RachelKirkendollShirley, AR, ***** (***) ad3x1b@r.postjobfree.com Outpatient Drug Dosing NurseSep 2023 - Nov 2023Titan Medical Group, Topeka●Administered medications and treatment to patients and monitored responses while working with healthcare teams to adjust care plans.●Delivered outstanding care to patients with various diagnoses and managed care from treatment initiation through to completion.●Documented all elements of care and updated patient charts and confidential files to reflect changes in care plans, interventions applied, and observations.●Documented patient interactions and interventions in EPIC EMR.LPN Med SurgJul 2023 - Sep 2023Advantage Medical, Thorton, CO●Developed discharge plans for patients and provided information about follow-up care to reduce risk of readmission.●Utilized advanced medical technology to diagnose and treat varied illnesses and injuries.●Assessed patient conditions by taking vital signs and evaluating symptoms to determine appropriate treatment.●Developed strategies to reduce medical errors and improve patient safety.●Administered medications via oral, IV, and intramuscular injections and monitored responses.●Conveyed treatment options, diagnosis information and home care techniques to patients and caregivers to continue care consistency.●Followed all personal and health data procedures to effectively comply with HIPAA laws and prevent information breaches.●Communicated with healthcare team members to plan, implement and enhance treatment strategies.●Provided exceptional care to high-acute patients needing complex care such as ventilator management, extensive wound care and rehabilitation.LPN Ned Surg (Travel)Apr 2023 - Jul 2023Advantage Medical, Oklahoma City, OK●Performed routine evaluations of each patient's status, needs, and preferences.●Educated patients and caregivers on medical diagnoses, treatment options, chronic disease self-management and wound management.●Assisted with admissions, appointments, transfers, and discharges.●Gathered lab specimens, ordered testing, and interpreted results to diagnose patients.●Supported physicians during examinations and scans to assist with diagnostic procedures.●Offered immediate assistance in emergency and routine paging situations to evaluate needs and deliver care.●Monitored, tracked, and conveyed important patient information to healthcare staff to help optimize treatment planning and care delivery.●Documented accurate and complete patient information to address patient problems andexpected outcomes.

LPN Med Surg (Travel)Dec 2022 - Feb 2023Aureus Medical, Russellville, AR●Administered controlled narcotics, inserted IVs, and performed catheterizations.●Adhered to treatment plan instructions when administering medications and treatments to patients.●Accurately recorded interactions in medical charts, documenting accidents and interventions applied.●Managed patient care through closely monitoring respiration, blood pressure, and blood glucose levels.●Comforted and counseled patients and families throughout care process.●Evaluated patients to identify and address wounds, behavioral concerns, and medically relevant symptoms.●Offered immediate assistance in emergency and routine paging situations to evaluate needs and deliver care.●Delivered updates in patient status to charge nurse, recording changes in medical records.Clinic LPNJun 2022 - Dec 2022Aureus Medical, Ruidoso, NM●Documented accurate and complete patient information to address patient problems andexpected outcomes.●Evaluated patients to identify and address wounds, behavioral concerns, and medically relevant symptoms.●Used aseptic techniques to provide sterilized wound care and dressing applications.●Supported physicians during examinations and scans to assist with diagnostic procedures.●Cared for wounds, provided treatments, and assisted with procedures.●Gathered lab specimens, ordered testing, and interpreted results to diagnose patients.●Obtained patient vital signs and input/output measurements from inpatients.●Accurately recorded interactions in medical charts, documenting accidents and interventions applied.●Answered incoming phone calls from patients to provide basic assistance and triage medical concerns.LPN Med SurgAug 2019 - Nov 2022Ozark Health Medical Center, Clinton, AR●Analyzed patient assessments and laboratory data to bring any issues to attention of physicians.●Delivered direct quality care to patients by evaluating medical conditions and managing and assessing treatments.●Assessed patients' temperature, pulse, and blood pressure and recorded in electronic medical records.●Assembled and used equipment such as catheters, tracheotomy tubes, or oxygen suppliers to effectively manage patient care.●Educated patients to provide information on health promotion and disease prevention.●Maintained and promoted autonomy and rights of patients to provide protection and enforce dignity and respect.●Assisted in coordinating transfers, discharges and admissions to establish smooth transition of patients.●Evaluated patient histories, complaints, and current symptoms.●Administered medications and injections to patients.

●Monitored patient health conditions to report changes to assigned physician.Corrections NurseJun 2019 - Aug 2019Primetime, Shelby, MT●Complied with all security regulations within prison system and administered care in safest possible environment.●Administered different therapies and medications in line with physician orders and treatment plan.●Advocated for and strived to protect health, safety, and rights of patient.●Created and implemented care plans for prisoners suffering from chronic conditions.●Treated variety of illnesses affecting offenders in close quarters.●Stabilized prisoners suffering from falls, stab wounds or other injuries prior to hospital transfer.●Monitored patient reactions after administering medications and IV therapies.●Performed frequent checks on life support equipment and made necessary adjustments to preserve optimal patient conditions.●Used first-hand knowledge and clinical expertise to advocate for patients under care andenacted prescribed treatment strategies.●Performed triage on incoming patients and determined severity of injuries and illnesses.●Followed all personal and health data procedures to effectively comply with HIPAA laws and prevent information breaches.Psych/ Wound Care LTC NurseJun 2017 - Dec 2017Willow Springs, Willow Springs, MO●Collaborated with healthcare team to implement interventions for wound healing and skin breakdown prevention.●Documented and examined patient recovery and reported progress to doctors for effective management.●Advised patients on proper nutrition and offered holistic solutions to severe conditions.●Assessed and treated draining of wounds and burns.●Implemented care plans for patient treatment after assessing physician medical regimens.●Performed patient assessments to monitor expected response to medications and altering treatment plans.●Educated patients and families about mental health, diagnoses and treatment options.●Provided direct quality care to patients by monitoring, recording and evaluating psychiatric conditions.●Responded to numerous volatile situations and violent outbreaks to restore safety and security of patients and staff.●Monitored primary care needs for patients to coordinate access to appropriate providers.●Explained course of care and medication side effects to patients and caregivers in easy-to-understand terms.LTC NurseMay 2015 - May 2017Walnut Ridge Nursing and Rehab, Walnut Ridge, AR●Collaborated with healthcare team to implement interventions for wound healing and skin breakdown prevention.●Documented and examined patient recovery and reported progress to doctors for effective management.●Advised patients on proper nutrition and offered holistic solutions to severe conditions.●Assessed and treated draining of wounds and burns.

●Implemented care plans for patient treatment after assessing physician medical regimens.●Performed patient assessments to monitor expected response to medications and altering treatment plans.●Educated patients and families about mental health, diagnoses and treatment options.●Provided direct quality care to patients by monitoring, recording and evaluating psychiatric conditions.●Responded to numerous volatile situations and violent outbreaks to restore safety and security of patients and staff.●Monitored primary care needs for patients to coordinate access to appropriate providers.●Explained course of care and medication side effects to patients and caregivers in easy-to-understand terms.●Monitored, tracked, and conveyed important patient information to healthcare staff to help optimize treatment planning and care delivery.●Managed patient care through closely monitoring respiration, blood pressure, and blood glucose levels.●Collaborated with interdisciplinary team of healthcare and social service providers to address patients' needs through effective intervention and care planning.●Offered immediate assistance in emergency and routine paging situations to evaluate needs and deliver care.●Adhered to treatment plan instructions when administering medications and treatments to patients.●Accurately recorded interactions in medical charts, documenting accidents and interventions applied.●Administered controlled narcotics, inserted IVs, and performed catheterizations.●Cared for wounds, provided treatments, and assisted with procedures.●Performed routine evaluations of each patient's status, needs, and preferences.●Assisted with admissions, appointments, transfers, and discharges.●Documented accurate and complete patient information to address patient problems andexpected outcomes.EDUCATION, Russellville, ARLicentiate Degree - NursingJan 2013 - May 2015Ozarka College, ArkansasSKILLSHealth Promotion, Administration of medications, Preventive Care, Monitor VS, Assess patient's,Transcribing orders, Patient evaluations, Documentation Accuracy, Outpatient Care, Patient Advocate, HIPPA Compliance, Medication Dispencing, ADL Assistance, Direct Patient Care, Health Education, Documentation LICENSES & CERTIFICATIONSLPN 2015State Board of Nursing - L057234