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Susan Kemp

Lagrange,GA

Summary

Dedicated LPN with extensive experience at Traylor Health, recognized for enhancing patient outcomes through effective medication administration and compassionate care. Skilled in wound care and vital signs monitoring, I excel in fostering communication among healthcare teams and families, ensuring compliance with HIPAA standards while delivering high-quality, patient-centered care.

Overview

26
26
years of professional experience

Work History

LPN STAFF NURSE

CARROLLTON MANOR
Carrollton GEORGIA
04.2023 - 06.2025
  • Improved patient outcomes by administering medications, monitoring vital signs, and documenting relevant information.
  • Cared for wounds, provided treatments, and assisted with procedures.
  • Assisted with admissions, appointments, transfers, and discharges.
  • Collaborated with interdisciplinary healthcare teams to ensure continuous quality improvement in patient care delivery.

LPN STAFF NURSE

TRAYLOR HEALTH
Roanoke Alabama
06.2008 - 06.2020
  • Improved patient outcomes by administering medications, monitoring vital signs, and documenting relevant information.
  • Assisted with admissions, appointments, transfers, and discharges.
  • Collaborated with interdisciplinary healthcare teams to ensure continuous quality improvement in patient care delivery.
  • Documented accurate and complete patient information to address patient problems and expected outcomes.
  • Demonstrated excellent technical skills in wound dressing changes, IV therapy administration, catheter insertion, and other routine nursing procedures.
  • Managed patient care through closely monitoring respiration, blood pressure, and blood glucose levels.
  • Facilitated efficient communication between patients, families, and healthcare providers to promote continuity of care across settings.
  • Managed time-sensitive tasks effectively under pressure while maintaining composure during critical situations or emergencies.
  • Obtained patient vital signs and input/output measurements from inpatients.
  • Performed routine evaluations of each patient's status, needs, and preferences.
  • Adapted quickly to changing patient needs, adjusting care plans accordingly to ensure optimal outcomes in diverse clinical scenarios.
  • Administered controlled narcotics, inserted IVs, and performed catheterizations.
  • Comforted and counseled patients and families throughout care process.
  • Provided compassionate palliative care for terminally ill patients while supporting their emotional needs during end-of-life stages.
  • Evaluated patients to identify and address wounds, behavioral concerns, and medically relevant symptoms.
  • Used aseptic techniques to provide sterilized wound care and dressing applications.
  • Maintained a safe and therapeutic environment for patients through effective risk assessment and crisis intervention strategies.
  • Delivered updates in patient status to charge nurse, recording changes in medical records.
  • Offered immediate assistance in emergency and routine paging situations to evaluate needs and deliver care.
  • Assisted with feeding and monitored intake to help patients achieve nutritional objectives.
  • Delivered culturally competent care that respected diverse patient populations'' unique values, beliefs, and traditions.
  • Ensured regulatory compliance by adhering to infection control protocols and maintaining accurate documentation of patient data.
  • Increased patient satisfaction scores by consistently delivering high-quality nursing care tailored to individual needs and preferences.
  • Administered medications to ensure adherence to treatment plans, improving health outcomes.
  • Conducted regular patient assessments to identify changes in health status, enabling timely interventions.
  • Delivered wound care and managed dressings, preventing infections and promoting healing.
  • Improved patient satisfaction with empathetic communication and timely response to needs.
  • Monitored patient reactions to medications and treatments, quickly addressing adverse reactions.

LPN STAFF NURSE

TRAYLOR RETIREMENT COMMUNITY
Roanoke Alabama
06.1999 - 01.2001

MED NURSE/ CHARGE NURSE, PROVIDED CARE FOR RESIDENTS IN PASSING MEDS , WOUND CARE AS NEEDED. TAKING ORDERS FROM MD, DOCUMENT ON RESIDENTS CONDITION AND CARE, SUPERVISE CNAS, KEEP FAMILY MEMBERS INFORMED AS NEEDED. ATTEND MEETINGS AND CLASSES . KEEP CEUS AND CPR CERTIFICATIONS UP TO DATE. ASSIST WITH ADMISSIONS, ASSESSMENTS.

Education

Diploma - Nursing

Southern Union State Community College
VALLEY/OPELIKA ALABAMA
05.1999

Skills

  • Medication administration
  • Direct patient care
  • Vital signs monitoring
  • HIPAA compliance
  • Wound care
  • Compassionate care

Timeline

LPN STAFF NURSE

CARROLLTON MANOR
04.2023 - 06.2025

LPN STAFF NURSE

TRAYLOR HEALTH
06.2008 - 06.2020

LPN STAFF NURSE

TRAYLOR RETIREMENT COMMUNITY
06.1999 - 01.2001

Diploma - Nursing

Southern Union State Community College