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Rachel Kim
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Licensed Practical Nurse
Experienced Licensed Practical Nurse with 4 years of success in implementing patient-centered care and quality improvement initiatives. Proven track record in reducing readmission rates by 15%, decreasing hospital-acquired infections by 10%, and improving patient satisfaction scores by 25%. Skilled in collaborating with interdisciplinary teams, managing high-acuity units, and providing ongoing training and support to nursing assistants.
WORK EXPERIENCE
Licensed Practical Nurse
03/2022 – Present
Harmony Healthcare Solutions
- Implemented a new patient education program, resulting in a 25% increase in patient satisfaction scores and a 15% decrease in readmission rates.
- Collaborated with physicians and other healthcare professionals to develop and implement individualized care plans, resulting in a 20% decrease in patient complications and a 10% decrease in hospital-acquired infections.
- Managed a team of nursing assistants and provided ongoing training and support, resulting in a 15% increase in team productivity and a 10% decrease in staff turnover.
Registered Nurse (RN)
03/2020 – 03/2022
Wellness Care Associates
- Developed and implemented a new medication administration process, resulting in a 30% decrease in medication errors and a 20% increase in patient safety.
- Collaborated with interdisciplinary teams to develop and implement quality improvement initiatives, resulting in a 25% increase in patient satisfaction scores and a 15% decrease in hospital-acquired infections.
- Managed patient care for a high-acuity unit, ensuring timely and effective care for critically ill patients and achieving a 90% patient survival rate.
Wound Care Nurse
03/2019 – 03/2020
Healing Hands Healthcare
- Developed and implemented a new wound care protocol, resulting in a 40% decrease in wound healing time and a 25% decrease in wound-related complications.
- Collaborated with physicians and other healthcare professionals to develop and implement individualized care plans for patients with chronic conditions, resulting in a 20% decrease in hospital readmissions and a 15% decrease in emergency department visits.
- Managed patient care for a long-term care facility, ensuring high-quality care for elderly patients and achieving a 95% patient satisfaction rate.
SKILLS & COMPETENCIES
- Patient education and communication
- Care plan development and implementation
- Team management and leadership
- Medication administration and management
- Quality improvement initiatives
- Interdisciplinary collaboration
- Wound care and management
- Chronic condition management
- Long-term care expertise
- Patient safety and infection control
- Time management and prioritization
- Critical thinking and problem-solving
- Compassionate patient care
- Electronic health record (EHR) proficiency
- CPR and Basic Life Support (BLS) certification
COURSES / CERTIFICATIONS
National Council Licensure Examination for Practical Nurses (NCLEX-PN)
04/2023
National Council of State Boards of Nursing (NCSBN)
IV Therapy Certification for Licensed Practical Nurses
04/2022
National Association for Practical Nurse Education and Service (NAPNES)
Certification 3 for Licensed Practical Nurse: Wound Care Certification for Licensed Practical Nurses
04/2021
National Alliance of Wound Care and Ostomy (NAWCO)
Education
Diploma in Practical Nursing
2016 - 2020
Lake Superior College
Duluth, MN
Practical Nursing
Gerontology