Practical Nurse Duty

Work History

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Experienced Private Duty Nurse able to provide skilled one-on-one care to pediatric patients in home-based settings. Good planning, communication and relationship-building skills. Skills

Feeding pumps understanding

Gastrostomy buttons experience

Tracheostomy care

Appointment scheduling

Foley catheter insertion/removal

Insulin medication assistance

Strategic decision-making

Trach and Vent Care

Pre- and post-surgical care

Private Duty Nurse, 06/2013 to Current

Home Care – Henrietta, NY

Provided skilled emergency response in critical situations. Changed out tracheostomies, gastrostomy buttons and catheters regularly to prevent infection or other problems.

Kept ventilator operating at prescribed levels.

Maintained accountability for controlled narcotics and distributed medication on schedule. Provided patient education.

Competency in continous oxygen therapy, various respiratory therapy equipment such as Cough Assist, Respiratory Vesting, Ambu bag and Pulmonary Hygiene/Toileting Licensed Practical Nurse, 09/2007 to 01/2014

Jewish Home Of Rochester – Brighton NY,

NY

Applied interpersonal communication skills to comfort and counsel patients and their families throughout the care process.

Input medical histories, symptoms and vital statistics as part of the intake process. Cared for wounds, provided treatments and assisted with procedures. Completed all daily living tasks to enhance the quality of life of elderly patients. Closely monitored acute condition

Education

Ensured HIPPA compliance

Licensed Practical Nurse, 2009

Rochester Educational Opportunity Center - 161 Chestnut Street Associate of Arts: Respiratory Therapist Degree, 2013 Genesee Community College - Batavia, NY

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