Teena Mathis
Marion
Summary
Compassionate Licensed Practical Nurse with experience in delivering patient-focused care and maintaining a safe and efficient healthcare environment. Skilled in monitoring patient conditions, administering medications, and collaborating with healthcare teams to promote patient well-being. Demonstrated ability to improve processes in fast-paced settings, leading to enhanced patient satisfaction and workflow efficiency. Adaptable professional with a quick-learning ability and a talent for adjusting to new environments. Skilled in rapidly acquiring new knowledge and applying it effectively. Driven by a passion for continuous learning and successfully navigating change.
Overview
19
19
years of professional experience
Work History
LPN
Pikes Peak Post Acute Care
Colorado Springs
11.2016 - 06.2025
- Provided emotional support during difficult times such as end-of-life decisions or family disputes over treatment options.
- Assisted physicians with patient care by taking vital signs, administering injections and performing other nursing duties.
- Ensured that all medications were administered accurately and on time as prescribed by the physician.
- Evaluated effectiveness of interventions implemented based on patient responses or feedback from family members.
- Collaborated with multidisciplinary teams to develop long term goals for patients who require ongoing treatment.
- Performed routine laboratory tests including urinalysis, blood glucose monitoring and others.
- Performed wound care including changing dressings, cleaning wounds, applying ointments and medications and providing other necessary treatments.
- Observed patients for any changes in their condition or behaviour, reported findings to the supervisor or physician in charge.
- Coordinated with interdisciplinary team members such as doctors, nurses and social workers to ensure quality patient care was provided.
- Monitored patient progress during treatments or procedures, reporting any abnormalities to the healthcare team immediately.
- Participated in educational programs to keep up-to-date on new developments in nursing practice.
- Provided emotional support to patients and families during difficult times.
- Conducted daily rounds visiting assigned patients ensuring they are comfortable and have all necessary supplies available.
- Provided direct physical and emotional support to patients and their families.
- Managed inventory levels of medical supplies within the unit ensuring adequate stock is always available.
- Educated staff members regarding infection control protocols or best practices when caring for a particular type of illness or injury.
- Instructed patients and their families about disease prevention, proper nutrition, medication management and other health related topics.
- Maintained accurate medical records of each patient's health condition.
- Observed, charted, and reported developments in patient health conditions for nursing supervisor.
- Followed rehabilitation and treatment care plans to accelerate patient recovery, minimize pain, and optimize patient outcomes.
- Collected and documented vital signs to track current patient conditions.
- Looked for physical, emotional, and symptomatic changes in patient condition and obtained necessary care for medical concerns.
- Prevented drug interactions and contributed to correct diagnosis by recording patient health information, monitoring vitals and updating patient files.
- Monitored patient's respiration activity, blood pressure and blood glucose levels in response to medical administration.
- Interviewed patients to obtain medical history.
- Sterilized medical equipment and supplies with germicides, sterilizers and autoclaves.
- Managed patient records, ensuring confidentiality and compliance with healthcare regulations.
- Coordinated with doctors and registered nurses to develop care plans for patients.
- Participated in quality improvement initiatives to enhance patient care outcomes.
- Used sterile techniques to prepare patients for procedures.
- Communicated with patients with compassion while keeping medical information private.
- Collaborated with multi-disciplinary staff to improve overall patient care and response times.
- Addressed patient care needs, collected vitals, dressed wounds, and managed catheters.
- Prepared or examined food trays for conformance to prescribed diet.
- Collected biological samples for routine laboratory testing to assist diagnostic processes.
- Worked as part of healthcare team to assess patient needs, plan and modify care and implement interventions.
- Guaranteed exceptional care quality by correctly administering medication, inserting and caring for catheters, dressing and changing wounds and assisting with personal hygiene.
- Measured and recorded patient height, weight and other vital signs.
- Answered patients' calls to determine how to assist.
- Monitored infection control procedures to verify facility-wide health and safety.
- Observed strict confidentiality and safeguarded all patient-related information.
- Answered patient calls, identified issues, and determined how best to provide assistance within parameters established by facility and supervisor.
- Worked with social workers, physical therapists and speech therapists to assess patient needs, plan and adjust plans of care and actualize nursing interventions to promote and restore patient health.
- Assembled and used catheters, tracheotomy tubes or oxygen suppliers.
- Delivered high-quality direct and indirect nursing care to patients.
House Supervisor/LPN
Cardinal House Inc
Anna
06.2006 - 07.2016
- Oversaw daily operations including scheduling shifts, assigning tasks, monitoring workflow .
- Coordinated communication between departments to ensure timely completion of tasks.
- Developed departmental goals and objectives to improve operational performance.
- Maintained accurate records of employee attendance, payroll information, shift changes.
- Acted as a liaison between management team and frontline staff regarding issues such as policy changes or process improvements.
- Assessed staff competency through observation, evaluation and feedback sessions.
- Monitored patient care activities to ensure quality service delivery.
- Participated in meetings with medical directors and physicians to discuss clinical concerns related to patient care practices.
- Developed strategies for improving efficiency in operations while maintaining quality standards.
- Engaged in problem solving initiatives to resolve conflicts between staff or patients.
- Trained new employees on departmental protocols, policies and procedures.
- Promoted teamwork among staff members by providing support, resources and recognition for a job well done.
- Collaborated with other departments within the facility to coordinate interdisciplinary care plans for patients.
- Evaluated performance of existing staff members through annual reviews and disciplinary actions when necessary.
- Managed daily staffing needs including scheduling shifts, managing call-offs and recruiting additional personnel as needed.
- Investigated customer complaints related to patient care services provided by the department.
- Reviewed incident reports and took appropriate corrective action when necessary.
- Provided patients necessary medications via appropriate pathways.
- Maintained correct number of staffers to meet budget parameters while promoting high levels of patient care.
- Maintained comprehensive base of unit supplies to meet expected patient demands, public health emergencies, and mass casualty incidences.
- Researched and recommended care plan programs to support patient needs.
- Called upon staff members to discuss patient care and treatment.
- Trained new employees on company policies, procedures, and standards.
- Communicated with patients with compassion while keeping medical information private.
- Maintained awareness of government regulations, health insurance changes and financing options.
- Recruited, hired and trained new medical and facility staff.
- Coordinated work activities and scheduling of medical, nursing and physical plant staff.
- Directed, supervised and evaluated medical, clerical or maintenance personnel.
Education
Associate of Science - Science
Shawnee Community College
Ullin, IL05-1990
Skills
- Patient assessment
- Medication administration
- Wound care
- Vital signs monitoring
- Care plan coordination
- Infection control
- Emotional support
- Team collaboration
- Record keeping
- Conflict resolution
- Staff training
- Psychiatric nursing
- Nursing ethics
- Patient mobility assistance
- Geriatric nursing
- Compassionate care
- End-of-life care
- Time management
Affiliations
- I enjoy in my free time crocheting, beading and reading.
References
References available upon request.
Timeline
LPN
Pikes Peak Post Acute Care
11.2016 - 06.2025
House Supervisor/LPN
Cardinal House Inc
06.2006 - 07.2016
Associate of Science - Science
Shawnee Community College
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