with procedures.
  • Participated in ongoing professional development opportunities to enhance knowledge base and skillset as an LPN.
  • Provided emotional support to patients and families during difficult times, fostering positive relationships built on trust and compassion.

Education

LPN - Nursing LPN

McDowell County Career And Technical Center
Welch, WV
08.1995

High School Diploma -

Big Creek High School
War, WV
06.1975

Skills

  • Vital signs monitoring
  • Nursing Documentation
  • Geriatric Care
  • End of life care
  • Emergency Care
  • Clinical judgment
  • Care Plan Development
  • Medication Administration
  • Verbal and written communication
  • Direct Patient Care
  • Physical assessments
  • Post Operative Care
  • Workflow Coordination
  • Critical Thinking
  • Patient Charting
  • Intravenous Medications
  • Specimen Collection
  • Responsible and Dependable
  • Certified in CPR/AED
  • Patient Observation
  • Coaching and Mentoring
  • Performance monitoring
  • Work Planning and Coordination

Timeline

LPN Charge Nurse, Cart Nurse

Highland Heights
08.2023 - 03.2024

LPN

Bland Nursing And Rehab
06.2007 - 07.2017

LPN

Heritage Hall
03.2007 - 03.2009

LPN

Rehab And Health Of Gastonia
05.1998 - 03.2007

LPN - Nursing LPN

McDowell County Career And Technical Center

High School Diploma -

Big Creek High School

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