Sylvia M. Prince
Warren
Summary
Results-driven LPN Nursing Supervisor focused on improving patient care through medication administration protocols and family communication. Skilled in developing customized nursing care plans and leading infection control initiatives to enhance safety and efficiency. Certified in telemetry with a strong background in nursing supervision, delivering high-quality patient care and implementing safety protocols for diverse populations.
Overview
1
1
Certification
24
24
years of professional experience
Work History
LPN Nursing Supervisor
Armstrong Memory Care
Warren
04.2023 - 07.2026
- Developed and implemented nursing care plans for individual patients based on their needs.
- Directed implementation of improved patient care and documentation methods and procedures to achieve quality objectives.
- Delivered high-quality direct and indirect nursing care to patients.
- Implemented medication administration protocols to enhance safety and efficiency.
- Administered medications and therapies in accordance with physicians' orders.
- Implemented infection control protocols throughout the facility in accordance with state regulations.
- Facilitated communication between families, residents, and healthcare providers effectively.
- Resolved conflicts between nursing personnel and patients or families.
- Worked as part of healthcare team to assess patient needs, plan and modify care and implement interventions.
- Performed assessments of patients' physical condition and reviewed medical histories to develop appropriate treatment plans.
- Charted changes in patient conditions and discussed concerns with supervising healthcare provider.
- Applied clinical judgment and comprehensive knowledge of facility policies to assist floor nurses with patient care decisions.
- Addressed patient care needs, collected vitals, dressed wounds, and managed catheters.
- Communicated with patients with compassion while keeping medical information private.
- Prepared patients for medical examinations by providing necessary instructions. for examinations, tests or treatments and explained procedures.
- Provided behavioral and emotional support and closely supervised patients suffering from dementia and Alzheimer's.
LPN Nursing Supervisor
Antonine Villiage
North Jackson
06.2021 - 04.2023
- Coordinated patient care plans with healthcare team for optimal resident outcomes.
- Developed and implemented nursing care plans for individual patients based on their needs.
- Implemented medication administration protocols to enhance safety and efficiency.
- Worked as part of healthcare team to assess patient needs, plan and modify care and implement interventions.
- Performed assessments of patients' physical condition and reviewed medical histories to develop appropriate treatment plans.
- Implemented infection control protocols throughout the facility in accordance with state regulations.
- Facilitated communication between families, residents, and healthcare providers effectively.
- Resolved conflicts between nursing personnel and patients or families.
- Provided education and support services to families regarding their loved ones' health conditions.
Lpn
The Enrichment Center
Warren
04.2012 - 07.2012
- Administered treatments per physicians' orders and managed medication passes with precise documentation.
- Implemented the nursing process of clients and enforced client training programs.
- Supervised staffing and MRD clients to ensure safety and compliance with care standards.
Unit Secretary
Ashtabula County Medical Center
Ashtabula
03.2008 - 08.2010
- Enhanced unit productivity for medical surgical unit by implementing streamlined processes.
- Demonstrated ability to lead and motivate outstanding healthcare teams.
- Ensured HIPAA compliance.
- Ordered and read lab tests, x-rays, MRI, Ultrasound, and EKG.
- Participated in unit-based quality assurance program to improve patient care standards and outcomes.
- Completed comprehensive clinical rotations in geriatrics to gain specialized knowledge in elder care.
- Maintained patient privacy and confidential patient information.
- Performed monthly inventory and maintained office and medical supply counts.
- Coordinated general office duties by efficiently answering multiple telephone lines and processing insurance forms.
Unit Secretary
DCH Regional Medical Center
Ashtabula
10.2004 - 06.2007
- Coordinated and interpreted lab tests, x-rays, MRI, ultrasound, and EKG results for patient care.
- Enhanced operational efficiency for medical surgical unit through effective task coordination.
- Ensured HIPAA compliance.
- Maintained patient privacy and confidential patient information.
- Led healthcare teams to achieve high performance and fostered a collaborative work environment.
- Participated in unit based Quality Assurance Program.
- Engaged in clinical rotations focusing on geriatric care in a hospital setting.
- Performed monthly inventory and maintained office and medical supply counts.
- Multi-tasked general office duties such as answering multiple telephone lines, and completing insurance forms.
Student Nursing Assistant
DCH Regional Medical Center
Tuscaloosa
06.2002 - 10.2005
- Developed and implemented floor assignments based on staffing evaluations to optimize patient care.
- Recorded and maintained accurate documentation of patients' vital signs to ensure timely medical interventions.
- Tracked and monitored fluid intake and output levels to support patient recovery and safety.
- Assisted patients with daily functions.
- Followed infection control procedures.
- Ensured safety and well-being of patients.
- Maintained patient privacy and confidential patient information.
- Professionally trained and certified in telemetry worked as a unit clerk/secretary with experience ensuring high standards of culturally competent care for a wide variety of patients with diverse needs.
Telemetry Tech
DCH Regional Medical Center
Tuscaloosa
- Monitored and recorded cardiac activity to ensure timely detection of abnormalities in patients.
- Monitored patient vital signs using telemetry equipment.
- Assisted nursing staff with patient care and equipment setup.
- Responded promptly to alarms and alerts from telemetry systems.
Education
Diploma of Practical Nursing -
Fortis College School of Practical Nursing
Ravenna, Ohio01-2012
Skills
- Inpatient and Outpatient care
- Medication administration
- Intravenous therapy
- Wound care management
- Knowledge of infection control standards
- Infection control
- Clinical documentation
- Patient assessment
- Clinical training
- Computerized charting
- Priority management
- Team collaboration
- Family-centered care
- Patient engagement
- Family communication
- Advanced Life Support
- Family communication
Affiliations
American Nurses Association
Certification
CPR certified through American Heart Association and American Red Cross
Accomplishments
Provided support to families through education on procedures, regimens prevention and care., Assisted in implementation of new tracking system that resulted in improved patient care., Documented patient information obtained from intake interviews., Ensured quality control through admissions, assessment, treatment, and referral for a broad range of patients., Monitored patient's respiration activity, blood pressure and blood glucose levels.
Timeline
LPN Nursing Supervisor
Armstrong Memory Care
04.2023 - 07.2026
LPN Nursing Supervisor
Antonine Villiage
06.2021 - 04.2023
Lpn
The Enrichment Center
04.2012 - 07.2012
Unit Secretary
Ashtabula County Medical Center
03.2008 - 08.2010
Unit Secretary
DCH Regional Medical Center
10.2004 - 06.2007
Student Nursing Assistant
DCH Regional Medical Center
06.2002 - 10.2005
Telemetry Tech
DCH Regional Medical Center
Diploma of Practical Nursing -
Fortis College School of Practical Nursing