VICKEY PLACE
Miamisburg,OH
Summary
Compassionate LPN with extensive experience at Kettering Health Network, excelling in medication administration and patient assessments. Seasoned nurse of twenty one years.
Proven ability to enhance patient care through effective communication and collaboration with interdisciplinary teams, ensuring compliance with regulatory standards and fostering a safe environment. Dedicated to delivering empathetic support and quality care to diverse patient populations.
Overview
20
20
years of professional experience
Work History
LPN
Kettering Health Network
01.2021 - Current
- 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.
- Obtained patient vital signs and input/output measurements from inpatients.
- Assisted with admissions, appointments, transfers, and discharges.
- Answered incoming phone calls from patients to provide basic assistance and triage medical concerns.
- Addressed any concerns or questions posed by patients or family members promptly to maintain confidence in their care plan.
- Collaborated with interdisciplinary team of healthcare and social service providers to address patients' needs through effective intervention and care planning.
LPN
OHIOS HOSPICE
09.2017 - 02.2023
- Administered controlled narcotics, inserted IVs, and performed catheterizations.
- 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.
- Performed routine evaluations of each patient's status, needs, and preferences.
- Accurately recorded interactions in medical charts, documenting accidents and interventions applied.
LPN
Saber Healthcare
09.2016 - 09.2017
- Adhered to treatment plan instructions when administering medications and treatments to patients.
- Improved patient outcomes by providing high-quality nursing care and closely monitoring vital signs.
- Cared for wounds, provided treatments, and assisted with procedures.
- Reduced medication errors by accurately administering medications and diligently verifying patient information.
- Documented accurate and complete patient information to address patient problems and expected outcomes.
- Conducted thorough patient assessments to identify medical needs and develop appropriate treatment plans.
LPN
Miami Valley Hospital
01.2005 - 04.2016
- Participated in ongoing professional development opportunities to enhance knowledge base and skillset as an LPN.
- Demonstrated adaptability in working with diverse patient populations across various healthcare settings.
- Enhanced patient satisfaction levels through effective communication and empathetic listening skills.
- Used aseptic techniques to provide sterilized wound care and dressing applications.
- Assisted in the management of chronic health conditions by providing education, support, and follow-up care.
- Collaborated with interdisciplinary healthcare teams to develop comprehensive care plans for patients.
- Administered medications and injections to patients.
- Responded to patient requests with appropriate clinical and personal assistance.
Education
Other - LPN
Miami Valley Career Technology Center
Englewood, OH06-2004
Skills
- Medication administration
- Vital signs monitoring
- Medical documentation
- Geriatric nursing
- Catheter care
- Tracheostomy care
- Compassionate care
- End-of-life care
- Diabetes management
- Rehabilitation nursing
- Hospice care
- IV therapy
- Wound care
- Direct patient care
- Patient assessments
- Physical assessment
- Breathing treatments
- Clinical judgment
- Family communication
- Pulse oximetry tracking
- ADL assistance
- Inpatient care
- Pain management
- Licensed practical nurse
- Counting narcotics
- Empathetic and compassionate
- Verbal and written communication
- Rehabilitation techniques
- Chronic disease management
- Geriatric care
Timeline
LPN
Kettering Health Network
01.2021 - Current
LPN
OHIOS HOSPICE
09.2017 - 02.2023
LPN
Saber Healthcare
09.2016 - 09.2017
LPN
Miami Valley Hospital
01.2005 - 04.2016
Other - LPN
Miami Valley Career Technology Center
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