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Vickie Wiederstein

Stroud

Summary


Experienced with patient care, including administering medications and monitoring vital signs. Utilizes strong communication and interpersonal skills to foster positive patient relationships and efficient team collaboration. Track record of providing compassionate and attentive care, ensuring patient comfort and safety.

Overview

21
21
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification

Work History

LPN

Stroud Regional Medical Center
08.2004 - 08.2025
  • 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.
  • Documented accurate and complete patient information to address patient problems and expected outcomes.
  • Demonstrated excellent technical skills in wound dressing changes, IV therapy administration, catheter insertion, and other routine nursing procedures.
  • Facilitated efficient communication between patients, families, and healthcare providers to promote continuity of care across settings.
  • Obtained patient vital signs and input/output measurements from inpatients.
  • Performed routine evaluations of each patient's status, needs, and preferences.
  • Adapted quickly to changing patient needs, adjusting care plans accordingly to ensure optimal outcomes in diverse clinical scenarios.
  • Administered controlled narcotics, inserted IVs, and performed catheterizations.
  • Comforted and counseled patients and families throughout care process.
  • Educated patients and families on health promotion, disease prevention, and self-care management strategies.
  • Collaborated with interdisciplinary team of healthcare and social service providers to address patients' needs through effective intervention and care planning.
  • Evaluated patients to identify and address wounds, behavioral concerns, and medically relevant symptoms.
  • Gathered lab specimens, ordered testing, and interpreted results to diagnose patients.
  • Used aseptic techniques to provide sterilized wound care and dressing applications.
  • Maintained a safe and therapeutic environment for patients through effective risk assessment and crisis intervention strategies.
  • Assisted with feeding and monitored intake to help patients achieve nutritional objectives.

LPN Charge Nurse

Stroud Health Care Center
01.2017 - 12.2021
  • Assessed patients' temperature, pulse, and blood pressure and recorded in electronic medical records.
  • Delegated tasks effectively, optimizing staff productivity and maintaining a well-organized nursing unit.
  • Assembled and used equipment such as catheters, tracheotomy tubes, or oxygen suppliers to effectively manage patient care.
  • Utilized critical thinking skills to make sound clinical decisions in high-pressure situations, minimizing risks and ensuring patient safety.
  • Provided compassionate end-of-life care, supporting patients and their families through difficult times.
  • Served as a mentor to new nurses, fostering a positive work environment and promoting professional growth.

LPN Clinic Coordinator

Dr. Teodoro Davin
01.2006 - 08.2009
  • Safeguarded patient privacy by strictly adhering to HIPAA regulations in all aspects of documentation and communication.
  • Conducted initial patient assessments, obtaining vital signs and medical histories to inform healthcare providers'' decision-making processes.

Education

Lpn Certificate - LPN

Central Technology Center
Drumright, OK
11-2004

Skills

  • Medication administration
  • Direct patient care
  • Vital signs monitoring
  • HIPAA compliance
  • Compassionate care
  • Geriatric care
  • Clinical documentation
  • Vital signs
  • Patient assessments
  • Clinical judgment

Certification

BLS

ACLS

PALS

Timeline

LPN Charge Nurse

Stroud Health Care Center
01.2017 - 12.2021

LPN Clinic Coordinator

Dr. Teodoro Davin
01.2006 - 08.2009

LPN

Stroud Regional Medical Center
08.2004 - 08.2025

Lpn Certificate - LPN

Central Technology Center

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