YoLanda M. Lawrence, LPN
Sandusky,OH
Summary
Passionate Licensed Practical Nurse with excellent clinical judgment, communication, patient centered care and team collaboration. Experienced healthcare professional prepared for this role. Proven ability to provide high-quality patient care with strong clinical skills in administering medications, monitoring vital signs, and assisting with daily activities. Known for strong collaboration with medical teams, adapting to changing needs, and achieving positive outcomes. Reliable, compassionate, and skilled in patient communication and support.
Overview
7
7
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
LPN
IntelyCare
12.2021 - Current
- Utilized time management skills to prioritize tasks effectively, allowing for efficient completion of daily responsibilities.
- Maintained accurate documentation of all relevant clinical data, ensuring compliance with regulatory standards.
- Implemented infection control measures, ensuring a clean and safe environment for patients and staff.
- Managed patient care through closely monitoring respiration, blood pressure, and blood glucose levels.
- Administered controlled narcotics, inserted IVs, and performed catheterizations.
- Obtained patient vital signs and input/output measurements from inpatients.
- Assisted with admissions, appointments, transfers, and discharges.
- Performed wound care treatments using sterile techniques, promoting healing and preventing complications.
- Adhered to treatment plan instructions when administering medications and treatments to patients.
- Improved patient outcomes by providing high-quality nursing care and closely monitoring vital signs.
LPN
Edgewood Manor
10.2020 - 12.2021
- Utilized time management skills to prioritize tasks effectively, allowing for efficient completion of daily responsibilities.
- Maintained accurate documentation of all relevant clinical data, ensuring compliance with regulatory standards.
- Implemented infection control measures, ensuring a clean and safe environment for patients and staff.
- Performed wound care treatments using sterile techniques, promoting healing and preventing complications.
- Assisted with admissions, appointments, transfers, and discharges.
- Adhered to treatment plan instructions when administering medications and treatments to patients.
- Performed routine evaluations of each patient's status, needs, and preferences.
- Enhanced patient satisfaction levels through effective communication and empathetic listening skills.
- Accurately recorded interactions in medical charts, documenting accidents and interventions applied.
- Administered controlled narcotics, inserted IVs, and performed catheterizations.
- Monitored, tracked, and conveyed important patient information to healthcare staff to help optimize treatment planning and care delivery.
LPN, Private Duty
Self-employed
03.2018 - 07.2019
- Administered medications accurately, ensuring the proper dosage and timing for optimal treatment effectiveness.
- Participated in ongoing continuing education opportunities to stay current on best practices in private duty nursing.
- Acted as an advocate for patients within the healthcare system when needed, ensuring they received appropriate resources and support.
- Managed wound care effectively, implementing appropriate treatments to promote healing and prevent infection.
- Coordinated with physicians to develop customized home-based therapies for patients recovering from surgery or illness.
- Maintained accurate and up-to-date patient records, facilitating seamless communication among healthcare providers.
- Supported personal care needs, shopping for groceries, and cleaning house.
- Scheduled appointments and transported patients to medical facilities using personal transportation.
Education
Practical Nursing -
Hondros College of Nursing
Westerville, Oh04.2018
Medical Assistant -
Ohio Institute of Health Careers
Columbus, Oh04.2004
Skills
- Geriatric Nursing
- Medical Documentation
- Vital signs monitoring
- Diabetes management
- Clinical Decision Making
- Patient Assessments
- Clinical judgment
- Geriatric Care
- Staff Supervision
- Home Health Care
National Provider Number
1528596749
Certification
- Licensed Practical Nurse (LPN) - Ohio Board of Nursing.
- Basic Life Support (BLS) Certification - American Heart Association.
- Certified Dementia Practitioner-National Council of Certified Dementia Practitioners 07/2024
- Intravenous Therapy Certification – Ohio Board of Nursing
Timeline
LPN
IntelyCare
12.2021 - Current
LPN
Edgewood Manor
10.2020 - 12.2021
LPN, Private Duty
Self-employed
03.2018 - 07.2019
Practical Nursing -
Hondros College of Nursing
Medical Assistant -
Ohio Institute of Health Careers
- Licensed Practical Nurse (LPN) - Ohio Board of Nursing.
- Basic Life Support (BLS) Certification - American Heart Association.
- Certified Dementia Practitioner-National Council of Certified Dementia Practitioners 07/2024
- Intravenous Therapy Certification – Ohio Board of Nursing
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