Shelia williams
Savannah
Summary
Compassionate Licensed Practical Nurse with extensive experience at Savannah Post Acute Care, excelling in medication administration and vital signs monitoring. Proven ability to enhance patient outcomes through effective communication and tailored care plans. Recognized for strong technical skills in wound care and a commitment to patient-centered care.
Overview
24
24
years of professional experience
Work History
Licensed Practical Nurse
Savannah Post Acute Care
05.2024 - Current
- Improved patient outcomes by administering medications, monitoring vital signs, and documenting relevant information.
- Cared for wounds, provided treatments, and assisted with procedures.
- Assisted with admissions, appointments, transfers, and discharges.
- Collaborated with interdisciplinary healthcare teams to ensure continuous quality improvement in patient care delivery.
- Documented accurate and complete patient information to address patient problems and expected outcomes.
- Demonstrated excellent technical skills in wound dressing changes, IV therapy administration, catheter insertion, and other routine nursing procedures.
- Managed patient care through closely monitoring respiration, blood pressure, and blood glucose levels.
- Facilitated efficient communication between patients, families, and healthcare providers to promote continuity of care across settings.
Licensed Practical Nurse
Tara @ Thunderblt
01.2015 - 01.2025
- Managed time-sensitive tasks effectively under pressure while maintaining composure during critical situations or emergencies.
- 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.
- Educated patients and families on health promotion, disease prevention, and self-care management strategies.
- Supported patients and families through education on home care procedures, enhancing post-discharge outcomes.
- Developed patient care plans to address individual needs, promoting faster recovery.
- Led training sessions for new LPNs and nursing assistants, improving team competency and patient care standards.
- Worked with multidisciplinary team to carry out successful treatment plans for diverse acute and chronic conditions.
- Cared for wounds, provided treatments, and assisted with procedures.
- Assisted with admissions, appointments, transfers, and discharges.
- Administered controlled narcotics, inserted IVs, and performed catheterizations.
- Delivered wound care and managed dressings, preventing infections and promoting healing.
Licensed Practical Nurse
PruittHealth
03.2001 - 05.2024
- Performed routine evaluations of each patient's status, needs, and preferences.
- Adapted quickly to changing patient needs, adjusting care plans accordingly to ensure optimal outcomes in diverse clinical scenarios.
- Administered controlled narcotics, inserted IVs, and performed catheterizations.
- Comforted and counseled patients and families throughout care process.
- Gathered lab specimens, ordered testing, and interpreted results to diagnose patients.
- Administered medications and injections to patients.
- Delivered wound care and managed dressings, preventing infections and promoting healing.
Education
No Degree -
Savannah Technical College
Savannah, GA06-1984
Skills
- Medication administration
- Direct patient care
- Vital signs monitoring
- HIPAA compliance
Timeline
Licensed Practical Nurse
Savannah Post Acute Care
05.2024 - Current
Licensed Practical Nurse
Tara @ Thunderblt
01.2015 - 01.2025
Licensed Practical Nurse
PruittHealth
03.2001 - 05.2024
No Degree -
Savannah Technical College
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