Whitney Lundy
Roanoke,VA
Summary
Patient-oriented Nurse with 10 years of diverse experience in direct patient care, staff supervision and department operations. Skilled at multitasking and prioritizing patient needs and daily assignments. Offering expertise in wound care, orthopedics, post-surgical care and rehabilitation.
Overview
11
11
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Registered Nurse, Wound Department
Lewis Gale Medical Center
11.2022 - Current
- Provided wound care to a diverse patient population suffering from acute and chronic wounds
- Advised patients and caregivers of proper wound management, discharge plan objectives, safe medication use, and disease management.
- Promoted patient and family comfort during challenging recoveries to enhance healing and eliminate non-compliance problems.
- Observed and documented patient factors such as diets, physical activity levels, and behaviors to understand conditions and effectively modify treatment plans.
- Equipped patients with tools and knowledge needed for speedy and sustained recovery.
- Evaluated patient histories, complaints, and current symptoms.
- Recorded details regarding therapies to keep patient charts updated.
Registered Nurse, Orthopedic Unit
Lewis Gale Medical Center
07.2014 - 11.2022
- Served as charge nurse on a high turnover unit with 1:6 patient ratios
- Preceptor to nursing students and new hires
- Administered nursing care to patients with musculoskeletal disorders on a post surgical orthopedic unit with an award winning total joint replacement program
- Supported pain management through administration of non-pharmacological therapies and prescribed medications.
- Assisted patients in execution of physical therapy exercises and interventions, providing both physical and motivational support.
- Explained course of care and medication side effects to patients and caregivers in easy-to-understand terms.
- Educated family members and caregivers on patient care instructions.
Education
Associate Degree in Nursing -
Virginia Western Community College
Roanoke, VA05-2014
Skills
- Wound care specialist
- Negative Pressure Wound Therapy
- Application of multi-layer compression wraps
- Medication and IV administration
- IV insertion and management
- Professional bedside manner
- Acute and rehabilitative care
- Chart updating
- Comprehensive patient assessment
- Charge nurse
- Precepting
- Culturally-sensitive care
Certification
BLS
Timeline
Registered Nurse, Wound Department
Lewis Gale Medical Center
11.2022 - Current
Registered Nurse, Orthopedic Unit
Lewis Gale Medical Center
07.2014 - 11.2022
Associate Degree in Nursing -
Virginia Western Community College
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