Blayke Ganaway
Elk City
Summary
I am highly-motivated employee with desire to take on new challenges. Strong worth ethic, adaptability and exceptional interpersonal skills. Adept at working effectively unsupervised and quickly mastering new skills. I have been in healthcare since High School. Nursing is not just a career, it is my calling. Known for being very organized, empathetic, and attentive. I love providing care an advocate for my patients. There is no other career more awarding. Strong observational skills combined with excellent patient evaluation abilities have been my foundation, not only as a CNA, but now a Nurse. Proven history of cultivating strong patient rapport to provide quality care and patient education. Very detailed orientated and compassionate. Compassionate adept at bathing, grooming and feeding elderly and disabled patients and that I am above no basic skill.
Overview
11
11
years of professional experience
Work History
LPN Charge Nurse
Weatherford Regional
Weatherford
06.2025 - Current
- Evaluated newborns for physical signs of health immediately after birth.
- Provided patient education on topics such as prenatal care, labor and delivery, breastfeeding, nutrition, postpartum care, and contraception.
- Administered medications as prescribed by a physician.
- Educated patients on how to recognize danger signs during pregnancy or postpartum period.
- Instructed new mothers on proper infant care techniques such as feeding, bathing and changing diapers.
Agency Nurse
Elite Staffing LLC
Oklahoma City
10.2023 - Current
- Assessed and monitored patient conditions, including vital signs, symptoms, and reactions to treatments.
- Administered prescribed medications and treatments in accordance with approved nursing techniques.
- Performed routine diagnostic tests such as electrocardiogram according to established protocols.
- Maintained accurate clinical records utilizing Electronic Medical Record systems.
LPN
AMG Specialty Hospital
Oklahoma City
06.2024 - 06.2025
- Administered medications and treatments according to established protocols.
- Monitored vital signs, fluid intake and output levels, glucose levels, and other medical tests results.
- Provided patient care in accordance with physicians' orders and nursing standards of practice.
- Communicated effectively with patients, family members, healthcare team members, and other stakeholders regarding patient care plans or concerns.
LPN Charge Nurse
Epworth Villa
Oklahoma City
04.2023 - 09.2023
- Advocated for patients by respecting and supporting values, basic rights and beliefs.
- Implemented new floor assignments based on evaluation of staffing requirements.
- Collected blood, urine or sputum samples from patients to perform routine lab tests.
- Established direct lines of communication between nursing staff and other interested departments, supporting patient care with collaboration between personnel with complementary specialties.
- Counseled and educated patients specific to diagnosis and health history.
- Modified patient treatment plans as indicated by patients' responses and conditions.
- Administered medications and therapies in accordance with physicians orders.
- Charted changes in patient conditions and discussed concerns with supervising healthcare provider.
- Communicated effectively with patients and loved ones to explain diagnoses, treatment options and procedures.
- Delivered high-quality direct and indirect nursing care to up t0 10-12 patients per day.
- Completed Admissions/ Discharges 4-8x a week.
LPN-Trauma Floor
OU Medicine
Oklahoma City
12.2022 - 02.2023
- Communicated concerns regarding patients' status, care and environment to nursing supervisors, clinical care supervisors and case managers.
- Monitored patient's respiration activity, blood pressure and blood glucose levels in response to medical administration.
- Coordinated with doctors and registered nurses to develop care plans for patients.
- Answered patient and family questions to educate on optimal treatment procedures.
- Interviewed patients to obtain medical history.
- Administered prescribed medications or started intravenous fluids, noting times and amounts on patient charts.
- Used sterile techniques to prepare patients for procedures.
- Collected biological specimens and packaged for laboratory transport to complete diagnostic tests.
- Administered medications and therapies in accordance with physicians orders.
- Charted changes in patient conditions and discussed concerns with supervising healthcare provider.
- Guaranteed exceptional care quality by correctly administering medication, inserting and caring for catheters, dressing and changing wounds and assisting with personal hygiene.
Certified Nursing Assistant
Baptist Integris Portland
Oklahoma CIty
11.2019 - 06.2021
- Delivered individualized patient care by recording vital signs, documenting observations, administering treatments and evaluating patient needs.
- Checked patient vitals such as temperature, blood pressure and blood sugar levels.
- Cared for clients with diagnoses such as respiratory failure, diabetes, Parkinson's disease and muscular dystrophy, and heart conditions.
- Managed and maintained patient rooms, shared-living areas and nursing stations.
- Observed and reported unusual symptoms and changes to charge nurse.
- Offered immediate assistance in emergency and routine paging situations to evaluate needs and deliver care.
- Promoted good oral and personal hygiene by aiding patients with shaving, bathing and teeth brushing.
- Transported patients between rooms and appointments or testing locations.
- Answered signal lights, bells or intercom systems to determine resident needs.
- Documented activities and recorded information in EMR system.
- Collected specimens, monitored vitals and maximized patient comfort to maintain optimal environment.
CNA/CMA
Corn Heritage Village & Rehab
Corn
08.2016 - 11.2017
- Facilitated activities of daily living, personal hygiene management, feeding and ambulation.
- Conducted routine checks on patient vitals, blood pressure, blood sugar and heart rate.
- Observed and reported unusual symptoms and changes to charge nurse.
- Used mobility devices to transport patients.
- Exhibited compassionate care and communication regarding issues surrounding death and dying.
- Fostered relationships with patients, caregivers and healthcare teams to achieve individual care plan targets.
- Turned and repositioned residents using proper body mechanics to prevent pressure ulcers.
Physical Therapy Technician
Therawest Physical Therapy
Clinton
01.2015 - 03.2016
- Assisted physical therapist with treatment, administration and planning.
- Set up equipment and gear for physical therapy appointments according to treatment plans.
- Promoted continuous patient advocacy for health and safety.
- Followed up with patients about needs and appointments.
- Performed basic repairs on office and medical equipment.
- Cleaned therapy equipment following each appointment to achieve sanitary regulations.
- Utilized computer system to update records with insurance cards, credit card numbers and personal information.
- Administered therapy treatments to patients using hands or therapeutic devices.
Education
Certified Medication Aide -
WTC - Weatherford
Weatherford, OKHigh School Diploma -
Hobart High School
Hobart, OKCertified Nurses Aide -
Western Technology Center - Burns Flat
Burns Flat, OKLicensed Practical Nurse - LPN
Canadian Valley Technology Center - Chickasha
Chickasha, OKSkills
- ACLS Certified
- BLS Certified
- Patient-focused care
- Measuring bodily fluids
- Tube feedings and medications familiarity
- Recording vital signs
- Supporting personal needs
- Dementia and Alzheimer's knowledge
- Compassionate
- Direct Patient Care
- Efficient and reliable team player
- Adaptable
- Compassionate caregiver
- Conflict Resolution
- Nursing Intervention Evaluations
- Medication Administration
- Intravenous Medications
- Wound Dressing
- Epic Systems
Timeline
LPN Charge Nurse
Weatherford Regional
06.2025 - Current
LPN
AMG Specialty Hospital
06.2024 - 06.2025
Agency Nurse
Elite Staffing LLC
10.2023 - Current
LPN Charge Nurse
Epworth Villa
04.2023 - 09.2023
LPN-Trauma Floor
OU Medicine
12.2022 - 02.2023
Certified Nursing Assistant
Baptist Integris Portland
11.2019 - 06.2021
CNA/CMA
Corn Heritage Village & Rehab
08.2016 - 11.2017
Physical Therapy Technician
Therawest Physical Therapy
01.2015 - 03.2016
Certified Medication Aide -
WTC - Weatherford
High School Diploma -
Hobart High School
Certified Nurses Aide -
Western Technology Center - Burns Flat
Licensed Practical Nurse - LPN
Canadian Valley Technology Center - Chickasha