Vanessa Lewis
Salem,MO
Summary
Dynamic LPN Team Lead at Mercy Clinic with proven expertise in clinical leadership and patient care coordination. Successfully mentored new staff, enhancing team performance and compliance with healthcare regulations. Skilled in medical documentation and fostering effective communication among healthcare teams, ensuring high-quality patient outcomes and safety protocols.
Overview
17
17
years of professional experience
Work History
LPN Team Lead
Mercy Clinic
Salem, SC
07.2011 - Current
- Led team of LPNs in providing high-quality patient care and support.
- Coordinated daily operations to ensure efficient workflow among nursing staff.
- Mentored new LPNs, enhancing their skills and integration into the team.
- Developed and implemented best practices for patient management and safety protocols.
- Monitored compliance with healthcare regulations and quality standards within the clinic.
- Facilitated training sessions to improve team performance and knowledge retention.
- Managed scheduling and staffing to maintain adequate nurse-to-patient ratios during shifts.
- Collaborated with other healthcare professionals effectively, ensuring seamless coordination between departments during patient transfers or consultations.
- Monitored inventory levels of medical supplies closely, ordering necessary items promptly to prevent shortages.
- Supported diagnoses by taking blood samples from patients for laboratory testing.
- Took samples to complete diagnostic and routine assessment tests.
- Provided patient education on health care issues and prescribed medications.
- Responded to patient requests with appropriate clinical and personal assistance.
- Delivered emotional support to patients and families during challenging times.
- Reviewed patient history to verify conditions and current medications.
- Administered medications and injections to patients.
- Assessed patients' temperature, pulse, and blood pressure and recorded in electronic medical records.
- Documented vitals and medical histories in patient charts when assessing patients and communicated patient information to physicians and other nurses for care continuity.
LPN Office Nurse
Mercy Pediatrics
Rolla, MO
07.2009 - 08.2011
- Administered medications and vaccinations according to pediatric protocols and guidelines.
- Assisted in patient assessments, recording vital signs and medical histories accurately.
- Coordinated with healthcare team to ensure seamless patient care and communication.
- Educated families on treatment plans, health maintenance, and preventive care strategies.
Education
LPN -
Rolla Technical Center
Rolla, MOHigh School Diploma -
Salem R80
Salem MOSkills
- Clinical leadership
- HIPAA compliance
- Medical documentation
- Patient care coordination
- Vital signs monitoring
- Clinical judgment
- Teamwork
- Problem-solving
- Time management
- Responsible and dependable
- Multitasking
- Excellent communication
- CPR certification
- Team collaboration
- Immunization administration
- Specimen collection
- Call answering and assistance
Timeline
LPN Team Lead
Mercy Clinic
07.2011 - Current
LPN Office Nurse
Mercy Pediatrics
07.2009 - 08.2011
LPN -
Rolla Technical Center
High School Diploma -
Salem R80