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Bethany Nichols

Powhatan,VA

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Hi! My name is Bethany Nichols. I am a passionate, dedicated, and empathetic LPN with five years of experience in the healthcare field. I am a 2024 LPN graduate, and I passed my LPN NCLEX in April of 2024. I will be a 2025 RN graduate in July! I have approximately three years of experience in the hospital setting, primarily on medical-surgical units. I have recent experience in long-term care and rehabilitation. I have experience with a fairly broad range of conditions, bringing forth the ability to thoroughly and accurately assess patients' status, and implement the proper interventions and patient care for the optimal improvement of patient conditions. I am highly observant, detail-oriented, and dedicated to ensuring that patients receive the highest quality of care possible.

Overview

3
3
years of professional experience

Work History

Licensed Practical Nurse

Laurels Of University Park
Tuckahoe, VA
01.2025 - Current
  • Answered patient calls, identified issues and determined how best to provide assistance within parameters established by facility and supervisor.
  • Performed physical assessments, including vital signs and health history documentation.
  • Administered medications and treatments according to established protocols.
  • Coordinated with doctors and registered nurses to develop care plans for patients.
  • Observed changes in patient's condition and reported any significant changes to the registered nurse or physician.
  • Facilitated communication between patients, family members, and healthcare professionals.
  • Managed emergency situations promptly according to established protocols.

Nurse Extern

HCA Johnston-Willis Hospital
Midlothian, Virginia
06.2024 - Current
  • Maintained accurate documentation of all patient interactions in electronic health records system.
  • Assessed patient vital signs, such as temperature and blood pressure.
  • Assisted nursing staff with direct patient care under supervision of RN.
  • Helped manage patient nutrition by setting up meal trays and assisting with feeding as necessary.
  • Demonstrated knowledge of infection control protocols while providing patient care services.
  • Provided assistance with activities of daily living, including bathing, dressing, toileting and ambulation.
  • Shadowed nursing staff to better understand care approaches and learn proper procedures.

Patient Care Technician

Bon Secours St. Francis Hospital
Midlothian, Virginia
12.2021 - 01.2023
  • Responded to bell or light signal calls to assist patients with needs.
  • Measured and recorded food and liquid intake and output, reporting changes to medical or nursing staff.
  • Delivered outstanding patient care based on physical, psychological, educational and related criteria.
  • Supported healthy patient skin with bedside baths, wound care and integrity checks.
  • Conducted safety rounds regularly to ensure safe environment for patients.
  • Obtained patient vital signs and reported results to staff nurse or physician to identify changes from prior measurements.
  • Assisted patients with activities of daily living, including bathing, dressing and grooming.

Education

Associates Degree in Nursing - Nursing

ECPI
Richmond, VA
07-2025

Diploma in Practical Nursing - Nursing

ECPI University
Richmond
03-2024

Skills

  • Patient assessment
  • Medication administration
  • Electronic health records
  • Care plan development
  • Team collaboration
  • Critical thinking
  • Writing reports
  • Direct patient care
  • Health education
  • HIPAA protocols
  • CPR/AED
  • Colostomy care
  • Central line/dressing care and maintenance
  • IV management

Timeline

Licensed Practical Nurse

Laurels Of University Park
01.2025 - Current

Nurse Extern

HCA Johnston-Willis Hospital
06.2024 - Current

Patient Care Technician

Bon Secours St. Francis Hospital
12.2021 - 01.2023

Associates Degree in Nursing - Nursing

ECPI

Diploma in Practical Nursing - Nursing

ECPI University

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