Canarius Pointer
Crestwyn Behavioral Hospital
Southaven,MS
1
Certification
5
years of professional experience
Licensed Practical Nurse (LPN) with experience in behavioral health, medical-surgical, and correctional healthcare settings. Skilled in medication administration, patient assessment, EMR documentation, and interdisciplinary collaboration. Demonstrated ability to provide safe, compassionate, and compliant patient care in fast-paced environments.
Work History
Licensed Practical Nurse
1 Year 1 Month- Administered medications via oral, IV, and intramuscular injections and monitored responses.
- Promoted a safe and comfortable healing environment by addressing patient concerns promptly and professionally.
- Remained calm during high-stress, critical situations, demonstrating sustained focus and problem-solving in real-time.
- Utilized strong clinical judgment in prioritizing patient needs during high-stress situations, ensuring optimal outcomes.
- Collaborated with interdisciplinary teams for optimized patient treatment plans and outcomes.
- Provided emotional support to patients'' family members during critical incidents, strengthening overall trust in the healthcare team.
- Quickly responded to situations impacting safety and security to unit, actualizing crisis prevention interventions to control and de-escalate.
- Administered medications, monitored responses, and reinforced detox schedules for safe patient stabilization.
- Assessed withdrawal symptoms using CIWA and COWS protocols, escalating changes to registered nurse promptly.
Licensed Practical Nurse
2 Years 5 Months- Provided behavioral health nursing care in an acute psychiatric facility
- Monitored patient behavior, vital signs, and medication compliance
- Assisted with crisis intervention and de-escalation techniques
- Maintained accurate documentation in accordance with facility and regulatory standards
- Assessed withdrawal symptoms using CIWA and COWS protocols, escalating changes to registered nurse promptly.
- Administered medications, monitored responses, and reinforced detox schedules for safe patient stabilization.
Licensed Practical Nurse
1 Year 6 Months- Delivered nursing care to patients in an inpatient behavioral health setting
- Administered medications and monitored patient responses to treatment
- Performed patient assessments and documented clinical findings accurately
- Supported patient safety protocols and therapeutic milieu
- Assessed withdrawal symptoms and initiated nursing interventions aligned with detox protocols.
- Monitored vital signs, mental status, and medication responses throughout detoxification.
Licensed Practical Nurse
1 Year 6 Months- Educated patients and families on treatment plans and preventative care
- Assessed changes in patient condition through monitoring vital signs and symptoms
- Provided pre- and post-operative nursing care and wound management
- PRN
Licensed Practical Nurse
2 Years 1 Month- Monitored patient health status and responded to medical emergencies
- Administered medications and recorded vital signs
- Coordinated care with facility staff while maintaining patient confidentiality
- Documented patient care in compliance with state and federal regulations
- Per Diem
Licensed Practical Nurse
2 Months- Delivered direct patient care and administered medications and treatments
- Documented patient assessments and coordinated care with providers
Licensed Practical Nurse
1 Month- Provided correctional nursing care including assessments and medication administration
- Responded to emergencies and documented patient conditions
Licensed Practical Nurse
2 Months- Monitored inmate health, administered medications, and recorded vital signs
- Ensured compliance with correctional healthcare standards
Licensed Practical Nurse
3 Months- Recorded medical histories, vital signs, and test results
- Assisted with care planning and patient education
Licensed Practical Nurse
3 Months- Administered medications and immunizations under provider guidance
- Monitored patient responses and documented care
Education
- Practical Nursing Program
Bachelor of Science - Biology
Skills
Licensed Practical Nursing (LPN)
Medication Administration
Behavioral Health Nursing
Medical-Surgical Nursing
Patient Assessment & Monitoring
Vital Signs
EMR / EHR Documentation
Infection Control
Patient Safety
Care Coordination
Time Management
HIPAA Compliance
Personal Information
Title: Lpn
Certification
Licensed Practical Nurse (LPN), CPR Certified
Timeline
Licensed Practical Nurse
Alliance HealthCare Services
09.2025 - CurrentRead More
Licensed Practical Nurse
Crestwyn Behavioral Hospital
05.2024 - CurrentRead More
Licensed Practical Nurse
Delta Specialty Hospital
06.2023 - 12.2024Read More
Licensed Practical Nurse
Rock Medical Group
03.2023 - 05.2023Read More
Licensed Practical Nurse
Spokane County Jail
11.2022 - 12.2022Read More
Licensed Practical Nurse
Merit Central
10.2022 - 04.2024Read More
Licensed Practical Nurse
Idaho State Correctional Center
07.2022 - 09.2022Read More
Licensed Practical Nurse
Hinds County Jail
03.2022 - 04.2024Read More
Licensed Practical Nurse
AMN Trinity Health
12.2021 - 03.2022Read More
Licensed Practical Nurse
Impact Health
08.2021 - 11.2021Read More
Mississippi Valley State University
Bachelor of Science from Biology
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Hinds Community College
from Practical Nursing Program
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