Knowledgeable LVN with solid foundation in patient care, medication administration, and vital signs monitoring. Proven ability to support healthcare teams and contribute to high-quality patient outcomes. Demonstrated compassionate patient interaction and effective communication skills.
-Supervise and manage a team of 4 LVNs, 5 MAs, and 7 healthcare providers, ensuring efficient daily operations, task delegation, and optimal patient care delivery.
-Assist in and set up for various in-office procedures, including endoscopies, turbinate reductions, MSRs, and skin cancer excisions, ensuring smooth operations and patient safety.
-Process and prepare surgical instruments for autoclaving, ensuring proper sterilization and adherence to safety and infection control protocols.
-Review and assign skin cancer referrals to appropriate ENT specialists, ensuring timely and accurate follow-up.
-Utilize service recovery techniques to address patient concerns, resolve issues promptly, and ensure a positive patient experience.
-Conducted detailed chart reviews to ensure compliance with clinical guidelines and improve patient care outcomes for the assisted living and memory care.
-Manage medication administration and monitor patient glucose levels, ensuring proper treatment and care in accordance with medical protocols.
-Administer basic wound care treatments, assist with dressing changes, and educate patients on proper wound management techniques.
-Coordinate and manage staffing schedules to ensure optimal coverage and efficient operation of the community.
-Provide ongoing coaching and mentorship to staff, promoting skill development, improving performance, and fostering a positive team environment.
-Provided COVID-19 education and ongoing training for staff and residents, focusing on proper PPE usage, social distancing, and adherence to health guidelines.
-Conduct med pass for patients, ensuring proper medication administration, monitoring for side effects, and documenting accurately.
-Tracked and recorded blood glucose levels to ensure proper medication adjustments and minimize complications related to diabetes.
-Collaborate with healthcare team members to create, update, and monitor care plans and ADL evaluations, ensuring personalized patient care and support.
-Led family care meetings, discussing patient conditions, progress, and treatment plans to ensure cohesive and patient-centered care.
-Assist with colostomy and Foley catheter management, including troubleshooting issues and providing patient education on proper care and maintenance.
-Conducted chart audits to evaluate accuracy, completeness, and compliance with internal standards and regulatory requirements.
-Supported weekly rounds with the attending MD to evaluate the health status of residents, including monitoring vital signs and documenting health changes.
-Managed daily medication administration for residents, monitored for side effects or adverse reactions, and communicated concerns to the attending physician.
-Basic wound care
-Responded promptly and effectively to medical emergencies, ensuring the safety and well-being of residents during critical situations.
-Medication Administration
-Wound Care
-IV Hydration and insertion
-Daily Documentation
-Monitor for Change of Condition and Report to MD.
-NG/JG Tube Feedings
-Oxygen management
-Respiratory Treatments
Provided in home supportive to a pediatric patient severe brain damage. These services included:
-Oxygen Management
-Trach Care
-Foley Cath Management
-Medication Management via j-tube
-Nebulizers
-Tube feedings
-Repositioning
-All ADL's
-Daily Documentation
-Daily communication with parents