Linda Lucas
Raleigh
Summary
Compassionate LPN recognized for productivity and efficiency in task completion. Skilled in patient assessment, wound care, and medication administration, ensuring high standards of care. Excels in communication, teamwork, and adaptability, vital for navigating fast-paced healthcare environments and fostering positive patient outcomes.
Overview
22
22
years of professional experience
Work History
LPN II
Boswell Regional Center
Magee
10.2003 - Current
- Performed wound care including changing dressings, cleaning wounds, applying ointments and medications and providing other necessary treatments.
- Provided emotional support to patients and families during difficult times.
- Ensured that all medications were administered accurately and on time as prescribed by the physician.
- Observed patients for any changes in their condition or behaviour, reported findings to the supervisor or physician in charge.
- Coordinated with interdisciplinary team members such as doctors, nurses and social workers to ensure quality patient care was provided.
- Performed routine laboratory tests including urinalysis, blood glucose monitoring and others.
- Managed inventory levels of medical supplies within the unit ensuring adequate stock is always available.
- Participated in educational programs to keep up-to-date on new developments in nursing practice.
- Monitored patient progress during treatments or procedures, reporting any abnormalities to the healthcare team immediately.
- Assisted physicians with patient care by taking vital signs, administering injections and performing other nursing duties.
- Assessed patient needs through interviews and physical examinations while adhering to safety standards.
- Provided emotional support during difficult times such as end-of-life decisions or family disputes over treatment options.
- Monitored patient's respiration activity, blood pressure and blood glucose levels in response to medical administration.
Education
Bachelor of Science - Health Information Management
William Carey University
Hattiesburg, MS05-2026
LPN - Nursing
Great Rivers Tech
McGehee, AR06-2001
Skills
- Patient care
- Healthcare documentation
- Wound care
- Medical coding
- End-of-life care
- Behavioral health
- Diabetes management
- Hospice care
- Medical documentation
- Infection control
- Home healthcare
- Health education
- Medical records management
- ADL assistance
- Pulse oximetry tracking
- Breathing treatments
- HIPAA compliance
- Patient safety protocols
- Medical records security
- Biomedical hazard disposal
- MS licensed practical nurse
- Transcribing orders
- Tuberculosis testing
- Pain management
- Medication dispensing
Timeline
LPN II
Boswell Regional Center
10.2003 - Current
Bachelor of Science - Health Information Management
William Carey University
LPN - Nursing
Great Rivers Tech