Summary
Overview
Work History
Education
Skills
Certification And Licensure
References
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Peggy Wells

Norfolk,VA

Summary

Proficient and caring Licensed Practical Nurse offering over 9 years of patient-facing experience. Addresses patient needs with compassionate care and attention to detail. Diligent about maximizing satisfaction, safety and wellness while serving patients of all backgrounds.

Overview

9
9
years of professional experience

Work History

LPN

Sterling Medical Associates, Inc.
10.2020 - Current
  • Utilize time management skills to prioritize tasks effectively, allowing for efficient completion of daily responsibilities.
  • Maintain accurate documentation of all relevant clinical data, ensuring compliance with regulatory standards.
  • Implement infection control measures, ensuring a clean and safe environment for patients and staff.
  • Document accurate and complete patient information to address patient problems and expected outcomes.
  • Participate in ongoing professional development opportunities to enhance knowledge base and skillset as an LPN.
  • Provide emotional support to patients and families during difficult times, fostering positive relationships built on trust and compassion.
  • Enhance patient satisfaction levels through effective communication and empathetic listening skills.
  • Answer incoming phone calls from patients to provide basic assistance and triage medical concerns.
  • Address any concerns or questions posed by patients or family members promptly to maintain confidence in their care plan.
  • Assess, monitor, track, and convey important patient information to healthcare staff to help optimize treatment planning and care delivery.
  • Evaluate patient histories, complaints, and current symptoms.
  • Assist in the management of chronic health conditions by providing education, support, and follow-up care.
  • Provide patients and caregivers with understandable and appropriate education on medical diagnoses, treatment options, chronic disease self-management and wound management.
  • Conduct thorough patient assessments to identify medical needs and provide brief verbal report to provider seeing patient.
  • Assist physicians during examinations or procedures as needed, playing a vital role in the overall patient experience.
  • Increase nursing team cohesiveness through active participation in staff meetings and open communication with colleagues.
  • Support the delivery of evidence-based interventions by staying current on best practices in the field of nursing.
  • Contribute to continuous quality improvement efforts by identifying areas for potential growth within the nursing practice.
  • Minimize staff and patient infection risk by cleaning and disinfecting equipment instruments.
  • Administer medications and injections to patients.
  • Review and reconcile Immunization Records, and give immunizations as appropriate.
  • Assess patient vital signs, current complaint, and past medical history, and record in Genesis EMR.
  • Monitor patient health conditions to report changes to assigned physician.
  • Review patient history to verify conditions and current medications, and document in Genesis EMR.
  • Provide age specific and relevant care to patients from newborn to geriatric
  • Demonstrate adaptability in working with diverse patient populations from newborn to geriatric.
  • Complete required clinic competencies as required by SOPs.
  • Ensure reports and results are available for provider by prescreening appointments.
  • Assist patients with clinic check out and assist to schedule follow up appointments.
  • Review provider post-appointment instructions with patients.
  • Advise patient of appropriate resources to follow up with specialty care referrals.

LPN

Magnificus Corporation
10.2020 - 09.2023
  • Utilized time management skills to prioritize tasks effectively, allowing for efficient completion of daily responsibilities.
  • Maintained accurate documentation of all relevant clinical data, ensuring compliance with regulatory standards.
  • Implemented infection control measures, ensuring a clean and safe environment for patients and staff.
  • Documented accurate and complete patient information to address patient problems and expected outcomes.
  • Participated in ongoing professional development opportunities to enhance knowledge base and skillset as an LPN.
  • Provided emotional support to patients and families during difficult times, fostering positive relationships built on trust and compassion.
  • Enhanced patient satisfaction levels through effective communication and empathetic listening skills.
  • Answered incoming phone calls from patients to provide basic assistance and triage medical concerns.
  • Addressed any concerns or questions posed by patients or family members promptly to maintain confidence in their care plan.
  • Assessed, monitored, tracked, and conveyed important patient information to healthcare staff to help optimize treatment planning and care delivery.
  • Evaluated patient histories, complaints, and current symptoms.
  • Assisted in the management of chronic health conditions by providing education, support, and follow-up care.
  • Provided patients and caregivers with understandable and appropriate education on medical diagnoses, treatment options, chronic disease self-management and wound management.
  • Conducted thorough patient assessments to identify medical needs and provide brief verbal report to provider seeing patient.
  • Assisted physicians during examinations or procedures as needed, playing a vital role in the overall patient experience.
  • Increased nursing team cohesiveness through active participation in staff meetings and open communication with colleagues.
  • Supported the delivery of evidence-based interventions by staying current on best practices in the field of nursing.
  • Contributed to continuous quality improvement efforts by identifying areas for potential growth within the nursing practice.
  • Minimized staff and patient infection risk by cleaning and disinfecting equipment instruments.
  • Administered medications and injections to patients.
  • Assessed patients' temperature, pulse, and blood pressure and recorded in electronic medical records.
  • Monitored patient health conditions to report changes to assigned physician.
  • Reviewed patient history to verify conditions and current medications, and document in Genesis EMR.
  • Provided age specific and relevant care to patients from newborn to geriatric
  • Demonstrated adaptability in working with diverse patient populations from newborn to geriatric.
  • Completed required clinic competencies as required by SOPs.
  • Ensured reports and results are available for provider by prescreening appointments.
  • Assisted patients with clinic check out and assist to schedule follow up appointments.
  • Reviewed provider post-appointment instructions with patients.
  • Advised patient of appropriate resources to follow up with specialty care referrals.

LPN

Washington Harris Group
01.2019 - 09.2020
  • Utilized time management skills to prioritize tasks effectively, allowing for efficient completion of daily responsibilities.
  • Maintained accurate documentation of all relevant clinical data, ensuring compliance with regulatory standards.
  • Implemented infection control measures, ensuring a clean and safe environment for patients and staff.
  • Documented accurate and complete patient information to address patient problems and expected outcomes.
  • Participated in ongoing professional development opportunities to enhance knowledge base and skillset as an LPN.
  • Provided emotional support to patients and families during difficult times, fostering positive relationships built on trust and compassion.
  • Enhanced patient satisfaction levels through effective communication and empathetic listening skills.
  • Answered incoming phone calls from patients to provide basic assistance and triage medical concerns.
  • Addressed any concerns or questions posed by patients or family members promptly to maintain confidence in their care plan.
  • Assessed, monitored, tracked, and conveyed important patient information to healthcare staff to help optimize treatment planning and care delivery.
  • Evaluated patient histories, complaints, and current symptoms.
  • Assisted in the management of chronic health conditions by providing education, support, and follow-up care.
  • Provided patients and caregivers with understandable and appropriate education on medical diagnoses, treatment options, chronic disease self-management and wound management.
  • Conducted thorough patient assessments to identify medical needs and provide brief verbal report to provider seeing patient.
  • Assisted physicians during examinations or procedures as needed, playing a vital role in the overall patient experience.
  • Increased nursing team cohesiveness through active participation in staff meetings and open communication with colleagues.
  • Supported the delivery of evidence-based interventions by staying current on best practices in the field of nursing.
  • Contributed to continuous quality improvement efforts by identifying areas for potential growth within the nursing practice.
  • Minimized staff and patient infection risk by cleaning and disinfecting equipment instruments.
  • Administered medications and injections to patients.
  • Assessed patients' temperature, pulse, and blood pressure and recorded in electronic medical records.
  • Monitored patient health conditions to report changes to assigned physician.
  • Reviewed patient history to verify conditions and current medications, and document in Genesis EMR.
  • Provided age specific and relevant care to patients from newborn to geriatric
  • Demonstrated adaptability in working with diverse patient populations from newborn to geriatric.
  • Completed required clinic competencies as required by SOPs.
  • Ensured reports and results are available for provider by prescreening appointments.
  • Assisted patients with clinic check out and assist to schedule follow up appointments.
  • Reviewed provider post-appointment instructions with patients.
  • Advised patient of appropriate resources to follow up with specialty care referrals.

LPN

LLM Placements
10.2018 - 01.2019
  • Utilized time management skills to prioritize tasks effectively, allowing for efficient completion of daily responsibilities.
  • Maintained accurate documentation of all relevant clinical data, ensuring compliance with regulatory standards.
  • Implemented infection control measures, ensuring a clean and safe environment for patients and staff.
  • Documented accurate and complete patient information to address patient problems and expected outcomes.
  • Participated in ongoing professional development opportunities to enhance knowledge base and skillset as an LPN.
  • Provided emotional support to patients and families during difficult times, fostering positive relationships built on trust and compassion.
  • Enhanced patient satisfaction levels through effective communication and empathetic listening skills.
  • Answered incoming phone calls from patients to provide basic assistance and triage medical concerns.
  • Addressed any concerns or questions posed by patients or family members promptly to maintain confidence in their care plan.
  • Assessed, monitored, tracked, and conveyed important patient information to healthcare staff to help optimize treatment planning and care delivery.
  • Evaluated patient histories, complaints, and current symptoms.
  • Assisted in the management of chronic health conditions by providing education, support, and follow-up care.
  • Provided patients and caregivers with understandable and appropriate education on medical diagnoses, treatment options, chronic disease self-management and wound management.
  • Conducted thorough patient assessments to identify medical needs and provide brief verbal report to provider seeing patient.
  • Assisted physicians during examinations or procedures as needed, playing a vital role in the overall patient experience.
  • Increased nursing team cohesiveness through active participation in staff meetings and open communication with colleagues.
  • Supported the delivery of evidence-based interventions by staying current on best practices in the field of nursing.
  • Contributed to continuous quality improvement efforts by identifying areas for potential growth within the nursing practice.
  • Minimized staff and patient infection risk by cleaning and disinfecting equipment instruments.
  • Administered medications and injections to patients.
  • Assessed patients' temperature, pulse, and blood pressure and recorded in electronic medical records.
  • Monitored patient health conditions to report changes to assigned physician.
  • Reviewed patient history to verify conditions and current medications, and document in Genesis EMR.
  • Provided age specific and relevant care to patients from newborn to geriatric
  • Demonstrated adaptability in working with diverse patient populations from newborn to geriatric.
  • Completed required clinic competencies as required by SOPs.
  • Ensured reports and results are available for provider by prescreening appointments.
  • Assisted patients with clinic check out and assist to schedule follow up appointments.
  • Reviewed provider post-appointment instructions with patients.
  • Advised patient of appropriate resources to follow up with specialty care referrals.

LPN

Federal Staffing Resources
08.2017 - 09.2018
  • Utilized time management skills to prioritize tasks effectively, allowing for efficient completion of daily responsibilities.
  • Maintained accurate documentation of all relevant clinical data, ensuring compliance with regulatory standards.
  • Implemented infection control measures, ensuring a clean and safe environment for patients and staff.
  • Documented accurate and complete patient information to address patient problems and expected outcomes.
  • Participated in ongoing professional development opportunities to enhance knowledge base and skillset as an LPN.
  • Provided emotional support to patients and families during difficult times, fostering positive relationships built on trust and compassion.
  • Enhanced patient satisfaction levels through effective communication and empathetic listening skills.
  • Answered incoming phone calls from patients to provide basic assistance and triage medical concerns.
  • Addressed any concerns or questions posed by patients or family members promptly to maintain confidence in their care plan.
  • Assessed, monitored, tracked, and conveyed important patient information to healthcare staff to help optimize treatment planning and care delivery.
  • Evaluated patient histories, complaints, and current symptoms.
  • Assisted in the management of chronic health conditions by providing education, support, and follow-up care.
  • Provided patients and caregivers with understandable and appropriate education on medical diagnoses, treatment options, chronic disease self-management and wound management.
  • Conducted thorough patient assessments to identify medical needs and provide brief verbal report to provider seeing patient.
  • Assisted physicians during examinations or procedures as needed, playing a vital role in the overall patient experience.
  • Increased nursing team cohesiveness through active participation in staff meetings and open communication with colleagues.
  • Supported the delivery of evidence-based interventions by staying current on best practices in the field of nursing.
  • Contributed to continuous quality improvement efforts by identifying areas for potential growth within the nursing practice.
  • Minimized staff and patient infection risk by cleaning and disinfecting equipment instruments.
  • Administered medications and injections to patients.
  • Assessed patients' temperature, pulse, and blood pressure and recorded in electronic medical records.
  • Monitored patient health conditions to report changes to assigned physician.
  • Reviewed patient history to verify conditions and current medications, and document in Genesis EMR.
  • Provided age specific and relevant care to patients from newborn to geriatric
  • Demonstrated adaptability in working with diverse patient populations from newborn to geriatric.
  • Completed required clinic competencies as required by SOPs.
  • Ensured reports and results are available for provider by prescreening appointments.
  • Assisted patients with clinic check out and assist to schedule follow up appointments.
  • Reviewed provider post-appointment instructions with patients.
  • Advised patient of appropriate resources to follow up with specialty care referrals.

LPN

North Country Orthpaedic Group
06.2015 - 02.2017
  • Reviewed and updated patient health surveys, including medication reconciliation, pain assessment, and ability to perform activities of daily living.
  • Complete surgical paperwork and histories for various orthopedic in patient and ambulatory surgeries.
  • Assist with completion of necessary paperwork to obtain medical records from other providers.
  • Prepare and position patients for exams.
  • Set up sterile field for intraarticular injections.
  • Removal of staples/sutures at surgical follow up appointments.
  • Application and removal of casts.
  • Assist with EMG/NCS testing.
  • Participated in ongoing professional development opportunities to enhance knowledge base and skillset as an LPN.
  • Demonstrated adaptability in working with diverse patient populations.
  • Performed routine evaluations of each patient's status, needs, and preferences.
  • Enhanced patient satisfaction levels through effective communication and empathetic listening skills.
  • Conducted thorough patient assessments to identify medical needs and develop appropriate treatment plans.
  • Assisted physicians during examinations or procedures as needed, playing a vital role in the overall patient experience.
  • Supported physicians during examinations to assist with diagnostic procedures.
  • Minimized staff and patient infection risk by cleaning and disinfecting equipment instruments.
  • Reviewed patient history to verify conditions and current medications.
  • Provided training and orientation to Certified Nursing Assistants and LPNs, as requested.

Education

Jefferson Lewis BOCES School of Practical Nursing
Watertown, NY
06.2015

Skills

  • Vital signs monitoring
  • Geriatric Nursing
  • Catheter Care
  • Compassionate Care
  • Health Promotion
  • Orthopedic Nursing
  • Medication Administration
  • Direct Patient Care
  • HIPAA Compliance
  • Clinical Documentation
  • Immunization Administration
  • Patient relationship building

Certification And Licensure

  • Licensed Practical Nurse, New York, 323000, 08/13/2015, 02/29/2027
  • Licensed Practical Nurse, Virginia, 0002095152, 03/08/2017, 03/31/2025
  • Certified in BLS for Health Care Providers (CPR and AED), 11/2024
  • NMCP Immunization Certified

References

  • Leanne Slagle, RN, Clinic Manager, 757-681-1721
  • Lara Hardway, RN, 757-270-6707
  • Savannah Owens, RN, 804-912-4630
  • Wendy Calender, NP, 609-638-3914

Timeline

LPN

Sterling Medical Associates, Inc.
10.2020 - Current

LPN

Magnificus Corporation
10.2020 - 09.2023

LPN

Washington Harris Group
01.2019 - 09.2020

LPN

LLM Placements
10.2018 - 01.2019

LPN

Federal Staffing Resources
08.2017 - 09.2018

LPN

North Country Orthpaedic Group
06.2015 - 02.2017

Jefferson Lewis BOCES School of Practical Nursing
Peggy Wells