Blanche Greene
Morganton,NC
Summary
Dedicated and compassionate Licensed Practical Nurse ( license # 71030) with experience in sample collection, blood draw, accurate med pass and infection control. Maintains composure and makes accurate decisions in fast-paced, unpredictable and stressful environments. History of interfacing seamlessly with doctors, specialized support services, patients and visiting families. Patient-oriented professional with 17+ years of hands-on experience in delivering quality direct and indirect patient care to individuals in med-surge, geriatric and high control male psychiatric patients setting. Skillfully completes tasks and fosters relationships with patients, caregivers and coworkers to drive patient care goals and advance nursing philosophies.. Good communicator with organized nature and strong prioritization and multitasking skills. Sound judgment, caring nature and superior work ethic.
Overview
26
26
years of professional experience
Work History
Vendor/Lead Barista
Mimosa Market
Drexel, NC
04.2022 - Current
- Maintained accurate records of all vendors.
- Managed day-to-day communications with multiple vendors and customers simultaneously.
- Performed periodic audits of supplies.
- Lead barista and trainer to new hires.
- Custom furniture paint, custom tees and chocolatier.
- Verified accuracy of boxed merchandise against documentation to reduce errors.
- Replaced and adjusted signs to reflect different products and promotional prices.
- Created reports summarizing daily and monthly sales reports.
Online Sales
Self Employed Services
Morganton, NC
07.2014 - 01.2022
- Developed online sales.
- Established credibility and created confidence quickly and easily with online sales.
- Traveled around to different locations to sell products at festivals
- Engaged and communicated one-on-one with customers and online customers via social media messaging to promote positive product impressions to increase sales.
Sitter
Joann Stewart
Morganton, NC
01.2021 - 05.2021
- Communicated regularly with patient and her husband regarding her progress after surgery for a broken foot.
- Ensured safety of female patient under my care at all times.
- Developed strong relationships with family I worked for to ensure quality service was provided every time.
- Maintained a clean environment throughout the day by tidying up after each meal was completed.
- Provided safe and reliable care for the elderly couple.
- Assisted patient with ADLs
- Provided and cooked meals for elderly couple.
- Responded quickly to emergency situations in a calm manner while following established protocols.
LPN
Broughton Hospital
Morganton, NC
08.2008 - 03.2014
- Performed wound care including changing dressings, cleaning wounds, applying ointments and medications and providing other necessary treatments.
- Observed patients for any changes in their condition or behaviour, reported findings to the supervisor or physician in charge.
- Administered medications orally and intramuscularly depending on the prescription given by the doctor.
- Assisted physicians with patient care by taking vital signs, administering injections and performing other nursing duties.
- Ensured that all medications were administered accurately and on time as prescribed by the physician.
- Performed routine laboratory tests including urinalysis, blood glucose monitoring and others.
- Monitored patient progress during treatments or procedures, reporting any abnormalities to the healthcare team immediately.
- Maintained accurate medical records of each patient's health condition.
- Coordinated with interdisciplinary team members such as doctors, nurses and social workers to ensure quality patient care was provided.
- Provided direct physical and emotional support to patients and their families.
- Instructed patients and their families about disease prevention, proper nutrition, medication management and other health related topics.
- Participated in educational programs to keep up-to-date on new developments in nursing practice.
- Conducted daily rounds visiting assigned patients ensuring they are comfortable and have all necessary supplies available.
- Collaborated with multidisciplinary teams to develop long term goals for patients who require ongoing treatment.
- Collected and documented vital signs to track current patient conditions.
- Monitored patient's respiration activity, blood pressure and blood glucose levels in response to medical administration.
CNA
Broughton Hospital
Morganton, NC
09.1998 - 08.2008
- Provided assistance with activities of daily living, including bathing, dressing and grooming.
- Performed vital sign assessments, such as taking blood pressure and temperature.
- Documented patient care services by charting in designated areas.
- Demonstrated excellent customer service skills when interacting with patients, families and guests.
- Assisted patients in ambulation and transfers using proper body mechanics.
- Reported changes in patient conditions to registered nurse or physician.
- Observed patients for any physical or emotional changes, reported findings to medical staff immediately.
- Monitored food intake and output as directed by nursing staff.
- Provided emotional support to family members during difficult times.
- Transported residents within the facility as needed.
- Participated in educational programs designed to improve knowledge of health care practices.
- Lead CNA.
- Part of the crisis response team and the code blue team.
Education
License Practical Nurse - Nursing
McDowell Technical Community College
Marion, NC06-2008
High School Diploma -
Freedom High School
Morganton, NC05-1992
Some College (No Degree) -
Western Piedmont Community College
Morganton, NCSkills
- Accurate and timely medication pass
- Dignity, care and respect for patients and staff
- Safety practices
- Team player
- Can multitask
Timeline
Vendor/Lead Barista
Mimosa Market
04.2022 - Current
Sitter
Joann Stewart
01.2021 - 05.2021
Online Sales
Self Employed Services
07.2014 - 01.2022
LPN
Broughton Hospital
08.2008 - 03.2014
CNA
Broughton Hospital
09.1998 - 08.2008
License Practical Nurse - Nursing
McDowell Technical Community College
High School Diploma -
Freedom High School
Some College (No Degree) -
Western Piedmont Community College
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