Vickie Zimmer
Stokesdale
Summary
Dynamic LPN with extensive experience at Novant Health Twin City Pediatrics, excelling in medication administration and patient education. Proven ability to enhance patient outcomes through effective communication and critical thinking. Recognized for leading quality improvement initiatives and mentoring staff, fostering a collaborative environment that prioritizes safety and care excellence.
Licensed nursing professional skilled in patient care, medication administration, and health monitoring. Strong focus on team collaboration, ensuring reliable support and adaptability to changing needs. Known for effective communication, problem-solving, and empathy in high-pressure environments. Prepared to contribute significantly to enhancing patient outcomes and overall healthcare quality.
Experienced with patient care, including administering medications and monitoring vital signs. Utilizes strong communication and interpersonal skills to foster positive patient relationships and efficient team collaboration. Track record of providing compassionate and attentive care, ensuring patient comfort and safety.
Overview
37
37
years of professional experience
Work History
LPN
Novant Health Twin City Pediatrics
02.2008 - Current
- Administered medications and monitored patient responses in pediatric settings.
- Assisted in developing care plans tailored to individual patient needs.
- Educated families on health management and wellness strategies.
- Collaborated with healthcare teams to ensure continuity of care.
- Managed patient records using electronic health record systems for accuracy.
- Trained new staff on clinical procedures and best practices for patient care.
- Led quality improvement initiatives that enhanced patient safety protocols.
- Evaluated and refined nursing practices to improve overall service delivery.
- Improved patient outcomes by administering medications, monitoring vital signs, and documenting relevant information.
- Cared for wounds, provided treatments, and assisted with procedures.
- Documented accurate and complete patient information to address patient problems and expected outcomes.
- Demonstrated excellent technical skills in wound dressing changes, IV therapy administration, catheter insertion, and other routine nursing procedures.
- Managed patient care through closely monitoring respiration, blood pressure, and blood glucose levels.
- Facilitated efficient communication between patients, families, and healthcare providers to promote continuity of care across settings.
- Managed time-sensitive tasks effectively under pressure while maintaining composure during critical situations or emergencies.
- Obtained patient vital signs and input/output measurements from inpatients.
- Performed routine evaluations of each patient's status, needs, and preferences.
- Adapted quickly to changing patient needs, adjusting care plans accordingly to ensure optimal outcomes in diverse clinical scenarios.
- Comforted and counseled patients and families throughout care process.
- Mentored new nursing staff to enhance professional development opportunities within the team dynamic.
- Gathered lab specimens, ordered testing, and interpreted results to diagnose patients.
- Used aseptic techniques to provide sterilized wound care and dressing applications.
- Offered immediate assistance in emergency and routine paging situations to evaluate needs and deliver care.
- Promoted a culture of teamwork through active participation in unit meetings, performance improvement initiatives, and collaborative problem-solving efforts.
- Minimized staff and patient infection risk by cleaning and disinfecting equipment instruments.
- Improved patient satisfaction with empathetic communication and timely response to needs.
- Monitored patient reactions to medications and treatments, quickly addressing adverse reactions.
- Led training sessions for new LPNs and nursing assistants, improving team competency and patient care standards.
- Took samples to complete diagnostic and routine assessment tests.
LPN Charge Nurse
New River Valley Pediatrics
01.1999 - 10.2008
LPN Office Nurse
New River Valley Pediatrics
01.1989 - 01.1999
Education
Associate of Science - Nursing
Smyth County Vocational School
Chilhowie, VA04-1985
High School Diploma -
Rural Retreat High School
Rural Retreat, VA06-1981
Skills
- Medication administration
- Direct patient care
- Vital signs monitoring
- HIPAA compliance
- Wound care
- Physical assessment
- Clinical documentation
- Vital signs
- Clinical judgment
- Patient care
- Patient assessments
- Documentation accuracy
- Medication dispensing
- Immunization administration
- Infection control
- Family communication
- Breathing treatments
- Health education
- Patient triaging
- Emergency response
- Pulse oximetry tracking
- Staff supervision
- Pediatric care
- Medication reconciliation
- Multi-tasking and prioritization
- Medical records security
- Charting and recording
- Counting narcotics
- Staff direction and task delegation
- Samples collection
- Tuberculosis testing
- Educating families
- Tracking symptoms
- Licensed practical nurse
- Caring for wounds
- Certified in CPR/AED
- Critical thinking
- Patient charting
- Attention to detail
- Patient education
- Responsible and dependable
- Adaptable and flexible
- Strong clinical judgment
- Specimen collection
- Patient support
Timeline
LPN
Novant Health Twin City Pediatrics
02.2008 - Current
LPN Charge Nurse
New River Valley Pediatrics
01.1999 - 10.2008
LPN Office Nurse
New River Valley Pediatrics
01.1989 - 01.1999
Associate of Science - Nursing
Smyth County Vocational School
High School Diploma -
Rural Retreat High School