TRICIA SUDDARD
Hudson Falls,NY
Summary
Licensed nursing professional skilled in patient care, medication administration, and health monitoring. Strong focus on team collaboration, ensuring reliable support and adaptability to changing needs. Known for effective communication, problem-solving, and empathy in high-pressure environments. Prepared to contribute significantly to enhancing patient outcomes and overall healthcare quality.
Overview
10
10
years of professional experience
Work History
Licensed Practical Nurse
The Pines Nursing and Rehab
07.2024 - Current
- Performed physical assessments, including vital signs and health history documentation.
- Provided patient care in accordance with physicians' orders and nursing standards of practice.
- Administered medications and treatments according to established protocols.
- Observed changes in patient's condition and reported any significant changes to the registered nurse or physician.
- Monitored vital signs, fluid intake and output levels, glucose levels, and other medical tests results.
- Ensured that all clinical documentation is accurate and up-to-date in the electronic medical record system.
- Communicated effectively with patients, family members, healthcare team members, and other stakeholders regarding patient care plans or concerns.
- Cared for wounds, provided treatments, and assisted with procedures.
- Improved patient outcomes by administering medications, monitoring vital signs, and documenting relevant information.
- Managed patient care through closely monitoring respiration, blood pressure, and blood glucose levels.
- Obtained patient vital signs and input/output measurements from inpatients.
- Provided compassionate palliative care for terminally ill patients while supporting their emotional needs during end-of-life stages.
- Mentored new nursing staff to enhance professional development opportunities within the team dynamic.
- Used aseptic techniques to provide sterilized wound care and dressing applications.
- Delivered updates in patient status to charge nurse, recording changes in medical records.
- Improved patient satisfaction with empathetic communication and timely response to needs.
- Maintained meticulous records of patient care, treatments, and progress, ensuring continuity of care.
- Enhanced patient recovery by providing compassionate care and closely monitoring vital signs.
- Advocated for patients' needs and preferences with healthcare providers, fostering patient-centered care.
Certified Medical Assistant
Hudson Headwaters Health Network
11.2020 - 12.2023
- Assisted physicians and nurses with patient exams, including taking vital signs, preparing exam rooms, and updating medical records.
- Performed administrative duties such as scheduling appointments, answering phones, and filing paperwork.
- Prepared specimens for laboratory testing and performed routine laboratory tests.
- Conducted diagnostic tests such as EKGs or hearing screenings in accordance with established protocols.
- Collected urine samples from patients for drug screens or pregnancy tests when necessary.
- Maintained cleanliness in examination rooms by stocking supplies and disposing of used materials properly.
- Directed patients to exam rooms, fielded questions, and prepared for physician examinations.
- Provided compassionate care for patients, addressing their concerns and ensuring a positive experience.
- Assisted physicians with various procedures, ensuring comfort and accuracy for optimal patient outcomes.
- Collected and documented patient medical information such as blood pressure and weight.
- Assisted with routine checks and diagnostic testing by collecting and processing specimens.
- Conducted preliminary patient evaluations measuring weight, temperature and blood pressure.
- Communicated clearly and effectively with patients to verify information, determine purpose of visit and record medical history.
- Consistently maintained up-to-date certifications, demonstrating dedication to professional development and quality patient care.
- Performed diagnostic tests accurately, contributing to swift diagnosis and appropriate treatment options.
- Obtained client medical history, medication information, symptoms, and allergies.
- Assisted physicians with minor surgeries, including preparing operating room and sterilizing instruments.
- Obtained and documented patient medical history, vital signs and current complaints at intake.
- Completed EKGs and other tests based on patient presentation in office.
- Prepared lab specimens for diagnostic evaluation.
Personal Care Aid
Glens Falls Hospital
02.2016 - 11.2020
- Assisted clients with daily living activities for increased comfort and quality of life.
- Maintained a safe and clean environment for clients, reducing health risks and promoting overall wellbeing.
- Recognized and reported abnormalities or changes in patients' health status to case manager.
- Assisted patients with bathing, grooming, dressing, and oral hygiene care both in private residences and facilities.
- Provided assistance in daily living activities by dressing, grooming, bathing, and toileting patients.
- Provided timely assistance with personal hygiene tasks for improved self-esteem and dignity preservation.
- Collaborated with healthcare professionals to provide comprehensive care, addressing both physical and emotional needs.
- Turned and positioned bedbound patients to prevent bedsores and maintain comfort levels.
- Monitored vital signs regularly, keeping accurate records and reporting any concerns to healthcare providers promptly.
- Provided safe mobility support to help patients move around personal and public spaces.
- Recorded temperature, blood pressure, pulse, or respiration rate as directed by medical or nursing staff.
- Built strong relationships with clients to deliver emotional support and companionship.
- Assisted with feeding and monitored intake to help patients achieve nutritional objectives.
- Engaged patients in meaningful conversation, socialization, and activity while providing personal care assistance.
Education
Licensed Practical Nurse - Practical Nursing
WSWHE Boces
06-2024
GED -
Hudson Falls High School
Hudson Falls, NY01.1994
Certified Medical Assistant - Healthcare
NHA
Queensbury NY10-2021
Skills
- Patient Care & safety
- Medical Terminology
- Electronic Medical Record
- Vital Signs and Patient Monitoring
- Privacy/HIPAA Regulations
- Patient Advocacy and Support
- Monitor Telemetry
- Clinical Documentation
- Patient Intake
- Wound Care
- Inpatient Care
- Counting narcotics
- Caring for wounds
- Medication Administration
- Empathetic and compassionate
- Medication Dispensing
- HIPAA Compliance
- Geriatric Care
- Breathing Treatments
- Staff Supervision
- Direct Patient Care
- Staff direction and task delegation
- Catheter Care
- Patient evaluations
- Licensed Practical Nurse
- Immunization Administration
- Medication administration
- Direct patient care
- Vital signs monitoring
- HIPAA compliance
- Wound care
- Compassionate care
- Clinical documentation
- Geriatric care
- Vital signs
- Clinical judgment
- Documentation accuracy
- Medication dispensing
- Diabetes management
- Immunization administration
- Infection control
- Family communication
- Catheter care
- Documenting intake
- Breathing treatments
- Health education
- EMR / EHR
- ADL assistance
- Patient intake
- Preventive care
- Caregiving skills
- Transcribing orders
- Palliative care
- Staff supervision
- Pulse oximetry tracking
- Rehabilitation techniques
- Mental health support
- Medical records management
- Home health care
- Medication reconciliation
- End-of-life care
- NYS licensed practical nurse
- Samples collection
- EKG administration
- Tuberculosis testing
- PCC EMR software
- Certified in CPR/AED
- Critical thinking
- Patient charting
- Attention to detail
- Patient education
- Responsible and dependable
- Dementia knowledge and care
- Specimen collection
Timeline
Licensed Practical Nurse
The Pines Nursing and Rehab
07.2024 - Current
Certified Medical Assistant
Hudson Headwaters Health Network
11.2020 - 12.2023
Personal Care Aid
Glens Falls Hospital
02.2016 - 11.2020
GED -
Hudson Falls High School
Licensed Practical Nurse - Practical Nursing
WSWHE Boces
Certified Medical Assistant - Healthcare
NHA
References
References available upon request.
Education
other
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