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Anetra Taylor-Billingsley

Oakwood,OH

Summary

Licensed Practical Nurse with extensive experience at Woodside Senior Living, excelling in medication administration and patient evaluations. Proven ability to enhance patient outcomes through compassionate care and effective communication. Skilled in wound care and infection control, fostering a safe environment while mentoring new staff to elevate team performance.

Knowledgeable LPN with deep understanding of patient care and medical procedures. Successfully managed diverse patient needs in various healthcare settings, ensuring high-quality care and patient satisfaction. Demonstrated strong communication and problem-solving skills while working collaboratively with healthcare teams.

Healthcare professional with solid background in patient care and medical support. Proven ability to assist in various medical procedures and maintain accurate patient records. Known for effective teamwork and adaptability in dynamic healthcare environments, consistently delivering reliable and compassionate care.

Overview

15
15
years of professional experience

Work History

Licensed Practical Nurse

Woodside Senior Living
07.2022 - Current
  • Administered medications and treatments as prescribed by healthcare providers.
  • Monitored patient vital signs and reported changes to nursing staff.
  • Assisted in patient hygiene, mobility, and daily living activities.
  • Collaborated with healthcare team to develop individualized care plans.
  • Supervised daily nursing operations, ensuring compliance with healthcare regulations and policies.
  • Administered medications and treatments according to established protocols, enhancing patient care quality.
  • Monitored patient progress and reported changes to healthcare providers for timely interventions.
  • Collaborated with multidisciplinary teams to coordinate comprehensive patient care strategies effectively.
  • Demonstrated strong leadership abilities in managing challenging situations with patients, families, and healthcare professionals alike.
  • Assembled and used equipment such as catheters, tracheotomy tubes, or oxygen suppliers to effectively manage patient care.
  • Assessed patients' temperature, pulse, and blood pressure and recorded in electronic medical records.
  • Managed multiple priorities simultaneously while maintaining a high standard of patient-focused care under challenging circumstances.
  • Collaborated with interdisciplinary teams to establish proper patient care and provide education to patients and family members.

Led and mentored several newly licensed nurses and nursing students to develop professional expertise.

  • Communicated effectively with patients'' family members regarding treatment plans and progress updates, providing reassurance during difficult times.

Licensed Practical Nurse

Vitalia Active Adult Community
04.2021 - 06.2022
  • Maintained accurate patient records and documentation using electronic health systems.
  • Educated patients and families on health management and wellness strategies.
  • Implemented infection control protocols to ensure patient safety and compliance.
  • Comforted and counseled patients and families throughout care process.
  • Delivered culturally competent care that respected diverse patient populations'' unique values, beliefs, and traditions.
  • Ensured regulatory compliance by adhering to infection control protocols and maintaining accurate documentation of patient data.

Licensed Practical Nurse

Montefiore Skilled Nursing Facility
12.2010 - 12.2020
  • Improved patient outcomes by administering medications, monitoring vital signs, and documenting relevant information.
  • Cared for wounds, provided treatments, and assisted with procedures.
  • Assisted with admissions, appointments, transfers, and discharges.
  • Documented accurate and complete patient information to address patient problems and expected outcomes.
  • Demonstrated excellent technical skills in wound dressing changes, IV therapy administration, catheter insertion, and other routine nursing procedures.
  • Managed patient care through closely monitoring respiration, blood pressure, and blood glucose levels.
  • Facilitated efficient communication between patients, families, and healthcare providers to promote continuity of care across settings.
  • Managed time-sensitive tasks effectively under pressure while maintaining composure during critical situations or emergencies.
  • Obtained patient vital signs and input/output measurements from inpatients.
  • Performed routine evaluations of each patient's status, needs, and preferences.
  • Mentored new nursing staff to enhance professional development opportunities within the team dynamic.
  • Collaborated with interdisciplinary team of healthcare and social service providers to address patients' needs through effective intervention and care planning.
  • Evaluated patients to identify and address wounds, behavioral concerns, and medically relevant symptoms.
  • Gathered lab specimens, ordered testing, and interpreted results to diagnose patients.
  • Used aseptic techniques to provide sterilized wound care and dressing applications.
  • Maintained a safe and therapeutic environment for patients through effective risk assessment and crisis intervention strategies.
  • Provided compassionate palliative care for terminally ill patients while supporting their emotional needs during end-of-life stages.

Education

No Degree - Practical Nursing

Cuyahoga Community College
Cleveland, OH
06-2009

Business And Managerial Economics

Bedford
Bedford, OH
06-1980

Skills

  • Medication administration
  • Direct patient care
  • Vital signs monitoring
  • HIPAA compliance
  • Wound care
  • Geriatric care
  • Documentation accuracy
  • Diabetes management
  • Immunization administration
  • Infection control
  • Family communication
  • Catheter care
  • Breathing treatments
  • Patient evaluations
  • ADL assistance
  • Healthcare software proficiency
  • Caregiving skills
  • Palliative care
  • Verbal and written communication
  • End-of-life care
  • Pain management
  • HIPAA protocols

Timeline

Licensed Practical Nurse

Woodside Senior Living
07.2022 - Current

Licensed Practical Nurse

Vitalia Active Adult Community
04.2021 - 06.2022

Licensed Practical Nurse

Montefiore Skilled Nursing Facility
12.2010 - 12.2020

No Degree - Practical Nursing

Cuyahoga Community College

Business And Managerial Economics

Bedford