Highly-motivated practical nurse with desire to take on new challenges. Strong work ethic, adaptability, and exceptional interpersonal skills. Adept at working effectively unsupervised and quickly mastering new skills. Devoted to giving every veteran a positive and memorable experience. Skilled in working under pressure and adapting to new situations and challenges to best enhance the organizational brand.
Overview
8
8
years of professional experience
Work History
LPN Primary Care
Veterans Affairs Medical Center
Decatur, GA
10.2016 - Current
Flu Champion AVC 2022-2023 Flu season.
Assigned 60 days to ER for support staff duties for Covid-19 prevention.
Observed patients for any changes in their condition or behavior, and reported findings to the supervisor or physician in charge.
Assisted in implementing the first Covid Drive-through testing center, Atlanta Medical Center.
Coordinated with doctors and registered nurses to develop care plans for patients.
Triage LPN for multiple doctors assigned patient care for veterans' care, including taking vital signs, administering injections, and performing other nursing duties.
Answered patient and family questions to educate on optimal treatment procedures.
Measured and recorded patient height, weight and other vital signs.
Communicated with patients with compassion while keeping medical information private.
Educated clients, patients and caregivers on medical diagnoses, treatment options, chronic disease self-management and wound management.
Delivered high-quality direct and indirect nursing care to patients.
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