April Partain
Childress
Summary
Accomplished LVN Floor Nurse with a proven track record at Childress Regional Medical Center, enhancing patient care through vital signs monitoring and compassionate support. Expert in HIPAA compliance and clinical judgment, significantly contributing to quality improvement initiatives. Skilled in fostering interdisciplinary collaboration for optimal patient outcomes.
Dedicated Registered Nurse skilled in vital signs monitoring, infection control protocols, and emotional support. Committed to delivering compassionate care and developing customized treatment plans for patients in medical-surgical settings.
Overview
14
14
years of professional experience
Work History
Registered Nurse, Medical-Surgical Unit
Childress Regional Medical Center
Childress
06.2025 - Current
- Administered medications and treatments to patients in the medical-surgical unit.
- Collaborated with interdisciplinary teams to develop patient care plans.
- Monitored vital signs and assessed patient conditions regularly.
- Documented patient information accurately in electronic health records systems.
- Educated patients and families on health management and post-discharge care.
- Provided direct nursing care to medical-surgical patients including assessments, treatments, medications and documentation of care.
- Assessed, monitored and documented patient progress on a daily basis.
LVN Floor Nurse
Childress Regional Medical Center
04.2022 - 06.2025
- Worked under registered nurses to care for patients and manage basic care.
- Participated in ongoing professional development opportunities to stay current on best practices in nursing care and maintain licensure requirements.
- Contributed to a safe working environment by following infection control protocols and accurately reporting incidents or concerns.
- Collaborated with physicians to develop customized treatment plans based on thorough assessments of patients'' medical histories, symptoms, and diagnoses.
- Collected and documented vital signs to maintain current records of patients' conditions.
- Enhanced patient care by implementing individualized nursing plans and effectively collaborating with interdisciplinary team members.
- Examined and treated patients' injuries and pressure wounds to promote healing.
- Provided emotional support to patients and their families, fostering trust and open communication during difficult times.
CNA
Parkview Rural Health Clinic
08.2017 - 07.2020
- 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.
- Ensured prompt response to call lights, addressing patient needs in a timely manner.
- Assisted with feeding and monitored intake to help patients achieve nutritional objectives.
- Prevented bedsores by regularly repositioning patients and implementing proper wound care techniques.
- Delivered individualized patient care by recording vital signs, documenting observations, administering treatments, and evaluating patient needs.
- Provided emotional support for patients during challenging times, fostering a positive healing environment.
- Implemented fall prevention measures by identifying high-risk patients and maintaining clutter-free environments around bedsides.
Caregiving
01.2014 - 08.2016
Stay at home mom
Kitchen Manager
Holiday Inn Express
01.2012 - 01.2014
- Maintained a clean and safe work environment, adhering to all health department regulations and guidelines.
- Scheduled and received food and beverage deliveries, adhering to food cost and budget.
- Checked and tested foods to verify quality and temperature.
- Mentored and trained new team members, fostering a positive culture of teamwork and collaboration within the kitchen staff.
- Conducted daily checks of refrigerators and freezers to verify proper food storage, container labeling, and surface cleaning.
- Reduced food waste by closely monitoring inventory levels and implementing proper food storage techniques.
- Inspected stock to identify shortages, replenish supply and maintain consistent inventory.
- Collaborated with front-of-house staff to ensure seamless communication between the kitchen team and service areas for optimal guest experiences.
Education
Associate's Degree in Nursing - Nursing
Clarendon College
Childress, TX 05.2024 - 05/2025
No Degree - Practical Nursing
Clarendon College
Childress, TXNo Degree - CNA
Clarendon College
Pampa, TXSkills
- Vital signs monitoring
- HIPAA Compliance
- Compassionate Care
- Catheter Care
- Health Promotion
- Quality Improvement
- Geriatric Care
- Preventative Care
- Diabetes management
- Tracheostomy Care
- Clinical judgment
- Physical Assessment
- Interdisciplinary collaboration
- Medication administration
- Infection control protocols
- Emotional support
Timeline
Registered Nurse, Medical-Surgical Unit
Childress Regional Medical Center
06.2025 - Current
Associate's Degree in Nursing - Nursing
Clarendon College
05.2024 - 05/2025
LVN Floor Nurse
Childress Regional Medical Center
04.2022 - 06.2025
CNA
Parkview Rural Health Clinic
08.2017 - 07.2020
Caregiving
01.2014 - 08.2016
Kitchen Manager
Holiday Inn Express
01.2012 - 01.2014
No Degree - Practical Nursing
Clarendon College
No Degree - CNA
Clarendon College