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Alicia Williams

Alicia Williams

Tomball,TX

Summary

With 18 years of hands-on work as a Licensed Vocational Nurse, I have delivered direct and indirect patient care in many healthcare settings, such as telemetry units, home health, long-term care, outpatient services, and clinics. I'm now enrolled in an LVN-to-RN program to earn my ADN, and I am seeking a Nurse Residency to strengthen my clinical judgment, evidence-based skills, and overall nursing abilities. My focus is always on delivering safe, high-quality care, collaborating effectively with other team members, prioritizing patients' needs, and being committed to professional growth.

Overview

23
23
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification

Work History

LVN – Pediatric/Family Cypress Health Center

Harris Health System
Houston, Texas
05.2024 - Current
  • Administers medications and treatments under physician supervision.
  • Monitors patient vital signs and reports changes to the healthcare team.
  • Delivers high-quality and compassionate treatment to indigent and low-income patient community.
  • Provides necessary health education training for patients with multiple chronic diagnoses.
  • Achieve departmental goals and objectives by instituting new processes and standards for inpatient care.
  • Clean and sterilize instruments, and dispose of contaminated supplies.
  • Performs suture removals.
  • Performs in-clinic POC testing.
  • Assists with in-clinic podiatry procedures.
  • Performs nurse visits for which immunizations, antibiotics, blood pressure monitoring, and ear lavages are done.
  • Assists with pediatric well-child and sick visits.
  • Charts changes in patient conditions and discusses concerns with the supervising healthcare provider.
  • Documents patient information accurately in the electronic health records system, Epic.
  • Implements infection control measures per facility policy.
  • Coordinates of care are provided by other healthcare professionals involved in the patient's care plan.
  • Prepares patient rooms for examination, including stocking supplies, and ensuring cleanliness.

LVN Team Lead/Oncology Smith Clinic

Harris Health System
Houston , TX
10.2021 - 05.2024

• Led team operations, coordinated schedules, mentored staff, and ensured compliance with clinical standards.
• Supported clinic workflows and optimized patient care processes.
• Collaborated in General Oncology, Hematology, and Gynecology clinic days.
• Performed Tempus testing and assisted with diagnostic workflows.
Recorded patients' medical history, vital signs, and test results in EHR.
• Delivered compassionate care and provided health education related to treatments and diagnostic testing.
• Achieved departmental goals by instituting new processes and standards.
• Charted changes in patient conditions, and communicated with supervising providers.

  • Administered medications and treatments to patients under physician supervision.
  • Resolved customer inquiries and complaints requiring management-level escalation.

LVN Pediatric/Family Acres Home Health Center

Harris Health System
Houston, Texas
12.2019 - 10.2021
  • Administered medications and treatments under physician supervision.
  • Monitored patient vital signs, and reported changes to the healthcare team.
  • Delivered high-quality and compassionate treatment to indigent and low-income patient community.
  • Provided necessary health education training for patients with multiple chronic diagnoses.
  • Achieved departmental goals and objectives by instituting new processes and standards for inpatient care.
  • Cleaned and sterilized instruments, and disposed of contaminated supplies.
  • Performed suture removals.
  • Performed in-clinic POC testing.
  • Assisted with in-clinic procedures such as IUD insertion/removal, Nexplanon insertion/removal, colposcopy, and steroid injections.
  • Performed nurse visits for which immunizations, antibiotics, blood pressure monitoring, and ear lavages are done.
  • Assisted with pediatric well-child and sick visits.
  • Charted changes in patient conditions, and discussed concerns with the supervising healthcare provider.
  • Documented patient information accurately in the electronic health records system, Epic.
  • Implemented infection control measures per facility policy.
  • Coordinated care is provided by other healthcare professionals involved in the patient's care plan.
  • Prepared patient rooms for examination, including stocking supplies and ensuring cleanliness.

LVN Field Clinical Care Coordinator

United Healthcare Insurance
Houston, Texas
01.2019 - 10.2019
  • Assessed safety risks associated with living environments or activities of daily living.
  • Managed care plans for diverse client populations in various settings.
  • Conducted comprehensive assessments to determine individual needs and services.
  • Collaborated with healthcare providers to facilitate client access to resources.
  • Educated clients and families on available support services and resources.
  • Advocated for clients' rights and needs within the healthcare system.
  • Coordinated transportation for clients who lack access or are unable to utilize public transportation.
  • Educated clients on relevant topics such as disease prevention strategies, health maintenance.
  • Maintained accurate records of client progress using electronic databases.
  • Responded promptly and compassionately to inquiries from patients or their caregivers.
  • Assessed and identified service delivery challenges and opportunities within local area.

LVN- Pediatric/Family Cypress Ambulatory Clinic

Harris Health System
Houston, TX
10.2014 - 01.2019
  • Administered medications and treatments under physician supervision.
  • Monitored patient vital signs and reported changes to healthcare team.
  • Delivered high-quality and compassionate treatment to indigent and low-income patient community.
  • Provided necessary health education training for patients with multiple chronic diagnoses.
  • Achieved departmental goals and objectives by instituting new processes and standards for in-patient care.
  • Cleaned and sterilized instruments, and disposed of contaminated supplies.
  • Performed suture removals.
  • Performed in-clinic POC testing.
  • Performed lab tests and communicated results to provider.
  • Assisted with in clinic procedures such as IUD, Nexplanon insertion/removal and steroid injections.
  • Performed nurse visits for which immunizations, antibiotics, blood pressure monitoring, and ear lavages are done.
  • Assisted with pediatric well-child and sick visits.
  • Charted changes in patient conditions, and discussed concerns with the supervising healthcare provider.
  • Documented patient information accurately in the electronic health records system, Epic.
  • Implemented infection control measures per facility policy.
  • Coordinated care provided by other healthcare professionals involved in patient's care plan.
  • Prepared patient rooms for examination, including stocking supplies and ensuring cleanliness.

LVN-Floor Nurse

CPNS Staffing
Houston, TX
05.2013 - 10.2014
  • Contract nurse for acute care facilities in telemetry, med surg, postpartum, and LTAC units.
  • Treated patients with strokes, traumatic brain injuries, and spinal injuries of different age groups.
  • Recorded patients' medical history, vital signs, and test results in medical records.
  • Administered medications and treatments according to physician orders.
  • Monitored post-op vitals, set up PCA, fluids, reviewed post-op orders, and oriented patients to the unit.
  • Assisted patients with healing and recovery after surgery.
  • Provided education, treatments, IV therapy, venipuncture, and wound care.
  • Monitored fluid intake and output levels.
  • Following through with various orders for IV therapy and medication administration.
  • Collaborated with interdisciplinary teams to ensure comprehensive care plans.
  • Educated patients and families on health management and safety practices.
  • Maintained accurate documentation of patient assessment data, interventions performed and responses to treatments per facility policy.
  • Supervised CNAs and other staff delivering care in setting by coaching and supporting.
  • Performed routine treatments such as dressing changes and wound care.
  • Collaborated with multi-disciplinary team members to ensure quality patient care was provided in a timely manner.
  • Utilized critical thinking skills while dealing with complex clinical situations.
  • Managed time effectively while multitasking in high-pressure situations.
  • Participated in discharge planning activities for assigned patients.

Charge Nurse

LVN, Village Creek Nursing and Rehabilitation
Lumberton, TX
01.2013 - 04.2014
  • Supervised nursing staff to ensure proper patient care and compliance with policies.
  • Delegated tasks appropriately among staff members according to their qualifications.
  • Skills included, but not limited to, med pass, Foley insertions, trach care, wound care, Medicare documentation, and G-tube care.
  • Tested glucose levels and administered injections.
  • Coordinated with doctors and registered nurses to develop care plans for patients.
  • Utilized strong assessment skills to determine necessary patient care.
  • Provided behavioral, emotional support, and supervision for those with dementia and Alzheimer's.
  • Provided end-of-life palliative care.
  • Managed medication administration, and ensured accurate documentation.
  • Conducted daily rounds to assess patient conditions, evaluate progress toward goals, and document changes in status or plan of care as needed.
  • Audited patient charts in real time, verifying the accuracy and completion of information.
  • Performed health education activities with patients to promote an understanding of medical conditions and self-care skills.

LVN Nurse

Staffing Agency
Houston, TX
10.2010 - 12.2012
  • Experienced in units, telemetry, medical-surgical, and post-partum, in acute care facilities.
  • Administered medications and treatments according to physician orders.
  • Monitored patient vital signs, and reported changes to the healthcare team.
  • Maintained accurate patient records, documenting treatments, medications administered, and other pertinent information.
  • Provided wound care and assisted in medical procedures as needed.
  • Inserted, cared for and removed patients' catheters and monitored fluid output.
  • Assisted with patient transfer activities, utilizing appropriate equipment and safety measures.
  • Assisted with the administration of injections and IV fluids to patients.
  • Educated patients and families to manage illness with post-treatment home care needs, nutrition, exercise programs, and self-administration of medication.
  • Coordinated with health care team members to assess, plan, implement, and evaluate patient care plans.
  • Identified irregular telemetry readings and initiated corrective action plans.
  • Calculated and administered IV, oral, and subcutaneous medications, monitoring for adverse side effects.
  • Observed changes in patient conditions and reported any unusual findings to the supervising physician or registered nurse.
  • Assessed patient needs, prioritized treatment, maintained patient flows and assisted physicians with non-invasive procedures.

LVN-Urology Nurse

East Texas Urology
Beaumont, TX
01.2009 - 03.2010
  • Responsible for assisting the doctor with hormone injections, bladder cancer treatments, cystoscopy, prostate biopsy, urodynamics testing, and vasectomy procedures.
  • Evaluated patient care needs, prioritized treatment, and maintained patient flow.
  • Triage phone calls recorded patients' medical histories, vital statistics, and test results in medical records.
  • Patient teaching regarding in-office and post-op procedures.
  • Addressed patient care needs, collected vitals, dressed wounds, and managed catheters.
  • Assisted patients with urological examinations and procedures.
  • Prepared and maintained sterile environments for surgeries and treatments.
  • Sterilized equipment and supplies using germicides and autoclaves to protect patients and staff from infection.
  • Educated patients on post-treatment care and medication usage.
  • Assisted physicians with examinations and patient scans during diagnostic processes.
  • Provided patient education about urological conditions, medications, and treatments.
  • Scheduled follow-up tests or appointments based on physician orders for further evaluation or monitoring purposes.

LVN-Floor Nurse

Memorial Hermann Hospital
Beaumont, TX
11.2008 - 10.2009
  • Experience in Telemetry and Medical-Surgical units.
  • Recorded patients' medical history, vital statistics, and test results in medical records.
  • Assisted patients with healing and recovery after surgery.
  • Provided wound care and managed dressings for patients.
  • Assisted patients with multiple chronic diagnoses.
  • Administered medications as prescribed by physician orders.
  • Monitored vital signs including temperature, pulse, respiration rate and blood pressure.
  • Educated patients and families about their diagnosis, medications, treatment plans, home care instructions, diet restrictions.
  • Collaborated with healthcare team to ensure effective communication.
  • Observed changes in the condition of patients and reported any significant findings to physicians or other healthcare professionals.
  • Utilized critical thinking skills while dealing with complex clinical situations.

Home Health Field Nurse

LVN, Golden Triangle Home Health
Beaumont, TX
02.2007 - 08.2008
  • Accurately documented all elements of nursing assessment, treatments, medications, discharge instructions and follow-up care.
  • Tested glucose and administered injections.
  • Interviewed patients to obtain medical information.
  • Coordinated with doctors and registered nurses to develop care plans for patients.
  • Utilized strong assessment skills to determine necessary patient care.
  • Assisted patients with multiple chronic diagnoses, including COPD, CHF, and diabetes.
  • Educated patients on disease prevention methods in order to reduce risk factors associated with chronic illnesses or diseases.
  • Managed clients, providing education, treatments, IV therapy, venipuncture, and wound care.
  • Collected biological specimens and packaged for laboratory transport to complete diagnostic tests.
  • Conducted regular re-evaluations to address changes in needs and conditions, introducing revisions to care plans as needed.
  • Charted changes in patient conditions, and discussed concerns with the supervising healthcare provider.
  • Addressed patient care needs, collected vitals, dressed wounds, and managed catheters.
  • Notified physicians of changes in patients' conditions.
  • Coordinated care plans with multidisciplinary healthcare teams.
  • Documented all treatments administered, observations made, and any changes in the patient's condition in an accurate manner according to agency policies and regulations.

LVN Charge Nurse

Senior Rehabilitation
Nederland, TX
09.2007 - 02.2008
  • Assisted in supervising nursing services and assured that care and treatment, based on medical, physical, emotional and psychological needs were provided.
  • Skills included, but not limited to, med pass, Foley insertions, trach care, wound care, Medicare documentation, and G-tube care.
  • Coordinated with doctors and registered nurses to develop care plans for patients.
  • Utilized strong assessment skills to determine necessary patient care.
  • Provided behavioral, emotional support, and supervision for those with dementia and Alzheimer's.
  • Assessed and assisted patients with a diverse range of comorbid chronic diagnoses, including chronic obstructive pulmonary disease (COPD), asthma, congestive heart failure (CHF), cerebrovascular accidents (CVA), diabetes, and sepsis.
  • Coordinated and performed patient admissions, transfers, and discharges.
  • Oversaw medication administration, monitored distribution, and documented responses.
  • Prioritized care and assessed needs through skilled triaging of incoming phone calls from the ER and inpatient units.

LVN Telemetry Nurse

Medical Center Of Southeast Texas
Port Arthur, Texas
01.2003 - 06.2007
  • Monitored patient vital signs in telemetry unit for timely intervention.
  • Monitored cardiac rhythms on telemetry units for abnormal changes in heart rhythm.
  • Took temperatures or blood pressures, dressed wounds and provided other basic patient care or treatments.
  • With the following: medication administration, IV therapy, antibiotic therapy, and diabetic monitoring.
  • Coordinated with doctors and registered nurses to develop care plans for patients.
  • Treatment of patients with diagnoses such as MI, CVA, and post-procedures such as stress tests, stent placements, and coronary artery bypass surgery.
  • Administered medications and treatments according to physician orders and protocols.
  • Implemented nursing interventions based on individualized needs of each patient.
  • Maintained accurate documentation of all treatments, assessments, and observations performed throughout shift.
  • Collected blood, urine or sputum from patients to perform routine laboratory tests.
  • Educated clients, patients and caregivers on medical diagnoses, treatment options, chronic disease self-management and wound management.
  • Assisted with admissions, transfers, and discharges of patients from unit.

Education

Certificate - Nursing

Lamar State College
Port Arthur, TX
01.2003

High School Diploma -

Central Senior High School
Beaumont, TX
01.1997

Associate Degree in Nursing - Nursing

Allegany College of Maryland
Cumberland, MD

Skills

  • Multi-tasking and prioritization
  • Interdisciplinary collaboration
  • Direct patient care
  • Care coordination
  • EPIC charting
  • Patient education

Certification

Licensed Vocational Nurse - 2003

Certifications

  • Basic Life Support (BLS) Certification - American Heart Association

Professional Memberships

  • AAACN

Timeline

LVN – Pediatric/Family Cypress Health Center

Harris Health System
05.2024 - Current

LVN Team Lead/Oncology Smith Clinic

Harris Health System
10.2021 - 05.2024

LVN Pediatric/Family Acres Home Health Center

Harris Health System
12.2019 - 10.2021

LVN Field Clinical Care Coordinator

United Healthcare Insurance
01.2019 - 10.2019

LVN- Pediatric/Family Cypress Ambulatory Clinic

Harris Health System
10.2014 - 01.2019

LVN-Floor Nurse

CPNS Staffing
05.2013 - 10.2014

Charge Nurse

LVN, Village Creek Nursing and Rehabilitation
01.2013 - 04.2014

LVN Nurse

Staffing Agency
10.2010 - 12.2012

LVN-Urology Nurse

East Texas Urology
01.2009 - 03.2010

LVN-Floor Nurse

Memorial Hermann Hospital
11.2008 - 10.2009

LVN Charge Nurse

Senior Rehabilitation
09.2007 - 02.2008

Home Health Field Nurse

LVN, Golden Triangle Home Health
02.2007 - 08.2008

LVN Telemetry Nurse

Medical Center Of Southeast Texas
01.2003 - 06.2007

Certificate - Nursing

Lamar State College

High School Diploma -

Central Senior High School

Associate Degree in Nursing - Nursing

Allegany College of Maryland
Alicia Williams
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