Patient Care Practical Nurse
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ad39ih@r.postjobfree.com
North Ridgeville, OH 44039
PROFESSIONAL SUMMARY
Focused Licensed Practical Nurse with Epic proficiency, wound care expertise and proven history of accurate and efficient charting skills. Communicates with physicians and other healthcare professionals to coordinate streamlined and high-quality patient care. Dedicated healthcare team member with 20 years of direct patient care experience.
Upbeat and motivated Licensed Practical Nurse with 20years of experience. Skilled in evaluating patients, recording vital signs and documenting conditions in medical charts. Compassionate medical professional with expertise in educating and coaching patients and families.
Caring and compassionate Licensed Vocational Nurse experienced in working under supervision of registered nurses and physicians. Provide bedside care to patients, including medication administration. Skilled in monitoring fluid intake and output levels and administering G-tube feedings. Able to maintain accuracy even in stressful and emergencies
SKILLS
Basic Life Support Certificate IV therapy
dialysis machine Computer Skills
Maintaine accurate patient charts in
company EMR software
Communcation with patients and team
members
Empathy
EXPERIENCE
LPN, Cleveland Clinic, Jul 2003 Feb 2024, Cleveland, OH Documented patient progress, medication administration and nursing interventions to provide clarity across care team.
Reported incidents of medication side effects and adverse treatment reactions to adjust care plan.
Incorporated relaxation techniques to improve patient comfort and enhance overall well-being.
Request all outside testing and scan into Epic patient chart. Send out Risk assessment letters to providers for upcoming surgery. Document all meds and vitamins pt is taking so the provider is aware of what directions patients need to stop or take prior to surgery. Be a patient Advocate for the needs they have requested or showed during visit in RS
PACC.
Provided guidance on managing chronic conditions, medication adherence, and self-care techniques to patients.
Measured and recorded patient temperature, blood pressure and pulse as part of comprehensive evaluation.
Used clinical judgment in evaluation activities to establish priorities and meet patient care needs.
Maintained accurate patient charts in company EMR software. Kept patient privacy and confidentiality with stringent adherence to HIPAA protocols. Utilized educational opportunities to maintain clinical expertise and promote personal development.
Reduced infection risks with consistent equipment sterilization and aseptic techniques. Helped achieve unit goals with top-quality, compassionate care in high-volume hospital setting.
Responded to codes and alarms and delegated tasks to deliver necessary care. Comforted and supported patients during preparation for examinations, tests and treatment.
Dialysis Nurse, Cleveland Clinic, Cleveland, OH
Communicated and helped manage emergencies, complications and incidents. Managed care professionally for optimal coordination, continuity and patient safety. Evaluated patient assessments, dialysis orders and laboratory results to maintain awareness of each patients' condition.
Delivered inpatient dialysis services to acutely ill patients with diverse range of medical and surgical diagnoses.
Collaborated with patients' nephrologist and other clinical professionals to implement prescribed treatments.
Implemented plans of care and monitored patients undergoing dialysis to spot concerning responses.
Consulted with healthcare team to plan and implement patient treatment protocols. Monitored patients closely to spot problems and reported serious concerns to treating physicians for timely interventions.
Administered prescribed medications and monitored patients for side effects and adverse reactions.
Initiated emergency resuscitative measures, following resuscitation and advanced life support protocols.
Prepared patients for physician examinations and treatments, answered questions, and offered emotional support.
Adhered to strict HIPAA regulations, maintaining confidentiality in data and patient matters.
Educated patients, family members and caregivers on conditions and treatment protocols to aid in compliance and improve outcomes. Maintained accurate, detailed reports and records. Readied rooms, supplies and instruments for upcoming procedures and expected patients.
Explained complex medical terminology in easy-to-understand language for patients and caregivers.
Medical-Surgical LPN, Cleveland Clinic, Cleveland, OH Documented patient progress, medication administration and nursing interventions to provide clarity across care team.
Served as patient advocate during procedures, at patient or provider request. Trained and mentored nursing students, orderlies and new team members in organizational policies and care standards.
Used clinical judgment in evaluation activities to establish priorities and meet patient care needs.
Reported incidents of medication side effects and adverse treatment reactions to adjust care plan.
Incorporated relaxation techniques to improve patient comfort and enhance overall well-being.
Implemented directives from supervisors to incorporate process enhancements, optimizing workflow efficiency.
Provided guidance on managing chronic conditions, medication adherence, and self-care techniques to patients.
Measured and recorded patient temperature, blood pressure and pulse as part of comprehensive evaluation.
Utilized advanced wound care techniques to promote wound healing and prevent infections.
Maintained accurate patient charts in company EMR software. Leveraged nursing process to assess, implement, and evaluate patient care. Kept patient privacy and confidentiality with stringent adherence to HIPAA protocols. Administered medications per physician orders and documented dosages for tracking.
Treated and dressed wounds and monitored for signs of healing or infection. Promoted independence while assisting patients with mobility and ADL needs. Examined patients and monitored temperature, blood pressure and pulse. Maintained chart integrity with consistent EHR updates reporting changes in patient conditions.
Supported patients by promptly answering calls and offering skilled care. Assessed patient needs and ordered appropriate interventions under physician supervision.
Responded to codes and alarms and delegated tasks to deliver necessary care. Collected biological samples for diagnostic testing, biopsies, and lab use. Administered prescribed medications and started intravenous fluids, noting frequency and dosage amounts in patient charts.
Utilized educational opportunities to maintain clinical expertise and promote personal development.
Helped achieve unit goals with top-quality, compassionate care in high-volume hospital setting.
Comforted and supported patients during preparation for examinations, tests and treatment.
Coordinated patient care plans effectively by collaborating with RN case manager Jul 1990
and physician.
Delivered IV therapy according to nursing policy and procedure. Delivered expert wound care and changed dressings to prohibit infection and monitor healing.
Reduced infection risks with consistent equipment sterilization and aseptic techniques. Monitored post-operative patients and dispensed post-surgical medications ordered by physicians.
Educated patients and families on diagnoses, prognoses and post-discharge care. EDUCATION
LPN
Parma School of Practical Nursing Parma, Ohio
LANGUAGES
English, Fluent
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