Provided compassionate nursing care to residents at Laurens House, ensuring adherence to healthcare plans, administering medications, and monitoring patient health through assessments and documentation.
LPN (F/T) Wound Nurse/Nurse Clinical Manager
Willow Tree Hospice
Kennett Square
02.2016 - 05.2019
Managed daily operations and scheduling for a team of 25-30 Certified Nursing Assistants, ensuring efficient staff allocation and adherence to care standards.
Monitored staff attendance, identifying trends and addressing punctuality issues to maintain a high level of professional accountability.
Administered counseling and corrective measures as necessary, while also executing a range of administrative tasks to support team functionality and patient care.
LPN Wound/Treatment Nurse
Ingls House
02.2016 - 12.2016
Administered comprehensive wound care to residents, ensuring adherence to the highest standards of treatment protocols.
Coordinated with medical doctors and registered nurse supervisors to educate staff on effective wound care strategies, enhancing overall patient care quality.
LPN
Bowling Green Brandywine Drug and Alcohol
09.2015 - 01.2016
Provided compassionate care to patients with substance abuse disorders at Bowling Green Brandywine Drug and Alcohol, administering medication, monitoring detoxification processes, and contributing to treatment plans in a multidisciplinary team setting.
Licensed Practical Nurse/Wound Care Nurse
Ware Presbyterian Village
Oxford
04.2000 - 11.2014
Provided comprehensive nursing care to elderly residents at Ware Presbyterian Village, adhering to established healthcare protocols and ensuring the highest level of comfort and safety for patients.
LPN (PRN)
Kendal Crosslands
Kennett Square
08.2024
Provided high-quality, compassionate nursing care to residents at Kendal Crosslands on an as-needed basis, adhering to established healthcare protocols and ensuring patient comfort and safety at all times.
Maintained a safe environment by following infection control policies and procedures.
Assisted in administering medications and monitoring patient responses.
Collaborated with healthcare team to develop individualized care plans.
Maintained accurate patient records and documentation for compliance.
Educated patients and families on health management and wellness practices.
Ensured a safe, clean environment through regular sanitation practices.
Observed changes in patient's condition and reported any significant changes to the registered nurse or physician.
Provided patient care in accordance with physicians' orders and nursing standards of practice.
LPN Supervisor PT
Jenners Pond
West Grove
10.2021 - Current
Supervised nursing staff and coordinated patient care in a PRN capacity at Jenners Pond, ensuring adherence to healthcare regulations and standards while providing high-quality nursing services.
Education
Wound Care Recertification -
Wound Care Education Institute
Lake Geneva, WI
03-2025
BLS Certification - Nursing
American Heart Association
West Chester, PA
02-2025
IV Therapy Certification -
01-2013
Wound Care Certification -
Wound Care Education Institute
IL
01-2012
A.A.S. - Practical Nursing
Lancaster County Career and Technology
04-2000
Licensed Practical Nurse (LPN) - Nursing
State of Pennsylvania
01-2000
Skills
Medication Administration
Wound Dressing & Care
Tracheostomy Suctioning/Care (Both Adult and Pediatric)
G-Tube, J-Tube Feedings and Care
Respiratory Treatments & Assessments
IV Therapy
Patient Bathing & Hygiene Assistance
Glucose Checks With Sliding Scale Administration
Vital Sign Monitoring
Rehabilitation Therapy
Experience With Home Pleur X Catheter Peritoneal Drainage Systems
Dialysis Access Sites With Assessments of Thrill and Bruit
Administering Medications When Patients Unable to Go to Dialysis
Administering All Types of Vaccines Including TB Shots
Experience With Prosthetics S/P New/Old Surgery
Extensive Experience Dealing With Dementia and Behavioral Disturbances
Taking Care of Children With a Wide Variety of Medical and Physical Disabilities
Administer Assigned Children Medications via (Po, G-Tube, NG Tube)
Medication administration
Patient assessment
Wound care management
Infection control practices
Team collaboration
Patient education
Staff supervision
Problem solving
Time management
Effective communication
Conflict resolution
Critical thinking
Multi-tasking and prioritization
Pediatric care
Pain management
Charting and recording
Breathing treatments
Geriatric care
PA licensed practical nurse
HIPAA compliance
Vital signs
Direct patient care
Infection control
EMR / EHR
HIPAA protocols
Anatomy
Samples collection
Catheter care
Medical office administration
Immunization administration
Home health care
End-of-life care
Certification
Licensed Practical Nurse (LPN), State of Pennsylvania 2000
Wound Care Certification, Wound Care Education Institute, IL 2012
Wound Care Recertification, Wound Care Education Institute, IL 2017