Aquarius Paige
Jacksonville
Summary
Compassionate and dedicated new graduate Registered Nurse (RN) seeking to leverage clinical skills and patient care experience in a dynamic healthcare setting. Committed to providing high-quality care and fostering positive patient outcomes. Accomplished LPN with a proven track record,demonstrating exceptional patient care and medication administration skills. Skilled in chronic disease management and providing compassionate support, I significantly enhanced patient satisfaction. My expertise in infection control and strong clinical judgment ensure high-quality healthcare delivery.
Developed critical skills in high-pressure healthcare environments, focusing on patient care, communication, and teamwork. Looking to transition into new field, bringing proficiency in handling medical emergencies and patient interactions. Aims to leverage these transferrable skills to contribute effectively in new professional setting.
Compassionate and dedicated with strong commitment to patient care and well-being. Possesses foundational knowledge in medical procedures and patient care, with skills in monitoring vital signs and administering medications. Aims to make significant impact on patient outcomes through effective care and empathy.
Overview
9
9
years of professional experience
Work History
Registered Nurse
North Florida State Hospital
01.2025 - Current
- Utilized critical thinking skills to prioritize nursing interventions based on patients'' acuity levels and individual needs.
- Conducted thorough patient assessments to identify changes in condition, promptly notifying physicians and initiating appropriate interventions when necessary.
- Administered medications safely according to established guidelines while closely monitoring for side effects or adverse reactions requiring intervention.
- Enhanced patient satisfaction by providing compassionate, holistic nursing care that addressed physical, emotional, and spiritual needs.
- Conduct comprehensive mental health assessments and develop individualized care plans for patients with various psychiatric disorders.
- Provide crisis intervention and support to patients experiencing acute psychiatric episodes.
- Collaborate with multidisciplinary teams, including psychiatrists, psychologists, and social workers, to ensure holistic patient care.
- Educate patients and their families about mental health conditions, treatment options, and coping strategies.
- Assisted with the management of patients in an inpatient psychiatric unit, focusing on safety and therapeutic engagement.
- Monitored patient behavior and progress, documenting significant changes and communicating with the healthcare team.
- Implemented therapeutic activities and group therapy sessions to promote social skills and emotional regulation.
LPN
Shiftkey
06.2021 - Current
- Increased efficiency by proactively identifying opportunities for process improvement within the LTAC unit and actively participating in quality improvement initiatives.
- Maintained current knowledge of best practices in LTAC nursing through ongoing professional development and active participation in relevant workshops, conferences, or training sessions.
- Delivered timely interventions for acute changes in patient conditions, collaborating with physicians to initiate appropriate treatment plans.
- Collaborated with interdisciplinary teams to develop comprehensive care plans tailored to each patient''s needs and goals.
- Reduced medication errors by implementing a meticulous double-check system for administering medications.
- Utilized critical thinking skills to respond effectively to medical emergencies, initiating life-saving interventions when necessary.
- Demonstrated strong clinical judgment in assessing, planning, implementing, documenting, and evaluating patient care according to established standards of practice.
- Enhanced patient satisfaction through compassionate communication and individualized care plans.
- Maintained a clean and safe environment for patients, adhering to infection control protocols and procedures.
- Demonstrated proficiency in operating a wide range of medical equipment such as ventilators, feeding pumps, IV infusion devices, and telemetry monitors to deliver safe and effective patient care.
- Documented treatments delivered, medications and IVs administered, discharge instructions, and follow-up care.
LPN
Fletcher’s Home Healthcare
08.2020 - Current
- Maintained accurate documentation of all relevant clinical data, ensuring compliance with regulatory standards.
- Managed patient care through closely monitoring respiration, blood pressure, and blood glucose levels.
- Obtained patient vital signs and input/output measurements from inpatients.
- Reduced medication errors by accurately administering medications and diligently verifying patient information.
- Documented accurate and complete patient information to address patient problems and expected outcomes.
- Enhanced patient comfort by providing compassionate care and addressing individual needs.
- Promoted effective communication among healthcare providers, patients, and families to ensure seamless coordination of care.
- Assisted patients in achieving mobility goals through safe transfer techniques, ambulation support, and range of motion exercises.
- Provided skilled tracheostomy care for ventilator-dependent patients within their homes for improved quality of life while reducing risk factors associated with institutional settings.
- Participated in ongoing professional development opportunities to stay current on best practices within the home health nursing field.
LPN
Northbank
03.2016 - Current
- Maintained accurate documentation of all relevant clinical data, ensuring compliance with regulatory standards.
- Implemented infection control measures, ensuring a clean and safe environment for patients and staff.
- Managed patient care through closely monitoring respiration, blood pressure, and blood glucose levels.
- Administered controlled narcotics, inserted IVs, and performed catheterizations.
- Obtained patient vital signs and input/output measurements from inpatients.
- Assisted with admissions, appointments, transfers, and discharges.
- Performed wound care treatments using sterile techniques, promoting healing and preventing complications.
- Adhered to treatment plan instructions when administering medications and treatments to patients.
- Improved patient outcomes by providing high-quality nursing care and closely monitoring vital signs.
- Reduced medication errors by accurately administering medications and diligently verifying patient information.
- Documented accurate and complete patient information to address patient problems and expected outcomes.
- Participated in ongoing professional development opportunities to enhance knowledge base and skillset as an LPN.
- Demonstrated adaptability in working with diverse patient populations across various healthcare settings.
- Provided emotional support to patients and families during difficult times, fostering positive relationships built on trust and compassion.
- Performed routine evaluations of each patient's status, needs, and preferences.
- Enhanced patient satisfaction levels through effective communication and empathetic listening skills.
LPN
North Florida State Hospital
06.2024 - 01.2025
- Utilized time management skills to prioritize tasks effectively, allowing for efficient completion of daily responsibilities.
- Maintained accurate documentation of all relevant clinical data, ensuring compliance with regulatory standards.
- Implemented infection control measures, ensuring a clean and safe environment for patients and staff.
- Managed patient care through closely monitoring respiration, blood pressure, and blood glucose levels.
- Obtained patient vital signs and input/output measurements from inpatients.
- Assisted with admissions, appointments, transfers, and discharges.
- Performed wound care treatments using sterile techniques, promoting healing and preventing complications.
- Adhered to treatment plan instructions when administering medications and treatments to patients.
- Improved patient outcomes by providing high-quality nursing care and closely monitoring vital signs.
- Reduced medication errors by accurately administering medications and diligently verifying patient information.
- Documented accurate and complete patient information to address patient problems and expected outcomes.
- Participated in ongoing professional development opportunities to enhance knowledge base and skillset as an LPN.
- Demonstrated adaptability in working with diverse patient populations across various healthcare settings.
LPN
Brooks Rehabilitation Hospital
06.2022 - 10.2022
- Managed patient care through closely monitoring respiration, blood pressure, and blood glucose levels.
- Managed complex wound care cases, utilizing advanced dressing techniques to promote timely healing while preventing complications such as infection or skin breakdowns.
- Promoted patient independence by teaching self-care techniques and providing adaptive equipment recommendations.
- Supported patients'' emotional well-being, providing compassionate listening during difficult times in their healing journey.
- Implemented fall prevention strategies within the facility resulting in decreased falls among high-risk patients.
- Enhanced the quality of patient care through effective communication with interdisciplinary team members.
- Reduced hospital readmissions by providing thorough discharge planning and follow-up care coordination.
- Improved patient outcomes by developing and implementing personalized rehabilitation care plans.
- Championed patient advocacy, ensuring patients received appropriate services and were treated with dignity and respect.
- Contributed to a safer healthcare environment by adhering to infection control protocols and reporting potential hazards.
LPN
Favorite Staffing/Department of Health
03.2021 - 07.2021
- Administered vaccinations via intramuscular injection and completed proper documentation.
- Maintained detailed records of vaccinations administered, ensuring accurate reporting for public health purposes.
- Increased patient satisfaction by delivering efficient and accurate COVID-19 vaccinations in a timely manner.
- Educated patients on the importance of vaccination, addressing concerns and providing accurate information about possible side effects.
- Stayed up-to-date on evolving guidelines for COVID-19 vaccines, applying current best practices when administering doses to patients.
- Implemented infection control measures during vaccine administration, reducing the risk of exposure to COVID-19 for both staff and patients.
- Enhanced patient experience by creating a comfortable environment for COVID-19 vaccinations, addressing individual needs and concerns with empathy.
- Assisted in training new vaccinators on proper techniques and protocols, ensuring a high level of competence and adherence to best practices.
- Promoted positive public health outcomes through active participation in community outreach events designed to increase awareness about COVID-19 vaccinations.
- Adhered to strict safety protocols during vaccine administration, minimizing potential risks for patients.
- Completed screening questions with patients following CDC guidelines.
- Ensured proper vaccine storage and handling, maintaining the efficacy of doses administered to patients.
- Continuously monitored vaccine supply levels and expiration dates, minimizing waste and optimizing resource utilization at vaccination clinics.
LPN
CSI Staffing Services, HCA Corporate
03.2020 - 08.2020
- Established effective communication channels between hotline staff, enabling efficient problem-solving and knowledge sharing.
- Continually updated hotline scripts based on evolving CDC guidelines, providing accurate information to the public throughout the pandemic''s course.
- Instated strict guidelines mandating handling of private caller information by incorporating HIPAA and other local and national regulations.
- Onboarded new call center workers, providing training on call management systems and internal response strategies and policies.
- Enhanced customer service by efficiently managing COVID-19 hotline operations.
- Evaluated technology needs and implemented upgrades when necessary, optimizing system reliability for uninterrupted service provision.
- Employed remote call center management technologies to allow for decentralized staffing options and more flexible staffing scenarios.
- Maintained a high level of professionalism in managing sensitive and confidential information related to callers'' health status.
- Increased overall call resolution rates by implementing standardized protocols and resources for hotline operators.
- Managed employee scheduling to support call center availability according to provided wait-time goals while responding to fluctuating caller demand.
- Supported callers with empathy and understanding, creating a safe environment for them to voice concerns or seek assistance.
LPN
Fletcher Tendercare
10.2017 - 03.2020
- Collected and recorded patient medical histories, enabling accurate diagnoses and effective treatment plans.
- Enhanced patient comfort by providing compassionate care and attentively addressing concerns.
- Maintained a clean work area following OSHA guidelines to ensure compliance with safety regulations and reduce risk of infection during procedures.
- Participated in ongoing professional development opportunities to enhance knowledge base and skillset as an LPN.
- Prevented infection spread by ensuring strict adherence to hygiene standards during all aspects of nursing practice.
- Monitored vital signs and reported abnormalities to supervising nurse or physician, promoting early intervention for potential health issues.
- Participated in continuing education programs to remain up-to-date on best practices for pediatric nursing care.
- Administered vaccinations and medications to patients, adhering to proper dosage guidelines and protocols.
LPN
Community Hospital North
04.2020 - 08.2020
- Acted as a patient advocate, ensuring that their needs were met and concerns addressed throughout the provision of care.
- Provided essential support to patients with chronic conditions by closely monitoring their progress and adjusting treatment plans accordingly.
- Managed pain effectively by closely monitoring symptoms and adjusting medications accordingly.
- Improved patient comfort by providing compassionate end-of-life care and symptom management.
- Coordinated with physicians to adjust medications as needed for optimal palliative care outcomes.
- Offered listening ear to both patients and loved ones to meet emotional and mental, as well as physical needs.
- Promoted a peaceful and supportive environment for patients and their families during the end-of-life transition.
- Advocated for patients'' wishes regarding medical treatment options, respecting cultural beliefs and values throughout the decision-making process.
- Recognized and understood specific stages of dying process, providing comfort-based care during vulnerable times.
- Established and maintained successful relationships with patients, families and physicians by utilizing exemplary communication and active listening skills.
- Enhanced family understanding of the hospice process through clear communication and education.
- Implemented creative non-pharmacological interventions for symptom management, enhancing patient comfort and overall quality of life.
- Facilitated smooth transitions from acute hospital settings to home-based hospice care environments, promoting continuity of care.
- Maintained up-to-date knowledge of current research findings in palliative care nursing practice through ongoing professional development opportunities.
- Increased patient satisfaction by addressing emotional, spiritual, and physical needs holistically.
- Provided high level of quality, compassionate care to patients and caregivers during each nursing shift.
- Taught family members and caregivers various ways to manage patients' pain, how to check for vital signs and proper methods for dressing changes.
Education
Associate Degree In Nursing - Nursing Science
Fortis College
Orange Park, FL07.2024
Graduate Certificate - Practical Nursing
Jersey College School of Nursing
Jacksonville, FL03.2015
Skills
- Medication and IV administration
- Medication administration
- Direct patient care
- Patient assessments
- Documentation and charting
- Patient assessment
- Strong clinical judgment
- Patient and family advocacy
- Infection control measures
- Patient care
- Wound care
- Compassion and empathy
- Patient monitoring
- IV setup
- Patient management
- Professional bedside manner
- Patient evaluation
- Taking vitals
- Medication distribution
- Tracheostomy care
- Patient discharge
- Proper catheter insertion/removal
- Intake and discharge
- Maintaining privacy
- Vaccine administration
- Diabetes management
- Insulin medication assistance
- Chronic disease management
Timeline
Registered Nurse
North Florida State Hospital
01.2025 - Current
LPN
North Florida State Hospital
06.2024 - 01.2025
LPN
Brooks Rehabilitation Hospital
06.2022 - 10.2022
LPN
Shiftkey
06.2021 - Current
LPN
Favorite Staffing/Department of Health
03.2021 - 07.2021
LPN
Fletcher’s Home Healthcare
08.2020 - Current
LPN
Community Hospital North
04.2020 - 08.2020
LPN
CSI Staffing Services, HCA Corporate
03.2020 - 08.2020
LPN
Fletcher Tendercare
10.2017 - 03.2020
LPN
Northbank
03.2016 - Current
Associate Degree In Nursing - Nursing Science
Fortis College
Graduate Certificate - Practical Nursing
Jersey College School of Nursing