Oakridge Healthcare CenterLVN
Nov. 2009 - Dec. 2014Roseville, Ca• Provided supervision and oversight of all nursing functions for approximately 10 Certified Nursing Assistants. Insured continuous patient care of all patients by monitoring and auditing processes, including medication administration, staff evaluations, new hire training, and implanting phone orders. • Diligently worked to lower patient falls by 25% leading to faster recovery and increased patient activity and positive outcomes. • Reduced occurrence of skin breakdown in patients by 20%. • Effectively scheduled nursing assignments for the next day and kept track of all doctor’s schedules, such as the dentist, podiatrist, dialysis, and scheduled surgeries. • Provided wound care, GT/NG feeding and maintenance and IV/Picc maintenance for patients on the unit. • Used effective interpersonal skills to communicate with director of nursing and physicians regarding patient care and change in status updates. • Managed and analyzed patient care following admission/readmission. Conducted initial assessment for newly admitted or readmitted patients. • Ensured appropriate documentation of resident care and maintaining medical records to ensure safe, efficient, and therapeutic care to residents. • Investigated patient complaints, including allegations of abuse or misconduct. Reported information immediately to leadership for appropriate documentation and compliance.