Accomplished LPN with a proven track record at Somerwoods Nursing And Rehabilitation Center, adept in vital signs monitoring and delivering compassionate care. Excelled in reducing medication errors and enhancing patient satisfaction through effective communication. Skilled in interdisciplinary team collaboration and patient education, consistently improving treatment outcomes.
Overview
10
10
years of professional experience
Work History
LPN
Somerwoods Nursing And Rehabilitation Center
03.2023 - 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.
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.
Improved patient outcomes by providing high-quality nursing care and closely monitoring vital signs.
Cared for wounds, provided treatments, and assisted with procedures.
Reduced medication errors by accurately administering medications and diligently verifying patient information.
Documented accurate and complete patient information to address patient problems and expected outcomes.
Participated in ongoing professional development opportunities to enhance knowledge base and skillset as an LPN.
Provided emotional support to patients and families during difficult times, fostering positive relationships built on trust and compassion.
Performed routine evaluations of each patient's status, needs, and preferences.
Enhanced patient satisfaction levels through effective communication and empathetic listening skills.
Used aseptic techniques to provide sterilized wound care and dressing applications.
Answered incoming phone calls from patients to provide basic assistance and triage medical concerns.
Addressed any concerns or questions posed by patients or family members promptly to maintain confidence in their care plan.
Monitored, tracked, and conveyed important patient information to healthcare staff to help optimize treatment planning and care delivery.
Assisted in the management of chronic health conditions by providing education, support, and follow-up care.
Provided compassionate end-of-life care, ensuring that patients were comfortable and families felt supported during the process.
Offered immediate assistance in emergency and routine paging situations to evaluate needs and deliver care.
Educated patients and caregivers on medical diagnoses, treatment options, chronic disease self-management and wound management.
Collaborated with interdisciplinary team of healthcare and social service providers to address patients' needs through effective intervention and care planning.
Conducted thorough patient assessments to identify medical needs and develop appropriate treatment plans.
Gathered lab specimens, ordered testing, and interpreted results to diagnose patients.
Assisted with feeding and monitored intake to help patients achieve nutritional objectives.
Assisted physicians during examinations or procedures as needed, playing a vital role in the overall patient experience.
Delivered updates in patient status to charge nurse, recording changes in medical records.
Comforted and counseled patients and families throughout care process.
Facilitated smooth transitions from acute care settings to long-term care facilities or home environments.
Supported physicians during examinations and scans to assist with diagnostic procedures.
Minimized staff and patient infection risk by cleaning and disinfecting equipment instruments.
Administered medications and injections to patients.
Monitored patient health conditions to report changes to assigned physician.
Reviewed patient history to verify conditions and current medications.
Evaluated patient histories, complaints, and current symptoms.
Delivered emotional support to patients and families during challenging times.
LPN
Fair Oaks Nursing and Rehabilitation
10.2018 - 03.2023
LPN
Somerset Nursing and Rehabilitation
09.2015 - 10.2018
LPN
Golden Living Nursing Home
09.2014 - 10.2015
Education
Licensed Practical Nurse - Nursing
Somerset VoTech
Somerset
03.1992
Skills
Vital signs monitoring
Timeline
LPN
Somerwoods Nursing And Rehabilitation Center
03.2023 - Current
LPN
Fair Oaks Nursing and Rehabilitation
10.2018 - 03.2023
LPN
Somerset Nursing and Rehabilitation
09.2015 - 10.2018
LPN
Golden Living Nursing Home
09.2014 - 10.2015
Licensed Practical Nurse - Nursing
Somerset VoTech
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