Michael Wilkins
Tucson
Summary
Knowledgeable LPN with deep understanding of patient care and medical procedures. Successfully managed diverse patient needs in various healthcare settings, ensuring high-quality care and patient satisfaction. Demonstrated strong communication and problem-solving skills while working collaboratively with healthcare teams.
Overview
8
8
years of professional experience
Work History
Licensed Practical Nurse
Haven Health of Tucson
10.2021 - Current
- Monitored vital signs, documenting changes to inform MD of changes
- Performed medication administration including IV, adhering to protocols for dosage and timing accuracy.
- Performed ECG
- Perform respiratory care, including trach suctioning, inner cannula cleaning/changing, treatments.
- Monitor and change all tube feed, assure that settings are correct, check residual and abdomenal distention.
- Monitor, flush, and change when necessary all foley and suprapubic catheters.
- Remove and change PEG tubes when needed and replace with ballooned G-tube.
Licensed Practical Nurse
La Canada Care Center
10.2019 - 10.2021
- Administered patient care under supervision, ensuring comfort and safety throughout treatment processes.
- Monitored vital signs, documenting changes to inform MD of patient conditions.
- Perform medication administration, including IV meds.
- Assist with any hospice needs on the floor
- Trained new staff on best practices for patient care procedures and documentation standards.
- Cared for wounds, provided treatments, and assisted with procedures.
- Assisted with admissions, appointments, transfers, and discharges.
- Administered controlled narcotics, inserted IVs, and performed catheterizations.
- Provided compassionate palliative care for terminally ill patients while supporting their emotional needs during end-of-life stages.
Licensed Practical Nurse
Heritage Park Nursing Center
11.2018 - 10.2019
- Monitor vital signs, documenting changes to inform the MD of patient conditions.
- Collaborated with healthcare team to develop and implement patient-centered care plans.
- Educated patients and families on health management, promoting adherence to treatment regimens.
- Administered all medications in patients' charts.
- Cared for wounds, provided treatments, and assisted with procedures.
Licensed Practical Nurse
Pacific Hospice
04.2018 - 11.2018
- Performed routine evaluations of each patient's status, needs, and preferences.
- Evaluated patients to identify and address wounds, behavioral concerns, and medically relevant symptoms.
- Administered medications and injections to patients.
- Evaluated patient histories, complaints, and current symptoms.
- Provided compassionate palliative care for terminally ill patients while supporting their emotional needs during end-of-life stages.
Education
No Degree - Nursing
Gurnick Academy of Medical Arts
San Mateo, CA01-2018
Skills
- Medication administration
- Direct patient care
- Vital signs monitoring
- HIPAA compliance
- Wound care
- Physical assessment
- Clinical documentation
- Clinical judgment
- Diabetes management
- Catheter care
- Emergency response
- ADL assistance
- Palliative care
- End-of-life care
- EKG administration
- Certified in CPR/AED
- Intravenous medications
- Specimen collection
Timeline
Licensed Practical Nurse
Haven Health of Tucson
10.2021 - Current
Licensed Practical Nurse
La Canada Care Center
10.2019 - 10.2021
Licensed Practical Nurse
Heritage Park Nursing Center
11.2018 - 10.2019
Licensed Practical Nurse
Pacific Hospice
04.2018 - 11.2018
No Degree - Nursing
Gurnick Academy of Medical Arts