Dynamic and dedicated Licensed Vocational Nurse with extensive experience at All Saints Subacute & Transitional Care. Expert in medication administration and infection control, fostering patient safety and comfort. Proven ability to advocate for patient needs while collaborating with multidisciplinary teams to achieve optimal outcomes. Strong communicator committed to enhancing care quality.
Overview
8
8
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
License Vocational Nurse
All Saints Subacute & Transitional Care
10.2020 - 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.
Advocated for patients'' needs effectively, working closely with healthcare providers to develop and implement appropriate care plans.
Strengthened infection control measures by strictly following hand hygiene protocols and utilizing personal protective equipment when necessary.
Collaborated with interdisciplinary team members for optimal patient outcomes.
CNA Clinical Instructor
SISUCARE
01.2025 - 02.2025
Maintained confidentiality of patient information according to HIPAA guidelines while communicating effectively with team members about critical updates.
Delivering lectures, demonstrating, and hands - on training in clinical settings.
Evaluating student performance through exams, state and federal requirements.
Providing guidance and support to students throughout their CNA training program
Keeping accurate records of students progress and attendance
Working with other healthcare professionals and administrator to ensure the quality of the training program
Director of Staff Development
All Saints Subacute & Transitional Care
12.2023 - 03.2024
Developed a strong leadership pipeline through targeted talent development initiatives.
Improved staff performance by designing and implementing comprehensive training programs.
Promoted a diverse workforce by developing inclusive hiring practices and supporting diversity awareness programs.
Ensured regulatory compliance in all aspects of staff development, including licensing, certifications, and continuing education requirements.
Strengthened interpersonal relationships among team members by promoting open communication channels and conflict resolution techniques.
Performed reviews of employee work performance to check for areas in need of additional training.
Assisted with development of effective recruitment and hiring strategies.
Monitored employee performance to look for areas in need of improvement.
Helped develop successful recruitment and hiring plans.
Conducted orientation sessions and organized on-the-job training for new hires.
Trained new hires to perform cross-training exercises with experienced workers.
Certified Nursing Assistant
Mercy and Grace Staffing Solutions
11.2017 - 01.2020
Provided high-quality personal care services such as bathing, grooming, dressing, and feeding to ensure patient dignity.
Assisted patients with daily living activities for enhanced comfort and wellbeing.
Checked patient vitals such as temperature, blood pressure, and blood sugar levels.
Maintained a clean, safe environment by sanitizing surfaces, changing linens, and disposing of waste properly.
Promoted good oral and personal hygiene by aiding patients with shaving, bathing, and teeth brushing.
Prevented pressure ulcers development through frequent turning, repositioning of patients, and diligent skin assessments.
Enhanced team efficiency by promptly responding to call lights and reporting changes in patient condition to nurses.
Utilized therapeutic communication, empathy and active listening skills to encourage and develop positive relationships with patients.
Assisted nurses with wound care procedures ensuring proper healing processes took place.
Implemented infection control protocols, minimizing spread of illnesses among patients and staff.
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