Susan Backs
Coldwater,OH
Summary
Seasoned LPN with extensive experience, adept in geriatric nursing and providing palliative care. Excelled in diabetes management and fostering emotional support, ensuring high-quality patient care. Demonstrated leadership in infection control and medication administration, contributing to a safer healthcare environment.
Overview
33
33
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
LPN
Mercer County Sheriff's Office Ohio
Celina, OH
08.2019 - Current
- Observed strict confidentiality and safeguarded all patient-related information.
- Performed wound care including changing dressings, cleaning wounds, applying ointments and medications and providing other necessary treatments.
- Monitored infection control procedures to verify facility-wide health and safety.
LPN Floor Nurse
Briarwood Village
Coldwater, OH
02.1996 - 08.2019
- Facilitated communication between patients, family members, and healthcare professionals.
- Guaranteed exceptional care quality by correctly administering medication, inserting and caring for catheters, dressing and changing wounds and assisting with personal hygiene.
- Observed patients for any changes in their condition or behavior, reported findings to the supervisor or physician in charge.
Certified Nursing Assistant
Briarwood Village
Coldwater, OH
08.1991 - 02.1996
- Answered call lights promptly and responded to patient needs accordingly.
- Provided physical support to assist patients with bathing, dressing and toileting.
- Looked for physical, emotional, and symptomatic changes in patient condition and obtained necessary care for medical concerns.
Education
Associate of Science - LPN
Upper Valley JVS of Practical Nursing
Piqua, OH02-1996
High School Diploma -
Coldwater High School
Coldwater, OH05-1991
Skills
- Patient documentation
- Vital signs monitoring
- Behavioral health
- Medication administration
- Palliative care
Certification
- American Heart Associations BLS and AED Certification
- CIT Certification
Timeline
LPN
Mercer County Sheriff's Office Ohio
08.2019 - Current
LPN Floor Nurse
Briarwood Village
02.1996 - 08.2019
Certified Nursing Assistant
Briarwood Village
08.1991 - 02.1996
Associate of Science - LPN
Upper Valley JVS of Practical Nursing
High School Diploma -
Coldwater High School
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