Sarah Allen
Chicago,IL
Summary
Compassionate LPN with extensive experience at American House Senior Living Communities, skilled in medication administration and critical thinking. Proven track record in developing individualized care plans and enhancing patient satisfaction through effective communication and interdisciplinary collaboration. Committed to quality improvement and ethical practice in geriatric and end-of-life care.
Overview
10
10
years of professional experience
Work History
LPN Charge Nurse
American House Senior Living Communities
03.2025 - Current
- Administered medication and monitored patient health conditions to ensure optimal care standards.
- Coordinated daily care activities among nursing staff to enhance team efficiency and patient satisfaction.
- Assisted in developing individualized care plans based on resident assessments and preferences.
- Trained new staff members on protocols, procedures, and best practices in resident care.
- Engaged with families to provide updates and address concerns regarding resident well-being.
- Delegated tasks effectively, optimizing staff productivity and maintaining a well-organized nursing unit.
- Utilized critical thinking skills to make sound clinical decisions in high-pressure situations, minimizing risks and ensuring patient safety.
- Analyzed patient assessments and laboratory data to bring any issues to attention of physicians.
- Promoted continuity of care by thoroughly documenting shift-to-shift communication in nursing reports.
- Documented patient progress and reported changes to healthcare team for timely interventions.
- Facilitated communication between medical professionals and residents to ensure cohesive care delivery.
- Provided compassionate end-of-life care, supporting patients and their families through difficult times.
LPN Charge Nurse
Mayfield Care Center
07.2022 - 02.2025
- Implemented infection control measures to maintain a safe environment for residents and staff.
- Assembled and used equipment such as catheters, tracheotomy tubes, or oxygen suppliers to effectively manage patient care.
- Served as charge nurse, caring for patients with serious illnesses.
- Managed complex wound care cases, applying advanced knowledge of wound healing principles to achieve optimal results.
- Managed daily staff assignments and patient scheduling to guarantee clinic coverage and flow.
- Delivered direct quality care to patients by evaluating medical conditions and managing and assessing treatments.
- Implemented evidence-based nursing practices to improve patient health and maintain compliance with regulatory standards.
- Collaborated with interdisciplinary team members to optimize patient outcomes and deliver high-quality care.
- Served as a mentor to new nurses, fostering a positive work environment and promoting professional growth.
- Coordinated timely admissions, transfers, and discharges for efficient bed utilization within the nursing unit.
- Coordinated daily care activities among nursing staff to enhance team efficiency and patient satisfaction.
- Administered medication and monitored patient health conditions to ensure optimal care standards.
- Assisted in developing individualized care plans based on resident assessments and preferences.
- Documented patient progress and reported changes to healthcare team for timely interventions.
- Trained new staff members on protocols, procedures, and best practices in resident care.
- Conducted regular staff trainings to ensure competence in clinical skills, improving overall quality of care on the unit.
LPN
Symphony Post Acute Network
08.2015 - 10.2022
- Administered medications and treatments in accordance with established protocols and physician orders.
- Monitored patient vital signs, documenting changes and reporting concerns to nursing staff promptly.
- Assisted with daily living activities, ensuring comfort and dignity for residents during care routines.
- Collaborated with interdisciplinary teams to develop and implement individualized care plans for residents.
- Educated patients and families on health management, promoting adherence to treatment regimens and lifestyle changes.
- Trained new staff on facility procedures, enhancing team performance and ensuring compliance with safety standards.
- Cared for wounds, provided treatments, and assisted with procedures.
- Obtained patient vital signs and input/output measurements from inpatients.
- Performed routine evaluations of each patient's status, needs, and preferences.
- Adapted quickly to changing patient needs, adjusting care plans accordingly to ensure optimal outcomes in diverse clinical scenarios.
- Administered controlled narcotics, inserted IVs, and performed catheterizations.
- Comforted and counseled patients and families throughout care process.
- Provided compassionate palliative care for terminally ill patients while supporting their emotional needs during end-of-life stages.
- Mentored new nursing staff to enhance professional development opportunities within the team dynamic.
- Educated patients and families on health promotion, disease prevention, and self-care management strategies.
- Monitored, tracked, and conveyed important patient information to healthcare staff to help optimize treatment planning and care delivery.
- Gathered lab specimens, ordered testing, and interpreted results to diagnose patients.
- Used aseptic techniques to provide sterilized wound care and dressing applications.
- Maintained a safe and therapeutic environment for patients through effective risk assessment and crisis intervention strategies.
- Delivered updates in patient status to charge nurse, recording changes in medical records.
- Assisted with feeding and monitored intake to help patients achieve nutritional objectives.
- Assisted physicians with diagnostic testing and procedural support for optimal treatment decisions.
- Delivered culturally competent care that respected diverse patient populations'' unique values, beliefs, and traditions.
- Ensured regulatory compliance by adhering to infection control protocols and maintaining accurate documentation of patient data.
- Educated patients and caregivers on medical diagnoses, treatment options, chronic disease self-management and wound management.
- Answered incoming phone calls from patients to provide basic assistance and triage medical concerns.
- Promoted a culture of teamwork through active participation in unit meetings, performance improvement initiatives, and collaborative problem-solving efforts.
- Advocated for resident needs, fostering a compassionate environment focused on quality care delivery.
LPN
Cityview Care Center
11.2021 - 06.2022
- Administered medications and treatments according to physician orders and established protocols.
- Monitored patient vital signs, reporting changes to nursing staff for timely interventions.
- Assisted in developing individualized care plans in collaboration with interdisciplinary teams.
- Educated patients and families on health management, enhancing understanding of treatment regimens.
- Coordinated patient admissions and discharges, streamlining processes for improved workflow efficiency.
- Documented patient progress accurately in electronic health records, supporting continuity of care initiatives.
- Improved patient outcomes by administering medications, monitoring vital signs, and documenting relevant information.
- Assisted with admissions, appointments, transfers, and discharges.
- Collaborated with interdisciplinary healthcare teams to ensure continuous quality improvement in patient care delivery.
- Documented accurate and complete patient information to address patient problems and expected outcomes.
- Demonstrated excellent technical skills in wound dressing changes, IV therapy administration, catheter insertion, and other routine nursing procedures.
- Managed patient care through closely monitoring respiration, blood pressure, and blood glucose levels.
- Facilitated efficient communication between patients, families, and healthcare providers to promote continuity of care across settings.
- Managed time-sensitive tasks effectively under pressure while maintaining composure during critical situations or emergencies.
Education
LPN - Nursing
Kellogg Community College
Battle Creek, MI05-2008
Skills
- Vital signs monitoring
- Nursing documentation
- Geriatric care
- End-of-life care
- Emergency care
- Policy compliance
- Ethical practice
- Mental health care
- Clinical judgment
- Quality improvement
- Disease prevention
- Care plan development
- Pediatric care
- Community health
- Obstetric care
- Patient charting
- Medication administration
- Critical thinking
- Wound care
- Dementia knowledge and care
- Specimen collection
- CPR/AED
- Physical assessments
- Infection control
- Nursing staff supervision
- Attention to detail
- HIPAA compliance
- Activities of daily living adls
- Interdisciplinary team collaboration
Timeline
LPN Charge Nurse
American House Senior Living Communities
03.2025 - Current
LPN Charge Nurse
Mayfield Care Center
07.2022 - 02.2025
LPN
Cityview Care Center
11.2021 - 06.2022
LPN
Symphony Post Acute Network
08.2015 - 10.2022
LPN - Nursing
Kellogg Community College