Alisha Henson
Charlottesville
Summary
Results-driven LPN Charge Nurse with expertise in vital signs monitoring, care plan development, and medication administration. Committed to enhancing patient outcomes through effective team leadership and coordination of care.
Overview
20
20
years of professional experience
Work History
LPN Charge Nurse
Sunrise Seniorliving
02.2023 - 05.2026
- Supervised nursing staff, ensuring adherence to care protocols and quality standards.
- Administered medications and treatments per physician orders, maintaining accurate documentation.
- Conducted patient assessments, identifying changes in condition and reporting to healthcare team.
- Coordinated patient care plans with interdisciplinary teams, enhancing service delivery and outcomes.
LPN Charge Nurse
Albemarle Health & Rehab
01.2018 - 02.2021
- Trained new staff on policies, procedures, and best practices for resident care.
- Implemented infection control measures, promoting a safe environment for residents and staff.
- Managed scheduling of nursing shifts to optimize coverage and meet patient needs effectively.
- Facilitated family communication regarding patient conditions and care options, fostering trust and collaboration.
LPN
The Cedars
01.2006 - 01.2018
- Administered medications and treatments as per physician orders ensuring patient safety and comfort.
- Monitored vital signs and documented changes, promptly reporting concerns to nursing staff for timely intervention.
- Assisted in developing individualized care plans, tailoring approaches to meet diverse patient needs effectively.
- Educated patients and families on health management, enhancing understanding of treatment protocols and recovery processes.
LPN
UVA Medical Center
01.2011 - 05.2016
- Administered medications and monitored patient vital signs, ensuring optimal care standards.
- Collaborated with healthcare team to coordinate patient treatment and enhance outcomes.
- Trained and mentored junior staff on best practices in patient care and safety protocols.
- Implemented infection control measures, improving overall facility health standards.
- Streamlined documentation processes, enhancing accuracy and compliance with regulatory requirements.
- Facilitated efficient communication between patients, families, and healthcare providers to promote continuity of care across settings.
Education
Associate of Science - Nursing
Richmond School Of Health And Technology
Charlottesville, VA08.2005
Skills
- Vital signs monitoring
- Nursing documentation
- Geriatric care
- End-of-life care
- Care plan development
- Wound care
- Patient charting
- Medication administration
- Critical thinking
- CPR/AED
- Specimen collection
- Intravenous medications
Timeline
LPN Charge Nurse
Sunrise Seniorliving
02.2023 - 05.2026
LPN Charge Nurse
Albemarle Health & Rehab
01.2018 - 02.2021
LPN
UVA Medical Center
01.2011 - 05.2016
LPN
The Cedars
01.2006 - 01.2018
Associate of Science - Nursing
Richmond School Of Health And Technology