OBJECTIVE

To obtain a position with a company that has potential for personal and professional growth.

SUMMARY OF QUALIFICATIONS

One and half years’ experience as a LPN with a fast pace and growing company.

State of Ohio Board of Nursing, Credential: PN. 157464-M-IV, License Type: Licensed Practical Nurse-M-IV, Expiration Date: September 2016.

American Heart Association, BLS for Healthcare Providers (CPR and AED) Program,

Completed 4 LPN clinical experiences and have 2 years of professional experience as certified nurse aide in a home health environment.

EDUCATION

Rhodes State College Lima, Ohio

Practical Nursing Certificate August 2013

CLINICAL EXPERIENCE

Health Partners of Western Ohio Lima, Ohio

Open Access Nurse Coordinator

Licensed Practical Nurse - Family Medicine December 2014-Current

Gathers assessment from all patients that call into office with emergent needs

Assessing patients as they walk into facility, triaging patients to determine the need for emergency appointment or transport to ER

Processes medication refill requests

Tracks all outside orders for specialist visits and/or tests

Provides support to maintain positive provider/patient relationships.

Maintains compliance of all company policies and procedure to promote professional relationship with coworkers and patients.

Properly documents all patient care and interactions to continue establish effective and adequate patient care.

Camp Robin Rogers Lima, Ohio

Student Licensed Practical Nurse, Behavioral/Pediatrics June 2013 – August 2013

Facilitated therapeutic sessions at the region’s only camp specifically developed for the enrichment of children with disabilities.

Showed respect for the campers and recognized that communication included not only verbal responses but also nonverbal expressions, such as tone of voice, body language and facial expression.

Listened and observed carefully and used communication techniques that promote better communication in order to understand the needs and feelings of the camper.

Lima Memorial Health System Lima, Ohio

Student Licensed Practical Nurse, Obstetrics January 2013 – May 2013

Administered prescribed medications, noting times and amounts on patients' charts.

Answered patients' calls and determined how to assist them.

Measured and recorded patients' vital signs, such as height, weight, temperature, blood pressure, pulse, and respiration.

Provided basic patient care or treatments.

Operated as part of a healthcare team to assess patient needs, plan and modify care, and implement interventions.

Evaluated nursing intervention outcomes, conferring with other healthcare team members as necessary.

Lost Creek Care Center Lima, Ohio

Student Licensed Practical Nurse, Geriatrics August 2012 – December 2012

Gave medication as prescribed by a physician.

Took vital signs, such as blood pressure, temperature, and weight.

Gave injections of medication.

Provided emotional support through therapeutic communication.

Assisted with daily needs such as bathing and dressing.

Observation of patients' skin for potential bed sores.

Documented all treatment and interaction with patients.

Otterbein Cridersville Lima, Ohio

Student Licensed Practical Nurse, Geriatrics/Rehabilitative Care August 2012 – December 2012

Administered nursing care in a long-term care environment under the supervision of a registered nurse.

Participated in the delivery and evaluation of patient care.

Ensured the health, comfort, and safety of patients according to facility guidelines and school guidelines.

Reported all patient condition findings to registered nurse and instructor.

EMPLOYMENT EXPERIENCE

Health Partners of Western Ohio Lima, Ohio

Licensed Practical Nurse December 2014 - Present

Evaluating patients for chronic and acute illnesses. Maintained documentation to allow medical provided necessary evaluation of patient to treat and care for the patients. Providing patients with education and information about illnesses, test procedures, test results, and necessary care for illnesses and diseases. Adhering to all company policies and procedures to provide adequate and effective patient care. Promoted within one year to Open Access Nurse Coordinator. Currently provide open access nursing services to HPWO patients over the phone and during face-to-face interactions.

Northland Lickity Split Restaurant Lima, Ohio

Shift Manager/Cook September 1997 - Present

Promoted into management from server; responsibilities include opening restaurant, supervision of 5 employees, reconciliation of end of shift and daily revenues (accounts receivable/payable), ordering stock, projecting and preparing weekly dinner specials, and providing continuous customer service.

Heritage Home Health Care Lima, Ohio

Home Health Aide June 2011 – February 2013

Maintained records of patient care, condition, progress, and reported all findings to supervisor.

Provided patients with help moving in and out of beds, baths, wheelchairs, or automobiles and with dressing and grooming.

Cared for patients by changing bed linens, washing laundry, cleaning, and assisting with their personal care.

Entertained, conversed with, or read aloud to patients to keep them mentally healthy and alert.

Planned, purchased, prepared, and served meals to patients, according to prescribed diets.

Provided patients with emotional support and instruction in areas such as preparing living independently or adapting to disability or illness.

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