Candace Garvin
Chipley,FL
Summary
Hardworking and reliable RN with strong ability in multiple areas of nursing. Offering flexibility and supervising skills. Highly organized, proactive and punctual with team-oriented mentality. Dedicated Customer Service Specialist providing skills to prioritize and multi-task in fast-paced working environment. Successfully works as part of team to reach personal and business goals. Known for successfully handling escalated customer support issues. Reputable customer service professional brings strong phone speaking skills paired with in-depth knowledge of CRM systems. Offers vast experience connecting customers with products and services. Punctual and responsible individual polished in navigating multiple computer systems and applications.
Overview
2025
2025
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
LPN/RN
Suwannee Medical Personnel
Chipley, FL
05.2023 - Current
- Agency Nurse working in Blountstown and Panama City Florida
LPN/RN
Hopper Consulting
Chattahoochee, FL
05.2023 - Current
- Responded promptly to emergency situations involving behavioral disturbances or potential harm to self or others.
- Maintained accurate records of patient information including assessments, treatments, medications, progress notes and discharge summaries.
- Performed ongoing assessments of client's needs throughout the course of their treatment program.
- Attended continuing education courses on relevant topics such as new treatments for mental illnesses or changes in regulations pertaining to psych nursing care.
- Evaluated effectiveness of interventions through regular observation and feedback from clients.
- Collaborated with physicians, psychiatrists, social workers and other healthcare professionals to ensure quality care for patients.
- Participated in multidisciplinary team meetings to discuss patient cases and develop comprehensive treatment plans.
- Coordinated activities between various departments within the organization to ensure continuity of care.
- Conducted crisis intervention when necessary by providing emotional support and safety planning.
- Provided direct patient care by assessing and monitoring physical, psychological and emotional status of patients.
LPN/RN
Washington Rehab and Nursing Center
Chipley, Florida
03.2010 - Current
- Floor Nurse, Staff Scheduling, Restorative Nurse Manager /Respiratory Assistant (July 2020 - May 2023), ADON, currently PRN
- Provided emotional support during difficult times such as end-of-life decisions or family disputes over treatment options.
- Maintained accurate medical records of each patient's health condition.
- Conducted daily rounds visiting assigned patients ensuring they are comfortable and have all necessary supplies available.
- Performed wound care including changing dressings, cleaning wounds, applying ointments and medications and providing other necessary treatments.
- Evaluated effectiveness of interventions implemented based on patient responses or feedback from family members.
- Managed inventory levels of medical supplies within the unit ensuring adequate stock is always available.
- Observed patients for any changes in their condition or behaviour, reported findings to the supervisor or physician in charge.
- Educated staff members regarding infection control protocols or best practices when caring for a particular type of illness or injury.
- Assisted physicians with patient care by taking vital signs, administering injections and performing other nursing duties.
- Utilized a variety of modalities to reduce pain levels when appropriate.
- Observed range of motion exercises to ensure that they are being performed correctly by the patient.
- Maintained accurate records documenting patient's progress toward goals established in care plan.
- Assisted with discharge planning ensuring continuity of care after leaving the facility.
- Carried out delegated physician orders for therapeutic interventions according to established policies and procedures.
- Participated in quality improvement initiatives aimed at improving outcomes for restorative nursing care.
- Evaluated skin integrity using approved assessment tools; identified skin breakdowns; implemented preventative measures; documented findings accurately in medical records.
- Administered medications as prescribed by physicians within scope of practice according to facility policy guidelines.
- Demonstrated knowledge of infection control principles when caring for individuals with communicable diseases.
- Performed assessments and developed individualized care plans for patients with restorative needs.
- Assisted patients in activities of daily living, such as bathing, dressing, grooming, and ambulating.
- Provided physical therapy treatment utilizing therapeutic exercises, gait training, transfers and positioning techniques.
- Instructed patients and family members on proper use of adaptive devices such as walkers, canes, wheelchairs and prosthetic appliances.
- Promoted positive relationships between staff members through effective communication strategies.
- Monitored diet, physical activity, behaviors and other patient factors to assess conditions and adjust treatment plans.
- Coordinated with healthcare team to establish, enact and evaluate patient care plans.
- Provided emergency care when required including performing cardiopulmonary resuscitation.
- Identified high risk situations such as airway obstruction or inadequate ventilation and took appropriate action.
- Administered medication, monitored vital signs and assisted in the delivery of medical gases to patients.
Customer Service Manager
Walmart
Chipley, FL
02.2000 - 02.2008
- Created reports on customer feedback, complaints, and suggestions for management review.
- Provided exceptional customer service to ensure customer satisfaction.
- Reviewed customer feedback and complaints to identify areas of improvement in customer service processes.
- Coordinated between various departments to resolve complex problems that require multiple steps or involve multiple teams.
- Monitored staff performance to ensure adherence to customer service standards.
Med Surge
Educational Testing Service Inc.
Chipley/Marianna, Florida
- Med Surge participation during WHTC and Chipola College
- Preceptorship at North Florida Community Hospital ER in Chipley, Florida
Education
RN
Chipola College
Marianna, FL04.2023
LPN
Washington-Holmes Technical College
Chipley, FL02.2010
High School Diploma
Chipley High School
Chipley, FL05.1999
Skills
- Training and coaching
- Patient Care and Education
- Mentoring and coaching
- Telemetry
- Intravenous Therapy and Blood Withdrawal Certification
- Nursing Plan Development
- Diabetes management
- Ventilator care
- Patient Management
- Seizure management
- Charting Medication Administration
- Tracheostomy care
- Patient rights advocacy
- Unit administration
- Medication and IV administration
- Policy and procedure compliance
- Patient Assessment and Care
- Gastrostomy tube care
- Wound Management
- Adaptive equipment use
- Occupational therapy
- Wheelchair positioning
- Skin integrity maintenance
- Gait training
- Resident care
- Physical therapy
- Nutrition support
- Care review
- Respiratory therapy
- Range of motion exercises
- Strength training
- Program oversight
- Cognitive rehabilitation
- Performance monitoring
- Transfer assistance
- Endurance building
- Speech therapy
- Fall prevention
- Balance improvement
- Pressure ulcer prevention
- Care plan development
- Functional mobility training
- Continence management
- Emotional support
- Service delivery management
- Regulatory compliance
- Patient assessment
- Rehabilitation techniques
- Nursing supervision
- Restorative nursing
- Staff development
- Care planning
- Therapeutic exercise
- Healthcare administration
- Multidisciplinary team collaboration
- Clinical staffing
- Nursing staff supervision
- Chronic disease management
- Strong work ethic
- Emergency response
- HIPAA regulations
- Long-term care
- Acute care
- Behavioral health
- Recruiting and hiring
- First aid and CPR
- Work Planning and Prioritization
Certification
- IV Certification - 2014
- BLS exp 02/27
- Respiratory Certification
- CDC Infection Control Certification
Timeline
LPN/RN
Suwannee Medical Personnel
05.2023 - Current
LPN/RN
Hopper Consulting
05.2023 - Current
LPN/RN
Washington Rehab and Nursing Center
03.2010 - Current
Customer Service Manager
Walmart
02.2000 - 02.2008
RN
Chipola College
LPN
Washington-Holmes Technical College
High School Diploma
Chipley High School
Med Surge
Educational Testing Service Inc.
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