Whitney Lewis
Registered Nurse
Lovell
Summary
Accomplished Licensed Practical Nurse with expertise in geriatric care, memory care and medication administration at New Horizons Care Center. Excelled in patient care, maintaing safety, and enhancing resident well-being. Proven ability to collaborate effectively with healthcare teams, delivering compassionate care efficiently as well as providing end-of-life care and fostering a supportive environment.
Overview
4
4
years of professional experience
Work History
Licensed Practical Nurse
New Horizons Care Center
05.2025 - Current
- Manage resident care through closely monitoring respiration, blood pressure, and blood glucose levels.
- Care for wounds, provided treatments, and passed daily medications.
- Collaborate with interdisciplinary team of healthcare to address residents' needs through effective intervention and care planning.
- Evaluate residents to identify and address wounds, behavioral concerns, and medically relevant symptoms.
- Comforted and counseled patients and families throughout care process.
- Provided compassionate palliative care for residents while supporting their emotional needs during end-of-life stages.
Certified Nursing Assistant
New Horizons Care Center
10.2023 - 05.2025
- Performed accurate documentation of resident input and out put as well as activities of daily living.
- Utilized therapeutic communication, empathy and active listening skills to encourage and develop positive relationships with residents.
- Cared for residents in nursing home facility and delivered high-quality support to meet needs.
- Prevented pressure ulcers development through frequent turning, repositioning of residents, and diligent skin checks.
- Provided high-quality personal care services such as bathing, grooming, dressing, and feeding to ensure patient dignity.
- Reduced fall incidents by implementing safety measures like bed alarms and proper positioning techniques.
Activity Aide
New Horizons Care Center
05.2022 - 10.2023
- Transported residents on outings to facilitate community activity initiatives.
- Advocated for resident needs during interdisciplinary meetings, ensuring the provision of appropriate resources and support to maximize participation in desired activities.
- Boosted social interaction among residents through coordinating group games, discussions, and shared hobby sessions.
- Coordinated special events such as holiday celebrations or themed parties, creating memorable experiences for both residents and their families.
Clinic Receptionist
North Big Horn Hospital Clinic
08.2021 - 05.2022
- Handled sensitive patient information with discretion and adhered to HIPAA regulations consistently throughout daily tasks.
- Optimized patients' satisfaction and provider time by scheduling appointments in person or by telephone.
- Processed payments from patients for co-pays and uninsured visits.
- Upheld positive reputation of medical office by setting friendly tone and maintaining politeness.
- Efficiently managed multiple lines of communication, including phone calls, emails, and faxes.
- Improved communication between patients and medical staff with accurate message relay.
Education
Associate Degree in Nursing - Nursing
Northwest College
Powell, WY 05.2001 -
Skills
Medication administration
Geriatric care
Vital signs monitoring
Compassionate care
Dementia knowledge and care
Pain management
End-of-life care
BLS Certified
Communication
Teamwork and collaboration
Timeline
Licensed Practical Nurse
New Horizons Care Center
05.2025 - Current
Certified Nursing Assistant
New Horizons Care Center
10.2023 - 05.2025
Activity Aide
New Horizons Care Center
05.2022 - 10.2023
Clinic Receptionist
North Big Horn Hospital Clinic
08.2021 - 05.2022
Associate Degree in Nursing - Nursing
Northwest College
05.2001 -