Experienced nursing professional with excellent skills in patient assessment, disease management and medication administration. Proven track record of delivering high-quality care.
Overview
17
17
years of professional experience
Work History
LPN, Private Duty
Advanced Care Pediatrics
10.2013 - Current
Interpreted patient needs, knowledge, growth, and development to construct treatment plan.
Reported general, physical, and mental condition of patients to support care initiatives.
Assisted in development and implementation of service plans related to nursing and patient health care needs.
Administered medications and injections to patients.
Coordinated patient transfers to other facilities.
Documented patient assessment, evaluation and responses to therapy to facilitate therapeutic intervention.
Conducted thorough assessments of patients'' vital signs and overall well-being, identifying potential issues early on for prompt intervention.
Communicated regularly with family members regarding updates on patient progress, addressing any questions or concerns that arose.
Helped patients complete bathing, dressing and eating.
Reviewed patient history to verify conditions and current medications.
Provided emotional support to patients and families during difficult times, fostering a nurturing environment for healing.
Reduced hospital readmission rates by closely monitoring patients and promptly addressing any health concerns.
Maintained open availability to rotate through on-call periods, night shifts and weekend visits.
Prepared visit notes updated and summarized client records and conferred with health care disciplines in providing coordinated client care.
Provided patient education on health care issues and prescribed medications.
Managed wound care effectively, implementing appropriate treatments to promote healing and prevent infection.
Administered medications accurately, ensuring proper dosage and timing for optimal treatment effectiveness.
Changed out tracheostomies, gastrostomy buttons, and catheters regularly to prevent infection or other problems.
Maintained accurate and up-to-date patient records, facilitating seamless communication among healthcare providers.
Supported diagnoses by taking blood samples from patients for laboratory testing.
Assessed patients' temperature, pulse, and blood pressure and recorded in electronic medical records.
Monitored patient health conditions to report changes to assigned physician.
Demonstrated clinical competence in administering care to support physician orders, nursing care plan and policies.
Used critical thinking to break down problems, evaluate solutions and make decisions.
Gained extensive knowledge in data entry, analysis and reporting.
LPN, Private Duty
Optimum Pediatrics
06.2013 - Current
Assisted patients with activities of daily living, promoting independence and dignity in their own homes.
Interpreted patient needs, knowledge, growth, and development to construct treatment plan.
Assisted in development and implementation of service plans related to nursing and patient health care needs.
Conducted thorough assessments of patients'' vital signs and overall well-being, identifying potential issues early on for prompt intervention.
Educated patients on managing chronic conditions, empowering them to take control of their own health.
Reviewed patient history to verify conditions and current medications.
Coordinated with physicians to develop customized home-based therapies for patients recovering from surgery or illness.
Provided emotional support to patients and families during difficult times, fostering a nurturing environment for healing.
LPN Field Nurse
Bayada Nurses
02.2007 - 12.2023
Delivered emotional support to patients facing challenging diagnoses or difficult treatments, fostering resilience during recovery processes.
Clearly and thoroughly explained diagnoses, treatment options and procedures to patients and loved ones, checking in to verify understanding.
Served as a liaison between patients and their healthcare providers, advocating for their needs while promoting informed decision-making.
Provided exceptional patient care by meeting physical, psychological, and overall care requirements to support daily living needs and independence.
Improved patient outcomes by providing high-quality nursing care and timely interventions.
Complied with applicable legal requirements for HIPAA and documentation standards.
Evaluated patient histories, complaints, and current symptoms.
Responded to patient requests with appropriate clinical and personal assistance.
Provided skilled nursing care for diverse populations, including geriatric, pediatric, and chronically ill patients.
Completed thorough assessments to identify changes in patients'' condition, implementing appropriate interventions as needed.
Assessed patients' temperature, pulse, and blood pressure and recorded in electronic medical records.
Administered medications safely and effectively, preventing adverse reactions or complications.
Education
Associate of Applied Science - Practical Nursing
Health Management Nursing School
Takoma Park, MD
12.2001
Skills
Pediatric Care
HIPAA Compliance
Patient Needs Assessment
Clinical Documentation
Care Plan Development
Critical Thinking
Quality Assessments
Behavioral Management
Timeline
LPN, Private Duty
Advanced Care Pediatrics
10.2013 - Current
LPN, Private Duty
Optimum Pediatrics
06.2013 - Current
LPN Field Nurse
Bayada Nurses
02.2007 - 12.2023
Associate of Applied Science - Practical Nursing
Health Management Nursing School
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