Valerie St.Jean
Licensed Practical Nurse
Laurel,DE
Summary
Seasoned nursing professional offering proven clinical knowledge, natural interpersonal strengths and technical abilities. Knowledgeable about EMR charting, medication administration and interdisciplinary collaboration focused on optimizing patient care and support. Quality-focused and efficiency-driven leader.
Overview
21
21
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
LPN Charge Nurse
K&S Staffing Solutions, LLC
Salisbury, MD
02.2022 - Current
- 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.
- Worked with multidisciplinary team to carry out successful treatment plans for diverse acute and chronic conditions.
- Clearly and thoroughly explained diagnoses, treatment options and procedures to patients and loved ones, checking in to verify understanding.
- Documented vitals and medical histories in patient charts when assessing patients and communicated patient information to physicians and other nurses for care continuity
- Achieved successful unit leadership by providing quality nursing care to 16 to 26 patients per day in 140-bed unit
LPN Charge Nurse
Delmar Nursing Home & Rehabilitation Facility
Delmar, DE
09.2005 - 09.2022
- 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 while managing care of 27 other residents.
- Assembled and used equipment such as catheters, tracheotomy tubes or oxygen suppliers to effectively manage patient care.
- Developed individual care plans to meet patient needs and achieve treatment goals.
- Took samples to complete diagnostic and routine assessment tests.
- Supported diagnoses by taking blood samples from patients for laboratory testing.
LPN Occupational Health Nurse
Perdue Farms Inc. - Georgetown
Georgetown, DE
01.2018 - 01.2019
- 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 for over 30 residents during course of day.
- Used aseptic techniques to provide sterilized wound care and dressing applications.
- Cared for wounds, provided treatments and assisted with procedures.
- Gathered lab specimens, ordered testing and interpreted results to diagnose patients.
LPN Charge Nurse
Atlantic Shores Rehabilitation And Nursing Center
Millsboro, DE
04.2011 - 08.2017
- Delivered direct quality care to patients by evaluating medical conditions and managing and assessing treatments for 26 patients on floor while assisting other nurses with their assignments as requested.
- 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.
- Worked with multidisciplinary team to carry out successful treatment plans for diverse acute and chronic conditions.
- Helped long-term care residents with bathing, dressing, feeding and other daily living activities.
Education
Licensed Practical Nurse - Nursing
Delaware Technical And Community College - Owens
Georgetown, DE05.2005
Skills
- Oral Conditions
- Medication Side Effect Knowledge
- Work Planning and Coordination
- Examination and Test Preparation
- Needs Assessment
- Nursing Intervention Evaluations
- Care Planning and Modifications
- Conditions Reporting
- Tracheotomy Tubes
- Tracheostomy Care
- Wound Dressing
- Nursing Staff Supervision
Certification
- IV and Blood draw Training for over 10 years
Work Availability
monday
tuesday
wednesday
thursday
friday
saturday
sunday
morning
afternoon
evening
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Quote
Service to others is the rent you pay for your room here on earth.
Muhammad Ali
Timeline
LPN Charge Nurse
K&S Staffing Solutions, LLC
02.2022 - Current
LPN Occupational Health Nurse
Perdue Farms Inc. - Georgetown
01.2018 - 01.2019
LPN Charge Nurse
Atlantic Shores Rehabilitation And Nursing Center
04.2011 - 08.2017
LPN Charge Nurse
Delmar Nursing Home & Rehabilitation Facility
09.2005 - 09.2022
Licensed Practical Nurse - Nursing
Delaware Technical And Community College - Owens
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