Proficient and caring nursing team member offering outstanding patient-facing experience. Adept at addressing patient needs with compassionate care and attention to detail. Diligent about maximizing satisfaction, safety and wellness while serving patients of all backgrounds.
Overview
39
39
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
LPN
Amedisys Home Health
01.2025 - Current
Managed patient care through closely monitoring respiration, blood pressure, and blood glucose levels.
Obtained patient vital signs and input/output measurements from inpatients.
Performed wound care treatments using sterile techniques, promoting healing and preventing complications.
Documented accurate and complete patient information to address patient problems and expected outcomes.
LPN
Athens Oral Surgery Center
04.2012 - Current
Administered medications and injections to patients.
Assessed patients' temperature, pulse, and blood pressure and recorded in electronic medical records.
Monitored patient health conditions to report changes to assigned physician.
Administered controlled narcotics, inserted IVs.
Scheduling
LPN
Dr. Stephen Fennell
11.2004 - 05.2011
Same duties as current employer.
LPN, PRN Position
Athens Regional Health Services
04.2006 - 06.2010
Managed patient care through closely monitoring respiration, blood pressure, and blood glucose levels.
Answered incoming phone calls from patients to provide basic assistance and triage medical concerns.
Accurately recorded interactions in medical charts, documenting accidents and interventions applied.
Gathered lab specimens, ordered testing, and interpreted results to diagnose patients.
Reviewed patient history to verify conditions and current medications.
Administered controlled narcotics, inserted IVs,
Assisted with admissions, appointments, transfers, and discharges.
Cared for wounds, provided treatments, and assisted with procedures.
LPN
Athens Regional Physcian Services
02.2001 - 07.2004
Managed patient care through closely monitoring respiration, blood pressure, and blood glucose levels.
Obtained patient vital signs and input/output measurements from inpatients.
Answered incoming phone calls from patients to provide basic assistance and triage medical concerns.
Gathered lab specimens, ordered testing, and interpreted results to diagnose patients.
Administered medications and injections to patients.
Reviewed patient history to verify conditions and current medications.
Evaluated patient histories, complaints, and current symptoms.
LPN
Athens Dental Implant Center
10.1993 - 10.2000
Administered controlled narcotics, inserted IVs, and performed catheterizations.
Answered incoming phone calls from patients to provide basic assistance and triage medical concerns.
Gathered lab specimens, ordered testing, and interpreted results to diagnose patients.
Administered medications and injections to patients.
Monitored patient health conditions to report changes to assigned physician.
Evaluated patient histories, complaints, and current symptoms.
LPN
Dr. David Allen ( Urology)
02.1992 - 10.1993
Administered controlled narcotics, inserted IVs, and performed catheterizations.
Obtained patient vital signs and input/output measurements from inpatients.
Answered incoming phone calls from patients to provide basic assistance and triage medical concerns.
Gathered lab specimens, ordered testing, and interpreted results to diagnose patients.
Assisted physicians during examinations or procedures as needed, playing a vital role in the overall patient experience.
Provided patient education on health care issues and prescribed medications.
LPN
Barrow Medical Center
02.1986 - 06.1988
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.
Performed wound care treatments using sterile techniques, promoting healing and preventing complications.
Adhered to treatment plan instructions when administering medications and treatments to patients.
Cared for wounds, provided treatments, and assisted with procedures.
Addressed any concerns or questions posed by patients or family members promptly to maintain confidence in their care plan.
Accurately recorded interactions in medical charts, documenting accidents and interventions applied.
Monitored, tracked, and conveyed important patient information to healthcare staff to help optimize treatment planning and care delivery.
Assisted with feeding and monitored intake to help patients achieve nutritional objectives.
Education
Diploma - LPN
Lanier Technical College
09-1986
High School Diploma -
Winder-Barrow High School
06-1985
Skills
Medication administration
Vital signs monitoring
Medical documentation
Geriatric nursing
Catheter care
Post operative care
Lab specimen collection
Patient documentation
Pediatric nursing
Patient mobility assistance
Pre-operative care
Vital signs
Direct patient care
Clinical decision making
Clinical documentation
Medication dispensing
Patient assessments
Patient care
Physical assessment
Immunization administration
Breathing treatments
EMR / EHR
Pulse oximetry tracking
Pediatric care
Outpatient care
Certification
Licensed Practical Nurse (LPN) - Georgia Board of Nursing.
Basic Life Support (BLS) Certification - American Heart Association.
Oral and Maxillofacial Surgery Anesthesia Assistants Program- American Association of Oral and Maxillofacial Surgeons. April 1995
X-Ray Operator Training- Capital X-Ray, Inc. August 6, 2008