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Kerona Edwards

Stettler,AB

Summary

Dedicated and compassionate Licensed Practical Nurse with extensive experience in sample collection, IV insertion, and infection control. Maintains composure and makes accurate decisions in fast-paced, unpredictable, and stressful environments. History of interfacing seamlessly with doctors, specialized support services, patients, and visiting families. Self-motivated, decisive healthcare professional with proven bedside manner, clinical skills and diagnostic support experience. Manage and document current conditions to effectively support patients and work within multidisciplinary healthcare team to enhance outcomes. Specialize in patient care.

Overview

3
3
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification

Work History

Licensed Practical Nurse

EHN Canada
Red Deer, AB
11.2024 - Current
  • Knowledge of the principle and trauma-informed practice.
  • Complete initial admission of new clients and collaborate with LPN to ensure ongoing care throughout the client stay.
  • Ensure that client care is ethical and meets a high standard of care.
  • Implement and ensure physician orders are conducted.
  • Management of acute withdrawal symptoms.

Licensed Practical Nurse

Irecover
Tee's, Alberta
06.2024 - Current
  • Looked for physical, emotional, and symptomatic changes in patient condition and obtained necessary care for medical concerns.
  • Collaborated with healthcare team to develop individualized care plans for patients.
  • Managed patient records, ensuring confidentiality and compliance with healthcare regulations.
  • Determine the nature and severity of clients presenting to the detox program, and be responsible for gleaning medical information and pertinent psychiatric information from electronic or paper files.
  • Provide direct nursing care and support to clients who are in the process of detoxification, stabilization, and/or transitioning into residential addiction services while effectively challenging clients to ensure their safety and well-being.

Licensed Practical Nurse

Royal Oaks
Lacombe, Alberta
12.2023 - 05.2024
  • Performed physical assessments, including vital signs and health history documentation.
  • Provided patient care in accordance with physicians' orders and nursing standards of practice.
  • Administered medications and treatments according to established protocols.
  • Observed changes in patient's condition and reported any significant changes to the registered nurse or physician.
  • Communicated effectively with patients, family members, healthcare team members, and other stakeholders regarding patient care plans or concerns.

Licensed Practical Nurse

Alberta health Services
Hanna, Alberta
09.2022 - 09.2023
  • Performed physical assessments, including vital signs and health history documentation.
  • Provided patient care in accordance with physicians' orders and nursing standards of practice.
  • Assisted patients with personal hygiene activities such as bathing, dressing, eating, grooming, and toileting needs.
  • Observed changes in patient's condition and reported any significant changes to the registered nurse or physician.
  • Monitored vital signs, fluid intake and output levels, glucose levels, and other medical tests results.
  • Educated patients on disease prevention and management strategies for their individual conditions.
  • Communicated effectively with patients, family members, healthcare team members, and other stakeholders regarding patient care plans or concerns.
  • Provided emotional support to patients dealing with illness or injury related issues.
  • Assisted with admissions and discharges of patients from hospital units or long-term care facilities.

Education

LICENSED PRACTICAL NURSE -

Northern Lakes College
Lloydminster, AB
01.2022

BUSINESS ADMINISTRATION -

Grand Prairie Regional College
Grande Prairie, AB
01.2014

Skills

  • CIWA and COWS
  • Suboxone and Sublocade
  • Health education
  • Critical thinking
  • Clinical documentation
  • Family communication
  • Wound care
  • Physical assessment
  • Emergency response
  • HIPAA compliance
  • Compassionate care
  • Catheter care
  • Documenting incidents
  • Empathetic and compassionate
  • Diabetes management
  • Geriatric care
  • ADL assistance
  • Patient assessment
  • Trauma-informed care
  • Team collaboration
  • Crisis intervention
  • Symptom management
  • Biomedical hazard disposal
  • Transcribing orders
  • Time management abilities
  • Healthcare software proficiency
  • Certified in CPR/AED
  • Cultural competence
  • Active listening
  • Conflict resolution
  • Problem-solving aptitude

Certification

  • College of Licensed Practical Nurses- member in good standing
  • Alberta Health Care Aide Directory- member in good standing
  • Med Admin by CVC, PICC or IVAD
  • Parental Nutrition Administration
  • Immunizations
  • Diagnostic Testing and Laboratory Values
  • LPN Code of Ethics
  • Anaphylaxis
  • IPAC Hand Hygiene
  • Basic Life Support
  • Business Administration
  • Food Safety Certificate
  • Protecting Patients from Sexual Abuse and Misconduct
  • PTSD Awareness
  • Blood and Blood Products

Timeline

Licensed Practical Nurse

EHN Canada
11.2024 - Current

Licensed Practical Nurse

Irecover
06.2024 - Current

Licensed Practical Nurse

Royal Oaks
12.2023 - 05.2024

Licensed Practical Nurse

Alberta health Services
09.2022 - 09.2023

LICENSED PRACTICAL NURSE -

Northern Lakes College

BUSINESS ADMINISTRATION -

Grand Prairie Regional College

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