Kimberly Laurin
Crystal river, Florida 34429
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Skills Out Line:
*Skilled Hospice nurse *IV therapy/management
*Effective policy and program development *Geriatric treatment knowledge
*Acute and rehabilitative care *Effective policy and program development
*Colostomy care familiarity *Experience with G/T maintenance
*Exceptional ability to work independently *Strong medical ethic
*Medical clinical procedures comprehension
Professional Summary:
*Over three years as licensed practical nurse in geriatric and rehabilitative environment.
* Providing skilled care of adult patients with chronic and acute conditions.
*Additional experience in role of charge nurse supervising and providing support,
and direction to staff daily and in occurrence of emergency.
*Compassionate Hospice nurse with over two years experienced with providing direct
in-home care to terminal patients.
*Strong knowledge of end of life process and palliative care.
Licenses:
Basic Life Support (BLS) Certification expires 4/30/14
Licensed Practical Nurse in the State of Florida, License number PN5186368
IV certification
Professional experiences:
Hospice Of Citrus County
LPN
May 2010 - July 2012
Provided palliative care in outpatient settings from assessment to implementation of care plans.
Provided education to patients and families regarding end of life, and palliative care.
Life Care Center Of Citrus County
LPN
March 2009 - January 2013
Acted as patient advocate and implemented total patient care through
a team nursing process covering 24-40 high patients with varying acuity patients per shift.
Supervised ancillary staff as Nurse Supervisor.
Provided necessary health education training for patients.
Assisted patients with healing and recovery after surgery.
Performed all tasks with a patient-centered focus while seeking opportunities
for improvement of processes and treatments.
Education and Training:
Rasmussen College
Holiday, Florida
Practical Nursing