Susan Knight
Laurel,MS
Summary
Dedicated LPN with extensive experience at Laurelwood Community Living Center, excelling in medication delivery and clinical documentation. Proven ability to adapt in fast-paced environments while providing compassionate geriatric care. Committed to enhancing patient outcomes through effective communication and meticulous monitoring of vital signs.
Experienced healthcare professional prepared for this role. Proven ability to provide high-quality patient care with strong clinical skills in administering medications, monitoring vital signs, and assisting with daily activities. Known for strong collaboration with medical teams, adapting to changing needs, and achieving positive outcomes. Reliable, compassionate, and skilled in patient communication and support.
Seasoned LPN with expertise in long term care. Work effectively within interdisciplinary teams to develop, implement and adjust interventions.
Overview
22
22
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
LPN II
Laurelwood Community Living Center
Laurel, MS
04.2022 - Current
- 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.
- Administered controlled narcotics, inserted IVs, and performed catheterizations.
- Obtained patient vital signs and input/output measurements from inpatients.
- Participated in ongoing professional development opportunities to enhance knowledge base and skillset as an LPN.
- Demonstrated adaptability in working with diverse patient populations across various healthcare settings.
- Monitored, tracked, and conveyed important patient information to healthcare staff to help optimize treatment planning and care delivery.
LPNII
SCRMC
Laurel, MS
01.2006 - 06.2022
- Self-motivated, with a strong sense of personal responsibility.
- Worked effectively in fast-paced environments.
- Skilled at working independently and collaboratively in a team environment.
- Proven ability to learn quickly and adapt to new situations.
- Worked well in a team setting, providing support and guidance.
- Worked flexible hours across night, weekend, and holiday shifts.
- Learned and adapted quickly to new technology and software applications.
LPN
Covington County Hospital
Collins, MS
09.2003 - 01.2006
- 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.
- Administered controlled narcotics, inserted IVs, and performed catheterizations.
- Obtained patient vital signs and input/output measurements from inpatients.
- Assisted with admissions, appointments, transfers, and discharges.
- Adhered to treatment plan instructions when administering medications and treatments to patients.
Education
LPN - Nursing
JCJC
Ellisville, MS07-2003
Skills
- Medication Delivery Proficiency
- Vital signs monitoring
- Clinical Documentation
- Geriatric nursing
- Catheter care
- Tracheostomy care
- End-of-life care
- IV therapy
- Tuberculosis testing
- Licensed practical nurse
- Pain management
- Geriatric care
- Medication dispensing
- Wound care
Certification
- Basic Life Support Certification (BLS)
- TB certification
- IV certification
Timeline
LPN II
Laurelwood Community Living Center
04.2022 - Current
LPNII
SCRMC
01.2006 - 06.2022
LPN
Covington County Hospital
09.2003 - 01.2006
LPN - Nursing
JCJC