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Chasity Gahn

Patterson

Summary

Patient focused, dedicated and compassionate nursing professional with more than 21 years of experience providing exceptional care for patients with many different types of disease processes with other healthcare providers to execute strategic plans.

Overview

16
16
years of professional experience

Work History

LPN

Amedisys
10.2019 - 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.
  • Participated in ongoing professional development opportunities to enhance knowledge base and skillset as an LPN.
  • Enhanced patient satisfaction levels through effective communication and empathetic listening skills.
  • Used aseptic techniques to provide sterilized wound care and dressing applications.
  • Answered incoming phone calls from patients to provide basic assistance and triage medical concerns.
  • Accurately recorded interactions in medical charts, documenting accidents and interventions applied.
  • Monitored, tracked, and conveyed important patient information to healthcare staff to help optimize treatment planning and care delivery.
  • Educated patients and caregivers on medical diagnoses, treatment options, chronic disease self-management and wound management.
  • Collaborated with interdisciplinary team of healthcare and social service providers to address patients' needs through effective intervention and care planning.

LPN

LHC Group
11.2016 - 08.2019

*Home Health Field Nurse

*Obtained vital signs, labs, wound care, foley catheters, tracheostomy care, peg tubes.

*ADR'S to include chart monitoring for compliance.

*Educated homebound patients and or caregivers on pertinent disease processes, prevention management, when and how to report abnormalities and medication management.

*Coordinated health care services provided by ancillary personnel such as social workers and indicated therapies.

LPN

Amedisys
10.2012 - 11.2016
  • 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.
  • Documented accurate and complete patient information to address patient problems and expected outcomes.
  • 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.
  • Cared for wounds, provided treatments, and assisted with procedures.
  • Answered incoming phone calls from patients to provide basic assistance and triage medical concerns.
  • Addressed any concerns or questions posed by patients or family members promptly to maintain confidence in their care plan.
  • Collaborated with interdisciplinary team of healthcare and social service providers to address patients' needs through effective intervention and care planning.
  • Educated patients and caregivers on medical diagnoses, treatment options, chronic disease self-management and wound management.


LPN

Franklin Homecare
11.2010 - 05.2012
  • Home Health Field Nurse
  • Maintained accurate documentation of all relevant clinical data, ensuring compliance with regulatory standards.
  • Ensure open lines of communication and reported changes in patients conditions and other matters of concern requiring prompt attention.
  • VS, wound care, labs, peg site care


LPN

Franklin Health Care Center
10.2008 - 05.2010
  • 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.
  • Obtained patient vital signs and input/output measurements from inpatients.
  • Managed patient care through closely monitoring respiration, blood pressure, and blood glucose levels.
  • Performed wound care treatments using sterile techniques, promoting healing and preventing complications.
  • Improved patient outcomes by providing high-quality nursing care and closely monitoring vital signs.
  • Cared for wounds, provided treatments, and assisted with procedures.
  • Documented accurate and complete patient information to address patient problems and expected outcomes.
  • Performed routine evaluations of each patient's status, needs, and preferences.
  • Accurately recorded interactions in medical charts, documenting accidents and interventions applied.
  • Addressed any concerns or questions posed by patients or family members promptly to maintain confidence in their care plan.

Education

Licensed Practical Nurse - Licensed Practical Nurse

LTC, Young Memorial Campus
Morgan City, LA
05-2004

High School Diploma -

Morgan City High School
Morgan City, LA
05-1997

Skills

  • Medication administration
  • Vital signs monitoring
  • Medical documentation
  • Geriatric nursing
  • Infection control
  • Catheter care
  • Tracheostomy care
  • Diabetes management
  • Disease prevention
  • Home healthcare
  • Wound care

Timeline

LPN

Amedisys
10.2019 - Current

LPN

LHC Group
11.2016 - 08.2019

LPN

Amedisys
10.2012 - 11.2016

LPN

Franklin Homecare
11.2010 - 05.2012

LPN

Franklin Health Care Center
10.2008 - 05.2010

Licensed Practical Nurse - Licensed Practical Nurse

LTC, Young Memorial Campus

High School Diploma -

Morgan City High School
Chasity Gahn