Sherri Langton
Kamloops,Canada
Summary
Dedicated and compassionate Licensed Practical Nurse with extensive experience in sample collection, blood draw, 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.
Overview
17
17
years of professional experience
Work History
Licensed Practical Nurse
IHA/Urgent Primary care and learning center
Kamloops, British Columbia
01.2019 - 05.2022
- Started role as casual after opening in 2018, then took a permanent line
- Casting/splinting/tensor application
- Initiated IV lines/administer IV meds
- Maintained/ flushed IV lines
- Wound care
- Administered IM/SC injections
- Collaborated closely with physicians
- Collaborated with SW, and PT
- Arranged f/u care with ANC for ongoing wound care
- Arranged f/u with infectious disease
- Arranged home care visits
- Arranged transportation in collaboration with SW
- Arranged f/u appointments with primary care providers
- Collaborated with public health often for vaccine referrals/ administration
- Checked medical reports to relay pertinent history to physicians
- Vital signs, blood glucose monitoring
- Arranged home O2
- During Covid, swabbed patients, filled out all the requisitions, label ect
- F/u calls with patients post visits for wellness checks
- Results to patients relayed at physicians request
- Facilitated referrals for specialty services when necessary.
- Ensured that all clinical documentation is accurate and up-to-date in the electronic medical record system.
- Educated patients on disease prevention and management strategies for their individual conditions.
- Collected biological specimens and packaged for laboratory transport to complete diagnostic tests.
- Promoted culture of safety for patients and employees through proper identification, reporting documentation and prevention.
- Managed patient records, ensuring confidentiality and compliance with healthcare regulations.
Licensed Practical Nurse
IHA/Orthopedic Clinic
Kamloops, British Columbia
09.2017 - 01.2019
- Casting, cast removal, splinting, application of tensors
- Suture/Staple removal
- Wound care/dressings
- Surgical prep
- Assisted physicians with injections
- Crutch teaching
- Post-op Care
- Entered patient data in community wide scheduling
- Nursing telecommunications with patients calling in with concerns, re:postoperative
- Instructed patients on proper use of equipment such as wheelchairs or walkers.
- Managed emergency situations promptly according to established protocols.
- Provided patient care in accordance with physicians' orders and nursing standards of practice.
- Ensured that all clinical documentation is accurate and up-to-date in the electronic medical record system.
- Administered medications and treatments according to established protocols.
Licensed Practical Nurse
IHA/Emergency
Kamloops, British Columbia
11.2014 - 09.2017
- Provided emotional support to patients dealing with illness or injury related issues.
- Collaborated with physicians to develop individualized care plans for each patient.
- Facilitated referrals for specialty services when necessary.
- Monitored vital signs, fluid intake and output levels, glucose levels, and other medical tests results.
- Provided emotional support to patients and their families during challenging times.
- Communicated effectively with patients, family members, healthcare team members, and other stakeholders regarding patient care plans or concerns.
- Managed emergency situations promptly according to established protocols.
- Assessed patient complaints accurately and provided appropriate interventions.
- Maintained a safe environment by following infection control policies and procedures.
- Administered medications and treatments according to established protocols.
- Collected biological specimens and packaged for laboratory transport to complete diagnostic tests.
- Interviewed patients to obtain medical history.
- 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.
- Promoted culture of safety for patients and employees through proper identification, reporting documentation and prevention.
- 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.
- Performed triage to maximum team productivity and effectiveness.
- Educated clients, patients and caregivers on medical diagnoses, treatment options, chronic disease self-management and wound management.
- Observed strict confidentiality and safeguarded all patient-related information.
- Delivered high-quality direct and indirect nursing care to patients.
- Prepared patients for examinations, tests or treatments and explained procedures.
Licensed Practical Nurse
IHA/Ponderosa Lodge
Kamloops, British Columbia
02.2014 - 11.2014
- Participated in interdisciplinary team meetings for coordination of patient care plans.
- Provided emotional support to patients dealing with illness or injury related issues.
- Assisted patients with personal hygiene activities such as bathing, dressing, eating, grooming, and toileting needs.
- Collaborated with physicians to develop individualized care plans for each patient.
- Facilitated referrals for specialty services when necessary.
- Coordinated scheduling of follow-up appointments with primary care providers.
- Monitored vital signs, fluid intake and output levels, glucose levels, and other medical tests results.
- Instructed patients on proper use of equipment such as wheelchairs or walkers.
- Provided emotional support to patients and their families during challenging times.
- Managed emergency situations promptly according to established protocols.
- Observed changes in patient's condition and reported any significant changes to the registered nurse or physician.
- Assisted with admissions and discharges of patients from hospital units or long-term care facilities.
- Administered medications and treatments according to established protocols.
- Conducted regular rounds to assess the status of assigned patients.
- Followed rehabilitation and treatment care plans to accelerate patient recovery, minimize pain, and optimize patient outcomes.
- Answered patient and family questions to educate on optimal treatment procedures.
- Interviewed patients to obtain medical history.
- Looked for physical, emotional, and symptomatic changes in patient condition and obtained necessary care for medical concerns.
- Communicated concerns regarding patients' status, care and environment to nursing supervisors, clinical care supervisors and case managers.
- 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.
Licensed Practical Nurse
Interior Health Authority/Casual pool
Kamloops, BC
10.2013 - 02.2014
- Casual in Emergency
- Pediatric unit
- Learned to work in an extremely fast paced environment
- Acquired excellent time management skills
- Cared for multiple patients at once, prioritizing tasks required
- Nursed stable Pediatric patients in emergency
- Assisted with traumas as needed
- Acquired good Multi-tasking skills
Licensed Practical Nurse
IHA/RIH/Surgical unit
Kamloops, BC
09.2011 - 10.2013
- Provided emotional support to patients dealing with illness or injury related issues.
- Assisted patients with personal hygiene activities such as bathing, dressing, eating, grooming, and toileting needs.
- Facilitated referrals for specialty services when necessary.
- Monitored vital signs, fluid intake and output levels, glucose levels, and other medical tests results.
- Instructed patients on proper use of equipment such as wheelchairs or walkers.
- Provided emotional support to patients and their families during challenging times.
- Communicated effectively with patients, family members, healthcare team members, and other stakeholders regarding patient care plans or concerns.
- Managed emergency situations promptly according to established protocols.
- Assessed patient complaints accurately and provided appropriate interventions.
- Maintained a safe environment by following infection control policies and procedures.
- Performed physical assessments, including vital signs and health history documentation.
- Observed changes in patient's condition and reported any significant changes to the registered nurse or physician.
- Provided patient care in accordance with physicians' orders and nursing standards of practice.
- Adhered to facility policies and procedures while providing quality nursing care.
- Assisted with admissions and discharges of patients from hospital units or long-term care facilities.
- Ensured that all clinical documentation is accurate and up-to-date in the electronic medical record system.
- Administered medications and treatments according to established protocols.
- Conducted regular rounds to assess the status of assigned patients.
- Educated patients on disease prevention and management strategies for their individual conditions.
- Collected biological specimens and packaged for laboratory transport to complete diagnostic tests.
- Answered patient and family questions to educate on optimal treatment procedures.
- Looked for physical, emotional, and symptomatic changes in patient condition and obtained necessary care for medical concerns.
- Coordinated with doctors and registered nurses to develop care plans for patients.
- Communicated with patients with compassion while keeping medical information private.
Licensed Practical Nurse
IHA Royal Inland Hospital/Rehab/Stroke unit
Kamloops, British Columbia
10.2009 - 09.2013
- Participated in interdisciplinary team meetings for coordination of patient care plans.
- Provided emotional support to patients dealing with illness or injury related issues.
- Assisted patients with personal hygiene activities such as bathing, dressing, eating, grooming, and toileting needs.
- Collaborated with physicians to develop individualized care plans for each patient.
- Facilitated referrals for specialty services when necessary.
- Coordinated scheduling of follow-up appointments with primary care providers.
- Monitored vital signs, fluid intake and output levels, glucose levels, and other medical tests results.
- Instructed patients on proper use of equipment such as wheelchairs or walkers.
- Provided emotional support to patients and their families during challenging times.
- Communicated effectively with patients, family members, healthcare team members, and other stakeholders regarding patient care plans or concerns.
- Managed emergency situations promptly according to established protocols.
- Maintained a safe environment by following infection control policies and procedures.
- Observed changes in patient's condition and reported any significant changes to the registered nurse or physician.
- Provided patient care in accordance with physicians' orders and nursing standards of practice.
- Assisted with admissions and discharges of patients from hospital units or long-term care facilities.
- Ensured that all clinical documentation is accurate and up-to-date in the electronic medical record system.
- Administered medications and treatments according to established protocols.
- Conducted regular rounds to assess the status of assigned patients.
- Collected biological specimens and packaged for laboratory transport to complete diagnostic tests.
- Followed rehabilitation and treatment care plans to accelerate patient recovery, minimize pain, and optimize patient outcomes.
- Answered patient and family questions to educate on optimal treatment procedures.
- Looked for physical, emotional, and symptomatic changes in patient condition and obtained necessary care for medical concerns.
- Communicated concerns regarding patients' status, care and environment to nursing supervisors, clinical care supervisors and case managers.
- Collaborated with healthcare team to develop and implement patient care plans.
Licensed Practical Nurse
Interior Health Authority/OEC/Dementia unit
Kamloops, British Columbia
11.2005 - 10.2009
- Participated in interdisciplinary team meetings for coordination of patient care plans.
- Assisted patients with personal hygiene activities such as bathing, dressing, eating, grooming, and toileting needs.
- Collaborated with physicians to develop individualized care plans for each patient.
- Monitored vital signs, fluid intake and output levels, glucose levels, and other medical tests results.
- Provided emotional support to patients and their families during challenging times.
- Communicated effectively with patients, family members, healthcare team members, and other stakeholders regarding patient care plans or concerns.
- Managed emergency situations promptly according to established protocols.
- Assisted in the development and implementation of nursing policies and procedures.
- Maintained a safe environment by following infection control policies and procedures.
- Observed changes in patient's condition and reported any significant changes to the registered nurse or physician.
- Adhered to facility policies and procedures while providing quality nursing care.
- Assisted with admissions and discharges of patients from hospital units or long-term care facilities.
- Ensured that all clinical documentation is accurate and up-to-date in the electronic medical record system.
- Administered medications and treatments according to established protocols.
- Answered patient and family questions to educate on optimal treatment procedures.
- Looked for physical, emotional, and symptomatic changes in patient condition and obtained necessary care for medical concerns.
- Communicated concerns regarding patients' status, care and environment to nursing supervisors, clinical care supervisors and case managers.
Licensed Practical Nurse
Interior Health Authority/ Rehab
Kamloops, BC
01.2005 - 11.2005
- Participated in interdisciplinary team meetings for coordination of patient care plans.
- Provided emotional support to patients dealing with illness or injury related issues.
- Assisted patients with personal hygiene activities such as bathing, dressing, eating, grooming, and toileting needs.
- Collaborated with physicians to develop individualized care plans for each patient.
- Facilitated referrals for specialty services when necessary.
- Monitored vital signs, fluid intake and output levels, glucose levels, and other medical tests results.
- Instructed patients on proper use of equipment such as wheelchairs or walkers.
- Provided emotional support to patients and their families during challenging times.
- Communicated effectively with patients, family members, healthcare team members, and other stakeholders regarding patient care plans or concerns.
- Managed emergency situations promptly according to established protocols.
- Observed changes in patient's condition and reported any significant changes to the registered nurse or physician.
- Provided patient care in accordance with physicians' orders and nursing standards of practice.
Education
Some College (No Degree) - Practical Nursing
Sprott Shaw College
Kamloops, BCSome College (No Degree) - Orthopedic Technician
Norquest College
Edmonton, ABSome College (No Degree) - Ambulatory Care Surgical Course
Polysask Tecnical College
Fort Saskatchewan, ABTimeline
Licensed Practical Nurse
IHA/Urgent Primary care and learning center
01.2019 - 05.2022
Licensed Practical Nurse
IHA/Orthopedic Clinic
09.2017 - 01.2019
Licensed Practical Nurse
IHA/Emergency
11.2014 - 09.2017
Licensed Practical Nurse
IHA/Ponderosa Lodge
02.2014 - 11.2014
Licensed Practical Nurse
Interior Health Authority/Casual pool
10.2013 - 02.2014
Licensed Practical Nurse
IHA/RIH/Surgical unit
09.2011 - 10.2013
Licensed Practical Nurse
IHA Royal Inland Hospital/Rehab/Stroke unit
10.2009 - 09.2013
Licensed Practical Nurse
Interior Health Authority/OEC/Dementia unit
11.2005 - 10.2009
Licensed Practical Nurse
Interior Health Authority/ Rehab
01.2005 - 11.2005
Some College (No Degree) - Practical Nursing
Sprott Shaw College
Some College (No Degree) - Orthopedic Technician
Norquest College
Some College (No Degree) - Ambulatory Care Surgical Course
Polysask Tecnical College