Proven LPN with a strong background in geriatric and palliative care, demonstrated through impactful patient outcomes at Osceola Regional Medical Center. Expert in vital signs monitoring and compassionate care, I excel in fast-paced environments, ensuring high standards of HIPAA compliance and patient satisfaction. My dedication to continuous professional development and teamwork has significantly enhanced nursing cohesiveness and patient care quality. Well-qualified medical professional with experience triaging patients, capturing information and completing basic procedures such as wound care. Excellent communication, prioritization and multitasking abilities with sound judgment and compassionate nature. Background in clinic and hospital environments.
Overview
19
19
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
LPN
Osceola Regional Medical Center, HCA
02.2023 - 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.
Demonstrated adaptability in working with diverse patient populations across various healthcare settings.
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.
Accurately recorded interactions in medical charts, documenting accidents and interventions applied.
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.
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.
Evaluated patients to identify and address wounds, behavioral concerns, and medically relevant symptoms.
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.
Increased nursing team cohesiveness through active participation in staff meetings and open communication with colleagues.
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.
Reviewed patient history to verify conditions and current medications.
LPN
Kindred at Home
01.2021 - 01.2023
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.
Performed wound care treatments using sterile techniques, promoting healing and preventing complications.
Used aseptic techniques to provide sterilized wound care and dressing applications.
LPN
Bond Clinic
01.2006 - 01.2022
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.
Obtained patient vital signs and input/output measurements from inpatients.
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.
Took samples to complete diagnostic and routine assessment tests.