Nurse Practical
Resume:
Kenneth A. Alston
Cottleville, Missouri 63304
CAREER TARGET
To advance my career within the medical profession in an atmosphere that
fosters a proactive approach to patient care.
EXPERIENCE
Licensed Practical Nurse (LPN) Charge Nurse Nov. 2017 thru Present
Cedarhurst Assisted Living and Memory Care St. Charles, MO.
Duties: Charge Nurse trusted in the Evaluation, Documentation and Medical
Needs of patients in an Assisted Living and Memory Care
Environment.
Licensed Practical Nurse (LPN) Wellness Nurse Dec. 2014 thru Nov. 2017
Spectrum Retirement Communities, Creve Coeur, MO.
Duties: Charge Nurse trusted in the Evaluation, Documentation and Medical
Needs of patients in an Assisted Living and Memory Care
Environment.
Licensed Practical Nurse (LPN) December 2013 thru April 2014
Sun Rise Senior Living of Chesterfield, Chesterfield, MO.
Duties: Charge Nurse trusted in the Evaluation and Documentation of patients
in a Long Term Care/Assisted Living Community.
Licensed Practical Nurse (LPN), September 2012 thru December 2013
Life Care Centers of Chesterfield: The Westchester House, Chesterfield, MO.
Duties: Trusted in the evaluation and Documentation of patients care and
Medical needs.
Licensed Practical Nurse (LPN), August 2011 thru August 2012
Cedars of Town and Country, Town & Country, Missouri
Duties: Charge Nurse for Medicare and Long Term Care Units, Evaluation and
Documentation of Patients Medical Needs and Care.
Licensed Practical Nurse (LPN) Supervisor, August 2010 to August 2011
National HealthCare Corporation (NHC), Town & Country, Missouri
Primarily responsible of entire facility during night shift
Supervision of 7 Nurses and 13 CNA’s
Plans, organizes, and manages staff to provide quality patient care
Accepts medications brought in from pharmacy in order that timely
medications are administered
Oversee patient care to include patient hygiene, rendering first aid,
making certain medical appointments are made, etc.
Responsible for the efficiency of all equipment utilized by patients
(nebulizer machines, oxygen concentrators, oxygen tanks, etc.)
Assures the safety and security of all residents and staff.
Licensed Practical Nurse (LPN), April 2004 to August 2010
Correctional Medical Services (CMS), Saint Louis, Missouri
Responded to the needs of inmates within a correctional institution
by providing medical care and monitoring the recovery from injuries,
wounds, cuts and bruises received from altercations
Performed typical LPN responsibilities including observation, patient
intake, the evaluation and documentation of patients’ activities
Prepared and administered medications and treatments to prison
inmates
Served as a resource and active patient advocate
Private Duty Nurse, June 2000 to March 2004
BJC Home Care Services, Saint Louis, Missouri
Provided home health care to all age groups
Performed total patient care including administering medications,
assisting with personal hygiene and range of motion
Determined needs of patients by means of evaluation, prepared
nursing care plans and utilized a charting system to insure continuity
of care
Licensed Practical Nurse (LPN) Head Trauma Nurse,
October 1996 to April 2000
Ellisville Health Care Center Skilled Nursing, Saint Louis, Missouri
Handled full range of nursing functions in order that patients’ needs
were met
Evaluated and documented patients’ progress
Administered medications
Played a key role in collaborating with co-workers, physicians, and
family members to ensure the proper care of patients
Development Assistant II, December 1988 to June 1996
Bellefontaine Habilitation Center, Saint Louis, Missouri
Responsible for the care and supervision of 8 clients in need of
rehabilitation assistance
Taught the procedures for proper personal hygiene and assisted with
skills that would be beneficial for survival in a community
environment upon release from rehab
Initially served as a Development Assistant I but was selected for the
supervisory position of Development Assistant II and in this capacity
for a period of 5 years I directed the activities of 4 staff members
As supervisor I oversaw the cleaning of the residential cottage,
stocking of supplies (as necessary for the preparation of schedules,
time and attendance sheets, etc.) and various other duties as
assigned
EDUCATION
Diploma, 1987
LICENSURE McCluer High School, Florissant, Missouri
and LPN license received, I.V. Certification,
CPR Certification, 1994
CERTIFICATION St. Louis Board of Education LPN Program
Center for Higher Education, Saint Louis, Missouri
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