Licensed Practical Nurse experienced in delivering compassionate patient care in clinical and non-clinical settings. Assisted in various medical procedures and maintained accurate patient records while fostering effective teamwork and adaptability in fast-paced healthcare environments. Focused on expanding expertise and contributing to high-quality patient outcomes.
Overview
1
1
Certification
27
27
years of professional experience
Work History
Licensed Practical Nurse/LPN Charge Nurse
Shiftkey- MO LPN
2021.04 - Current
Worked in rehabilitation facilities to support patient recovery efforts.bb, long term care/alzheimer's/corrections, psych/school nursing
Educated patients and families on health management strategies, promoting understanding of treatment plans and preventive care.
Mentored junior nursing staff, fostering skill development and adherence to best practices in patient care.
Assisted in developing individualized care plans, enhancing patient outcomes through tailored interventions.
Collaborated with multidisciplinary teams to coordinate patient care and improve service delivery efficiency.
Charge Nurse (multiple facilities)
Favorite Nursing Staffing Agency
2000.01 - Current
Supervised staff and residents at geriatric and rehab facilities, ensuring quality care and safety. Examined and interviewed residents, processing their concerns. Directed and assessed certified nursing assistants and home health aides, enhancing team competency and resident care. Delivered doctor’s orders, narcotics, wound care, physical assessments, breathing treatments and med carts and reported patient status to physicians. Trained new nurses on facility policies and procedures, facilitating smooth onboarding and compliance.
Licensed Practical Nurse
Lansing Correctional Facility
2025.07 - 2025.10
Set up medications and administered them while charting for inmates and collaborating with the healthcare team. to collaborate for emergency situations
Licensed Practical Nurse
Mid America Rehab
2024.08 - 2024.10
Administered medications and monitored patient vital signs for optimal care.
Assisted healthcare team in developing individualized care plans for patients.
Provided wound care and managed dressings to promote healing and infection control.
Educated patients and families on health management and post-discharge care strategies.
Health Information Specialist
Center for Disease Control and Prevention
2020.08 - 2022.01
Assisted health care providers with directives and decision-making on COVID-19 guidelines for vaccinations, treatments, and testing.
Aerotek Staffing Agency (also provided programming for CPAP machines, equipment and supplies in a warehouse setting)
Analyzed health data to identify trends and inform public health initiatives.
Developed and maintained comprehensive health information systems for data integrity.
Collaborated with cross-functional teams to enhance data-driven decision-making processes.
Licensed Practical Nurse
Georgetown Family Practice
2021.07 - 2021.09
Triage nurse in a multi-physician family practice who answered patient calls, provided doctor orders, and acted as a liaison between the medical staff and patients to deliver care and assess needs.
Licensed Practical Nurse
Zack Group
2010.01 - 2012.01
Worked in various clinical settings such as home health, geriatrics, and rehab, as well as Med-Surg, ICU Telemetry and ER.
Practical Nurse
Cascade Nursing Agency
2009.01 - 2012.01
Oversaw nursing staff and coordinated patient services in multiple clinical environments including rehab, home health, geriatrics, Med-Surg, ICU, Telemetry, and ER.
Education
LPN Program Graduate - Nursing
Penn Valley Community College
Kansas City, MO
1999-04
High School Diploma -
Blue Ridge Christian School
Raytown
1992-05
Skills
Wound Care Management
Vital sign assessment
Injection administration
Medication administration
Phlebotomy
Wound dressing management
Laboratory testing
Care plan management
Comprehensive patient assessments
Cardiac telemetry
IV therapy
Foley and cath care as well as insertion, immunization, charting and filing
Accomplishments
Partner with various homeless ministries to assist in city clean up, assistance for disadvantagd including job opportunities, healthcare and providing basic needs such as shelter/food
Camp counselor with local church (Lee's Summit Christian Community)
Certification
IV certified for infusions and drips
Interests
I participate in a variety of outdoor recreational activities
Enjoy hobbies that combine physical activity with outdoor exploration
Volunteering with my local church for outreach to provide disadvantged people assistance for food, shelter and healthcare
Licensed Practical Nurse • Overnight Charge Nurse at Platte Care Center AveraLicensed Practical Nurse • Overnight Charge Nurse at Platte Care Center Avera