Tricia Nelson
Grand Island,NE
Summary
Motivated professional with strong interpersonal skills, excellent time management abilities, and problem-solving expertise. Seeking a full-time position that presents professional challenges. Thrives in an environment that values collaboration and innovation. Proven track record of delivering results and exceeding expectations. Confident in ability to make a valuable impact in any organization.
Overview
23
23
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
LPN Charge Nurse
Memorial Community Health, INC
07.2018 - Current
- Assessed patients' temperature, pulse, and blood pressure and recorded in electronic medical records.
- Delegated tasks effectively, optimizing staff productivity and maintaining a well-organized nursing unit.
- Assembled and used equipment such as catheters, tracheotomy tubes, or oxygen suppliers to effectively manage patient care.
- Utilized critical thinking skills to make sound clinical decisions in high-pressure situations, minimizing risks and ensuring patient safety.
LPN Charge Nurse
Premier Estates of Fremont and West Point
11.2016 - 06.2018
- Assessed patients' temperature, pulse, and blood pressure and recorded in electronic medical records.
- Delegated tasks effectively, optimizing staff productivity and maintaining a well-organized nursing unit.
- Assembled and used equipment such as catheters, tracheotomy tubes, or oxygen suppliers to effectively manage patient care.
- Utilized critical thinking skills to make sound clinical decisions in high-pressure situations, minimizing risks and ensuring patient safety.
- Documented vitals and medical histories in patient charts when assessing patients and communicated patient information to physicians and other nurses for care continuity.
- Developed strong relationships with patients'' families, keeping them informed of progress reports and collaborating on decisions regarding their loved ones'' healthcare plans.
- Managed daily staff assignments and patient scheduling to guarantee clinic coverage and flow.
LPN
Travel: Mosaic
10.2016 - 11.2016
- 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.
- Documented accurate and complete patient information to address patient problems and expected outcomes.
- Demonstrated adaptability in working with diverse patient populations across various healthcare settings.
Travel Assignment as LPN @ LTC Facility
Travel: Good Samaritan Society-Sioux Falls, SD
07.2016 - 11.2016
- 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.
- Adhered to treatment plan instructions when administering medications and treatments to patients.
- Reduced medication errors by accurately administering medications and diligently verifying patient information.
- Demonstrated adaptability in working with diverse patient populations across various healthcare settings.
LPN for LTC
Laurel Manor Care Center
05.2016 - 07.2016
- 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.
- Performed wound care treatments using sterile techniques, promoting healing and preventing complications.
- Provided emotional support to patients and families during difficult times, fostering positive relationships built on trust and compassion.
Travel LPN
Saunders Medical Center
02.2016 - 05.2016
- Provided compassionate end-of-life care for terminally ill patients while supporting their families during difficult times.
- Reduced hospital readmission rates through diligent patient education on self-care management and follow-up appointments.
- Improved patient satisfaction by providing high-quality nursing care and addressing individual needs during travel assignments.
- Enhanced patient recovery rates by administering medications, monitoring vital signs, and conducting regular assessments.
- Maintained accurate and up-to-date documentation of patient records, adhering to HIPAA regulations and facility policies.
- Fostered a positive work environment by collaborating effectively with fellow nurses, CNAs, and other healthcare professionals.
LPN Office Nurse
Medcor
04.2015 - 02.2016
- Assisted in maintaining a clean and organized office environment by performing housekeeping tasks such as disposing of biohazardous waste, sanitizing exam rooms, and restocking supplies as needed.
- Promoted patient safety and comfort during office visits by attentively monitoring their condition and promptly addressing any concerns or discomforts expressed.
- Managed inventory of medical supplies within the office, ensuring adequate stock levels while minimizing waste through effective organization strategies.
- Assessed patient health status based upon presented symptoms and directed patient to appropriate level of care or acceptable alternative venue.
LPN Office Nurse
Medcor
03.2015 - 04.2015
- Improved patient experience by providing compassionate and attentive nursing services in a busy office setting.
- Assisted in maintaining a clean and organized office environment by performing housekeeping tasks such as disposing of biohazardous waste, sanitizing exam rooms, and restocking supplies as needed.
- Managed inventory of medical supplies within the office, ensuring adequate stock levels while minimizing waste through effective organization strategies.
- Assessed patient health status based upon presented symptoms and directed patient to appropriate level of care or acceptable alternative venue.
LPN Charge Nurse
Golden Living Center - Nursing Home
07.2014 - 03.2015
- Assessed patients' temperature, pulse, and blood pressure and recorded in electronic medical records.
- Delegated tasks effectively, optimizing staff productivity and maintaining a well-organized nursing unit.
- Assembled and used equipment such as catheters, tracheotomy tubes, or oxygen suppliers to effectively manage patient care.
- Utilized critical thinking skills to make sound clinical decisions in high-pressure situations, minimizing risks and ensuring patient safety.
- Served as charge nurse, caring for patients with serious illnesses.
- Documented vitals and medical histories in patient charts when assessing patients and communicated patient information to physicians and other nurses for care continuity.
- Maintained accurate medical records in accordance with established protocols, ensuring confidentiality of sensitive information at all times.
- Administered medications and injections to patients.
LPN Charge Nurse
Arbor Manor Care Center
05.2008 - 07.2014
- Assessed patients' temperature, pulse, and blood pressure and recorded in electronic medical records.
- Delegated tasks effectively, optimizing staff productivity and maintaining a well-organized nursing unit.
- Assembled and used equipment such as catheters, tracheotomy tubes, or oxygen suppliers to effectively manage patient care.
- Utilized critical thinking skills to make sound clinical decisions in high-pressure situations, minimizing risks and ensuring patient safety.
- Analyzed patient assessments and laboratory data to bring any issues to attention of physicians.
- Served as charge nurse, caring for patients with serious illnesses.
- Documented vitals and medical histories in patient charts when assessing patients and communicated patient information to physicians and other nurses for care continuity.
- Provided compassionate end-of-life care, supporting patients and their families through difficult times.
- Promoted continuity of care by thoroughly documenting shift-to-shift communication in nursing reports.
- Developed strong relationships with patients'' families, keeping them informed of progress reports and collaborating on decisions regarding their loved ones'' healthcare plans.
- Maintained accurate medical records in accordance with established protocols, ensuring confidentiality of sensitive information at all times.
- Managed daily staff assignments and patient scheduling to guarantee clinic coverage and flow.
- Delivered direct quality care to patients by evaluating medical conditions and managing and assessing treatments.
- Coordinated timely admissions, transfers, and discharges for efficient bed utilization within the nursing unit.
LPN Charge Nurse
Birchwood Nursing Home
02.2004 - 05.2008
- Assessed patients' temperature, pulse, and blood pressure and recorded in electronic medical records.
- Delegated tasks effectively, optimizing staff productivity and maintaining a well-organized nursing unit.
- Assembled and used equipment such as catheters, tracheotomy tubes, or oxygen suppliers to effectively manage patient care.
- Utilized critical thinking skills to make sound clinical decisions in high-pressure situations, minimizing risks and ensuring patient safety.
- Analyzed patient assessments and laboratory data to bring any issues to attention of physicians.
- Served as charge nurse, caring for patients with serious illnesses.
- Promoted continuity of care by thoroughly documenting shift-to-shift communication in nursing reports.
- Managed complex wound care cases, applying advanced knowledge of wound healing principles to achieve optimal results.
- Developed strong relationships with patients'' families, keeping them informed of progress reports and collaborating on decisions regarding their loved ones'' healthcare plans.
- Maintained accurate medical records in accordance with established protocols, ensuring confidentiality of sensitive information at all times.
- Managed daily staff assignments and patient scheduling to guarantee clinic coverage and flow.
- Administered medications and injections to patients.
- Monitored patient health conditions to report changes to assigned physician.
LPN Charge Nurse
Arbor Manor Care Center
06.2003 - 02.2004
- Assessed patients' temperature, pulse, and blood pressure and recorded in electronic medical records.
- Delegated tasks effectively, optimizing staff productivity and maintaining a well-organized nursing unit.
- Assembled and used equipment such as catheters, tracheotomy tubes, or oxygen suppliers to effectively manage patient care.
- Utilized critical thinking skills to make sound clinical decisions in high-pressure situations, minimizing risks and ensuring patient safety.
- Analyzed patient assessments and laboratory data to bring any issues to attention of physicians.
- Served as charge nurse, caring for patients with serious illnesses.
- Documented vitals and medical histories in patient charts when assessing patients and communicated patient information to physicians and other nurses for care continuity.
- Provided compassionate end-of-life care, supporting patients and their families through difficult times.
- Promoted continuity of care by thoroughly documenting shift-to-shift communication in nursing reports.
- Managed complex wound care cases, applying advanced knowledge of wound healing principles to achieve optimal results.
- Maintained accurate medical records in accordance with established protocols, ensuring confidentiality of sensitive information at all times.
- Managed daily staff assignments and patient scheduling to guarantee clinic coverage and flow.
- Administered medications and injections to patients.
- Monitored patient health conditions to report changes to assigned physician.
LPN Charge Nurse
Nye Pointe
01.2003 - 06.2003
- Assessed patients' temperature, pulse, and blood pressure and recorded in electronic medical records.
- Delegated tasks effectively, optimizing staff productivity and maintaining a well-organized nursing unit.
- Assembled and used equipment such as catheters, tracheotomy tubes, or oxygen suppliers to effectively manage patient care.
- Utilized critical thinking skills to make sound clinical decisions in high-pressure situations, minimizing risks and ensuring patient safety.
- Served as charge nurse, caring for patients with serious illnesses.
- Promoted continuity of care by thoroughly documenting shift-to-shift communication in nursing reports.
- Managed complex wound care cases, applying advanced knowledge of wound healing principles to achieve optimal results.
- Developed strong relationships with patients'' families, keeping them informed of progress reports and collaborating on decisions regarding their loved ones'' healthcare plans.
- Maintained accurate medical records in accordance with established protocols, ensuring confidentiality of sensitive information at all times.
- Managed daily staff assignments and patient scheduling to guarantee clinic coverage and flow.
- Delivered direct quality care to patients by evaluating medical conditions and managing and assessing treatments.
LPN
Memorial Community Care
09.2001 - 01.2003
- Administered controlled narcotics, inserted IVs, and performed catheterizations.
- 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.
- Cared for wounds, provided treatments, and assisted with procedures.
- Documented accurate and complete patient information to address patient problems and expected outcomes.
- Demonstrated adaptability in working with diverse patient populations across various healthcare settings.
- 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.
Education
Completed LPN Program - LPN
Central Community College
Grand Island, NE08.2001
Skills
- Vital signs monitoring
- Nursing Documentation
- Geriatric Care
- End of life care
- Policy compliance
- Surgical care
- Patient Charting
- Critical Thinking
- Medication Administration
- Wound Care
- Dementia Knowledge and Care
- Specimen Collection
- CPR/AED
Certification
- Licensed LPN - 23 years, license in Nebraska
- License # 18237 expires 10/31/2025
- CPR-BLS expires 5/26
Timeline
LPN Charge Nurse
Memorial Community Health, INC
07.2018 - Current
LPN Charge Nurse
Premier Estates of Fremont and West Point
11.2016 - 06.2018
LPN
Travel: Mosaic
10.2016 - 11.2016
Travel Assignment as LPN @ LTC Facility
Travel: Good Samaritan Society-Sioux Falls, SD
07.2016 - 11.2016
LPN for LTC
Laurel Manor Care Center
05.2016 - 07.2016
Travel LPN
Saunders Medical Center
02.2016 - 05.2016
LPN Office Nurse
Medcor
04.2015 - 02.2016
LPN Office Nurse
Medcor
03.2015 - 04.2015
LPN Charge Nurse
Golden Living Center - Nursing Home
07.2014 - 03.2015
LPN Charge Nurse
Arbor Manor Care Center
05.2008 - 07.2014
LPN Charge Nurse
Birchwood Nursing Home
02.2004 - 05.2008
LPN Charge Nurse
Arbor Manor Care Center
06.2003 - 02.2004
LPN Charge Nurse
Nye Pointe
01.2003 - 06.2003
LPN
Memorial Community Care
09.2001 - 01.2003
Completed LPN Program - LPN
Central Community College
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