Wendy Weathers
Kokomo,IN
Summary
Compact-Licensed LPN offering 17+ years of healthcare experience. Proficient in delivering exceptional nursing care, triaging conditions and supporting diverse patient needs. Certified in First Aid, CPR, TB administration.
Overview
18
18
years of professional experience
Work History
LPN Charge Nurse
Trustaff Travel Nurses
Boca Raton, FL
07.2021 - Current
- Served as charge nurse, caring for patients with serious illnesses.
- Documented vitals and medical histories in patient charts when assessing patients and communicated patient information to physicians and other nurses for care continuity.
- Delivered direct quality care to patients by evaluating medical conditions and managing and assessing treatments.
LPN Charge Nurse
Camelot Care Center
Logansport, IN
04.2017 - Current
- Served as charge nurse, caring for patients with serious illnesses.
- Delivered direct quality care to patients by evaluating medical conditions and managing and assessing treatments.
- Documented vitals and medical histories in patient charts when assessing patients and communicated patient information to physicians and other nurses for care continuity.
- Assembled and used equipment such as catheters, tracheotomy tubes or oxygen suppliers to effectively manage patient care.
Garden House Director
Merrill Gardens At Rockridge
Oakland, CA
08.2019 - 06.2020
- Promoted positive relations between residents and staff.
- Assisted residents with transitioning into new living environment and maintained strong relationships with residents.
- Enforced policies and safety standards through building and room rounds.
- Supported personal needs of residents dealing with diverse conditions.
- Facilitated floor meetings to discuss concerns, review complaints and convey information about policy changes.
- Strategized to improve resident care and satisfaction and held weekly meetings with directors to advocate for resident needs.
LPN Charge Nurse
Waterford Place Health Campus
Kokomo, IN
11.2015 - 03.2017
- Documented vitals and medical histories in patient charts when assessing patients and communicated patient information to physicians and other nurses for care continuity.
- 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.
- Promoted patient independence by teaching self-care skills and explaining conditions and medications.
LPN Charge Nurse
Kindred Healthcare
Kokomo, IN
10.2013 - 11.2015
- Served as charge nurse, caring for patients with serious illnesses.
- Documented vitals and medical histories in patient charts when assessing patients and communicated patient information to physicians and other nurses for care continuity.
- 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.
LPN Charge Nurse
Riverwalk Village
Noblesville, IN
07.2009 - 08.2013
- Served as charge nurse, caring for patients with serious illnesses.
- Documented vitals and medical histories in patient charts when assessing patients and communicated patient information to physicians and other nurses for care continuity.
- 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.
- Promoted patient independence by teaching self-care skills and explaining conditions and medications.
LPN Charge Nurse
Maple Park Village
Westfield, IN
10.2007 - 06.2009
- Served as charge nurse, caring for patients with serious illnesses.
- Documented vitals and medical histories in patient charts when assessing patients and communicated patient information to physicians and other nurses for care continuity.
- 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.
LPN Floor Nurse
Seton Specialty Care Hospital
Indianapolis, IN
07.2006 - 10.2007
- Adhered to treatment plan instructions when administering medications and treatments to patients.
- 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.
- Managed patient care through closely monitoring respiration, blood pressure and blood glucose levels.
- Used aseptic techniques to provide sterilized wound care and dressing applications.
Education
Practical Nursing - Practical Nursing
Ivy Tech Community College
Kokomo, IN05.2005
Skills
- Medication Administration (PO, G/J Tube, IM, IV)
- Tracheostomy Management
- Wound Management
- G/J Tube, Mickey Button Management
- Diabetic Management
- Assessment Skills
- Communicate with Physicians
- Critical Thinking
- Lavage, Suctioning
- Documentation (PCC,EPIC,MATRIX,ECS)
- Multitasking Abilities
- Organization and Time Management
Timeline
LPN Charge Nurse
Trustaff Travel Nurses
07.2021 - Current
Garden House Director
Merrill Gardens At Rockridge
08.2019 - 06.2020
LPN Charge Nurse
Camelot Care Center
04.2017 - Current
LPN Charge Nurse
Waterford Place Health Campus
11.2015 - 03.2017
LPN Charge Nurse
Kindred Healthcare
10.2013 - 11.2015
LPN Charge Nurse
Riverwalk Village
07.2009 - 08.2013
LPN Charge Nurse
Maple Park Village
10.2007 - 06.2009
LPN Floor Nurse
Seton Specialty Care Hospital
07.2006 - 10.2007
Practical Nursing - Practical Nursing
Ivy Tech Community College