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LPN-Charge NurseSt. Louis, MO Street Address
EMAIL AVAILABLEPHONE NUMBER AVAILABLEI am a Licensed Practical Nurse with 20 plus years of experience as a charge nurse, in addition to experienceas a supervisor.I have extensive knowledge in the healthcare field and direct patient care. I am one who utilizes leadership, communication, and interpersonal skills to build teams that meet/ exceed goals.I am a highly competent results oriented charge nurse experienced at practicing nursing. I have demonstrated skills in wound care, medication administration, documentation and supporting physicians. Reviewed deliverables prepared by team before passing to client. Effectively applied facility methodology and enforced Nurse Standards. Prepared for engagement reviews and quality assurance procedures. I was an assistant director of nursing, managed and supervised staff and residents. In addition provided educational services to improve the quality of patient care overall.Authorized to work in the US for any employerWork ExperienceLicensed Practical Nurse/Charge NurseHeritage Care Center - St. Louis, MOJanuary 2019 to PresentResponsibilitiesManaging, supervising and assisting the nursing staff, providing administrative support and patient care. Provide guidance on administering care to new patients or those with special needs and answering questions regarding protocol.Monitoring vital signs, conferring with doctors on a patient's progress and reporting special circumstances.Medication administration, management of tracheostomy's and g-tubes. AccomplishmentsA positive role model for the team.Maintaining a high quality and productive work environment. Skills UsedHands on experience in providing oversight of the nursing staff and operations. Organizational and communication skills.LPNLewis and Clark Gardens - Saint Charles, MOSeptember 2017 to January 2019Provided direct patient care.Supervision of resident care work of non-licensed team members in the skilled nursing operations and other areas throughout the community as appropriate. Worked closely with family members and consulted with community physician(s) to ensure resident needs were being attended to in a personalized way. ADONRancho Manor - Florissant, MOOctober 2014 to September 2017ResponsibilitiesStaff education, chart audit, customer service, staff coordination, assessments, care plan, weight management, wound management, pharmacy recommendation, dietary recommendation, survey preparation and readiness.AccomplishmentsImproved level of care provided to residents.Skills UsedIntravenous therapy, budget management, physician and resident liaison, staff educator, time management.Licensed Practical Nurse Night Shift SupervisorStonebridge Maryland Heights - Maryland Heights, MO October 2013 to March 2014ResponsibilitiesSupervised and coordinated activities of nursing personnel on each unit, on an assigned shift, promoting high quality of care; assessing the needs of residents and ensuring services were consistent with needs. Evaluated, directly supervised, and wrote performance plans for designated staff on assigned shift and communicated with department managers as indicated. Conducted on-the-job training as necessary and coordinated workflow to best suite the needs of the residents.Communicated with Unit Managers regarding pertinent issues related to each unit (Example: falls, infections, negative outcomes, change in condition, per occurrence events, complaints, etc.). Acted as a resource for nursing staff. Attended licensed staff meetings and weekly management meetings.AccomplishmentsDecreased number of incidents and accidents occurring during the night shift hours. Increased accountability of staff improving overall morale. Improved quality of care being provided to the residents. Skills UsedSupervisory skills including educating staff.Utilized knowledge of pharmacology and IV therapy. Wound prevention and management.Assistant Director of NursingNorthGate Plaza Nursing and Rehabilitation - Irving, TX January 2012 to October 2013ResponsibilitiesOversaw and managed a number of clinical and support staff in patient/resident care activities while maintaining a high level of staff morale and professionalism. Resolved patient/resident and/or family concerns in a clear, courteous and straightforward manner. Followed up with patients/residents and family members to ensure optimal customer satisfaction. Demonstrated professionalism and courtesy at all times. Contacted insurance providers to verify correct insurance information and get authorization for proper billing codes.AccomplishmentsPlanned, developed, organized, evaluated and directed implementation of facility's resident care policies.Organized charts regularly in accordance with facility's policy and procedures. Prepared folders and maintained concise records of newly admitted residents. Excelled within deadline-intensive environment, ensuring accurate and on time completion of all projects.Liaised with vendors to order and maintain inventory of necessary supplies. Successfully established effective systems for record retention by creating a database for daily correspondence tracking.LVN Charge NurseRiver Oaks Nursing and Rehabilitation - River Oaks, TX June 2011 to November 2012ResponsibilitiesAssessed need for, ordered, obtained, and interpreted appropriate lab test with primary care physician. Self directed with astute judgement skills. High level of personal accountability. Liaised between patients and physicians to ensure patient comprehension of treatment plans. Instructed patients/families on proper discharge care. Closely monitored acute conditions and immediately notified physician and patient family of critical changes.AccomplishmentsMaintained an appropriate level of care for the residents I was assigned to allowing for the resident to remain in our facility vs. having to be sent to the hospital. Received recognition from family members in addition to administrative staff for going above and beyond for residents and families.Skills UsedIntravenous therapy skills.Wound care assessment and management.Diabetic care.Patient/family teaching.LVN-Charge NurseEstates Nursing and Rehabilitation - Fort Worth, TX January 2010 to February 2011Managed team of medical support personnel.Liaised between patients and physicians to ensure patient comprehension of treatment plans. Instructed patients and family members on proper discharge care. Oversaw implementation of patient management plans. Developed patient care plans, including assessments, evaluations, and nursing diagnoses. Evaluated staffing requirements and floor assignments and implemented new requirements based on evaluation.LVN - Charge NurseFort Worth Nursing & Rehab Center - Fort Worth, TX March 2009 to January 2010Implement patient care for up to 43 patients per section. Scheduled patient admissions and discharges.Assess patient status and notify physicians of clinical changes. Interact with departments regarding patient care.Educate patients/families on health care needs, conditions, options etc. Provide assistance to Nursing Manager in the supervision of nursing staff. Evaluate staffing requirements including floor assignments. Maintained patient charts and confidential files.LVN - Weekend SupervisorStonegate Nursing Center - Fort Worth, TXDecember 2005 to November 2008Assigned to provide patient care for 20 patients in Medicare unit. Assisted with the admittance and discharge of patients. Performed clinical tasks according to facility policies. Assisted in the orientation of new staff members.Assessed patient conditions and advised of changes in status. Assistant Director of NursingArlington Heights Health and Rehabilitation - Fort Worth, TX April 2004 to December 2006Arlington Heights Nursing and Rehabilitation - Fort Worth, Texas Monitored and maintained patient charts.Assisted patients and family members in the education of health care needs. Supervised staff members on weekends and evenings. Provided high quality nursing care for patients, with responsibility for: Oxygen Therapy; Tracheostomy Care; Vital Signs; Wound Care; Nasopharyngeal and Oral Suctioning; Intravenous Therapy; Application of Dressings; Insertion ofCatheters; Gastrostomy Tube Care.Follow up with timely and accurate charting procedures and verify prior shift information.Conducted initial assessment of patients upon admission and assisted with discharge planning. Reported changes in patients' conditions routinely and when requiring immediate attention.Collected specimens from patients for laboratory testing. Monitored, evaluated, and recorded food and liquid intake and output levels. Orientate of new personnel in areas of patient care, medical practices, and procedures. Operated equipment and assistive devices to safely transfer patients. Dispensing of medications; informing patients of medications and proper self administration procedures.Supervised and gave orders to nursing staff and assisted subordinates with their academics and physical challenges.Performed typical LVN responsibilities including observing, reporting and documenting patient activities; providing physical, emotional, and social needs to patients; implementing appropriate nursing interventions; monitoring IVs and collecting specimens; preparing and administering medications and treatments; receiving, recording and transcribing orders; and evaluating results of treatment. Gained considerable experience in wound care and teaching patients how to care for wounds and prevent the spread of infection with proper hand washing, as well as proper disposal of waste.Nurse Manager Job Description: Created and executed Nurse work plans and revised as appropriate to meetchanging needs and requirements.Identified resources needed and assigned individual responsibilities. Managed day-to-day operational aspects of a Nurse and scope. EducationSome college in Vocational NursingConcorde Career Institute - Arlington, TXApril 2003 to April 2004VocationalVocational NursingNursing LicensesPNExpires: May 2020State: MOSkills Staff Nurse Home Health LPN CNA LVN EMR Systems Experience Administering Injections Medication Administration Patient Care Primary Care Experience Transcription Tube Feeding Epic Vital Signs Critical Care Experience Medical Office ExperienceAwardsFlorence Nightingale Award, Clinical Excellence Award, Academic Dean's List. April 2004Received Florence Nightingale award upon completion of first clinical rotation. Received Clinical Excellence Award upon completion of second clinical rotation. Achieved Academic Dean's List.Certifications and LicensesIntravenous TherapyApril 2004 to PresentLicensed Practical NurseOctober 2013 to April 2014Licensed Vocational NurseMay 2004 to August 2014LPNAssessmentsNursing Skills: Clinical Judgment ExpertOctober 2019Assessing a patient's condition and implementing the appropriate medical intervention. Full results: ExpertElectronic Medical Records: Best Practices Highly Proficient October 2019Knowledge of EHR data, associated privacy regulations, and best practices for EHR use Full results: Highly ProficientMedical Terminology ExpertOctober 2019Understanding and using medical terminologyFull results: ExpertFirst Aid ProficientOctober 2019Treating common medical emergencies.Full results: ProficientScheduling ProficientOctober 2019Cross-referencing agendas and itineraries to avoid scheduling conflicts. Full results: ProficientVerbal Communication Highly ProficientOctober 2019Speaking clearly, correctly, and conciselyFull results: Highly ProficientIndeed Assessments provides skills tests that are not indicative of a license or certification, or continued development in any professional field. |
