Heather Piccione
Colorado Springs,CO
Summary
Diligent LPN with background in providing compassionate patient care and assistance with daily activities. Successfully supported medical teams in delivering high-quality healthcare services. Demonstrated exceptional communication and patient management skills, ensuring comfort and well-being.
Overview
15
15
years of professional experience
Work History
CNA
WSI Temp Agency
01.2025 - Current
- Assisted patients with daily living activities, promoting independence and dignity.
- Checked patient vitals such as temperature, blood pressure, and blood sugar levels.
- Promoted good oral and personal hygiene by aiding patients with shaving, bathing, and teeth brushing.
- Enhanced patient satisfaction by providing compassionate and attentive care.
- Maintained confidentiality of patient information according to HIPAA guidelines while communicating effectively with team members about critical updates.
- Answered call lights and supported patient comfort and safety by adjusting bed rails and equipment.
- Utilized proper body mechanics and assistance devices when transferring patients, minimizing the risk of injury for both parties.
- Ensured prompt response to call lights, addressing patient needs in a timely manner.
- Assisted with feeding and monitored intake to help patients achieve nutritional objectives.
- Prevented bedsores by regularly repositioning patients and implementing proper wound care techniques.
- Delivered individualized patient care by recording vital signs, documenting observations, administering treatments, and evaluating patient needs.
- Implemented fall prevention measures by identifying high-risk patients and maintaining clutter-free environments around bedsides.
- Cared for residents in assisted living facility and delivered high-quality support to meet needs.
- Promoted infection control practices within the facility by adhering to strict hand hygiene procedures and utilizing personal protective equipment when necessary.
- Cared for clients with diagnoses such as respiratory failure, diabetes, Parkinson's disease and muscular dystrophy.
- Helped clean and prepare patient consultation rooms to maintain hygiene standards
- Changed linens in rooms, keeping spaces fresh and clean for patient health and satisfaction.
- Completed activities of daily living for patients unable to self-care, and assisted those with limited mobility in completing tasks.
- Assisted nursing staff with completing daily rounds, documenting vital signs and answering calls.
Student Practical Nurse
Aviva at Fitzsimons
12.2024 - 02.2025
- Collaborated with interdisciplinary teams for optimal patient outcomes and well-coordinated care.
- Administered medications accurately, ensuring proper dosage and adherence to medical protocols.
- Improved patient satisfaction levels by actively listening to concerns, addressing issues promptly, and providing compassionate care throughout the treatment process.
- Participated in clinical rotations across various healthcare settings, gaining diverse hands-on experience in nursing practice.
- Demonstrated strong clinical skills by consistently achieving high scores on practical evaluations during training program.
- Performed wound care and dressing changes, promoting timely healing and preventing infection.
Student Practical Nurse
Life Care Center of Aurora
09.2024 - 10.2024
- Collaborated with interdisciplinary teams for optimal patient outcomes and well-coordinated care.
- Administered medications accurately, ensuring proper dosage and adherence to medical protocols.
- Improved patient satisfaction levels by actively listening to concerns, addressing issues promptly, and providing compassionate care throughout the treatment process.
- Maintained up-to-date knowledge on best practices in nursing through regular participation in professional development opportunities such as workshops or conferences.
CNA
Centura St. Francis Hospital
05.2010 - 06.2023
- Assisted patients with daily living activities, promoting independence and dignity.
- Checked patient vitals such as temperature, blood pressure, and blood sugar levels.
- Promoted good oral and personal hygiene by aiding patients with shaving, bathing, and teeth brushing.
- Maintained confidentiality of patient information according to HIPAA guidelines while communicating effectively with team members about critical updates.
- Answered call lights and supported patient comfort and safety by adjusting bed rails and equipment.
- Utilized proper body mechanics and assistance devices when transferring patients, minimizing the risk of injury for both parties.
- Ensured prompt response to call lights, addressing patient needs in a timely manner.
- Prevented bedsores by regularly repositioning patients and implementing proper wound care techniques.
- Delivered individualized patient care by recording vital signs, documenting observations, administering treatments, and evaluating patient needs.
- Provided emotional support for patients during challenging times, fostering a positive healing environment.
- Implemented fall prevention measures by identifying high-risk patients and maintaining clutter-free environments around bedsides.
- Reduced patient stress levels through effective communication and active listening skills.
- Promoted infection control practices within the facility by adhering to strict hand hygiene procedures and utilizing personal protective equipment when necessary.
- Cared for clients with diagnoses such as respiratory failure, diabetes, Parkinson's disease and muscular dystrophy.
- Offered immediate assistance in emergency and routine paging situations to evaluate needs and deliver care.
- Evaluated patients to identify and address wounds, behavioral concerns, and medically relevant symptoms.
- Assisted in emergency situations under the direction of nursing supervisors or physicians, providing crucial support during life-saving interventions.
- Transported patients between rooms and appointments or testing locations.
- Upheld infection control and prevention policies across different patient-facing areas.
Education
Trade School - LPN
Concorde Career College
Aurora, CO04-2025
High School Diploma -
Mitchell High School
Colorado Springs, CO06-1997
Skills
- Time management
- Patient care
- Vital signs monitoring
- Compassion and empathy
- Bathing assistance
- HIPAA compliance
- Feeding assistance
- Basic life support
- Patient transfers
- Toileting assistance
- Lifting and transferring
Timeline
CNA
WSI Temp Agency
01.2025 - Current
Student Practical Nurse
Aviva at Fitzsimons
12.2024 - 02.2025
Student Practical Nurse
Life Care Center of Aurora
09.2024 - 10.2024
CNA
Centura St. Francis Hospital
05.2010 - 06.2023
Trade School - LPN
Concorde Career College
High School Diploma -
Mitchell High School
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