Pauline Simmonds, LPN
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Zephyrhills, Fl 33542
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Compassionate and dedicated medical professional, with more than 20 years of hands-on-experience, committed to providing all patients with outstanding support in order to help improve their quality of life.
• Supervised and trained nursing assistants, medical assistants, as well as students to certify competency of procedures, policies and federal regulations.
• Administered medications, intravenous therapies, immunizations and applied sterile dressings.
• Skilled at personalizing care plans to take advantage of individual client strengths.
• Familiar with strategies for improving all areas of life for diverse clients.
• Conducted excellent assessments, treatments, and record keeping documentation.
• Provided educational support for clients, family, and caregivers.
• Focused team player and excellent multitasker with analytical problem solving and conflict management abilities.
EXPERIENCE
Chapters Health — LifePath Hospice, 12470 Telecom Dr #300w, Tampa, FL 33637 — Licensed Practical Nurse
January 2009 — Current
• Provided preventative and supportive care to terminally ill patients.
• Documented patient care including vitals, assessments performed, and patient condition.
• Supervise patients with demented capacity and monitored for safety hazards.
• Adhered to all safety guidelines, protocol and Assisted Living regulations.
University Village Nursing Center, Lakes, 750 Hayes Rd Lutz FL 33549— Certified Nursing Assistant
January 2007 – January 2009
• Collaborated with multiple disciplinary teams on patient and resident care.
• Updated patient information in their charts and files.
• Collected specimen samples for lab delivery and testing.
• Provided support and education on proper discharge care.
EDUCATION
Pasco-Hernando Community College – Pasco, FL
Associates in Arts
August 2009 – June 2011.
EDUCATION
Lehigh Community College – Schnecksville, PA
August 1994 – December 1996
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• Learned how to administer medication and treatment to patients.
• Participated in clinical experiences that provided hands-on training.
SKILLS
• Team collaboration
• Culturally competent care
• Geriatrics treatment
• Infection control implementation
• Intravenous therapy
• Clinical judgment
• Diabetes and nutrition education as well as administer insulin.
Certifications and Licensure:
• BLS, CPR American Heart Association.
• Licensed Practical Nurse Certified by the National Florida Board of Nursing.