April Hall
Gastonia,North Carolina
Summary
Proficient and caring nursing team member offering outstanding patient-facing experience. Adept at addressing patient needs with compassionate care and attention to detail. Diligent about maximizing satisfaction, safety and wellness while serving patients of all backgrounds. Organized and dependable candidate successful at managing multiple priorities with a positive attitude. Willingness to take on added responsibilities to meet team goals.
Overview
11
11
years of professional experience
Work History
Licensed Practical Nurse
UNC Health Blue Ridge
07.2023 - Current
- Managed caseload of up to six patients simultaneously by providing bedside care, treatments, IV therapy, and wound care.
- Utilized Omnicell and Epic to document data related to patient care such as medications, interventions and patient responses.
- Documented accurate and complete patient information to address patient problems and expected outcomes.
- Comforted and counseled patients and families throughout care process.
- Advocated for and strived to protect health, safety, and rights of patient.
- Managed patients' pain by implementing pharmacological and non-pharmacological pain management interventions.
- Performed emergency medical procedures such as BLS, ACLS and other condition stabilizing interventions.
Licensed Practical Nurse- Shift Key, LLC
Shift Key, LLC
09.2022 - Current
- Traveling to Long-term care facilities as needed as a agency nurse
- Utilizing skills acquired to provide excellent care to residents
- Being able to adapt to new surroundings and environments in a quick amount of time and swiftly adjusting to each facility’s policies & procedures
- Always ready and prepared to jump in & work with minimal to no training.
Licensed Practical Nurse
Carolina Care Health & Rehabilitation
09.2022 - 06.2023
- Providing care in a Long-term care setting
- Overseeing medication administration, completing assessments, computer documentation, treatments, critical thinking, and any other duties assigned to me within my scope of practice
- Interacting in a positive and professional manner with residents, families, physicians, and staff.
- Performed routine evaluations of each patient's status, needs, and preferences.
- Administered controlled narcotics, inserted IVs, and performed catheterizations.
- Monitored, tracked, and conveyed important patient information to healthcare staff to help optimize treatment planning and care delivery.
- Evaluated patients to identify and address wounds, behavioral concerns, and medically relevant symptoms.
- Delivered emotional support to patients and families during challenging times.
- Responded to patient requests with appropriate clinical and personal assistance.
Licensed Practical Nurse- Atrium Health, Cleveland (ER)
Atrium Health
10.2022 - 02.2023
- Providing care to a wide range of patients from various age groups and demographics
- Work duties include- drawing labs & collecting specimens, starting IV’s, administering medication, working under the direct supervision of RN’s, assisting with psychiatric patients, assisting with traumas, CPR, computer documentation, observing the heart monitors for any changes in rhythms, and anything else within my scope of practice
- Being able to thrive, excel, and maintain a positive attitude in a fast-paced environment while giving the patient excellent care and a great experience.
Certified Nursing Assistant
10.2012 - 09.2022
- Helping patients/residents perform their activities of daily living in a safe and caring manner
- Measured vital signs
- Documenting activities, nutritional intake, and elimination
- Assisting the nurse and being a team player.
Practical Nursing Student
Cleveland Community College
08.2021 - 07.2022
- Practiced as an LPN student under the direct supervision of clinical instructors
- Clinical rotation hours completed on Med-Surg and OB units
- Demonstrated skills and abilities within scope of LPN practice and in accordance with competencies and procedures.
- Prepared and administered medications in accordance with established protocols.
- Monitored patient vital signs and reported any changes to nursing staff.
- Evaluated patient histories, complaints, and current symptoms.
Education
Practical Nursing student program -
Cleveland Community College
07.2022
Certified Nursing Assistant training and certification -
Gaston Community College
05.2012
Skills
- Emergency Response
- Physical Assessment
- Wound Care
- Clinical Documentation
- Direct Patient Care
- Infection Control
- Strong Clinical Judgment
- Analytical Thinking
Leadership Experience
Active member of the Lamplighters Club and Trio at Cleveland Community College
Communication Skills
Provides excellent communication to patient, families, and all members of the healthcare team; I also believe strongly in teamwork.
References
Available upon request.
Additional Information
CPR and BLS Certified- August 2023 to August 2025
NIHSS Certification- July 2023
Timeline
Licensed Practical Nurse
UNC Health Blue Ridge
07.2023 - Current
Licensed Practical Nurse- Atrium Health, Cleveland (ER)
Atrium Health
10.2022 - 02.2023
Licensed Practical Nurse- Shift Key, LLC
Shift Key, LLC
09.2022 - Current
Licensed Practical Nurse
Carolina Care Health & Rehabilitation
09.2022 - 06.2023
Practical Nursing Student
Cleveland Community College
08.2021 - 07.2022
Certified Nursing Assistant
10.2012 - 09.2022
Practical Nursing student program -
Cleveland Community College
Certified Nursing Assistant training and certification -
Gaston Community College
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