Christina Crandall
Petersburg
Summary
Dedicated Licensed Practical Nurse with expertise in patient care, medication administration, and emotional support. Committed to enhancing patient outcomes through personalized care plans and effective communication.
Overview
22
22
years of professional experience
2
2
Certifications
Work History
Licensed Piratical Nurse
The Center for Discovery
Harris
02.2018 - Current
- Administered medications and treatments according to healthcare providers' prescriptions.
- Monitored patient vital signs and promptly reported significant changes to nursing staff to ensure timely interventions.
- Assisted with daily living activities to promote patient comfort and independence.
- Collaborated with a multidisciplinary team to develop and implement personalized patient care plans, enhancing overall patient outcomes.
- Maintained accurate patient records in compliance with healthcare regulations.
- Provided emotional support to patients and their families during care processes.
- Observed changes in patient's condition and reported any significant changes to the registered nurse or physician.
- Performed physical assessments, including vital signs and health history documentation.
- Provided patient care in accordance with physicians' orders and nursing standards of practice.
- Monitored patient's respiration activity, blood pressure and blood glucose levels in response to medical administration.
- Adhered to facility policies and procedures while providing quality nursing care.
- Managed emergency situations promptly according to established protocols.
- Ensured that all clinical documentation is accurate and up-to-date in the electronic medical record system.
- Communicated concerns regarding patients' status, care and environment to nursing supervisors, clinical care supervisors and case managers.
Licensed Piratical Nurse
Aveanna Healthcare
Wilkes-Barre
02.2015 - 03.2019
- Administered medications and treatments prescribed by healthcare providers.
- Monitored patient vital signs, promptly reporting changes to nursing staff to ensure timely interventions.
- Collaborated with a multidisciplinary team to develop patient care plans.
- Educated patients and families on effective health management and wellness strategies to promote better outcomes.
- Maintained accurate patient records in compliance with healthcare regulations.
- Provided emotional support to patients and families, enhancing their coping mechanisms during care processes.
Licensed Piratical Nurse
Bayada Home Health Care, ESA
East Stroudsburg
05.2006 - 01.2015
- Administered prescribed medications and treatments to ensure patient adherence to care plans.
- Administered medications and treatments according to established protocols.
- Monitored patient vital signs and communicated significant changes to nursing staff for timely interventions.
- Observed changes in patient's condition and reported any significant changes to the registered nurse or physician.
- Assisted with daily living activities to promote patient comfort and independence.
- Educated patients and families on health management and wellness strategies.
- Provided emotional support to patients and families, fostering a compassionate care environment.
- Maintained accurate patient records in compliance with healthcare regulations.
- Ensured cleanliness and organization of patient care environments for safety.
Licensed Piratical Nurse
Kindred Healthcare Inc.
Wilmington
08.2004 - 09.2007
- Administered prescribed medications and treatments to ensure patient adherence and health outcomes.
- Monitored vital signs and promptly communicated changes to nursing staff to facilitate timely interventions.
- Provided patient care in accordance with physicians' orders and nursing standards of practice.
- Performed physical assessments, including vital signs and health history documentation.
- Collaborated with a multidisciplinary team to develop patient care plans.
- Educated patients and families on health management and wellness strategies.
- Observed changes in patients' condition and reported any significant changes to the registered nurse or physician.
- Provided emotional support to patients and their families during care processes.
- Maintained accurate patient records in compliance with healthcare regulations.
Education
Certificate - Nursing Practice
Sullivan County BOCES
Liberty, NY06-1997
Skills
- Administer medications
- Patient assessment
- Vital sign monitoring
- Care coordination
- Patient care planning
- Patient record management
- Collaboration techniques
Certification
BLS
References
References available upon request.
Timeline
Licensed Piratical Nurse
The Center for Discovery
02.2018 - Current
Licensed Piratical Nurse
Aveanna Healthcare
02.2015 - 03.2019
Licensed Piratical Nurse
Bayada Home Health Care, ESA
05.2006 - 01.2015
Licensed Piratical Nurse
Kindred Healthcare Inc.
08.2004 - 09.2007
Certificate - Nursing Practice
Sullivan County BOCES