Licensed Practical Nurse
Resume:
Lisa Ruhnow
Licensed Practical Nurse
New Hartford, NY 13413
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Licensed Practical Nurse with advanced skills in lift mechanics, medication administration and wound care. Dedicated to the safety and well-being of patients. Actively seeking a role in long-term care. Detail-oriented LPN with extensive knowledge of healthcare administrative duties. Excellent phone skills and patient interaction.
Experienced LPN with a solid background in geriatrics. Specialties include patient hygiene, vitals assessment and community engagement.
Skilled and certified LPN with strong background in customer service, administration and clinical care. Detail oriented, intuitive and dedicated to quality care. Authorized to work in the US for any employer
Work Experience
Licensed Practical Nurse
Masonic Care Community - Utica, NY
March 2020 to Present
Work under an RN Nurse Manager and Doctor doing medication administration, wound care, changing orders if asked to by the provider, VSS, and a shoulder to cry on for my residents if their family is unable to come and visit. I am in charge of CNA's and RA's and about 24-32 residents a day. I love my job and I love being a nurse.
LPN
Slocum Dickson Medical Group, PLLC - New Hartford, NY July 2019 to March 2020
Addressed patient concerns about their health status. Checked all vital signs and recorded patient medical information. Communicated with other team members regarding patients' health status. Completed area checks to ensure the readiness of patient rooms and beds. Handled emergency care and trauma situations with a calm and relaxed attitude. Maintained client confidentiality when dealing with all medical information. Performed various administrative tasks related to making appointments and scheduling. Wrote reports and summaries regarding patient visits. Certified Nurses Aide
Sitrin Health Care Center - New Hartford, NY
July 2018 to August 2019
Administered care to elderly patients in a long-term care facility. Duties included bathing, feeding, grooming, dressing and elimination.
Assisted nursing home residents with daily living and recreational activities. Greeted patients, served meals, cleaned rooms and ensured a positive living experienced for long-term care residents.
Operated lift mechanisms to assist patients with showering and dressing. Responded promptly to all call lights in a long-term facility consisting of 40 beds. Medical Assistant
Slocum Dickson Medical Group, PLLC - New Hartford, NY December 2016 to July 2018
Assembled, operated, cleaned and properly stored medical equipment and accessories. Assisted doctors and other care providers with any tasks that they needed done. Communicated clearly and effectively with patients regarding their appointments and their health concerns.
Handled prescription information and refills.
Kept in strict compliance with HIPAA standards and all patient confidentiality regulations. Measured patients' vital signs.
Prepared and checked up on patient examination rooms. Readied patients to be seen by medical care provider. Recorded all relevant medical data in a charting system. Scheduled appointments and dealt with cancellations and scheduling changes. Certified Nurses Aide
Masonic Care Community of New York - Utica, NY
September 2004 to December 2016
Administered care to elderly patients in a long-term care facility. Duties included bathing, feeding, grooming, dressing and elimination.
Assisted nursing home residents with daily living and recreational activities. Greeted patients, served meals, cleaned rooms and ensured a positive living experienced for long-term care residents.
Operated lift mechanisms to assist patients with showering and dressing. Performed light housekeeping duties as part of a comprehensive in-home care plan. Responded promptly to all call lights in a long-term facility consisting of 16 and 8 bed households. Provided in-home companionship services to elderly residents in the community. Responded promptly to all call lights in a long-term facility consisting of 16 and 8 households. Utilized proper lift techniques to transfer patients from chair to bed. Worked with housekeeping staff to ensure all rooms and public areas were sanitary. Education
Licensed Practical Nursing Degree in General
Mohawk Valley Community College - Utica, NY
July 2019
Nursing Licenses
PN
Expires: August 2022
State: NY
Skills
• Active listening
• Bathing, feeding and
• Excellent patient rapport dressing
• Quick learner
• Skilled in elderly assistance
• Expert in charting/monitoring
• Strong empathy and compassion
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