Office Manager Case
Resume:
Jeanne Redford
LPN with background in Accounting
Little Falls, MN 56345
***************@*****.***
I first entered the healthcare field, for a 3rd job, to pay the mortgage. An HHA, PCA for 6 years; LPN for 9 years; adding Psych to my title. Also, have 10+ years experience in Bookkeeping for UBC lumberyard and full range of computerized Accounting as Office Manager for 2 Radio Shack stores. Authorized to work in the US for any employer
Work Experience
LPN
Provident Home Healthcare-Sauk Rapids, MN
March 2023 to August 2023
• Total care of Client in end stages of MS: bed ridden, non-verbal, G-tube, SP catheter, and suctioning by the act of slipping the yanker down, past the back of the tongue, into the throat, and back out, in one smooth motion. It takes practice.
• Performance of deep suctioning, with tubing, every once in a while, when Client is in respiratory distress.
• Mic-key and SP catheter changed and flushes administration per e Mar.
• Oral cares, shaving, daily bed baths, trimming nails, skin assessments, wound care txt, VS monitoring; ordering meds, getting orders from physician, reporting to case manager or DON.
• Narc count; documenting: on e Mar, incident reports, change of condition, progress notes; txs; prn medications; transfers using lift from bed to w/c and back into bed Q Day and anything else that may arise during shift.
LPN Charge Nurse
Little Falls Care Center-Little Falls, MN
August 2021 to February 2023
Skilled Nursing, medication administration, Enteral feedings, Picc line, treatments, dressing changes, Blood Glucose checks, insulin injections, LS, edema checks, new admit paperwork, focused skin assessments, VS, transcribe orders, perform order checks, complete accurate documentation on any change in condition, general observations, behaviors, POLST, consent forms, transfers, call, fax, discuss condition changes with RN Manager and or Doctors to receive orders, nursing cares, med ordering, med exchange, narc counts, emergency kit, organize, prioritize, delegation skills, leadership, ability to educate, guide, and lead by example, the Aides, which are a vital necessity for success. LPN
Community Hospital-Tallassee, AL
January 2019 to July 2021
• Gero-Psych
• Perform shift assessments
• Administer meds
• Report to Dr to receive orders
• Enter all information into computer system.
LPN Charge Nurse
Little Falls Care Center-Little Falls, MN
October 2017 to November 2019
Skilled Nursing, medication administration, Enteral feedings, Picc line, treatments, dressing changes, Blood Glucose checks, insulin injections, LS, edema checks, new admit paperwork, focused skin assessments, VS, transcribe orders, perform order checks, complete accurate documentation on any change in condition, general observations, behaviors, POLST, consent forms, transfers, call, fax, discuss condition changes with RN Manager and or Doctors to receive orders, nursing cares, med ordering, med exchange, narc counts, emergency kit, organize, prioritize, delegation skills, leadership, ability to educate, guide, and lead by example, the Aides, which are a vital necessity for success. LPN
Josh's Place, LLC-Brainerd, MN
May 2017 to September 2017
Perform skilled nursing with a high level of hands on, in the high medical needs Home. Providing holistic care, paying attention to every detail, performing trach cares, listening to lung sounds, monitoring SpO2, creating a sterile field, suctioning, observing the sputum, body language, respirations, changes in lung sounds, changing the inner cannula, stoma cares, dressing changes, disinfecting the equipment after using it, making sure it's set up and ready to use in case of emergency. Daily checks of back up supplies being in place in case of emergency.
I did have to reinsert the trach itself, after the individual had pulled it out while trying to get the humidity mask pulled off over his head.
G-tube cares, flushing, med admin, feedings (pumps, bolus, gravity feedings) gravity flush, head to toe assessments, wound cares, wound prevention measures. Electronic and paper documentation. Training of all staff on skilled nursing duties, seaming only those found competent to perform such duties in a safe, effective manner. Any abnormalities, all staff are aware of how and to whom to report to immediately. All other Dsp duties and cares completed as needed. LPN, PDN
Grattan Private Duty Nursing-Brainerd, MN
January 2017 to April 2017
• Provided skilled nursing care to clients in their homes; monitored vital signs and assessed for any change in condition on a regular basis.
• Assisted with activities of daily living such as bathing, dressing, and grooming.
• Maintained strict adherence to infection control protocols to prevent the spread of diseases.
• Utilized critical thinking skills when assessing complex situations and making sound nursing judgments.
• Provided wound care daily.
• Administered intravenous medications and fluids as prescribed by physicians.
• All the while, entering documentation in a timely manner with accuracy. In Home Nurse
Provident Home Healthcare-Minneapolis, MN
September 2016 to October 2016
Provide complete care for a 15-year- old with TBI, Quadriplegic and a 35 year old Paraplegic; med administration, G-tube feedings, Picc Line flushing and administration of antibiotics, Colostomy bag, monitoring Client's for any change in condition, ambulating with lifts, monitoring vitals, along with repositioning, every two hours.
LPN Staff Nurse
Good Samaritan Society-Brainerd, MN
July 2016 to September 2016
Responsible for 25 Residents receiving their medications; wound care; G-tube flushing, feeding, med administration, and dressing changes; skin observations; processing Dr orders; electronic documentation program.
LPN Supervisor of Memory Care Unit
KC COMPANIES INC-Crosslake, MN
March 2016 to May 2016
Responsibilities:
Completed rounds on Resident's every morning, electronic documentation, processed MD orders (under the supervision of the RN), reported any change in status of the Resident's, trained staff on cares and medication administration.
Accomplishments
I received many compliments from RN, Administrator, Hospice staff that came to facility of how much they enjoy coming to the Memory Care Unit related to my upbeat attitude, the Resident's were a lot happier, and staff were also happier and we worked well as a team. Skills Used
Supervisory, organizational, medication administration, ability to spot the slightest change in status of Resident's.
Private Duty Nurse
Client - In Home Health Care-Baxter, MN
June 2015 to February 2016
Maintain safety at all times
Assess skin integrity
Administer medications
Perform and Assist with ADL's
Wound Care
Promote Circulation
Prevention of any further pressure ulcer development Recognize and act on any abnormalities
Report to and consult with: Client and family members, those whom have appointed roles, along with Client's RN prn
Meal Planning, preparation, serving, shopping
Assist Client to medical appointments
All the while, performing the wide range of household duties PCA Personal Care Assistant
Access Home Health-Nisswa, MN
April 2015 to June 2015
Stand by assist with every transfer; direct and redirect levels of activity and behaviors Assist with ADL's
Clean and sanitize catheter bags
Perform all household duties
Prepare and serve meals and snacks
Promote circulation and range of motion of limbs related to stroke Assist client to medical appointments; accompany and remain present during Provider visit related to lack of memory retention by client
HHA, PCA, Homemaker
Barnabas Home Health Care-Brainerd, MN
November 2011 to April 2015
Promote and maintain a safe environment within the home Assist with ADL's
Wound care
Prepare and serve meals and snacks according to prescribed diets Direct clients in prescribed range of motion exercises Recognize and report abnormalities and/or change in client's health status Jan-Nov Riverside Assisted Living - Pillager, MN
2011 HHA, Med Certified
Assist with ADL's
Assist with transfers: standby, transfer belt, lift Medication administration
Computerized documentation
HHA
Riverside Assisted Living-Pillager, MN
January 2011 to November 2011
Responsibilities:
Wake up Resident's
Assist Resident's with ADL's
Transfers were assisted with gate belt and Hoyer Lift As per care plan:
checked blood sugar; administered insulin accordingly Resident's to dining room for meals; cooked and served breakfast to Resident's according to prescribed diet's
Medication Administration
Cleaning completed in the dining room and Resident rooms Observed and monitored Resident's regularly.
Answered call lights in a timely manner
Also attended immediately to hearing a bed alarm
Laundry
Electronic Documentation
Education
Associate in Nursing
Central Lakes College - Brainerd, MN
January 2012 to December 2014
Nursing Licenses
PN
Expires: April 2024
State: MN
PN
Expires: April 2024
State: MN
PN
Expires: January 2021
State: AL
RN
Skills
• Wound Care (9 years)
• Geriatric Treatment (10+ years)
• Medication Administration (10+ years)
• Organize, Attention to Detail, Prioritize (10+ years)
• Ability to recognize "change in condition" (10+ years)
• Delegation (5 years)
• LPN (8 years)
• Staff Nurse (5 years)
• LVN
• Home Health (6 years)
• Tube Feeding (4 years)
• Transcription (3 years)
• Caregiving (10+ years)
• Vital Signs (10+ years)
• Home Care (6 years)
• Hoyer Lift (4 years)
• EMR Systems (10+ years)
• Vital Signs Experience (10+ years)
• Leadership (4 years)
• Behavioral health (2 years)
• Communication skills (10+ years)
• Customer service (10+ years)
• Nursing (8 years)
• Organizational skills (10+ years)
• Dementia care (10+ years)
• Memory care (4 years)
• Critical care experience (4 years)
Certifications and Licenses
Licensed Practical Nurse
June 2015 to April 2024
License to practice practical nursing.
BLS for Healthcare Providers (CPR and AED)
January 2023 to January 2025
1 American Red Cross
Drivers License
April 1982 to March 2023
Up to date driver's lisence.
Licensed Practical Nurse
January 2020 to December 2021
License to practice practical nursing in Alabama.
LVN
First Aid Certification
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