Amber schmidt
Nevada
Summary
Hardworking and reliable LPN with strong management skills and broad knowledge of skilled nursing practices. Well organized, detail oriented, and punctual with team-oriented mentality. Resourceful with a proactive mindset and good communication skills.
Overview
16
16
years of professional experience
Work History
Charge Nurse
Moore Few Care Center
Nevada, MO
05.2023 - Current
- Implemented evidence-based practices
- Managed medication administration processes, ensuring accuracy and compliance with regulatory guidelines.
- Facilitated communication between patients, families, and healthcare providers.
- Trained new nurses in proper techniques, care standards, operational procedures, and safety protocols.
- Coordinated nursing care on unit through staff assignments, assisting and rounding with physicians, monitoring patient orders, and communicating with ancillary departments.
- Evaluated patient histories, complaints, and current symptoms.
- Managed patients recovering from medical or surgical procedures.
- Implemented infection control measures, contributing to a safer healthcare environment for patients and staff.
- Demonstrated technical skills in wound dressing changes, IV therapy administration, catheter insertion, and other routine nursing procedures.
- Assisted with admissions, appointments, transfers, and discharges.
LPN
Now Care Clinic/ Nevada Regional Medical Center
Nevada,MO
02.2021 - 04.2023
- Monitored patient vital signs, documenting changes and reporting concerns to Nurse Practitioner.
- Assisted in daily patient care activities, fostering a supportive environment to enhance recovery and comfort.
- Educated patients and families on health management and medication adherence to promote wellness.
- Cared for wounds, provided treatments, and assisted with procedures.
- Documented accurate and complete patient information to address patient problems and expected outcomes.
- Gathered lab specimens, ordered testing, and interpreted results to diagnose patients.
Assistant Director of Nursing
Moore Few Care Center
Nevada, MO
02.2017 - 02.2021
- Supervised nursing staff to ensure adherence to care protocols and regulatory compliance.
- Developed training programs for nursing personnel, enhancing team competency and patient care quality.
- Established quality assurance measures to monitor and enhance patient outcomes across departments.
- Led initiatives to improve staff retention through mentorship and professional development opportunities.
- Participated in management team meetings to discuss resident status, census changes, and resident complaints or concerns.
- Collaborated with staff, management, and external groups to coordinate patient care.
- Performed rounds to observe care and interview staff, residents, and families.
- Identified department issues to recommend corrective actions.
- Developed policies and procedures for infection control.
- Prepared and reviewed infection control surveillance reports to identify trends and develop effective actions to control and prevent infections.
Charge Nurse
Moore Few Care Center
Nevada, Mo
03.2014 - 02.2017
- Supervised nursing staff, ensuring adherence to care protocols and quality standards.
- Coordinated discharge planning, collaborating with patients, families, and healthcare providers to ensure seamless transitions of care.
- Oversaw administration of medication.
- Documented treatments delivered, medications and IVs administered, discharge instructions, and follow-up care.
- Administered controlled narcotics, inserted IVs, and performed catheterizations.
LPN
Nevada Urgent Care
Nevada, MO
06.2013 - 03.2014
- Demonstrated respect, friendliness, and willingness to help wherever needed.
- Monitored patient vital signs, documenting changes and reporting concerns to nursing staff for timely intervention.
- Administered medications as prescribed by Nurse Practitioner, ensuring compliance with safety protocols.
- Streamlined inventory management processes, reducing waste and ensuring availability of essential medical supplies.
LPN
Moore Few Care Center
Nevada, MO
08.2010 - 06.2013
- Obtained patient vital signs and input/output measurements from inpatients.
- Performed routine evaluations of each patient's status, needs, and preferences.
- Provided compassionate palliative care for terminally ill patients while supporting their emotional needs during end-of-life stages.
- Monitored, tracked, and conveyed important patient information to healthcare staff.
- Assisted with feeding and monitored intake to help patients achieve nutritional objectives.
- Advocated for patients' needs and preferences with healthcare providers.
Education
LPN - Licensed Practical Nursing
Nevada Regional Technical Center
Nevada, MO05-2010
Skills
- Decision-making
- Clinical leadership and duty delegation
- Wound care
- Documentation
- IV Certified
- Infection Control Prevention
- Certified in CPR/AED
- Care coordination
- Acute and rehabilitative Care
- Staff education, training, scheduling, and management
- Quality Assurance Controls
Timeline
Charge Nurse
Moore Few Care Center
05.2023 - Current
LPN
Now Care Clinic/ Nevada Regional Medical Center
02.2021 - 04.2023
Assistant Director of Nursing
Moore Few Care Center
02.2017 - 02.2021
Charge Nurse
Moore Few Care Center
03.2014 - 02.2017
LPN
Nevada Urgent Care
06.2013 - 03.2014
LPN
Moore Few Care Center
08.2010 - 06.2013
LPN - Licensed Practical Nursing
Nevada Regional Technical Center