Trinelle Monique Willis
Baton Rouge,La.
Summary
Professionally trained LPN with experience ensuring high standards of culturally competent care for wide variety of patients with diverse needs.
Overview
26
26
years of professional experience
Work History
LPN Charge Nurse
White Oak
Baton Rouge, LA
03.2022 - 03.2026
- Supervised nursing staff to ensure adherence to care protocols and regulatory compliance.
- Coordinated patient care plans in collaboration with interdisciplinary teams to optimize outcomes.
- Mentored and trained new LPNs, enhancing team efficiency and skill development.
- Administered medications and monitored patient responses, ensuring timely interventions when necessary.
- Conducted regular audits of nursing practices to identify areas for improvement and implement best practices.
- Developed and maintained effective communication channels with patients and families regarding care updates.
- Implemented quality assurance measures that improved patient safety and satisfaction ratings.
- Led team meetings focused on continuous education, fostering a culture of professional growth among staff members.
- Delegated tasks effectively, optimizing staff productivity and maintaining a well-organized nursing unit.
- Promoted continuity of care by thoroughly documenting shift-to-shift communication in nursing reports.
- Promoted patient independence by teaching self-care skills and explaining conditions and medications.
- Managed complex wound care cases, applying advanced knowledge of wound healing principles to achieve optimal results.
- Assisted physicians during procedures, demonstrating strong clinical knowledge and attention to detail for successful outcomes.
- 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
Heritage Manor Nursing Home
Baton Rouge, LA
04.2022 - 01.2023
- Documented accurate and complete patient information to address patient problems and expected outcomes.
- Administered controlled narcotics, inserted IVs and performed catheterizations.
- Performed routine evaluations of each patient's status, needs and preferences.
- Obtained patient vital signs and input/output measurements from inpatients.
- Assisted with admissions, appointments, transfers and discharges.
- Managed patient care through closely monitoring respiration, blood pressure and blood glucose levels.
- Used aseptic techniques to provide sterilized wound care and dressing applications.
- Monitored and tracked patient vitals in AHT and Point Click Care to keep team informed of changing conditions.
- Managed patient care through closely monitoring respiration, blood pressure, and blood glucose levels.
- Facilitated efficient communication between patients, families, and healthcare providers to promote continuity of care across settings.
- Assisted with admissions, appointments, transfers, and discharges.
LPN
Ammon Staffing
05.2021 - 04.2022
- Documented accurate and complete patient information to address patient problems and expected outcomes.
- Administered controlled narcotics, inserted IVs and performed catheterizations.
- Performed routine evaluations of each patient's status, needs and preferences.
- Obtained patient vital signs and input/output measurements from inpatients.
- Assisted with admissions, appointments, transfers and discharges.
- Managed patient care through closely monitoring respiration, blood pressure and blood glucose levels.
- Used aseptic techniques to provide sterilized wound care and dressing applications.
- Monitored and tracked patient vitals in AHT and Point Click Care to keep team informed of changing conditions.
- Administered medications and treatments according to established protocols.
- Monitored patient vital signs, reporting changes to nursing staff promptly.
- Assisted in developing individualized care plans for residents' health needs.
- Conducted routine assessments, ensuring adherence to care standards and regulations.
- Trained new staff on best practices for patient care and safety procedures.
- Collaborated with interdisciplinary teams to enhance resident care outcomes.
- Advocated for residents' needs, fostering strong relationships with families and caregivers.
- Implemented infection control measures, contributing to a safe environment for residents.
- Improved patient outcomes by administering medications, monitoring vital signs, and documenting relevant information.
- Cared for wounds, provided treatments, and assisted with procedures.
- Assisted with admissions, appointments, transfers, and discharges.
- Collaborated with interdisciplinary healthcare teams to ensure continuous quality improvement in patient care delivery.
- Demonstrated excellent technical skills in wound dressing changes, IV therapy administration, catheter insertion, and other routine nursing procedures.
LPN Charge Nurse
Baton Rouge Health Care
Baton Rouge, LA
01.2020 - 04.2021
- Delivered direct quality care to patients by evaluating medical conditions and managing and assessing treatments.
- Analyzed patient assessments and laboratory data to bring any issues to attention of physicians.
- Assembled and used equipment such as catheters, tracheotomy tubes or oxygen suppliers to effectively manage patient care.
- Managed daily staff assignments and patient scheduling to guarantee clinic coverage and flow.
LPN
Jefferson Manor
01.2017 - 12.2020
- Documented accurate and complete patient information to address patient problems and expected outcomes.
- Administered controlled narcotics, inserted IVs and performed catheterizations.
- Performed routine evaluations of each patient's status, needs and preferences.
- Obtained patient vital signs and input/output measurements from inpatients.
- Assisted with admissions, appointments, transfers and discharges.
LPN
Advantage Medical Professionals
04.2013 - 12.2016
- Documented accurate and complete patient information to address patient problems and expected outcomes.
- Administered controlled narcotics, inserted IVs and performed catheterizations.
- Performed routine evaluations of each patient's status, needs and preferences.
- Obtained patient vital signs and input/output measurements from inpatients.
- Used aseptic techniques to provide sterilized wound care and dressing applications.
LPN Charge Nurse
Capitol House Nursing & Rehab Center
Baton Rouge, LA
10.2006 - 03.2013
- Delivered direct quality care to patients by evaluating medical conditions and managing and assessing treatments.
- Analyzed patient assessments and laboratory data to bring any issues to attention of physicians.
- Assembled and used equipment such as catheters, tracheotomy tubes or oxygen suppliers to effectively manage patient care.
- Managed daily staff assignments and patient scheduling to guarantee clinic coverage and flow.
- Provided basic patient care and treatment, such as administering Blood Glucose tests, taking temperature and blood pressure and dressing wounds.
- Promoted patient independence by teaching self-care skills and explaining conditions and medications.
- Developed individual care plans to meet patient needs and achieve treatment goals.
- Assessed patients' temperature, pulse and blood pressure and recorded in electronic medical records.
- Responded to patient requests with appropriate clinical and personal assistance.
- Reviewed patient history to verify conditions and current medications.
- Evaluated patient histories, complaints and current symptoms.
- Worked with multidisciplinary team to carry out successful treatment plans for diverse acute and chronic conditions.
Medical Assistant
Child Health America
04.2000 - 02.2005
- Conducted mandated Kid Med Screenings, physicals and special education assessments and immunizations
- Ensured external follow-up where required.
Education
Associate Degree In Nursing - Nursing
Delta Community College
Baton Rouge, LA01.2006
Medical Assistant - Medical Assisting
Camelote Career College
Baton Rouge, LA01.2000
Graduate - General Studies
Lee High School
Baton Rouge, LA05.1997
Skills
- Acute care expertise
- Psychiatric care
- Preceptor
- Problem resolution capability
- Tracheotomy care
- Insulin medication assistance
- Palliative care awareness
- Patient evaluation/intervention
- Professional bedside manner
- Foley catheter insertion/removal familiarity
- Wound Care
- Direct Patient Care
- Counting Narcotics
- Patient Management
- Time Management
- Maintaining Nutrition
- Caregiving Skills
- Documenting Incidents
- Licensed Practical Nurse
- Charting and Recording
- Medication Administration
- Medication Dispensing
- Critical Thinking
- Documenting Intake
- Immunization Administration
- Behavioral Assessment
- Dementia Knowledge and Care
- Electronic Medical Record (EMR) Software
English Language Some Spanish
English Language Some Espanol
Languages
English
Full Professional
Timeline
LPN
Heritage Manor Nursing Home
04.2022 - 01.2023
LPN Charge Nurse
White Oak
03.2022 - 03.2026
LPN
Ammon Staffing
05.2021 - 04.2022
LPN Charge Nurse
Baton Rouge Health Care
01.2020 - 04.2021
LPN
Jefferson Manor
01.2017 - 12.2020
LPN
Advantage Medical Professionals
04.2013 - 12.2016
LPN Charge Nurse
Capitol House Nursing & Rehab Center
10.2006 - 03.2013
Medical Assistant
Child Health America
04.2000 - 02.2005
Associate Degree In Nursing - Nursing
Delta Community College
Medical Assistant - Medical Assisting
Camelote Career College
Graduate - General Studies
Lee High School