William Lindsey
Mount Pleasant,PA
Summary
Dedicated and compassionate Licensed Practical Nurse with extensive experience in medical procedures, including sample collection, blood draw, IV insertion and infection control. Meticulous regard for detail and accuracy with strong follow-through and administrative skills. Maintains composure and makes accurate decisions in fast-paced, unpredictable and stressful environments. History of interfacing seamlessly with doctors, specialized support services, patients and visiting families.
Overview
11
11
years of professional experience
Work History
ADON/Health Care Coordinator
Barnes Senior Living
Latrobe, PA
05.2024 - Current
- Ensured compliance with state and federal regulations related to nursing practice.
- Answered patient and family questions to educate them on optimal treatment procedures.
- Conducted quality assurance audits to evaluate adherence to standards of care.
- Assisted in the development of clinical competency programs for staff.
- Conducted regular performance reviews of nursing staff.
- Managed recruitment process for new nursing staff, including interviewing and orientation.
- Assessed patient care needs and developed individualized care plans.
- Participated in interdisciplinary team meetings to discuss patient care issues.
- Directed implementation of improved patient care, documentation methods, and procedures to achieve quality objectives.
- Monitored infection control procedures to verify facility-wide health and safety.
- Resolved conflicts between employees by providing guidance on company policies and procedures.
- Directed recruitment, hiring, and training of new staff members.
LPN/Shift Supervisor
Reliant Staffing Solutions
Pittsburgh , PA
03.2022 - Current
- Ensured compliance with all applicable laws, regulations, industry standards.
- Assessed team member's skillsets and assigned tasks accordingly for optimal efficiency.
- Conducted performance reviews for team members.
- Participated in educational programs to keep up-to-date on new developments in nursing practice.
- Educated staff members regarding infection control protocols or best practices when caring for a particular type of illness or injury.
- Managed patient records, ensuring confidentiality and compliance with healthcare regulations.
- Prepared equipment for use during treatments such as setting up IV lines or placing catheters correctly according to hospital policies.
- Performed routine laboratory tests including urinalysis, blood glucose monitoring and others.
- Performed wound care including changing dressings, cleaning wounds, applying ointments and medications and providing other necessary treatments.
LPN
Dedicated Nursing Associates, Inc.
Monroeville , PA
04.2021 - 02.2024
- Administered medications orally, intravenously or intramuscularly depending on the prescription given by the doctor.
- Assessed patient needs through interviews and physical examinations while adhering to safety standards.
- Prepared equipment for use during treatments such as setting up IV lines or placing catheters correctly according to hospital policies.
- Performed routine laboratory tests including urinalysis, blood glucose monitoring and others.
- Monitored patient progress during treatments or procedures, reporting any abnormalities to the healthcare team immediately.
- Ensured that all medications were administered accurately and on time as prescribed by the physician.
- Provided emotional support to patients and families during difficult times.
- Performed wound care including changing dressings, cleaning wounds, applying ointments and medications and providing other necessary treatments.
- Evaluated effectiveness of interventions implemented based on patient responses or feedback from family members.
- Observed patients for any changes in their condition or behavior, reported findings to the supervisor or physician in charge.
- Participated in educational programs to keep up-to-date on new developments in nursing practice.
- Assisted physicians with patient care by taking vital signs, administering injections and performing other nursing duties.
- Observed, charted, and reported developments in patient health conditions for nursing supervisor.
- Answered patient and family questions to educate on optimal treatment procedures.
LPN
Westmoreland Manor
Greensburg, PA
01.2014 - 02.2021
- Researched and studied client diagnoses to identify care needs, effectively contributed to nursing plan developments and facilitated patient education.
- Responded to patient alarms and needs-assessment requests to identify course of treatment.
- Examined and addressed lacerations, contusions and physical symptoms to assess and prioritize need for further attention.
- Collected biological specimens and packages for laboratory transport to complete diagnostic tests.
- Educated clients, patients and caregivers on medical diagnoses, treatment options, chronic disease self-management and wound management.
- Monitored patient's respiration activity, blood pressure and blood glucose levels in response to medical administration.
- Counseled clients, patients and families and provided emotional and psychosocial support.
- Communicated concerns regarding clients' status, care and environment to nursing supervisors, clinical care supervisors and case managers.
- Collected and documented vital signs to track current patient conditions.
- Answered patient and family questions to educate on optimal treatment procedures.
Education
LPN - Nursing
Greater Johnstown Career And Technology Center
Monroeville, PA10.2013
Skills
- Multi-tasking and prioritization
- Healthcare platforms
- Caring for wounds
- Licensed Practical Nurse
- Staff direction and task delegation
- Tracking symptoms
- Empathetic and compassionate
- Documenting incidents
- Assisting physicians
- First Aid/CPR
- Educating families
- Patient advocacy
- Team collaboration
- Medical office administration
Timeline
ADON/Health Care Coordinator
Barnes Senior Living
05.2024 - Current
LPN/Shift Supervisor
Reliant Staffing Solutions
03.2022 - Current
LPN
Dedicated Nursing Associates, Inc.
04.2021 - 02.2024
LPN
Westmoreland Manor
01.2014 - 02.2021
LPN - Nursing
Greater Johnstown Career And Technology Center