Jessica Alford
Lancaster
Summary
Compassionate LPN skilled in wound care, medication reconciliation, and patient assessments. Committed to delivering exceptional direct patient care and educating families to enhance overall wellness. Experienced LPN Nursing Supervisor with strong skills in staff training, patient care coordination, and quality assurance. Focused on ensuring compliance and enhancing patient care through effective collaboration with healthcare teams. Patient-oriented nursing professional with several years of hands-on experience in delivering quality direct and indirect patient care to individuals in settings. Skillfully completes tasks and fosters relationships with patients, caregivers and coworkers to drive patient care goals and advance nursing philosophies.
Overview
2
2
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
LPN
Rockcastle Health And Rehab Center
Brodhead
02.2026 - Current
- Administered medications to residents following prescribed treatment plans.
- Supported patients with daily living activities to enhance their rehabilitation progress.
- Instructed residents on health maintenance and wellness practices to promote independence and well-being.
- Collaborated with healthcare team to coordinate patient care effectively.
- Observed changes in patient's condition and reported any significant changes to the registered nurse or physician.
- Performed physical assessments, including vital signs and health history documentation.
- Monitored vital signs, fluid intake and output levels, glucose levels, and other medical tests results.
- Provided patient care in accordance with physicians' orders and nursing standards of practice.
- Maintained a safe environment by following infection control policies and procedures.
- Communicated effectively with patients, family members, healthcare team members, and other stakeholders regarding patient care plans or concerns.
LPN Nursing Supervisor
Madison Health And Rehab
Richmond
11.2024 - 02.2026
- Supervised nursing staff to uphold quality patient care standards and ensure regulatory compliance.
- Coordinated patient admissions, discharges, and transfers efficiently.
- Assisted in developing and implementing care plans for residents.
- Monitored medication administration and ensured adherence to protocols.
- Trained new nursing staff on policies and procedures effectively.
- Collaborated with healthcare professionals to enhance patient outcomes.
- Ensured that all staff members were properly trained in the use of medical equipment and protocols.
- Participated in quality assurance activities such as audits or reviews of patient charts or reports from other departments within the facility.
- Provided guidance to nurses, LPNs, and other healthcare personnel regarding patient care policies and procedures.
- Monitored nursing staff performance and delivered constructive feedback to enhance care quality.
- Provided education and support services to families regarding their loved ones' health conditions.
- Performed assessments of patients' physical condition and reviewed medical histories to develop appropriate treatment plans.
- Resolved conflicts between nursing staff and patients or families.
- Assisted in recruitment efforts by interviewing potential candidates for open positions.
- Implemented infection control protocols throughout the facility in accordance with state regulations.
- Attended conferences or seminars related to advances in healthcare technology or best practices.
- Led regular meetings with nursing staff to address issues, share concerns, and identify areas for improvement.
- Applied clinical judgment and comprehensive knowledge of facility policies to assist floor nurses with patient care decisions.
LPN
Danville Health and Rehab
Danville
03.2024 - 11.2024
- Administered medications to residents, ensuring adherence to treatment plans and enhancing recovery outcomes.
- Administered medications and treatments according to established protocols.
- Assisted patients with daily living activities, fostering independence and improving quality of life.
- Educated residents on health maintenance and wellness practices, promoting informed health choices and encouraging self-management.
- Observed changes in patient's condition and reported any significant changes to the registered nurse or physician.
- Collaborated with healthcare team to coordinate patient care effectively.
- Maintained patient records accurately and updated files regularly.
- Provided emotional support and companionship to residents during recovery.
- Ensured compliance with safety and sanitation standards within the facility.
Education
LPN
Campbellsville University
Harrodsburg12-2023
SRNA
Campbellsville University
Harrodsburg06-2021
GED -
Garrard Higher Education
Lancaster KY05-2009
Skills
- Patient care
- Case management
- Patient assessments
- Care planning
- Wound care
- Medication reconciliation
- Multi-tasking and prioritization
- Patient relationship building
- Verbal and written communication
- Effective communication
- Educating families
- Charting and recording
- Documenting incidents
- Direct patient care
- Vital signs
- EKG administration
- Medication dispensing
- Immunization administration
- Tuberculosis testing
- Diabetes management
- Preventive care
- Pain management
- End-of-life care
- Geriatric care
- Infection control
- HIPAA compliance
- Counting narcotics
- Transcribing orders
- Staff supervision
- Training and mentorship
- Problem solving
- Health education
- Compassionate care
- Neurophysiology
- Multi-tasking and prioritization
Certification
- LPN 4013775
Timeline
LPN
Rockcastle Health And Rehab Center
02.2026 - Current
LPN Nursing Supervisor
Madison Health And Rehab
11.2024 - 02.2026
LPN
Danville Health and Rehab
03.2024 - 11.2024
LPN
Campbellsville University
SRNA
Campbellsville University
GED -
Garrard Higher Education