Tina Raglin
LVN
Wylie,TX
Summary
Dedicated LVN with extensive experience at Kindred Dallas Central, excelling in patient management and compassionate care. Proven track record in implementing infection control practices, significantly reducing hospital-acquired infections. Skilled in medication administration and fostering effective family communication, ensuring optimal patient outcomes and satisfaction.
Experienced with patient care in fast-paced environment. Utilizes strong clinical skills and patient assessment to enhance healthcare delivery. Knowledge of medical protocols and patient safety procedures.
Skilled Licensed Practical Nurse offering 38+ years of experience in the field. Knowledgeable about assisting with non-invasive procedures and performing respiratory treatments. Strong documentation skills and a firm grasp of compliance requirements.
Overview
38
38
years of professional experience
Work History
LVN Floor Nurse
Kindred Dallas Central
03.2008 - Current
- Administered medications and treatments per physician orders, ensuring patient safety and compliance with protocols.
- Monitored vital signs and documented changes to evaluate patient conditions effectively.
- Collaborated with interdisciplinary teams to develop and implement personalized care plans for patients.
- Educated patients and families on health management, fostering understanding of treatment processes.
- Assisted in the training and mentorship of new nursing staff, enhancing team performance and cohesion.
- Implemented infection control practices, reducing hospital-acquired infections within patient care areas.
- Contributed to a safe working environment by following infection control protocols and accurately reporting incidents or concerns.
- Collected and documented vital signs to maintain current records of patients' conditions.
- Collaborated with physicians to develop customized treatment plans based on thorough assessments of patients'' medical histories, symptoms, and diagnoses.
- Examined and treated patients' injuries and pressure wounds to promote healing.
- Provided emotional support to patients and their families, fostering trust and open communication during difficult times.
- Maintained accurate records of residents' healthcare treatments and responses.
- Utilized [Software] to document nursing assessments, treatments, medications and discharge instructions.
LVN Floor Nurse
Life care Plano LTAC
06.2004 - 02.2007
- Administered medications and treatments as prescribed, ensuring patient safety and compliance with care plans.
- Monitored vital signs and reported changes to the healthcare team for timely intervention.
- Collaborated with multidisciplinary teams to develop and implement individualized patient care strategies.
- Educated patients and families on health management, enhancing understanding of conditions and treatment plans.
- Collected and documented vital signs to maintain current records of patients' conditions.
- Enhanced patient care by implementing individualized nursing plans and effectively collaborating with interdisciplinary team members.
- Streamlined workflow processes by efficiently managing time-sensitive tasks such as wound dressings, vital sign monitoring, and medication administration.
- Administered basic patient care and treatments by dressing wounds, treating bedsores, giving enemas and performing catheterizations.
Education
LVN - Nursing
Texarkana Community College
Texarkana, TXSkills
- Vital signs monitoring
- HIPAA compliance
- Compassionate care
- Catheter care
- Diabetes management
- Tracheostomy care
- Discharge planning
- Preventative care
- Feeding tube management
- Oxygen therapy
- Vital signs
- Direct patient care
- Documenting intake
- Documentation accuracy
- Clinical documentation
- Wound care
- End-of-life care
- Pain management
- Medication dispensing
- Family communication
- Medication administration
- Infection control
- Transcribing orders
- ADL assistance
- Patient management
- Pulse oximetry tracking
- Patient intake
- Inpatient care
- Staff supervision
- Palliative care
- Emergency response
- Maintaining nutrition
- Writing reports
- Home health care
- EMR / EHR
Accomplishments
- Collaborated with team of 5 in the development of [Project name].
- Resolved product issue through consumer testing.
LVAD
Certified in the care of LVAD patients . Filling the direction of phyphysicians orders.
Timeline
LVN Floor Nurse
Kindred Dallas Central
03.2008 - Current
LVN Floor Nurse
Life care Plano LTAC
06.2004 - 02.2007
LVN - Nursing
Texarkana Community College