Paige Purnell

• Conducted thorough physical assessments, including focused spinal and neurovascular assessments, to monitor post-surgical progress.
• Ensured patient safety during transfers, ambulation, and positioning, using appropriate assistive devices to prevent falls and injuries.
• Assisted in the management of surgical wounds, including dressing changes, infection prevention, and monitoring for complications.
• Engaged in reflective practice and utilized feedback from preceptors to improve clinical skills and knowledge.

During the last two summers, I worked as a student nurse at a long-term care facility. During my time I:

• Collaborated with physicians, nurses, and other healthcare professionals to provide quality resident care.
• Assisted with wound care management, including dressing changes and monitoring for signs of infection.
• Coordinated with the healthcare team to establish, enact, and evaluate resident care plans.
• Interacted with residents in a professional manner while providing compassionate care.
• Advocated for resident needs with an interdisciplinary team and implemented the outlined treatment plans.
• Demonstrated knowledge of pharmacology principles when preparing medications for administration.