CARA M. BRASWELL
Bessemer,AL
Summary
Patient-oriented nursing professional with several years of hands-on experience in delivering quality direct and indirect patient care to individuals in urgent care and primary care settings. Skillfully completes tasks and fosters relationships with patients, caregivers and coworkers to drive patient care goals.
Overview
11
11
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
LPN
Grandview Primary Care
Helena, AL
09.2023 - Current
- Administered medications and treatments according to healthcare provider instructions.
- Perform physical assessments, including vital signs and health history documentation.
- Collected and documented vital signs to monitor patient conditions and inform care decisions.
- Ensured accuracy and timeliness of clinical documentation in electronic medical record system, supporting effective patient care.
Shipping/ Receiving Clerk
Spec, Inc.
06.2021 - 09.2023
- Processed incoming shipments, ensuring accurate inventory records.
- Prepared outgoing packages for shipment with correct labeling to maintain shipping standards.
LPN
Middle Creek Medical Center
08.2016 - 06.2021
- Assessed patient conditions to prioritize care needs, facilitating timely interventions.
- Administered IV therapy and performed blood withdrawals to ensure effective patient treatment.
- Injection administration
- BAT, Hair follicle, and urine drug screens
- Conducted EKGs and applied durable medical equipment to support patient diagnostics and care.
Medical Assistant
Middle Creek Medical Center
09.2015 - 08.2016
- Assessed patient conditions during triage process
- Administered IV therapy and performed blood withdrawals to ensure patient comfort and safety
- Administered injections to patients following established protocols to promote effective treatment
- Conducted EKG tests, ensuring proper electrode placement for accurate diagnostic results
Education
LPN Certificate -
Lawson State Community College
08-2016
High School Diploma -
Bessemer Academy
Bessemer, AL05-2004
Skills
- Medication administration
- Blood withdrawal
- Physical assessments
- EKG administration
- Electronic medical record
- Documentation management
- Patient management
- Triage techniques
- Communication techniques
Certification
- BLS Certificate (Jan 2026)
Timeline
LPN
Grandview Primary Care
09.2023 - Current
Shipping/ Receiving Clerk
Spec, Inc.
06.2021 - 09.2023
LPN
Middle Creek Medical Center
08.2016 - 06.2021
Medical Assistant
Middle Creek Medical Center
09.2015 - 08.2016
LPN Certificate -
Lawson State Community College
High School Diploma -
Bessemer Academy