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Alley Roof

Alley Roof

Decatur

Summary

Dynamic Licensed Vocational Nurse with a proven track record at Nocona General Hospital, excelling in medication administration and patient care. Enhanced patient satisfaction through compassionate support and effective care plan development, while ensuring compliance with HIPAA regulations. Recognized for reducing hospital readmissions by providing thorough discharge education.

Healthcare professional with well-rounded skill set in patient care and medical support. Recognized for adeptly handling patient assessments and providing consistent, high-quality care. Known for fostering team collaboration and adaptability to changing healthcare environments, ensuring seamless patient experiences and outcomes.

Overview

6
6
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification

Work History

Licensed Vocational Nurse

Nocona General Hospital
08.2023 - Current
  • Managed patient care through closely monitoring respiration, blood pressure, and blood glucose levels.
  • Prevented medication errors by meticulously reviewing physician orders and administering medications as prescribed.
  • Worked with multidisciplinary team to carry out successful treatment plans for diverse acute and chronic conditions.
  • Cared for wounds, provided treatments, and assisted with procedures.
  • Promoted patient safety through vigilant monitoring of vital signs and reporting any abnormalities to the appropriate healthcare provider promptly.
  • Assisted with admissions, appointments, transfers, and discharges.
  • Assessed patients' temperature, pulse, and blood pressure and recorded in electronic medical records.
  • Advocated for patients'' needs effectively, working closely with healthcare providers to develop and implement appropriate care plans.
  • Improved patient satisfaction by providing compassionate and attentive care.
  • Administered controlled narcotics, inserted IVs, and performed catheterizations.
  • Gathered lab specimens, ordered testing, and interpreted results to diagnose patients.
  • Collaborated with interdisciplinary team of healthcare and social service providers to address patients' needs through effective intervention and care planning.
  • Reduced hospital readmissions by providing thorough discharge education to patients and their families.
  • Safeguarded patient confidentiality by adhering to HIPAA regulations and maintaining secure medical records.

Lead Lab Technician

TotalCare Emergency Room
06.2020 - 11.2023
  • Established a culture of continuous improvement, regularly reviewing processes and procedures to identify opportunities for increased efficiency and effectiveness.
  • Implemented quality control measures that significantly reduced errors in test results and increased overall client satisfaction.
  • Identified areas for improvement in existing protocols, leading to optimized performance and cost savings for the lab.
  • Assisted in grant proposal writing efforts, securing funding for critical research projects that expanded the lab''s capabilities.
  • Coordinated equipment maintenance schedules to minimize downtime while maintaining high-quality testing services for clients.
  • Served as the primary point of contact for clients, providing timely updates on project progress and addressing any concerns or questions promptly.
  • Reduced turnaround time for test results with improved sample preparation and analysis methods.
  • Managed a team of junior technicians, fostering a collaborative working environment that promoted professional growth and development.
  • Maintained safe, tidy and organized laboratory environment for accurate test results.
  • Maintained documentation on tests performed in lab.
  • Troubleshot and resolved equipment and process issues.

CNA

Wise Health System
06.2019 - 06.2020
  • 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.

Education

Licensed Vocational Nurse - Nursing

North Central Texas College
Gainesville, TX
08-2023

Skills

  • Medication administration
  • Geriatric care
  • HIPAA compliance
  • Vital signs monitoring
  • Patient care
  • Clinical judgment
  • Patient education
  • Infection control
  • Direct patient care
  • Patient assessment
  • Healthcare software proficiency
  • Documentation accuracy
  • Diabetes management
  • Workflow coordination
  • Treatment plan implementation
  • Nutrition support
  • Care plan development
  • Aseptic techniques
  • Nursing processes
  • Screening and triaging
  • Intravenous therapy and blood withdrawal certification
  • Reporting and documentation
  • Vital signs
  • Care plans
  • Immunization administration
  • Emergency response
  • Breathing treatments
  • Wound care
  • Medication dispensing
  • Physical assessment
  • Clinical documentation
  • EMR / EHR
  • Transcribing orders
  • Patient intake
  • Inpatient care
  • Medical records management
  • Outpatient care
  • Verbal and written communication
  • Cultural competence
  • Tracking symptoms

Certification

BLS


Timeline

Licensed Vocational Nurse

Nocona General Hospital
08.2023 - Current

Lead Lab Technician

TotalCare Emergency Room
06.2020 - 11.2023

CNA

Wise Health System
06.2019 - 06.2020

Licensed Vocational Nurse - Nursing

North Central Texas College

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