Sonal Sharma, LPN

** ******* ******, *****, ** **863

Cell: 609-***-****

adm743@r.postjobfree.com

LICENSED PRACTICAL NURSE

Patient-oriented, compassionate, and dedicated nursing professional with greater than 2 years of experience in sub-acute and long-term care. Compassionate and technically skilled in attending to patients with diverse health concerns including medically complex clients in the skilled nursing facility setting. A strong proponent of efficient, accurate, and individualized care by working with other healthcare providers to execute strategic plans. I am an exceptional team player with an aptitude for communication and collaboration, seeking full-time work as LPN.

Nursing Skills Proficient in:

Assessment:

oTaking vitals and monitoring clients.

oPerforming head to toe assessments on clients.

oAuscultating lungs for adventitious sounds.

oAuscultating the four quadrants on the abdomen for bowel sounds.

oPain measurement using appropriate pain measurement scales.

Monitoring:

oMonitoring blood glucose and administering Insulin using sliding scales.

oMonitoring IV

oMonitoring Labs.

oPre-operative and post-operative care and client monitoring.

Treatment and Procedures:

oAdministering prescribed medication to clients.

oAdministering subcutaneous, intramuscular as well as intradermal injections.

oAdministering Oxygen Therapy as prescribed.

oWound care and dressing.

oTracheostomy care and suctioning.

oAdministering and monitoring Parenteral and Enteral feedings.

oGastrostomy tube (G-tube) placement, check, and care.

oInserting and removing the NG Tube.

oUrinary catheterization – straight catheter, indwelling catheter, condom catheter.

Communication and Documentation:

oProper documentation and communication to the interdisciplinary team.

oClient Advocacy and witnessing informed consent.

oDelegating appropriate assignments to CNAs.

PROFESSIONAL EXPERIENCE

Alameda Center for Rehabilitation & Healthcare, Perth Amboy

LPN, November 2018 to present.

As a full-time LPN, I primarily work on the sub-acute unit. I also float to the long-term care unit when required.

I have performed duties as a temporary charge nurse in the past for three weeks and supervised a team of 3 LPNs and 5 CNAs.

Perform thorough assessments.

Provide treatments as per schedule and PCP orders and monitor residents for any adverse reactions.

Monitor vital signs: Blood pressure, Pulse, Respiration rate, SPO2, pain level.

Perform thorough documentation and routinely communicate with the respective PCPs and the NP as warranted for patient care. Proficient in the use of Point Click Care portal for documentation.

Order lab work and collect relevant specimens like urine, stool, sputum, etc., and performed timely follow up with the lab results.

Comply with HIPAA standards in all patient documentation and interactions.

Order new medications from the pharmacy and follow up with the restocking of the supplies and house stock medications.

Perform admissions and ensure successful verification of all medications with the PCP

CERTIFIED NURSING ASSISTANT

Reliable, service-focused nursing professional with excellent patient care and nursing skills gained through experience as a CNA.

Alameda Center for Rehabilitation and Healthcare, Perth Amboy

CNA, August 2013 to March 2016:

I worked full time as a CNA on the long-term care unit and performed duties as a float CNA on the sub-acute unit.

I helped residents with their ADLs and positioning as per the schedule.

Performed wheelchair<>bed transfers using proper body mechanics and appropriate assistive devices such as Hoyer lifts.

Preserved patient dignity and minimize discomfort while carrying out duties such as bedpan changes, diapering, and emptying drainage bags.

Adhered to safety guidelines; Participated in the patient safety in-service program at work.

Ensured the accurate, timely flow of information by maintaining thorough patient records and updating the healthcare team on patients’ status.

EDUCATION & CERTIFICATION

CEU: Vascular Access Management and Complication Prevention: December 2019

Universal Training Institute: 2016 to 2018

Licensed Practical Nurse – Graduated in June 2018

Param Institute of Education: 2013

Certified Nurse Assistant – Graduated in 2013

BLS Certified: Expiration 12/2021

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