Kaitlyn Hanson
Carterville
Summary
Highly motivated and committed LPN with proven history of superior performance at individual, team and organizational levels. Multitasks and prioritizes workloads with little or no supervision. Detail-oriented professional looking to bring medical background and team-building skills to deadline-driven environment.
Overview
8
8
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
LPN
Marshall Browning Hospital- Urgent Care
07.2024 - Current
- Utilized time management skills to prioritize tasks effectively, allowing for efficient completion of daily responsibilities.
- Maintained accurate documentation of all relevant clinical data, ensuring compliance with regulatory standards.
- Implemented infection control measures, ensuring a clean and safe environment for patients and staff.
- Managed patient care through closely monitoring respiration, blood pressure, and blood glucose levels.
- Obtained patient vital signs and input/output measurements from inpatients.
- Performed wound care treatments using sterile techniques, promoting healing and preventing complications.
- Documented accurate and complete patient information to address patient problems and expected outcomes.
Home Health Aide
Interim HealthCare
01.2021 - 02.2024
- Helped patients maintain personal hygiene through bathing, grooming, and toileting assistance when necessary for dignity preservation.
- Maintained a clean and safe home environment for patients, reducing falls and accidents.
- Performed light housekeeping duties including laundry linen changes sweeping vacuuming and mopping ensuring a clean and organized living space for patients.
- Provided transportation and appointments management.
Medical Assistant
Heartland Women's healthcare
07.2021 - 04.2022
- Sanitized, restocked, and organized exam rooms and medical equipment.
- Obtained client medical history, medication information, symptoms, and allergies.
- Documented vital signs and health history for patients in clinic and hospital environments.
- Assisted physicians with minor surgeries, including preparing operating room and sterilizing instruments.
- Prepared lab specimens for diagnostic evaluation.
CNA - Certified Nursing Assistant
PCMH
12.2017 - 08.2019
- Assisted patients with daily living activities, promoting independence and dignity.
- Checked patient vitals such as temperature, blood pressure, and blood sugar levels.
- Promoted good oral and personal hygiene by aiding patients with shaving, bathing, and teeth brushing.
- Answered call lights and supported patient comfort and safety by adjusting bed rails and equipment.
- Utilized proper body mechanics and assistance devices when transferring patients, minimizing the risk of injury for both parties.
Nurse Assistant
Riverview at the Park Care & Rehabilitation Center
08.2016 - 05.2017
- Promoted good oral and personal hygiene by aiding patients with shaving, bathing, and teeth brushing.
- Answered call lights and supported patient comfort and safety by adjusting bed rails and equipment.
- Supported patient mobility by transferring them from bed to chair or other locations using proper lifting techniques, reducing the risk of injury for both patients and staff members alike during such activities.
- Completed activities of daily living for patients unable to self-care, and assisted those with limited mobility in completing tasks.
Education
Licensed Practical Nurse Certification - Nursing
John A Logan College
Carterville, IL05.2024
No Degree - General Studies
Southern Illinois University-Carbondale
Carbondale, IL01.2021
High School Diploma -
Ste. Genevieve Sr. High School
Sainte Genevieve, MO05.2018
Skills
- Patient Care
- Medical Terminology
- Vital Sign Monitoring
- EMR / EHR
- Procedure Assistance
- Immunization Administration
- Laboratory Specimen Collection
- OB/GYN procedures
Certification
- Licensed Practical Nurse
- Medical Assistant
- CNA
- CPR/BLS/AED Certification (Adult + Pediatrics)
Languages
English
Native or Bilingual
Timeline
LPN
Marshall Browning Hospital- Urgent Care
07.2024 - Current
Medical Assistant
Heartland Women's healthcare
07.2021 - 04.2022
Home Health Aide
Interim HealthCare
01.2021 - 02.2024
CNA - Certified Nursing Assistant
PCMH
12.2017 - 08.2019
Nurse Assistant
Riverview at the Park Care & Rehabilitation Center
08.2016 - 05.2017
- Licensed Practical Nurse
- Medical Assistant
- CNA
- CPR/BLS/AED Certification (Adult + Pediatrics)
Licensed Practical Nurse Certification - Nursing
John A Logan College
No Degree - General Studies
Southern Illinois University-Carbondale
High School Diploma -
Ste. Genevieve Sr. High School
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