Charity Reed
Slidell
Summary
Experienced LPN Team Lead skilled in patient assessment, care plan development, and medication administration. Focused on optimizing patient care through effective collaboration and communication. Proven ability to supervise nursing staff and enhance workflow efficiency while ensuring compliance with healthcare protocols. Committed to improving patient outcomes through individualized care and strong team leadership. Compassionate LPN with over 10 years of experience in diverse healthcare settings. Expertise in medication administration and patient monitoring, combined with strong staff supervision and training skills, ensuring high-quality patient care and adherence to protocols.
Overview
16
16
years of professional experience
Work History
LPN Team Lead
CommCare
Slidell
01.2023 - Current
- Supervise nursing staff to ensure quality patient care and adherence to protocols.
- Administered medications and monitored vital signs for optimal patient health management.
- Coordinated patient assessments and developed individualized care plans for residents.
- Led nursing team to ensure high-quality patient care and compliance with protocols.
- Coordinated schedules and assignments for nursing staff to optimize workflow efficiency.
- Trained new team members on best practices and patient care standards.
- Managed medication administration and monitored patient responses effectively.
- Conducted regular assessments of patient needs to enhance service delivery.
- Facilitated communication between patients, families, and healthcare providers consistently.
LPN
Lakeshore Manor
Slidell
06.2023 - 12.2023
- Administered medications and treatments per healthcare provider prescriptions, contributing to patient health management.
- Monitored patients' vital signs and communicated significant changes to nursing staff, facilitating timely medical responses.
- Assisted with daily living activities to promote patient comfort and dignity, enhancing overall patient experience.
LPN Office Nurse
Oschner/LSU
Shreveport
10.2011 - 05.2021
- Collaborated with healthcare team to develop care plans for patients.
- Maintained cleanliness and organization of examination rooms and supplies.
- Assisted physicians during office procedures by preparing exam rooms and sterilizing instruments.
- Recorded patient information in electronic medical records system accurately and efficiently.
- Answered telephones promptly and courteously while scheduling appointments for patients.
- Prepared specimens for laboratory analysis by labeling correctly according to policies.
- Organized medical supplies and equipment to maintain a safe and efficient work environment.
- Coordinated with other healthcare professionals to ensure optimal patient outcomes.
- Conducted physical assessments of patients, such as measuring vital signs, height, weight.
- Provided education and counseling on health-related topics to patients and their families.
- Reviewed lab results for accuracy prior to delivering them to the physician.
- Ensured that all forms were completed accurately before submitting them for processing.
- Administered prescribed medications timely while monitoring side effects or reactions.
LPN, Private Duty
Nurses Direct
Shreveport
03.2017 - 04.2019
- Provided compassionate care to clients in their homes.
- Assisted with daily living activities and personal hygiene routines.
- Administered medications according to physician's instructions.
- Collaborated with families to support client needs and preferences.
- Educated clients on health management and wellness practices.
- Provided emotional support to family members during difficult times.
- Administered medications, treatments, and therapies as prescribed by a physician or nurse practitioner.
LPN
Willis Knighton Medical Center
Shreveport
06.2010 - 01.2011
- Administered medications and treatments as prescribed by healthcare providers.
- Monitored patients' vital signs and reported changes to nursing staff.
- Educated patients and families on health management and medication use.
- Maintained accurate patient records in compliance with facility protocols.
- Monitored vital signs, fluid intake and output levels, glucose levels, and other medical tests results.
- Adhered to facility policies and procedures while providing quality nursing care.
- Looked for physical, emotional, and symptomatic changes in patient condition and obtained necessary care for medical concerns.
Education
Technical Diploma - Practical Nursing
Louisiana Technical College
Shreveport, LA05-2009
Some College (No Degree) - Nursing
Bossier Parish Community College
Bossier City, LASome College (No Degree) - Nursing
Northwestern State University of Louisiana
Natchitoches, LASome College (No Degree) -
Delgado Community College
New Orleans, LASkills
- Patient assessment
- Care plan development
- Medication administration
- Staff supervision
- Electronic medical records
- Quality assurance
- Time management
- Healthcare collaboration
- Workflow optimization
- Effective communication
- Conflict resolution
- Medical documentation
- HIPAA compliance
- Policy adherence
- Obstetric care
- Community health
- Vital signs monitoring
- Disease prevention
- End-of-life care
- Home health care
- Nursing documentation
- Geriatric care
- Health promotion
- CPR/AED
- Urinary catheterization
- Organizational skills
- Time management abilities
- Specimen collection
- Treatment room preparation
Experience
- I have many years of nursing experience in a variety of differnt settings throughout the years. Prior to becoming a nurse I was a certified nursing assistant at the age of 18. I have many college credits, just short of a degree in General Studies. I feel as though I would be a strong candidate for this position and would be greatly appreacitive and honored for an opportunity to prove I am a good candidate to teach. Prior to becoming a nurse I was always torn between nursing and teaching. I would be very honored to gain this new skill and feel as though I would be of great benefit to the school and its students. I would be very greatful for this opportunity and for continued growth.
Timeline
LPN
Lakeshore Manor
06.2023 - 12.2023
LPN Team Lead
CommCare
01.2023 - Current
LPN, Private Duty
Nurses Direct
03.2017 - 04.2019
LPN Office Nurse
Oschner/LSU
10.2011 - 05.2021
LPN
Willis Knighton Medical Center
06.2010 - 01.2011
Technical Diploma - Practical Nursing
Louisiana Technical College
Some College (No Degree) - Nursing
Bossier Parish Community College
Some College (No Degree) - Nursing
Northwestern State University of Louisiana
Some College (No Degree) -
Delgado Community College