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Arriel Young

Lakeland

Summary

Dedicated healthcare professional with a knack for remaining calm under pressure and handling difficult patients and high-stress situations. Skilled in providing comprehensive patient care and simplifying safety protocols in rapidly evolving hospital environments. Proficient in continuous process improvements, highly responsible in managing patient needs, and known for being well-organized and forward-thinking. Adaptable team player with a goal-oriented mindset, committed to delivering exceptional care within a collaborative healthcare team.

Overview

7
7
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification

Work History

Registered Nurse, Pediatric Emergency Department

Lakeland Regional Health
11.2022 - 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.
  • Assisted in the training and mentorship of new nursing staff members, contributing to a positive work environment and high-quality patient care.
  • Prevented the spread of infections by consistently adhering to strict infection control protocols and educating patients on proper hygiene practices.
  • Served as a preceptor for nursing students during their clinical rotations, providing valuable real-world experience and guidance to foster professional growth.
  • Improved patient outcomes by implementing evidence-based nursing interventions and individualized care plans.
  • Participated in ongoing professional development opportunities to stay current on best practices in nursing care and emerging trends in healthcare delivery.
  • Skillfully managed challenging patient situations using de-escalation techniques, crisis intervention strategies, and therapeutic communication skills.
  • Advised patients and caregivers of proper wound management, discharge plan objectives, safe medication use, and disease management.
  • Facilitated patient transitions between different levels of care, ensuring continuity of services and minimizing disruptions in treatment plans.
  • Educated family members and caregivers on patient care instructions.
  • Documented treatments delivered, medications and IVs administered, discharge instructions, and follow-up care.
  • Monitored patient reactions after administering medications and IV therapies.
  • Followed all personal and health data procedures to effectively comply with HIPAA laws and prevent information breaches.
  • Performed triage on incoming patients and determined severity of injuries and illnesses.

Registered Nurse, Medical-Surgical Unit

Lakeland Regional Health Medical Center
02.2021 - 11.2022
  • Educated patients and assisted them in recovering quickly and effectively.
  • Provided care instructions to patients' family members and caregivers.
  • Planned and managed patient care in accordance with hospital standards of care.
  • Treated patients for a variety of disorders, diseases, and injuries using pharmacological and non-pharmacological treatment modalities.
  • Kept track of the patient's condition, interpreting and tracking EKG readings, identifying abnormal telemetry readings, and informing team members about changes in stability or acuity.
  • Approached all tasks with a patient-centered mindset, looking for ways to improve processes and treatments.
  • Made sure that medication administration standards and patient care best practices were followed.
  • Prioritized nursing tasks and assignments while accurately reporting on each patient's condition, resulting in better outcomes.
  • Looked at performance metrics and other key performance indicators (KPIs) to see where I could improve and grow.
  • Was in charge of administering medications and therapies as directed by doctors.
  • Provided bedside care and treatment to patients in the Pediatric Emergency unit.
  • Performed complete medical examinations and assessed the health of children.
  • Basic physical examinations of newborns and infants were performed by me.
  • Followed strict safety procedures, such as double-checking medication dosages before giving them to patients.
  • Immunize patients against diseases like influenza and pneumonia to protect vulnerable populations from serious illnesses.
  • Made sure that the unit had enough supplies to meet the expected patient demand.
  • Made patients and their families feel at ease during difficult and stressful situations, which aided recovery and reduced compliance issues.
  • Ensured high-quality patient care from admission to discharge.
  • Conducted assessments and created academic goals based on specific learning disabilities and barriers.
  • Worked closely with physicians to ensure that patients received the best nursing care possible.
  • Monitored diet, physical activity, behaviors, and other patient factors to assess conditions and adjust treatment plans.
  • Documented my concerns so that physicians could review them ahead of time.
  • Gave patients oral, intramuscular, and IV medications and tracked their responses.
  • Performed patient assessments and diagnostic tests in order to provide physicians with critical patient health information that they could use to develop targeted treatment plans and manage ongoing care.
  • Educated and mentored new registered nurses on best practices, hospital policies, and care standards.

LPN

Valencia Hills Health & Rehab Center
12.2018 - 02.2021
  • Went over the patient's medical history to make sure he or she was in good health and taking the right medications.
  • Administered oral medications, intramuscular injections, and intravenous fluids to help patients with their symptoms.
  • Collaborated with a multidisciplinary team to implement effective treatment plans for a variety of acute and chronic illnesses.
  • Provided ongoing maintenance and development of bug fixes and patch sets for existing web applications.
  • Kept track of patient vitals, behaviors, and conditions, as well as communicating any concerns to my supervisor.
  • Provided appropriate clinical and personal assistance in response to patient requests.
  • Gathered patient data, cleaned wounds, and changed catheters as part of my comprehensive support.
  • Assisted residents in long-term care facilities with bathing, dressing, feeding, and other activities of daily living.
  • Kept track of patient information from interviews about symptoms, medications, and previous treatment.
  • Took samples such as blood and urine to complete diagnostic and routine assessment tests.
  • Walked around the assigned floor, measuring and recording the fluid and food levels of the patients and putting in place measures to promote healthy intake and output as needed.

LPN, School Nurse

Kelly Services
12.2018 - 05.2019
  • Went over the patient's medical history to make sure he or she was in good health and taking the right medications.
  • Provided appropriate clinical and personal assistance in response to patient requests.
  • Administered tube feedings and medication to patients during scheduled times during school hours
  • Measured and recorded the fluid and food levels of the patients and putting in place measures to promote healthy intake and output as needed.
  • Assisted patients with daily tasks such as school assignments, recess, and eating.

Education

Nursing - Bachelor of Science -

Western Governors University
Millcreek, UT
12-2021

Nursing - Associate of Science -

Galen College of Nursing - Tampa Bay
St. Petersburg, FL
12-2020

Nursing - LPN -

Traviss Technical College
Lakeland, FL
12-2011

High School -

Lake Gibson High School
Lakeland, FL
05-2000

Skills

  • Effective relationship management
  • Management of daily personal care tasks
  • Emergency response protocols
  • Patient discharge process management
  • Effective time coordination
  • Preparation of protocols
  • Call management
  • Laboratory result analysis
  • Early life support skills
  • Detail-oriented data input
  • Family-centered advocacy initiatives
  • Proficient in feeding pump operation
  • Maintaining patient confidentiality
  • Infection control protocols
  • Family support initiatives
  • Proficient in catheter management
  • Nutritional assistance
  • Immunization administration
  • Assistance with insulin therapy
  • Data gathering
  • Health screening
  • Diabetes and nutrition education
  • Chest pain management
  • Physical assessments
  • IV setup
  • Charting and clinical documentation
  • Removing sutures
  • Infant vitals monitoring
  • Medication distribution
  • Supply restocking
  • Foley catheters
  • Direct patient care
  • Tracheostomy care
  • Disease prevention and intervention specialist
  • Oxygen saturation standards
  • Vaccine administration
  • Patient check-ins

Certification

  • BLS CPR
  • PALS

Timeline

Registered Nurse, Pediatric Emergency Department

Lakeland Regional Health
11.2022 - Current

Registered Nurse, Medical-Surgical Unit

Lakeland Regional Health Medical Center
02.2021 - 11.2022

LPN

Valencia Hills Health & Rehab Center
12.2018 - 02.2021

LPN, School Nurse

Kelly Services
12.2018 - 05.2019

Nursing - Bachelor of Science -

Western Governors University

Nursing - Associate of Science -

Galen College of Nursing - Tampa Bay

Nursing - LPN -

Traviss Technical College

High School -

Lake Gibson High School

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