Andrae’-Jermel McChristian
Memphis,TN
Summary
Dynamic Licensed Practical Nurse with proven expertise at Parkway Nursing and Rehabilitation in medication administration and compassionate patient care. Enhanced patient outcomes through meticulous vital signs monitoring and effective communication with families. Skilled in clinical documentation and care planning, fostering strong relationships to ensure optimal health management and support for diverse patient needs.
Overview
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Work History
Licensed Practical Nurse
Parkway Nursing and Rehabilitation
- Administered medications and treatments according to prescribed protocols.
- Monitored patient vital signs and reported changes to nursing staff.
- Assisted in daily living activities, ensuring patient comfort and safety.
- Collaborated with healthcare team to develop individualized care plans.
- Facilitated patient and family education on health management and wellness practices.
- Documented patient progress accurately in electronic health records systems.
- Trained new staff on best practices for patient care and compliance standards.
- Facilitated efficient communication between patients, families, and healthcare providers to promote continuity of care across settings.
- Managed patient care through closely monitoring respiration, blood pressure, and blood glucose levels.
- Demonstrated excellent technical skills in wound dressing changes, IV therapy administration, catheter insertion, and other routine nursing procedures.
- Documented accurate and complete patient information to address patient problems and expected outcomes.
- Collaborated with interdisciplinary healthcare teams to ensure continuous quality improvement in patient care delivery.
- Assisted with admissions, appointments, transfers, and discharges.
- Cared for wounds, provided treatments, and assisted with procedures.
- Improved patient outcomes by administering medications, monitoring vital signs, and documenting relevant information.
- Implemented infection control procedures to enhance patient safety measures.
- Performed routine evaluations of each patient's status, needs, and preferences.
- Obtained patient vital signs and input/output measurements from inpatients.
- Adapted quickly to changing patient needs, adjusting care plans accordingly to ensure optimal outcomes in diverse clinical scenarios.
- Provided compassionate palliative care for terminally ill patients while supporting their emotional needs during end-of-life stages.
- Comforted and counseled patients and families throughout care process.
Education
Licensed Practical Nurse - Nursing
Tennessee Technology Center @ Memphis
Memphis Tennessee 09.2010
High School Diploma -
Hamilton High School
1363 Person Ave. 06.1999
Skills
Medication administration
Direct patient care
Vital signs monitoring
HIPAA compliance
Wound care
Compassionate care
Physical assessment
Clinical documentation
Geriatric care
Vital signs
Clinical judgment
Patient care
Patient assessments
Documentation accuracy
Diabetes management
Medication dispensing
Immunization administration
Infection control
Family communication
Catheter care
Documenting intake
Breathing treatments
Health education
Patient evaluations
EMR / EHR
Care planning
Patient relationship building
Emergency response
Patient triaging
ADL assistance
Healthcare software proficiency
Certification
BLS CPR
Timeline
Licensed Practical Nurse
Parkway Nursing and Rehabilitation
Licensed Practical Nurse - Nursing
Tennessee Technology Center @ Memphis
High School Diploma -
Hamilton High School