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Carol Smith

Hartwell

Summary

Compassionate LPN with proven expertise at Hartwellhealth in medication administration and patient care. Enhanced patient outcomes through diligent monitoring and accurate documentation. Skilled in wound care and fostering emotional support for terminally ill patients, while effectively mentoring new staff to promote team growth and development.

Work History

LPN

Hartwellhealth
  • Assisted in administering medications under supervision of registered nurses.
  • Monitored patient vital signs and reported changes to healthcare team.
  • Documented patient care activities accurately in electronic health records.
  • Supported daily living activities, promoting patient comfort and independence.
  • Improved patient outcomes by administering medications, monitoring vital signs, and documenting relevant information.
  • Cared for wounds, provided treatments, and assisted with procedures.
  • Documented accurate and complete patient information to address patient problems and expected outcomes.
  • Managed patient care through closely monitoring respiration, blood pressure, and blood glucose levels.
  • Managed time-sensitive tasks effectively under pressure while maintaining composure during critical situations or emergencies.
  • Administered controlled narcotics, inserted IVs, and performed catheterizations.
  • Provided compassionate palliative care for terminally ill patients while supporting their emotional needs during end-of-life stages.
  • Mentored new nursing staff to enhance professional development opportunities within the team dynamic.

Education

Associate of Science - LPN

Athens Technical College
Athens, Georgia, GA

Skills

  • Medication administration
  • Direct patient care
  • Vital signs monitoring
  • HIPAA compliance
  • Wound care
  • Compassionate care
  • Clinical documentation
  • Geriatric care
  • Vital signs
  • Patient care
  • Patient assessments
  • Documentation accuracy
  • Medication dispensing
  • Diabetes management
  • Immunization administration
  • Family communication
  • Catheter care
  • Documenting intake
  • Breathing treatments
  • Emergency response
  • Patient evaluations
  • ADL assistance
  • Preventive care
  • Caregiving skills
  • Palliative care
  • Pulse oximetry tracking
  • Patient management
  • Behavioral assessment
  • Maintaining nutrition
  • Verbal and written communication
  • End-of-life care

Timeline

LPN

Hartwellhealth

Associate of Science - LPN

Athens Technical College
Carol Smith