Highly skilled and adaptable Licensed Practical Nurse with over 10 years of progressive experience across long-term care, rehabilitation, skilled nursing, psychiatric, and correctional environments. Proven success in both staff relief/travel assignments and full-time leadership roles, offering broad clinical expertise, strong assessment skills, and a commitment to exceptional patient care. Demonstrated ability to step into high-demand facilities, support understaffed teams, and manage complex patient populations with professionalism and resilience. Experienced in charge nurse duties, risk management, education, infection control, and care planning, with a history of guiding teams, elevating clinical performance, and contributing to continuous quality improvement initiatives. Recognized for strong clinical judgment, effective communication, and the ability to thrive in dynamic, fast-paced healthcare settings while maintaining a patient-centered approach.