Hospice Nurse LPN
Resume:
lisa marsteller
Hospice Nurse - Senator Bob Hooper House
Stewartstown, PA 17363
adzvpj@r.postjobfree.com
Obtain a Licensed Practical Nurse position.
Work Experience
Hospice Nurse
Senator Bob Hooper House - Forest Hill, MD
2016 to Present
Assists in the collection of pertinent data to be utilized by the hospice provider and/or delegating RN in the assessment of the patient's physical and mental changes including age specific and cultural needs. Promptly reports changes in the patient condition to hospice provider and/or delegating RN. Validates clinical orders in coordination with hospice provider; Sets priorities and organizes work effectively. Accurately takes, records, and reports vital signs, pain rating, and I & O (including drains). Performs specific nursing interventions as delegated by RN per protocol and documents response. Administers medications and therapies as delegated by RN. Assists with intakes, assessments, medical procedures and emergencies. Delegates tasks and duties in compliance with policy and in a manner that results in efficient and effective patient care. Participates in change of shift bedside reporting. Safely transports, transfers and ambulates patients using appropriate body mechanics and equipment. Performs purposeful hourly patient rounding. Implements and adheres to Fall Prevention Program. Demonstrates ability to function effectively in clinical emergencies following all established protocols. Minimize infections by implementing isolation precautions when indicated, being compliant with isolation procedures, and maintaining cleanliness of the facility. Enhances patient and family experience by: courteous and compassionate interactions with patient and families; compliance with professional dress code per policy; maintaining a clean and orderly patient room; and, placing personal items within safe and convenient reach of patient. Communicates effectively with co-workers, physicians and other healthcare workers. Promptly responds to all patient needs and calls in a timely manner to ensure patient safety and maximize the patient experience. Respects patient privacy by always knocking before entering room and providing dignity and respect when performing nursing interventions and assisting with ADL's. Participates in patient and family education and provides companionship and emotionally supportive care to patients, families and/or caregivers. Performs household services such as; laundry, housekeeping and meal preparation
LPN Charge Nurse
Pleasant Acres Nursing and Rehabilitation Center - York, PA February 2013 to June 2016
Surpervise floor Nurses and CNA's, complete daily work assignments, communicate with physicians regarding patient treatments, wound treatments, medication administration, assisting residents with activities of daily living including: bathing, feeding, dressing, ambulating, ROM, etc. Home Health Direct Care Giver
October 2011 to February 2013
Assist with personal care, assist with activities of daily living, companionship, respite care, assist with meal preparation and cleaning, assist with medication administration AP Coordinator
American Access Care, LLC - Glen Rock, PA
June 2003 to July 2011
Perform accounts payable functions including data entry, payroll processing, maintaining Excel spreadsheets, excellent communication skills
nursing technician
March 2000 to April 2002
york hospital, york, PA
Education
diploma in medical
York County School of Technology
January 2012 to December 2012
Skills
• Medication Administration
• Patient Care
• Home Health
• Excel
• Wound Care
• time management
Additional Information
• Practical Nurse Training
• Combat Medic Training
• Nursing Technician Training
SKILLS AND ABILITIES
Emergency medical training, patient care training, multi tasking skills, excellent communication skills, excellent computer skills.
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