Compassionate and detail-oriented Licensed Practical Nurse with 3+ years of experience providing direct patient care in skilled nursing and long-term care settings
Proven ability to manage care for 12-18 geriatric patients with complex medical needs including diabetes management, wound care, and medication administration across multiple chronic conditions
Strong clinical skills in IV therapy, catheter care, and post-operative patient monitoring with consistent track record of accurate documentation and zero medication errors in past 18 months
Effective communicator skilled at collaborating with interdisciplinary teams, educating patients and families, and recognizing early signs of condition changes requiring physician notification
Licensure & Certifications
Licensed Practical Nurse (LPN)
Ohio Board of Nursing
Valid through December 2026
Basic Life Support (BLS)
American Heart Association
Expires August 2025
IV Therapy Certification
National Association for Practical Nurse Education
Expires October 2025
Wound Care Certification
Wound Care Education Institute
Expires March 2026
Professional Experience
Riverside Skilled Nursing Facility
Licensed Practical Nurse
March 2022 - Present
Provide comprehensive nursing care for 15-18 geriatric patients in 120-bed skilled nursing facility, including medication administration (PO, IM, SubQ, topical), wound care, catheter maintenance, blood glucose monitoring, and vital signs assessment
Serve as charge nurse on evening shift twice weekly, supervising 4 CNAs and coordinating care delivery across 40-bed unit while managing emergency situations and family communications
Administer medications to patients with complex regimens including insulin sliding scale calculations, pain management protocols, and psychotropic medications for dementia patients
Perform advanced wound care including dressing changes for stage 3-4 pressure ulcers, surgical wounds, and diabetic ulcers, maintaining detailed wound measurements and photographic documentation in PointClickCare EHR
Recognized early signs of urinary tract infection in non-verbal dementia patient through behavioral changes and vital sign trends, promptly notified physician, resulting in timely antibiotic treatment that prevented hospitalization
Collaborate daily with RN supervisor, physical therapists, dietitians, and social workers to implement individualized care plans and document patient progress accurately
Educate patients and family members on medication management, diabetes care, fall prevention, and end-of-life care options with sensitivity and clarity
Successfully managed care during COVID-19 outbreak in facility, implementing infection control protocols and monitoring 12 positive residents for respiratory distress and declining status
Meadowbrook Assisted Living Community
Licensed Practical Nurse
June 2021 - March 2022
Provided nursing care for 25-30 residents in 80-unit assisted living facility, focusing on medication administration, health monitoring, and coordination with outside healthcare providers
Administered daily medications during morning and evening med passes, managing complex regimens for residents with hypertension, diabetes, heart disease, and COPD
Conducted weekly health assessments including vital signs, weight monitoring, and skin checks to identify changes requiring intervention
Coordinated with residents' primary care physicians and specialists regarding medication changes, new symptoms, and scheduled appointments
Trained and mentored new LPN during 6-week orientation period, demonstrating medication administration procedures, documentation standards, and facility-specific protocols
Managed acute situations including falls with injury, chest pain episodes, and severe hypoglycemia, providing immediate care and determining appropriate level of emergency response
Multiple Healthcare Facilities
LPN Clinical Rotations
August 2020 - May 2021
Completed 320 hours of supervised clinical practice across medical-surgical, geriatric, pediatric, and rehabilitation settings as part of LPN program requirements
Provided direct patient care for 6-8 patients per shift including medication administration (PO, IM, SubQ), wound care, catheter insertion and maintenance, vital signs monitoring, and patient hygiene assistance
Documented patient assessments, medication administration, and care interventions in Epic and Cerner EHR systems under clinical instructor supervision
Administered medications via multiple routes including oral, intramuscular, subcutaneous, and topical applications with 100% accuracy throughout clinical rotations
Assisted with post-operative patient care including pain management, surgical wound assessment, incentive spirometry teaching, and early mobilization
Demonstrated competency in IV insertion, blood glucose monitoring, nasogastric tube feeding, tracheostomy care and suctioning, and ostomy care
Riverside Skilled Nursing Facility
Certified Nursing Assistant
January 2019 - August 2020
Provided direct patient care for 10-12 residents including assistance with activities of daily living, vital signs monitoring, and reporting changes in condition to nursing staff
Assisted residents with bathing, dressing, toileting, feeding, and mobility using proper body mechanics and transfer equipment including Hoyer lifts and gait belts
Documented care provided and patient observations accurately in facility charting system
Responded to call lights promptly and maintained patient safety through fall prevention protocols and proper positioning techniques
Education
Columbus Technical Institute
Licensed Practical Nursing Diploma
May 2021
Graduated: May 2021
Columbus State Community College
Associate of Science in Nursing (In Progress)
Expected December 2025
Expected Completion: December 2025 Completed 28 of 64 credits | Current GPA: 3.6
Clinical Skills
Medication Administration: PO, IM, SubQ, topical, insulin administration and sliding scale calculations, IV medication administration (per Ohio scope), medication reconciliation
Patient Care Procedures: Wound care and dressing changes (including complex wounds), IV insertion and maintenance (certified), Catheter insertion and care (Foley and straight cath), Blood glucose monitoring, Tube feeding administration (NG and PEG), Tracheostomy care and suctioning, Ostomy care, Phlebotomy
Patient Populations: Geriatric care including dementia and Alzheimer's patients, Post-operative care, Diabetes management, Chronic disease management (COPD, CHF, hypertension), End-of-life care and hospice support, Fall prevention and mobility assistance
Technical Proficiencies: PointClickCare EHR, Epic EHR, Cerner EHR, Electronic medication administration records (eMAR), Medication dispensing systems (Pyxis, Omnicell), Vital signs monitoring equipment, Glucometers and insulin pens
Professional Competencies: HIPAA compliance and patient privacy, Infection control and standard precautions, Accurate clinical documentation, Patient and family education, Interdisciplinary team collaboration, Time management with multiple patients, Critical thinking and clinical judgment
Awards & Recognition
Employee of the Quarter, Q2 2023
Riverside Skilled Nursing Facility
Q2 2023
Recognized for consistently high patient satisfaction scores, zero medication errors over 12-month period, and exceptional mentoring of two newly hired LPNs during orientation
Selected for Wound Care Committee
Riverside Skilled Nursing Facility
2023-Present
Chosen as one of two LPNs (from nursing staff of 22) to serve on facility wound care committee responsible for reviewing wound care protocols, conducting staff education, and ensuring documentation compliance
Clinical Excellence Award
Columbus Technical Institute LPN Program
May 2021
Awarded to one graduate per cohort for outstanding clinical performance, professionalism, and demonstration of critical thinking skills throughout program clinical rotations
Perfect Clinical Attendance
Columbus Technical Institute LPN Program
2020-2021
Maintained 100% attendance throughout 320 hours of clinical rotations across multiple healthcare settings
Professional Affiliations
National Association of Licensed Practical Nurses (NAPLPN)
Member since 2021
2021
Ohio Association of Licensed Practical Nurses
Member since 2021
2021
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