Patrick K. Wiggins, Licensed Practical Nurse
Ogdensburg, 13669, 315-***-****, ************@*****.***
SUMMARY Detail-oriented Licensed Practical Nurse with over 10 years of experience in direct patient care, vital signs monitoring, and therapeutic treatments, including wound management and catheterizations. Proven ability in accurate medical charting and effective shift change communication. Seeking to leverage extensive nursing skills to provide compassionate care for day shift clinic patients at CHMC-Human Resources, contributing to a positive patient experience and efficient operations.
WORK EXPERIENCE
Licensed Practical Nurse
Saint Joseph’s Nursing Home
2025 – 2026 Ogdensburg
Delivered direct patient care, including vital signs monitoring, patient observation, and therapeutic treatments such as wound dressing and management, therapeutic massage, and catheterizations, while administering medications as prescribed.
Compiled comprehensive medical charting and communicated critical information during change of shift reports.
Licensed Practical Nurse
United Helpers Nursing Home
2024 – 2025 Ogdensburg
Provided patient care, including vital signs monitoring, patient observation, and therapeutic treatments such as wound dressing and management, therapeutic massage, and catheterizations, while administering medications as required.
Documented patient information accurately in medical charts and relayed essential updates during change of shift reports.
Licensed Practical Nurse
Saint Joseph’s Nursing Home
2021 – 2024 Ogdensburg
Administered patient care, including obtaining vital signs, performing patient observation, and executing treatments such as wound dressing and management, therapeutic massage, and catheterizations, while dispensing medications.
Maintained meticulous medical charting and facilitated effective communication through change of shift reports.
Licensed Practical Nurse
United Helpers Nursing Home
2020 – 2021 Ogdensburg
Rendered patient care, including vital signs monitoring, patient observation, and treatments such as wound dressing and management, therapeutic massage, and catheterizations, while administering medications. Completed thorough medical charting and relayed pertinent shift change information.
Licensed Practical Nurse
Saint Joseph’s Nursing Home
07/2016 – 2020 Ogdensburg
Provided essential patient care, including obtaining vital signs, performing patient observation, and executing treatments such as wound dressing and management, therapeutic massage, and catheterizations, along with medication administration.
Ensured accurate medical charting and facilitated seamless communication during change of shift reports.
Licensed Practical Nurse
Highland Nursing Home
07/2015 – 07/2016 Massena
Delivered patient care, monitored vital signs, conducted patient observations, and performed treatments including wound dressing and management, therapeutic massage, and catheterizations, while administering required medications.
Completed medical charting and relayed change of shift reports. Licensed Practical Nurse
United Helpers Nursing Home
10/2014 – 06/2015 Ogdensburg
Provided comprehensive patient care, obtained vital signs, performed patient observation, and executed treatments such as wound dressing and management, therapeutic massage, and catheterizations, while administering medications.
Completed medical charting and relayed change of shift reports. Certified Nurse Assistant
Saint Joseph’s Nursing Home
07/2011 – 10/2014 Ogdensburg
Responded promptly to call lights, offering patient care and assistance with daily living activities.
Verified dietary restrictions, allergies, and patient preferences to ensure the provision of appropriate nutrition.
Delivered additional patient care and support as directed by nursing staff. Frozen Foods Manager
P&C Foods
08/1979 – 05/2010 Ogdensburg
Orchestrated work schedules, including hours, breaks, and vacations for staff.
Delegated assignments and duties to team members to ensure operational efficiency.
Managed inventory by ordering merchandise, supplies, and equipment. Accounted for delivered merchandise and systematically reported discrepancies to minimize expenses and maintain accurate inventory levels. EDUCATION
State University of New York
Associates in Applied Science, Business Administration Canton
Licensed Practical Nurse Certification
State University of New York
CERTIFICATES 05/2014