Chanda Gordon
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Summary
Compassionate LPN with a commitment to patient advocacy and education. Skilled in critical thinking and clinical judgment, facilitating clear communication between patients, families, and healthcare providers to promote continuity of care.
Overview
13
13
years of professional experience
Work History
LPN Nursing Supervisor
Palm Valley Post Acute
03.2022 - Current
- Supervised nursing staff to ensure compliance with healthcare regulations and quality standards.
- Developed and implemented training programs for new nursing personnel, enhancing team efficiency.
- Conducted regular performance evaluations to identify areas for improvement and professional growth.
- Collaborated with multidisciplinary teams to create individualized care plans for residents.
- Promoted continuity of care by accurately documenting all pertinent information in electronic medical records systems.
- Managed challenging situations calmly and professionally, contributing to a positive work environment for staff members.
- Served as a liaison between physicians, patients, and families to ensure clear communication regarding care plans and progress updates.
Resident Care Manager
Sequim Health And Rehabilitation
11.2015 - 02.2022
- Led interdisciplinary team to enhance resident care and improve service delivery.
- Developed and implemented individualized care plans tailored to resident needs.
- Facilitated communication between residents, families, and healthcare providers for effective care management.
- Educated and evaluated clinical and support staff regarding care quality management regulations and standards of care.
- Ensured timely completion of required documentation through effective time management skills.
- Ensured regulatory compliance by conducting regular audits of care plans and documentation.
- Collaborated with patients and families to provide care and treatment education.
- Fostered a compassionate environment by providing emotional support and maintaining open lines of communication with residents and families.
- Coordinated transition plans for residents moving between levels of care or returning home after rehabilitation, ensuring continuity of services and seamless transitions.
- Developed comprehensive resident assessments to identify needs, establish goals, and create personalized care plans.
LPN Charge Nurse
Grandview Care Center
04.2013 - 11.2015
- Supervised nursing staff to ensure adherence to care protocols and regulatory compliance.
- Monitored patient conditions, assessing vital signs and responding to changes in health status.
- Streamlined medication administration processes to enhance efficiency and reduce errors.
- Delegated tasks effectively, optimizing staff productivity and maintaining a well-organized nursing unit.
- Assembled and used equipment such as catheters, tracheotomy tubes, or oxygen suppliers to effectively manage patient care.
- Utilized critical thinking skills to make sound clinical decisions in high-pressure situations, minimizing risks and ensuring patient safety.
- Analyzed patient assessments and laboratory data to bring any issues to attention of physicians.
- Developed strong relationships with patients'' families, keeping them informed of progress reports and collaborating on decisions regarding their loved ones'' healthcare plans.
- Collaborated with interdisciplinary team members to optimize patient outcomes and deliver high-quality care.
- Coordinated timely admissions, transfers, and discharges for efficient bed utilization within the nursing unit.
Education
Licensed Practical Nurse - Nursing
Maricopa Community Colleges, Estrella Mountain Community College
Avondale, AZ11-2013
Skills
- Nursing management
- Care planning
- Geriatric care
- Rehabilitation nursing
- Clinical supervision
- Multitasking and organization
- Patient education and advocacy
- Critical thinking
- Strong clinical judgment
- Deadline management
- Staff supervision
- Multidisciplinary care coordination
Timeline
LPN Nursing Supervisor
Palm Valley Post Acute
03.2022 - Current
Resident Care Manager
Sequim Health And Rehabilitation
11.2015 - 02.2022
LPN Charge Nurse
Grandview Care Center
04.2013 - 11.2015
Licensed Practical Nurse - Nursing
Maricopa Community Colleges, Estrella Mountain Community College