Kenneth A. Alston

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Cottleville, Missouri 63304

314-***-****

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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