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Areil Battle

Titusville,FL

Summary

Organized and dependable candidate successful at managing multiple priorities with a positive attitude. Willingness to take on added responsibilities to meet team goals. Passionate Nurse with demonstrated experience in hospital settings. Proven ability to build strong relationships with patients and families while providing compassionate care. Offers strong task prioritization and organizational skills. Well-qualified medical professional with experience triaging patients, capturing information and completing basic procedures such as wound care. Excellent communication, prioritization and multitasking abilities with sound judgment and compassionate nature. Background in clinic and hospital environments. Experienced nursing professional with excellent skills in patient assessment, disease management and medication administration. Proven track record of delivering high-quality care.

Overview

3
3
years of professional experience

Work History

Hospice Licensed Practical Nurse

St. Frances Reflections Lifestage Care
05.2022 - Current
  • Demonstrates excellent customer service skills in communicating with patient, families, co-workers and interdisciplinary team members.
  • Responsible for direct patient care activities under supervision of Registered Nurse (RN).
  • Assignments with supplemental verbal instructions that are given by RN.
  • Observes, identifies, and responds to patient's need for care, including medication, equipment-assisted care, patient/family education, and oral/written documentation in accordance with policy, procedures, and guidelines.
  • Prepares/administers prescribed medication (oral, topical, subcutaneous, and intramuscular), following standard medical center policies.
  • Adheres to agency requirement for reporting medication errors, reactions, and side effects immediately. - Accurately documents patient information on flow sheets and charts in electronic format.
  • Participates in interdisciplinary team care planning and delivery of care process.
  • Implements orders and provides care to variable patient population. - Recognizes emergency situations and demonstrates effective action in emergencies.
  • Participates actively in performance improvement measures.
  • Appreciates diversity, keeping open mind for diversity, cultural competency, and continuous learning.
  • Poised and articulate in communicating with people of varied educational level and ethnic backgrounds and willing to work cooperatively as a member of team in every assignment.
  • Other duties as assigned within scope of practice and/or state licensing board of LPN.
  • Improved patient outcomes by administering medications, monitoring vital signs, and documenting relevant information.

Licensed Practical Nurse

All American Healthcare Services, Inc-Cocoa, FL
06.2021 - Current
  • Executes complex practical nursing skills with precision and efficiency, consistent with Medical Center policy and procedure and within the legal and ethical responsibilities of his/her licensure as a Licensed Practical Nurse.
  • Exemplifies ability to use judgment to plan and organize assignments with minimal assistance and directions. Completes assignments and assists others as needed and demonstrates the ability to effectively manage patient flow to maintain timeliness of appointments.
  • Proficient in initiating appropriate actions based on his/her observations of the patient's condition, seeks assistance from MD/PA/NP/RN when needed and intervenes as directed.
  • Demonstrates the ability to recognize and initiate emergency measures (to include psychiatric emergencies) and demonstrates the ability to assist in resuscitation procedures during cardiac and respiratory arrest.
  • Reinforces instructions given by the MD/PA/NP/RN regarding medications, pre-procedure instructions and reviews learning assessments (past initial assessment by the RN).
  • Assists in care coordination and access for all ambulatory care through communication and placing consult per nursing protocols.
  • Maintains the knowledge and skill in performing support duties for complex diagnostic tests and/or specialized practices or procedures.
  • Demonstrates ability to effectively manage patient flow to maintain timeliness of appointments.
  • Utilizes nursing protocols with attention to the individuality of patients, patient safety and evidence-based practice.
  • Performs specialized practical nursing activities requiring broad work experience and demonstrated skill sufficient to resolve a range of nursing problems.
  • Prepares and administers prescribed medications (oral, topical, subcutaneous, intramuscular) and performs treatments according to established policies and procedures. Observes for changes in patient condition, caused by medications, treatments, and procedures.

Travel Licensed Practical Nurse, Vaccine Clinic

Favorite Healthcare Staffing -Los Angeles, CA
01.2022 - 04.2022
  • Demonstrates knowledge of practical nursing care exercising judgment in planning and intervention, requiring supervision to provide a practical knowledge of human body structure, sterile techniques, and procedures.
  • Cares for Veterans in accordance with established nursing procedures, standards of care, and plan of care.
  • Completes work under the close supervision of an RN or Provider. May require routine or detailed higher-level review depending on the complexity of Veteran care.
  • Managing clinic workflow. Ensuring patients are placed in examination rooms in a timely manner and providing direction to patients as they move through the clinic environment.
  • Assist in panel access through scrubbing weekly reviewing scheduled appointments.
  • Demonstrates technical competence to prepare, administer, and appropriately document Veteran education of medications, and nursing actions taken for commonly prescribed oral, topical, subcutaneous, intramuscular, and/or intravenous medications as permitted by approved local facility policies and procedures.
  • Demonstrates technical competence in phlebotomy and Point of Care Testing (POCT) where offered.
  • Seeks guidance from appropriate resources to interpret unclear or unfamiliar drugs or dosages.
  • Demonstrates the ability to recognize the Veteran's response to medication administered and/or contraindications to medications, reporting any noted change in Veteran's condition to RN or Provider.
  • Demonstrates knowledge and ability to recognize urgent and emergent patient care situations and seeks assistance of the RN and/or Provider.
  • Adheres to Infection Control-Universal Precautions. Maintains a safe, clean, clutter-free environment for Veterans, visitors, and coworkers.
  • Recognizes and documents changes in Veteran's condition, reporting changes to the RN and/or Provider, initiating action with direction.
  • Complies with and adheres to the Standard Operating Procedure (SOP) for reprocessing/cleaning Reusable Medical Equipment (RME). RME cleaning will be done in accordance with the schedule within the area.
  • Responds to breakage/malfunction or loss of equipment, and supply deficiencies, promptly reporting to appropriate personnel for corrective action.
  • Performed support duties for complex diagnostic tests and/or specialized practices or procedures, which include preparing the patient, assisting in the diagnostic examination, preparing and handling specialized instruments or other specialized equipment, and monitoring the patient's condition before, during, and following the procedure.
  • Serves as a preceptor in orienting, educating, and training less experienced LPNs/LVNs or NAs/HTs related to support duties for these more complex, specialized tests/procedures.

Travel Licensed Practical Nurse-Vaccine

Snap Nurse
11.2021 - 01.2022
  • Improved patient satisfaction by providing high-quality nursing care to diverse populations during travel assignments.
  • Enhanced patient recovery rates through diligent monitoring and timely interventions.
  • Collaborated with interdisciplinary teams for effective care planning and delivery, resulting in positive patient outcomes.
  • Educated patients and families on treatment plans, healthcare management, and prevention strategies, promoting overall wellness.
  • Administered medications as prescribed, closely monitoring for side effects or adverse reactions.
  • Adeptly managed a caseload of patients while maintaining accurate documentation, ensuring smooth communication among team members.
  • Skillfully operated medical equipment and technology to monitor vital signs, deliver treatments, and support patient comfort.
  • Served as a trusted advocate for patients by communicating their needs to healthcare providers and facilitating informed decisionmaking.
  • Promoted a culture of safety by adhering to infection control protocols, reducing the risk of hospital-acquired infections.
  • Administered medications and treatment to patients and monitored responses while working with healthcare teams to adjust care plans.
  • Administered medications via oral, IV, and intramuscular injections and monitored responses.
  • Taught patients how to improve lifestyle choices, dramatically reducing chance of symptom reoccurrence.
  • Delivered outstanding care to patients with various diagnoses and managed care from treatment initiation through to completion.

Travel Licensed Practical Nurse Vaccine

Advance Nurse Staffing-Kissimmee, Fl
09.2021 - 12.2021
  • Administer vaccines to patients according to established protocols and safety guidelines
  • Monitor patients for signs of allergic reactions and other adverse events
  • Provide patient education on vaccine safety, efficacy and administration
  • Collaborate with other healthcare professionals to ensure accurate information is provided to patients
  • Maintain accurate records of vaccine administration and patient information
  • Provided immunization services to pediatric and adult patients Educated patients and families on vaccine safety, efficacy, and administration
  • Managed appointment calendar for scans, lab test, and evaluations
  • Administer medication, monitor and document results. Maintain IV therapy and administer IV medications as per medical center policy.
  • Observes and documents patient's response to medication administered and report any changes in condition to RN/ MD/ Provider.

Travel License Practical Nurse Vaccine

Rapid Staffing LLC
01.2021 - 03.2021
  • Improved patient care by implementing customized care plans tailored to individual needs.
  • Enhanced patient satisfaction through timely and efficient medication administration.
  • Promoted patient health and wellbeing with compassionate bedside manner and attentive monitoring of vital signs.
  • Collaborated with interdisciplinary team members, ensuring seamless coordination of care for patients.
  • Administered medications accurately according to physician orders, minimizing errors in dosage or timing.
  • Established strong rapport with patients while maintaining professional boundaries as a trusted healthcare provider.
  • Managed complex medical conditions through diligent monitoring and collaboration with other healthcare professionals on the team.
  • Conducted comprehensive assessments of new patients to identify risks, needs, goals, and appropriate interventions.
  • Developed targeted interventions for diverse populations such as geriatric residents or post-surgical rehab clients based on specific needs analysis data gathered during intake assessments.
  • Demonstrated adaptability and flexibility in nursing practice, adjusting care strategies as needed to best meet evolving patient needs.

Licensed Practical Nurse

Viera Del Mar Health And Rehabilitation Center
09.2020 - 12.2020
  • Ensured proper documentation of all nursing activities for accurate record-keeping and compliance with regulations.
  • Increased efficiency in daily operations by delegating tasks to LPNs based on their skill sets and competencies.
  • Led team meetings to discuss patient progress, review new policies or procedures, and strategize ways to improve overall department performance. Promoted a positive work environment through effective conflict resolution strategies among nursing staff members when necessary Technically proficient in initiating, performing and completing assigned duties in providing care to variable patient populations.
    Knowledge and ability to appropriately carry out assigned patient care based on the patients' conditions; to use judgment in selecting the appropriate order and sequence of procedures and treatments; and to accurately recognize, report and record relevant] patient information. Completed work should need only a general review by a registered nurse (RN) or physician (MD/DO) for appropriateness and conformity with [established policies/procedures.
    Ability to observe, identify and respond to the patient's needs for care, including medication, equipment-assisted care and patient/family education. In organizing and delivering care, the LPN/LVN recognizes and considers emotional, cultural, spiritual, socio-economic, and age-related factors.
    Prepares and administers prescribed medications (oral, topical, subcutaneous, intramuscular and/or intravenous) and performs treatments according to established policies/procedures. Observes for physical and/or emotional changes in patient's condition from prescribed medications/treatments, promptly and accurately documenting noted changes, and reporting any deviations from normal to RN or MD/DO.
    Knowledge and ability to recognize urgent or emergent patient care situations, seek assistance of the RN and/or MD/DO, and initiate appropriate emergency interventions as directed.
    Knowledge and understanding of human behavior, patient motivations and reactions to situations, and ability to appropriately utilize this knowledge in working effectively with patients, family members, and other staff.
    Establishes constructive relationships with individual patients and their families to elicit feelings and attitudes, and to promote positive relationships, communication and socialization skills. Fosters an environment of respect for individual patient and family rights to privacy and dignity in all aspects of care delivery. Effectively incorporates knowledge and understanding of established customer service standards in all interactions with patients, family members, and/or other internal/external customers.
    Knowledge and skill in performing support duties for complex diagnostic tests and/or specialized practices or procedures, which include preparing the patient, assisting in the diagnostic examination, preparing and handling specialized instruments or other specialized equipment, and monitoring the patient's condition before, during, and following the procedure. Serves as a preceptor in orienting, educating, and training less experienced LPNs/LVNs or NAs/HTs related to support duties for these more complex, specialized tests/procedures.
  • Provides physical and emotional care to Veterans with mental illness, behavioral and physical needs within the scope of practice while under the direction of an RN.
  • Considers lifespan issues and provides care to young adults through geriatric patients, inclusive of all gender designations and needs.
  • Completes patient focused assessments, recognizing signs and symptoms of withdrawal.
  • Completes clinical reminders and reports of data findings to the clinician, provider, or RN.
  • Administers medications and injections to patients accurately, timely, and according to facility policy.
  • Keeps patient care areas and medication room clean and free of clutter and restocks supplies as needed, anticipating workflow.
  • Reviews and maintains room and refrigerator temperatures as assigned.
  • Performs urine specimen collections, use of breathalyzer and other point of care specimen collection as ordered.
  • Participates in nursing reports and other care team meetings to ensure continuity in Veterans care that is provided in the mental health setting.
  • Initiates therapeutic communications with Veterans and families utilizing formal and informal communication processes.
  • Initiates and evaluates Veteran's participation in the mental health setting such as nursing led groups and community meetings.
  • Report and record observations and information related to the care of the patient and integrate the use of health care technology into the provision of nursing care. 18. Completes documentation accurately, timely and completely addressing Veteran's complaints and care provided.
  • Participates in patient/family teaching programs related to health promotion and reinforces instructions provided by the registered nurse and physician and documents in approved format.
  • Collaborates with team members to provide seamless care to the Veteran.
  • Mentors/ precepts new LPN's and other new employees to the LPN duties.
  • Participates in committees at the unit level and at the facility level and accurately represents the LPN profession and the LPN position within the organization.

Education

Licensed Practical Nurses (LPN) - Nursing

South Florida State College
600 W College Dr, Avon Park, FL 33825
10.2014

Skills

  • Patient Intake
  • Emergency Response
  • Physical Assessment
  • Family Communication
  • Wound Care
  • Immunization Administration
  • Attention to Detail
  • Decision-Making
  • Critical Thinking
  • Flexible and Adaptable
  • First Aid/CPR

Timeline

Hospice Licensed Practical Nurse

St. Frances Reflections Lifestage Care
05.2022 - Current

Travel Licensed Practical Nurse, Vaccine Clinic

Favorite Healthcare Staffing -Los Angeles, CA
01.2022 - 04.2022

Travel Licensed Practical Nurse-Vaccine

Snap Nurse
11.2021 - 01.2022

Travel Licensed Practical Nurse Vaccine

Advance Nurse Staffing-Kissimmee, Fl
09.2021 - 12.2021

Licensed Practical Nurse

All American Healthcare Services, Inc-Cocoa, FL
06.2021 - Current

Travel License Practical Nurse Vaccine

Rapid Staffing LLC
01.2021 - 03.2021

Licensed Practical Nurse

Viera Del Mar Health And Rehabilitation Center
09.2020 - 12.2020

Licensed Practical Nurses (LPN) - Nursing

South Florida State College
Areil Battle