Kinsey Baker
Bicknell
Summary
Compassionate Licensed Practical Nurse with experience in skilled nursing and long-term care, built on a strong CNA foundation to deliver safe, person-centered care. 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. Seeking a job to grow professionally in with the opportunity to fully use my skills for success, while being able to balance life with my family outside of work.
Overview
3
3
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Licensed Practical Nurse
Sycamore Care Strategies
11.2024 - Current
- Administered medications, recorded vital signs, provided wound care, and assisted with CNA tasks.
- Cared for and managed different types of long-term health conditions.
- Acted as a patient advocate and collaborated with doctors, therapists, and social workers to ensure comprehensive care.
- Assist with admissions, appointments, transfers, and discharge.
- Documented accurate and complete patient information in charting systems.
- Educated patients and families about diagnosis, treatments, care plans, etc.
- Provided compassionate palliative care and support during end-of-life stages.
- Ensured compliance with safety protocols and infection control measures.
Licensed Practical Nurse
Lodge of the Wabash
08.2024 - 10.2024
- Managed a primary assignment of 20-30 residents on a skilled/long-term care unit, administering medications and treatments per protocol.
- Performed wound care per provider orders, monitored healing progress, and updated care plans accordingly.
- Monitored chronic conditions (CHF, COPD, diabetes, dementia) and notified providers on status changes using SBAR communication.
- Partnered with CNAs to prioritize care, reduce call-light times, and prevent falls and skin breakdown.
- Documented thoroughly in the EHR and completed incident/variance reports in a timely manner.
Certified Nursing Assistant
Lodge of the Wabash
08.2022 - 08.2024
- Provided basic patient care.
- Assisted patients with daily living activities, ensuring comfort and dignity.
- Monitored for changes in patient conditions, behaviors, or signs of infection/illness and reported findings following the chain of command - collaborated with nurses and other healthcare professionals.
- Accurately charted care provided and patient statuses.
- Maintained cleanliness and organization of resident areas/care areas to enhance safety.
- Restocked supplies within the supply room and within resident rooms.
- Provided compassion and companionship to patients and families.
- Ensured compliance with safety protocols and infection control measures.
Education
Certificate of Nursing - Nursing
Vincennes University
Vincennes, Indiana, IN07-2025
High School Diploma -
Lincoln High School
Vincennes, IN05-2021
Skills
- Direct patient care
- Medication administration
- Vital signs (and monitoring)
- Wound care
- Documentation accuracy
- Infection control
- Communication with residents, families, and the healthcare team
- Compassion and empathy
- Time management
- Attention to detail by ensuring resident safety and accurate care delivery
- Teamwork and collaboration
Certification
- Basic Life Support certification/CPR certification
- Tuberculosis certification
- Mental Health First Aide certification
- Certified Nursing Assistant Certification
Timeline
Licensed Practical Nurse
Sycamore Care Strategies
11.2024 - Current
Licensed Practical Nurse
Lodge of the Wabash
08.2024 - 10.2024
Certified Nursing Assistant
Lodge of the Wabash
08.2022 - 08.2024
Certificate of Nursing - Nursing
Vincennes University
High School Diploma -
Lincoln High School