SUSAN MALM
Eatonton,GA
Summary
Patient-oriented nursing professional with several years of hands-on experience in delivering quality direct and indirect patient care to individuals in settings. Skillfully completes tasks and fosters relationships with patients, caregivers and coworkers to drive patient care goals and advance nursing philosophies. Dedicated and compassionate Licensed Practical Nurse with extensive experience in sample collection, blood draw, IV insertion and infection control. Maintains composure and makes accurate decisions in fast-paced, unpredictable and stressful environments. History of interfacing seamlessly with doctors, specialized support services, patients and visiting families.
Overview
26
26
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
LPN
Shift Key Nursing Agency
Eatonton, GA
01.2021 - Current
- Going to assigned facilities through Agency.
- Ensured that all medications were administered accurately and on time as prescribed by the physician.
- Observed patients for any changes in their condition or behaviour, reported findings to the supervisor or physician in charge.
- Conducted daily rounds visiting assigned patients ensuring they are comfortable and have all necessary supplies available.
- Coordinated with interdisciplinary team members such as doctors, nurses and social workers to ensure quality patient care was provided.
- Assessed patient needs through interviews and physical examinations while adhering to safety standards.
- Performed wound care including changing dressings, cleaning wounds, applying ointments and medications and providing other necessary treatments.
- Performed routine laboratory tests including urinalysis, blood glucose monitoring and others.
- Developed individualized plans of care for each patient based on assessment data collected.
- Monitored patient progress during treatments or procedures, reporting any abnormalities to the healthcare team immediately.
- Administered medications orally, intravenously or intramuscularly depending on the prescription given by the doctor.
- Provided emotional support during difficult times such as end-of-life decisions or family disputes over treatment options.
LPN
The Retreat of Atlanta
Eatonton, Ga.
05.2024 - 05.2024
- Observed patients for any changes in their condition or behaviour, reported findings to the supervisor or physician in charge.
- Ensured that all medications were administered accurately and on time as prescribed by the physician.
- Conducted daily rounds visiting assigned patients ensuring they are comfortable and have all necessary supplies available.
- Coordinated with interdisciplinary team members such as doctors, nurses and social workers to ensure quality patient care was provided.
- Instructed patients and their families about disease prevention, proper nutrition, medication management and other health related topics.
- Performed wound care including changing dressings, cleaning wounds, applying ointments and medications and providing other necessary treatments.
- Performed routine laboratory tests including urinalysis, blood glucose monitoring and others.
LPN Charge Nurse
Greene Point Health And Rehab
Union Point, Ga.
09.2008 - 05.2023
- Communicated effectively with patients, families, colleagues, and other healthcare professionals.
- Developed strategies for improving quality of care standards within the unit or department.
- Provided patient care plans, treatments, and medications according to physicians' orders.
- Ensured all safety protocols were followed during patient care.
- Evaluated patient responses to treatments and interventions and documented progress notes accordingly.
- Assisted in developing policies related to infection control practices.
- Identified potential problems or risks that could affect patient outcomes.
- Assessed patients' health conditions and monitored changes in their condition.
LPN
Good Samaritan Hospital Medical Center
Greensboro, Ga.
08.1998 - 11.2018
- Observed patients for any changes in their condition or behaviour, reported findings to the supervisor or physician in charge.
- Coordinated with interdisciplinary team members such as doctors, nurses and social workers to ensure quality patient care was provided.
- Assessed patient needs through interviews and physical examinations while adhering to safety standards.
- Instructed patients and their families about disease prevention, proper nutrition, medication management and other health related topics.
- Performed wound care including changing dressings, cleaning wounds, applying ointments and medications and providing other necessary treatments.
- Performed routine laboratory tests including urinalysis, blood glucose monitoring and others.
- Developed individualized plans of care for each patient based on assessment data collected.
- Monitored patient progress during treatments or procedures, reporting any abnormalities to the healthcare team immediately.
- Administered medications orally, intravenously or intramuscularly depending on the prescription given by the doctor.
Education
LPN - Nursing
Putnam School of Practical Nursing
Eatonton, GA07-1995
Skills
- Diabetes management
- Vital signs monitoring
- Nursing Ethics
- Post Operative Care
- Disease Prevention
- Health Promotion
- Catheter Care
- Samples collection
- Patient Intake
- Emergency Response
- Family Communication
- Physical Assessment
- Clinical Documentation
- Rehabilitation techniques
- Vital signs
- Tracheostomy Care
- Medical Documentation
- Behavioral Health
Certification
LPN in Ga LPN052969
CPR
References
References available upon request.
Timeline
LPN
The Retreat of Atlanta
05.2024 - 05.2024
LPN
Shift Key Nursing Agency
01.2021 - Current
LPN Charge Nurse
Greene Point Health And Rehab
09.2008 - 05.2023
LPN
Good Samaritan Hospital Medical Center
08.1998 - 11.2018
LPN - Nursing
Putnam School of Practical Nursing
LPN in Ga LPN052969
CPR
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