Lori-Anne Barkhouse
VON Pictou County
Loch Broom ,NS
Summary
Dedicated Licensed Practical Nurse with VON Pictou County, recognized for enhanced patient outcomes and compassionate care. Skilled in preparing patient assessments, advocating and communicating for client with physician, care coordinator, palliative team and with in clients family, I excel in critical thinking and family communication, ensuring quality care delivery and support clients needs and respect their wishes during different situations in community.
Work History
Licensed Practical Nurse
15 Years 6 Months- Improved patient outcomes by administering medications, monitoring vital signs, and documenting relevant information.
- Cared for wounds, provided treatments
- Assisted with admissions, appointments, transfers, and discharges.
- Collaborated with interdisciplinary healthcare teams to ensure continuous quality improvement in patient care delivery.(physicians, care coordinator, palliative team)
- Documented accurate and complete patient information to address patient problems and expected outcomes.
- Community Nursing- Traveling independently each shift to clients homes. All care in clients homes.
Education
Diploma - Practical Nursing
Skills
Medication administration
Direct patient care
Vital signs monitoring
Patient support
Adaptable and flexible
CPR/AED
Critical thinking
Empathetic and compassionate
Multi-tasking and prioritization
Educating families
End-of-life care
Care planning
Family communication
Patient assessments
Clinical judgment
Certification
Nonviolent Crisis Intervention Certificate
Timeline
Licensed Practical Nurse
VON Pictou County
05.2011 - CurrentRead More
Nova Scotia Community College
Diploma from Practical Nursing
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