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LISA ALFONSO

302-***-**** • *******************@*****.*** • Wilmington, DE 19801

Summary

Experienced medical professional well-versed in performing triage, collecting intake information and caring for wounds. Good communicator with organized nature and strong prioritization and multitasking skills. Sound judgment, caring nature and superior work ethic. LPN- 32 YRS EXPERIENCE, MY LOVE OF NURSING AND CARING FOR OTHERS HAS BEEN MY LIFE'S MISSION AND DESIRE AND IT HAS NEVER WAIVERED. IT IS AT THE CORE OF MY BEING ALWAYS HAS BEEN ALWAYS WILL BE. I HAVE EXPERIENCE IN PEDIATRIC CARE

(BAYADA HOME HEALTH), GERIATRIC CARE, ASSISTED LIVING, SKILLED NURSING, LONG TERM CARE, DEMENTIA CARE UNIT, HOSPICE CARE, HOME HEALTH CARE. Self-motivated, decisive healthcare professional with proven bedside manner, clinical skills and diagnostic support experience. Manage and document current conditions to effectively support patients and work within a multidisciplinary healthcare team to enhance outcomes. Specialize in dementia patient care. Dedicated and compassionate Licensed Practical Nurse with extensive experience in medical procedures, including sample collection, blood draw, IV insertion and infection control. Meticulous regard for detail and accuracy with strong follow-through and administrative skills. Maintains composure and makes accurate decisions in fast-paced, unpredictable and stressful environments. History of interfacing seamlessly with doctors, specialized support services, patients and visiting families. Devoted LPN with 32 years of experience in delivering patient-focused care and developing relationships with fellow co-workers. Certified in PPE and FEMA

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Skills

*Licensed Practical Nurse *Documenting incidents

*Multi-tasking and prioritization *Psychotropic medication

*Staff direction and task delegation *knowledge

*Documenting incidents *Educating families

*Data management *Problem resolution

*Organization Team building *Healthcare platforms

*Samples collection *Customer service

*Relationship building *Regulatory requirements

*Empathetic and compassionate *Caring for wounds

*Rehabilitation techniques *Tracking symptoms

*MS Office *Assisting physicians

Licensed Practical Nurse

KUTZ NURSING AND REHABILITATION CENTER Oct 2019-July 2020

Skilled nursing care- supervision and training of CNA. Administering of medications, treatments, wound care, O2, nebulizers, IV's, injections, eye gtts, inhalants, supplements, skin- checks measuring EDUCATION AND TRAINING CERTIFICATIONS and recording size of wound and or skin tears, assessments and vital signs q shift and as needed notifying family supervisor MD, DON, and charting accordingly transferring residents accordingly with all necessary paperwork and documentation and notifying appropriately. Narcotic counts beginning and end shift. MED-A charting QS

. 24 hr report qs. FCS QS if need be. Psych Flow sheets qs. POST FALL VS qs x72 hr. Antibiotic Stewardship SBARS - refer to McGreer criteria POINT CLICK CARE CHARTING, EXPOSURE CONTROL PLAN, PPE equipment training, Handwashing technique training, Standard precautions Licensed Practical Nurse

Serenity Gardens ALF Middletown, DE Oct 2016-Sep 2019 Charge nurse / 7-3 Supervisor of a 14 bed ALF -Providing direct and indirect patient care, medications, treatments, wound care, injections, assessments, monitoring status of each resident QS and notifying family, DON, and MD accordingly as needed, charting as required. Training, teaching, and in-service per facility schedule, and or need. Scheduling residents appointments and arranging transportation, and companion if need be. Completing, organizing, documenting, recording, of monthly vital signs, weights, making sure all daily CNA Flow sheets should be completed and BM sheets. Coordinating the work and activities of others, interacting with all outside vendors not limited to but including maintenance, fire, housekeeping, families, activities, Pastors, PT, OT, HOSPICE, MD, Podiatrist and Paramedics

Licensed Practical Nurse

Bayada Home Health Care New Castle, DE Oct 2005-Jul 2013 Pediatric home health care which consisted of observation and assessments of patient's needs, administered, provided, care, medications, treatments, IV, tube feedings, fluids, wound care, nebulizer, vital signs, per MD orders and charted accordingly. Provided patient, family and CNA teaching accordingly and as needed. Worked as part of a healthcare team to assess patients needs plan and modify care plan and implement care, interventions and teaching to patient and the family as needed.

Licensed Practical Nurse

Foulk Manor North Wilmington,De Sept 2002-Sept 2005 7-3 Charge Nurse

Licensed Practical Nurse

Foulk Manor South Wilmington, De 1998-2001

7-3 Charge Nurse for a locked Dementia care unit

Licensed Practical Nurse

Home Healthcare of America Newark, De 1997-2001

Home healthcare of young adults and teens.

Licensed Practical Nurse

Millcroft Newark, De 1990-1997

First floor 7-3 charge nurse

Licensed Practical Nurse

Shipley Manor Wilmington, De 1989-1990

3-11 Charge Nurse

Licensed Practical Nurse

Fair Acres Lima, Pa 1988-1989

3-11 Charge Nurse.

Education

High School Diploma

Interboro Senior High School, Prospect Park, PA Jun 1987 Licensed Practical Nurse: Practical Nursing

Chester Upland Practical Nursing Program Chester Upland, Pa Sep 1988

Certifications

FEMA -000******* BLS-CPR AND AED 03/2021 LICENSED PRACTICAL NURSE DEMENTIA CARE 1 MENTAL DECLINE & CAREGIVING

CHALLENGE SERVSAFE CERTIFICATION 16362219

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