Compassionate Licensed Practical Nurse experienced in providing individualized care across diverse healthcare settings. Delivered high-quality patient support through effective communication and collaboration with multidisciplinary teams. Committed to continuous improvement in patient care processes and seeking opportunities in innovative healthcare environments.
Overview
13
13
years of professional experience
Work History
LPN-Prn
Meadowview Nursing Home
Minden
02.2024 - Current
Looked for physical, emotional, and symptomatic changes in patient condition and obtained necessary care for medical concerns.
Educated patients and families on disease prevention, nutrition, and medication management to enhance understanding of health topics.
Responded to patient and family inquiries to clarify optimal treatment procedures and improve care experience.
Addressed patient care needs, collected vitals, dressed wounds and managed catheters.
Monitored patient progress during treatments, reporting abnormalities to healthcare team to ensure timely interventions.
Observed patients for any changes in their condition or behaviour, reported findings to the supervisor or physician in charge.
Administered all medications accurately and on time according to physician's prescriptions.
Maintained strict patient data procedures to comply with HIPAA laws and prevent information breaches.
Observed strict confidentiality and safeguarded all patient-related information.
Charge Nurse
VA Nursing Home
Bossier City
04.2020 - 10.2020
Managed medications and narcotics to ensure patient safety and compliance.
Monitored vital signs, medication administration, and fluid balance for assigned patients.
Supported patients and families emotionally during challenging situations, enhancing overall care experience.
Managed medication administration, ensured accurate distribution, and documented patient responses to optimize care.
Conducted daily rounds to assess patient conditions, evaluate progress towards goals, and document changes in status or plan of care as needed.
Delivered information regarding care and medications to patients and caregivers in comprehendible terminology.
Provided emotional support to patients and their families during difficult times.
Maintained strict patient data procedures to comply with HIPAA laws and prevent information breaches.
Conducted daily rounds to assess patient conditions and evaluate progress towards goals.
LPN
Whispering Pines
Plain Dealing
11.2018 - 03.2020
Monitored vital signs to assess patient health
Administered injections and managed narcotic control protocols
Conducted glucose monitoring to manage patient diabetes, Administered tube feeding to provide necessary nutrition, complete resident care
LPN
La home care
Springhill
02.2017 - 06.2017
Provided wound care to patients in clinical settings., tube feedings, vital signs, charting, glucose monitoring, injections, medications trays
Administered medications and treatments as prescribed by healthcare providers.
Monitored patient vital signs and reported changes to nursing staff.
Assisted in daily living activities for residents, promoting comfort and dignity.
LPN/PRN
Private Care
Springhill
02.2015 - 06.2016
Observed patients, charted and reported changes in conditions, including adverse reactions to medication or treatment, and took necessary action
Observe patients, charting and reporting changes in patients' conditions, such as adverse reactions to medication or treatment, and taking any necessary action
Provided medical treatment and personal care to patients in private homes, including cooking and maintaining cleanliness.
Assemble and use equipment, such as catheters, tracheotomy tubes, or oxygen supplies
Assemble and use equipment, such as catheters, tracheotomy tubes, or oxygen suppliers
Assisted patients with bathing, dressing, personal hygiene, and mobility, ensuring comfort and support during daily activities
Office Nurse/ prn-Women's Health-Internal Medicine-Primary Care Prepare
Minden Medical Physician Services
Minden
04.2013 - 10.2014
Measure and record patients' vital signs, such as height, weight, temperature, blood patients, charting and reporting changes in patients' conditions, such as adverse reactions to medication or treatment, and taking any necessary action
Make appointments, keep record of pressure, pulse, and respiration
Collect samples, such as, urine, or sputum from patients, and perform routine laboratory tests on samples
Make appointments, keep record pressure, pulse, and respiration
Collected urine and sputum samples from patients and conducted routine laboratory tests to assist in diagnosis and treatment planning
Set up equipment and prepare medical treatment rooms
Clean patient rooms and make beds to ensure a hygienic environment.
Measure and record patients' vital signs, such as height, weight, temperature, blood pressure, charting and reporting changes in patients' conditions, such as adverse reactions to medication or treatment, and taking any necessary action
LPN
La Home Care
Springhill
Administered wound care injections and managed pain to enhance patient comfort and recovery
Monitored and recorded vital signs of patients in clinical settings.
Administered medications according to prescribed guidelines to support effective treatment outcomes
Charting
LPN -Agency
Shift key
Dallas
Administered all medications accurately and on time according to physician prescriptions.
Monitored patient's respiration, blood pressure, and blood glucose levels to assess response to medical administration.
Monitored patient's respiration activity, blood pressure and blood glucose levels in response to medical administration.
Assisted physicians with patient care by taking vital signs, administering injections and performing other nursing duties.
Documented patient medical histories, current symptoms and vitals.
Measured and recorded patient height, weight and other vital signs.
Administered medications and therapies per physician's orders to ensure proper treatment.
Assisted physicians with patient care by taking vital signs, administering injections, and performing essential nursing duties.
Maintained strict patient data procedures to comply with HIPAA laws and prevent information breaches.
Education
Some college -
Skills
LPN
Nursing
Patient Care
Medication Administration
Injection administration
Tube Feeding
Pain Management
GERIATRIC
Hospice Care
Hospice care
Home Care
Primary care
Staff Nurse
LVN
Medical Office Experience
EMR Systems
Basic Life Support
Hospital Experience
Caregiving
THERAPY
Personal Information
Authorized To Work: US
Title: LPN
Timeline
LPN-Prn
Meadowview Nursing Home
02.2024 - Current
Charge Nurse
VA Nursing Home
04.2020 - 10.2020
LPN
Whispering Pines
11.2018 - 03.2020
LPN
La home care
02.2017 - 06.2017
LPN/PRN
Private Care
02.2015 - 06.2016
Office Nurse/ prn-Women's Health-Internal Medicine-Primary Care Prepare