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Branden Alkhatib

Taylorville,IL

Summary

Dedicated nursing professional with extensive clinical expertise and proven leadership capabilities, adept at updating charts and monitoring medications. Skilled in collaborating with multidisciplinary teams to enhance patient care and outcomes. Known for a quality-driven approach and strong interpersonal skills that foster effective communication. Career aspirations focus on advancing patient care practices through evidence-based methodologies.

Overview

8
8
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification

Work History

LPN

Shiftkey
Springfield, IL
11.2022 - Current
  • Communicated concerns regarding patients' status, care and environment to nursing supervisors, clinical care supervisors and case managers.
  • Answered patient and family questions to educate on optimal treatment procedures.
  • Monitored patient's respiration activity, blood pressure and blood glucose levels in response to medical administration.
  • Directed implementation of improved patient care and documentation methods and procedures to achieve quality objectives.
  • Managed intravenous medication to stabilize patient heart and blood pressure.
  • Used sterile techniques to prepare patients for procedures.
  • Promoted culture of safety for patients and employees through proper identification, reporting documentation and prevention.
  • Coordinated with doctors and registered nurses to develop care plans for patients.
  • Followed rehabilitation and treatment care plans to accelerate patient recovery, minimize pain and optimize patient outcomes.

LPN

Eshyft
Springfield, IL
07.2022 - Current
  • Ordered and interpreted diagnostic tests to identify and assess patient condition.
  • Educated patients and family members about preventive health care and recovery.
  • Administered medications intravenously, by injection or orally.
  • Documented and communicated actions and irregularities to maintain continuity among nursing teams.
  • Interviewed patients to obtain medical information and measure vital signs.
  • Updated patient charts to reflect changes to care plans, interventions and observations.
  • Furnished emotional, psychological and spiritual support to patients and families to establish compassionate environment.

LPN

ESP
Springfield, IL
05.2022 - Current
  • Followed rehabilitation and treatment care plans to accelerate patient recovery, minimize pain and optimize patient outcomes.
  • Answered patient and family questions to educate on optimal treatment procedures.
  • Collected and documented vital signs to track current patient conditions.
  • Administered medications, tracked dosages and documented patient conditions.
  • Educated patients, caregivers and families on diagnoses, treatment options and disease prevention.
  • Observed and carried out physician and nursing orders.
  • Assisted physicians with examinations and patient scans during diagnostic processes.
  • Recorded patient condition, vital signs, recovery progress and medication side effects.
  • Adhered to infection control procedures to facilitate safe, clean patient environment.
  • Updated charts throughout shifts with current, accurate information to maintain strict recordkeeping standards.
  • Acted as patient advocate and implemented total patient care through team nursing process.

LPN

The Loft Healthcare
Decatur, IL
04.2022 - 11.2023
  • 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.
  • Communicated concerns regarding patients' status, care and environment to nursing supervisors, clinical care supervisors and case managers.
  • Cared for patients' acute and chronic wounds by changing dressings and applying medicated compounds.
  • Worked with registered nurses to deliver comprehensive, high-quality care to [Type] patients.
  • Monitored infection control procedures to verify facility-wide health and safety.
  • Collected biological samples for routine laboratory testing to assist diagnostic processes.
  • Evaluated patient care procedural changes for effectiveness and made necessary adjustments.

CNA

Favorite Staffing
Springfield, IL
09.2020 - 04.2021
  • Facilitated activities of daily living, personal hygiene management, feeding and ambulation.
  • Conducted routine checks on patient vitals, blood pressure, blood sugar and heart rate.
  • Exhibited compassionate care and communication regarding issues surrounding death and dying.
  • Responded to patient alarms and needs-assessment requests to identify course of treatment.
  • Rendered hands-on nursing care under direct RN supervision, adhering to medical center policies and procedures.
  • Collected specimens, monitored vitals and maximized patient comfort to maintain optimal environment.
  • Fostered relationships with patients, caregivers and healthcare teams to achieve individual care plan targets.
  • Used mobility devices to transport patients.
  • Safeguarded patient privacy with strict adherence to HIPAA protocols.

PCT

Memorial Hospital Central
Springfield, IL
11.2019 - 06.2020
  • Documented patient intake and dietary requirements and aided with feeding and monitoring.
  • Obtained patient vital signs and reported results to staff nurse or physician to identify changes from prior measurements.
  • Responded to patient alarms and needs-assessment requests to identify course of treatment.
  • Restocked unit frequently with necessary medical supplies.
  • Promoted patient satisfaction by assisting with bathing, dressing, toileting and exercising.
  • Assisted with patient admissions, discharges and transfers.
  • Kept instruments and equipment clean and sanitized.
  • Collected biological specimens and packaged for laboratory transport to complete diagnostic tests.
  • Responded to bell or light signal calls to assist patients with needs.
  • Assisted patients with essential ambulatory care for transport to and from facility.

CNA

Heritage Operation Group
Springfield, IL
01.2019 - 12.2019
  • Documented patient intake and dietary requirements and assisted with feeding.
  • Exhibited compassionate care and communication regarding issues surrounding death and dying.
  • Volunteered to work additional shifts and overtime during busy periods to maintain proper staffing and floor coverage.
  • Responded to patient alarms and needs-assessment requests to identify course of treatment.
  • Assisted patients with shaving, bathing and oral hygiene to promote healthy habits and overall wellness.
  • Facilitated activities of daily living, including personal hygiene management, feeding and ambulation.
  • Conducted routine checks on patient vitals, blood pressure, blood sugar and heart rate.
  • Managed and maintained patient rooms, shared-living areas and nursing stations.
  • Used mobility devices to transport patients.

PCT

St. John Hospital And Medical Center Guild
Springfield, IL
01.2018 - 12.2018
  • Assisted in changing from Meditech to Epic for medical recordkeeping, keeping detailed records before, during and after switch..
  • Assisted patients with shaving, bathing and oral hygiene to promote healthy habits and overall wellness.
  • Documented patient intake and dietary requirements and aided with feeding and monitoring.
  • Obtained patient vital signs and reported results to staff nurse or physician to identify changes from prior measurements.
  • Restocked unit frequently with necessary medical supplies.
  • Transported patients to other areas of hospital in wheelchairs and gurneys for tests, treatments and therapies.
  • Collected biological specimens and packaged for laboratory transport to complete diagnostic tests.
  • Delivered personal nursing assistance in pre- and post-operative situations.
  • Responded to bell or light signal calls to assist patients with needs.
  • Assisted and supported physicians performing procedures.

Companion Caregiver

Private Home Care
Divernon, IL
12.2016 - 01.2018
  • Helped clients handle all personal needs, from simple cleaning and daily exercise to bathing and personal grooming.
  • Provided basic care for elderly patient, including scheduling appointments and managing finances and legal matters.
  • Completed general housekeeping work to help clients, including preparing healthy meals and keeping personal areas neat.
  • Assisted disabled individuals to foster independence while still closely monitoring safety at all times.
  • Transported clients to locations such as medical appointments and group meetings to maintain social connections and meet medical needs.
  • Fostered relationship with client, providing companionship and counseling.

Education

Bachelor of Science - Nursing

St. John's College of Nursing
Springfield, IL
12-2024

LPN - Nursing

Capital Area School of Practical Nursing
Springfield, IL
12.2021

GED -

Richland Community College
Decatur, IL
10.2020

Trade - CNA

Fishes And Loaves
Springfield, IL
12.2017

Skills

  • Client documentation
  • Client safety and first aid
  • Compassionate client care
  • Patient care planning
  • Performing patient intakes
  • Calm and level-headed under duress
  • Electronic charting
  • Collecting specimens
  • Monitoring fluids
  • Quick problem solver
  • Infection control procedures
  • Medical terminology knowledge
  • Covid Testing
  • Collecting vital signs
  • Understands medical procedures
  • Charting expertise
  • Multi-tasking and prioritization
  • Flexible
  • Collaboration
  • Caring for wounds
  • Counting narcotics
  • Tracking symptoms
  • Communication
  • Medication administration
  • Patient documention
  • Catheter care
  • Vital signs monitoring
  • Tracheostomy care

Certification

  • CMS Targeted COVID-19 Training for Nursing home Management Certification Issue date 09/20/2021
  • Basic Life Support (CPR and AED) Issue date 12/22/2021

Timeline

LPN

Shiftkey
11.2022 - Current

LPN

Eshyft
07.2022 - Current

LPN

ESP
05.2022 - Current

LPN

The Loft Healthcare
04.2022 - 11.2023

CNA

Favorite Staffing
09.2020 - 04.2021

PCT

Memorial Hospital Central
11.2019 - 06.2020

CNA

Heritage Operation Group
01.2019 - 12.2019

PCT

St. John Hospital And Medical Center Guild
01.2018 - 12.2018

Companion Caregiver

Private Home Care
12.2016 - 01.2018

LPN - Nursing

Capital Area School of Practical Nursing

GED -

Richland Community College

Trade - CNA

Fishes And Loaves

Bachelor of Science - Nursing

St. John's College of Nursing

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