Benard Makabe
Maricopa,AZ
Summary
Skilled Licensed Practical Nurse with extensive experience at Multiple facilities, adept in patient care and emergency response. Excelled in medication administration and vital signs monitoring, enhancing patient recovery rates. Demonstrated exceptional team collaboration and effective communication, significantly improving care plan development. Achieved notable patient satisfaction, underscoring commitment to confidentiality and compassionate care.
Overview
8
8
years of professional experience
Work History
Licensed Practical Nurse
wellsprings of Gilbert
Gilbert, AZ
08.2024 - Current
- Provided pre- and post-operative nursing care.
- Assessed patient complaints accurately and provided appropriate interventions.
- Administered medications and treatments according to established protocols.
- Monitored patient's respiration activity, blood pressure and blood glucose levels in response to medical administration.
- Adhered to facility policies and procedures while providing quality nursing care.
- Assisted patients with personal hygiene activities such as bathing, dressing, eating, grooming, and toileting needs.
- Evaluated patient care procedural changes for effectiveness and made necessary adjustments.
- Assisted with admissions and discharges of patients from hospital units or long-term care facilities.
- Addressed patient care needs, collected vitals, dressed wounds and managed catheters.
- Prepared or examined food trays for conformance to prescribed diet.
- Communicated with patients with compassion while keeping medical information private.
- Collaborated with healthcare team to develop individualized care plans for patients.
- Answered patient calls, identified issues and determined how best to provide assistance within parameters established by facility and supervisor.
- Coordinated scheduling of follow-up appointments with primary care providers.
- Collected and documented vital signs to track current patient conditions.
- Looked for physical, emotional, and symptomatic changes in patient condition and obtained necessary care for medical concerns.
- Prevented drug interactions and contributed to correct diagnosis by recording patient health information, monitoring vitals and updating patient files.
- Assisted in the development and implementation of nursing policies and procedures.
- Managed patient records, ensuring confidentiality and compliance with healthcare regulations.
- Collaborated with physicians to develop individualized care plans for each patient.
- Observed changes in patient's condition and reported any significant changes to the registered nurse or physician.
- Counseled clients, patients and families and provided emotional and psychosocial support.
- Measured and recorded patient height, weight and other vital signs.
- Communicated effectively with patients, family members, healthcare team members, and other stakeholders regarding patient care plans or concerns.
- Collected biological samples for routine laboratory testing to assist diagnostic processes.
- Monitored infection control procedures to verify facility-wide health and safety.
- Answered patient and family questions to educate on optimal treatment procedures.
- Worked as part of healthcare team to assess patient needs, plan and modify care and implement interventions.
- Facilitated communication between patients, families, and healthcare professionals.
- Communicated effectively with patients and loved ones to explain diagnoses, treatment options and procedures.
- Collaborated with multi-disciplinary staff to improve overall patient care and response times.
- Provided emotional support to patients dealing with illness or injury related issues.
- Performed triage to maximum team productivity and effectiveness.
- Delivered high-quality direct and indirect nursing care to patients.
- Educated clients, patients and caregivers on medical diagnoses, treatment options, chronic disease self-management and wound management.
- Provided behavioral and emotional support and closely supervised patients suffering from dementia and Alzheimer's.
- Performed physical assessments, including vital signs and health history documentation.
- Worked with social workers, physical therapists and speech therapists to assess patient needs, plan and adjust plans of care and actualize nursing interventions to promote and restore patient health.
- Guaranteed exceptional care quality by correctly administering medication, inserting and caring for catheters, dressing and changing wounds and assisting with personal hygiene.
- Facilitated referrals for specialty services when necessary.
- Observed strict confidentiality and safeguarded all patient-related information.
- Communicated concerns regarding patients' status, care and environment to nursing supervisors, clinical care supervisors and case managers.
- Collaborated with healthcare team to develop and implement patient care plans.
- Administered prescribed medications and started intravenous fluids to address patient symptoms and underlying etiologies.
- Maintained strict patient data procedures to comply with HIPAA laws and prevent information breaches.
Licensed Practical Nurse
Nursa agency
Murray, UT
12.2021 - Current
- Provided pre- and post-operative nursing care.
- Assessed patient complaints accurately and provided appropriate interventions.
- Administered medications and treatments according to established protocols.
- Monitored patient's respiration activity, blood pressure and blood glucose levels in response to medical administration.
- Adhered to facility policies and procedures while providing quality nursing care.
- Evaluated patient care procedural changes for effectiveness and made necessary adjustments.
- Assisted patients with personal hygiene activities such as bathing, dressing, eating, grooming, and toileting needs.
- Managed emergency situations promptly according to established protocols.
- Addressed patient care needs, collected vitals, dressed wounds and managed catheters.
- Assisted with admissions and discharges of patients from hospital units or long-term care facilities.
- Prepared or examined food trays for conformance to prescribed diet.
- Communicated with patients with compassion while keeping medical information private.
- Collaborated with healthcare team to develop individualized care plans for patients.
- Answered patient calls, identified issues and determined how best to provide assistance within parameters established by facility and supervisor.
- Coordinated scheduling of follow-up appointments with primary care providers.
- Collected and documented vital signs to track current patient conditions.
- Looked for physical, emotional, and symptomatic changes in patient condition and obtained necessary care for medical concerns.
- Prevented drug interactions and contributed to correct diagnosis by recording patient health information, monitoring vitals and updating patient files.
- Assisted in the development and implementation of nursing policies and procedures.
- Managed patient records, ensuring confidentiality and compliance with healthcare regulations.
- Collaborated with physicians to develop individualized care plans for each patient.
- Observed changes in patient's condition and reported any significant changes to the registered nurse or physician.
- Counseled clients, patients and families and provided emotional and psychosocial support.
- Measured and recorded patient height, weight and other vital signs.
- Communicated effectively with patients, family members, healthcare team members, and other stakeholders regarding patient care plans or concerns.
- Collected biological samples for routine laboratory testing to assist diagnostic processes.
- Monitored infection control procedures to verify facility-wide health and safety.
- Answered patient and family questions to educate on optimal treatment procedures.
- Worked as part of healthcare team to assess patient needs, plan and modify care and implement interventions.
- Facilitated communication between patients, families, and healthcare professionals.
- Communicated effectively with patients and loved ones to explain diagnoses, treatment options and procedures.
- Collaborated with multi-disciplinary staff to improve overall patient care and response times.
- Provided emotional support to patients dealing with illness or injury related issues.
- Performed triage to maximum team productivity and effectiveness.
- Delivered high-quality direct and indirect nursing care to patients.
- Educated clients, patients and caregivers on medical diagnoses, treatment options, chronic disease self-management and wound management.
- Provided behavioral and emotional support and closely supervised patients suffering from dementia and Alzheimer's.
- Performed physical assessments, including vital signs and health history documentation.
- Worked with social workers, physical therapists and speech therapists to assess patient needs, plan and adjust plans of care and actualize nursing interventions to promote and restore patient health.
- Guaranteed exceptional care quality by correctly administering medication, inserting and caring for catheters, dressing and changing wounds and assisting with personal hygiene.
- Educated patients on disease prevention and management strategies for their individual conditions.
- Facilitated referrals for specialty services when necessary.
- Observed strict confidentiality and safeguarded all patient-related information.
- Communicated concerns regarding patients' status, care and environment to nursing supervisors, clinical care supervisors and case managers.
- Collaborated with healthcare team to develop and implement patient care plans.
Patient Care Assistant
Mayo Clinic
Phoenix, Arizona
07.2017 - Current
- Collected specimens from patients for laboratory testing purposes.
- Prepared rooms for incoming patients by stocking supplies and ensuring equipment is functioning properly.
- Monitored vital signs including pulse rate, temperature, respiration rate, and blood pressure.
- Engaged with patient family and friends to provide courteous visit experience.
- Transported patients to other areas of hospital in wheelchairs and gurneys for tests, treatments and therapies.
- Used hospital-approved devices and techniques to transport and lift patients.
- Monitored vital signs and reported changes to nursing staff.
- Kept medical supply room and patient rooms stocked with necessary supplies, equipment and instruments.
- Provided assistance to nurses and other healthcare professionals in the delivery of patient care.
- Safeguarded patient privacy with strict adherence to HIPAA protocols.
- Supported healthy patient skin with bedside baths, wound care and integrity checks.
- Helped maintain a clean environment in all areas assigned.
- Interviewed patients to obtain medical information, weight and height measurements and vital signs to aid physicians with patient care planning.
- Measured and recorded food and liquid intake and output, reporting changes to medical or nursing staff.
- Turned and repositioned bedridden patients to prevent bedsores.
- Ensured proper nutrition by providing meals, snacks and fluids to patients as instructed by medical staff.
- Responded to bell or light signal calls to assist patients with needs.
- Documented information in patient charts and communicated status updates to interdisciplinary care team.
- Documented patient intake and dietary requirements and aided with feeding and monitoring.
- Reported any changes in patient condition to the supervising nurse immediately.
- Administered prescribed medications under the direction of a registered nurse or physician.
- Looked for physical, emotional, and symptomatic changes in patient condition and obtained necessary care for medical concerns.
- Supported daily living activities by serving meals, feeding, ambulating and turning over and positioning patients.
- Contributed to unit improvements by providing cost-effective care in line with performance targets.
- Obtained patient vital signs and reported results to staff nurse or physician to identify changes from prior measurements.
- Assisted with lifting patients to move on or off beds, examination tables and surgical tables.
- Assisted with daily activities such as bathing, grooming, dressing, feeding, and transferring patients.
- Kept instruments and equipment clean and sanitized.
- Responded quickly to emergency situations following established protocols.
Licensed Practical Nurse
Glencroft Center For Modern Aging
Glendale, AZ
08.2023 - 05.2024
- Provided pre- and post-operative nursing care.
- Assessed patient complaints accurately and provided appropriate interventions.
- Administered medications and treatments according to established protocols.
- Monitored patient's respiration activity, blood pressure and blood glucose levels in response to medical administration.
- Adhered to facility policies and procedures while providing quality nursing care.
- Evaluated patient care procedural changes for effectiveness and made necessary adjustments.
- Assisted patients with personal hygiene activities such as bathing, dressing, eating, grooming, and toileting needs.
- Assisted with admissions and discharges of patients from hospital units or long-term care facilities.
- Managed emergency situations promptly according to established protocols.
- Addressed patient care needs, collected vitals, dressed wounds and managed catheters.
- Prepared or examined food trays for conformance to prescribed diet.
- Answered patient calls, identified issues and determined how best to provide assistance within parameters established by facility and supervisor.
- Collaborated with healthcare team to develop individualized care plans for patients.
- Communicated with patients with compassion while keeping medical information private.
- Coordinated scheduling of follow-up appointments with primary care providers.
- Collected and documented vital signs to track current patient conditions.
- Prevented drug interactions and contributed to correct diagnosis by recording patient health information, monitoring vitals and updating patient files.
- Looked for physical, emotional, and symptomatic changes in patient condition and obtained necessary care for medical concerns.
- Assisted in the development and implementation of nursing policies and procedures.
- Managed patient records, ensuring confidentiality and compliance with healthcare regulations.
- Collaborated with physicians to develop individualized care plans for each patient.
- Observed changes in patient's condition and reported any significant changes to the registered nurse or physician.
- Measured and recorded patient height, weight and other vital signs.
- Communicated effectively with patients, family members, healthcare team members, and other stakeholders regarding patient care plans or concerns.
Licensed Practical Nurse
Wellsprings Post Acute Center
Phoenix, AZ
10.2021 - 12.2022
- Provided pre- and post-operative nursing care.
- Assessed patient complaints accurately and provided appropriate interventions.
- Administered medications and treatments according to established protocols.
- Monitored patient's respiration activity, blood pressure and blood glucose levels in response to medical administration.
- Adhered to facility policies and procedures while providing quality nursing care.
- Evaluated patient care procedural changes for effectiveness and made necessary adjustments.
- Assisted patients with personal hygiene activities such as bathing, dressing, eating, grooming, and toileting needs.
- Assisted with admissions and discharges of patients from hospital units or long-term care facilities.
- Managed emergency situations promptly according to established protocols.
Patient Care Technician
Phoenix Children Hospital
Phoenix, AZ
08.2016 - 10.2022
- Assisted in preparing patients for examinations and treatments, including vital signs monitoring.
- Performed minor housekeeping tasks to keep patient areas clean and sanitized.
- Conducted safety rounds regularly to ensure safe environment for patients.
- Performed variety of delegated basic patient care services to support nursing functions and activities of daily living.
- Planned and served meals and snacks to patients according to prescribed diets.
- Collected biological specimens and packaged for laboratory transport to complete diagnostic tests.
- Administered prescribed medications under the supervision of a Registered Nurse.
- Provided emotional support to patients and their families during difficult times.
- Kept instruments and equipment clean and sanitized.
- Safeguarded patient privacy with strict adherence to HIPAA protocols.
- Delivered outstanding patient care based on physical, psychological, educational and related criteria.
- Identified and reported observations and clinical symptoms to appropriate healthcare professionals, driving timely intervention.
- Responded quickly in emergency situations by providing appropriate first aid measures.
- Supported daily living activities by serving meals, feeding, ambulating and turning over and positioning patients.
- Documented information in patient charts and communicated status updates to interdisciplinary care team.
- Communicated with patients to determine feelings, need for assistance or social and emotional support.
- Recorded patient conditions and vital signs before and after medical operations.
- Observed changes in patient's conditions and reported any abnormalities to the RN on duty.
- Provided physical support to assist patients with bathing, dressing and toileting.
- Managed multiple tasks simultaneously while maintaining attention to detail.
- Restocked unit frequently with necessary medical supplies.
- Collected specimens such as urine samples for testing purposes according to established protocols.
- Reported any observed changes in behavior or physical condition to the nursing staff immediately.
- Notified senior staff of patient emergencies to optimize outcomes.
- Responded to bell or light signal calls to assist patients with needs.
- Turned and repositioned bedridden patients to prevent bedsores.
- Instructed new employees on proper techniques of performing daily tasks.
Education
Associate of Science - Nursing
Maricopa Community Colleges, Phoenix College
Phoenix, AZ12-2024
Certificate LPN - Nursing Practice
Maricopa Community Colleges, Gateway Community College
Phoenix, AZ12-2020
Skills
- Patient care
- Medical documentation
- Medication administration
- Vital signs monitoring
- Emergency response
- Effective communication
- Care plan development
- Confidentiality compliance
- Team collaboration
- Medication dispensing
- Psychotropic medications
- Behavioral assessment
- Pain management
- Tracking symptoms
- Infection control
- Verbal and written communication
- Preoperative care
- Wound care
- Staff supervision
- Patient assessments
- Breathing treatments
- Physical assessment
Timeline
Licensed Practical Nurse
wellsprings of Gilbert
08.2024 - Current
Licensed Practical Nurse
Glencroft Center For Modern Aging
08.2023 - 05.2024
Licensed Practical Nurse
Nursa agency
12.2021 - Current
Licensed Practical Nurse
Wellsprings Post Acute Center
10.2021 - 12.2022
Patient Care Assistant
Mayo Clinic
07.2017 - Current
Patient Care Technician
Phoenix Children Hospital
08.2016 - 10.2022
Associate of Science - Nursing
Maricopa Community Colleges, Phoenix College
Certificate LPN - Nursing Practice
Maricopa Community Colleges, Gateway Community College