Ashley D. Care Companion in Pittsburgh, PA 15211

Objective
Motivated LPN seeking challenging employment opportunity.
Profile
Dedicated and sensitive LPN with an extraordinary work ethic and strong patient service record. Adept at fostering and sustaining open and productive professional relationships with physicians patients family members and other medical staff. Highly flexible scheduling availability to include evening’s weekends and emergency situations as required.

Skills Summary
• Extensive practical nursing care experience
• Proficient in a variety of medical procedures including sample collection, blood drawing, wound dressing, IV insertion, vital sign monitoring and infection control
• Competent in consulting with physicians and families to help formulate effective individual care plans
• Exceptional skills in individual patient needs assessment
• Good organizational and time management skills
• Strong oral and written communication skill

Professional Experience

Nursing Assistant
Allegheny General Hospital

Pittsburgh, PA

October 2014 to Present
• Skilled at provided and documented direct patient care and activities, such as activities of daily living, vital signs, specimen collection, assistance with exams, treatments and procedures and patient focused testing.
• Experienced in reporting changes in patient's physical, mental and emotional conditions, as well as any issues or concerns identified by family, to nursing staff.
• Participates in unit activities such as supplies stocking, patient transport, and equipment/appliance cleaning, checks and retrieval.
• Followed Standard Precautions using personal protective equipment as required for procedures.



Nursing Assistant
Maxim Healthcare Services

Pittsburgh, PA

January 2011 to January 2012
• Take and record patients’ vital signs
• Provide residents with exceptional personal care services including grooming, medication and toileting support
• Maintain records and files of facility as per policies and standard operating procedures
• Make and change beds
• Insert and empty catheter bags
• Feed and bathe residents

Private Duty

Pittsburgh, PA

January 2012-2017
• Wound Dressing & Care
• Ventilator & Tracheostomy Suctioning/Care
• G-Tube Feedings & Care
• Respiratory Treatments & Assessments
• IV Therapy
• Patient Bathing & Hygiene Assistance
• Use of hoyer lifts
• Glucose Checks & Blood Pressure Monitoring
• Rehabilitation Therapy