Carla Onayemi
LOS ANGELES
Summary
Dedicated Licensed Practical Nurse with extensive experience at Aveanna Healthcare, excelling in medication administration and compassionate patient care. Proven ability to enhance patient outcomes through effective monitoring and documentation. Skilled in infection control and building strong patient relationships, ensuring a safe and therapeutic environment for diverse populations.
Overview
14
14
years of professional experience
Work History
Licensed Practical Nurse
Aveanna Heathcare
Los Angeles, CA
10.2011 - Current
- Administered medications and treatments as prescribed by healthcare providers.
- Monitored patient vital signs and reported changes to nursing staff.
- Educated patients and families on health management and treatment protocols.
- Trained new staff on clinical procedures and best practices for patient safety.
- Collaborated with interdisciplinary teams to enhance patient care quality.
- Implemented infection control measures, ensuring compliance with healthcare regulations.
- Evaluated patient progress and adjusted care strategies accordingly for optimal outcomes.
- Improved patient outcomes by administering medications, monitoring vital signs, and documenting relevant information.
- Documented accurate and complete patient information to address patient problems and expected outcomes.
- Obtained patient vital signs and input/output measurements from inpatients.
- Performed routine evaluations of each patient's status, needs, and preferences.
- Adapted quickly to changing patient needs, adjusting care plans accordingly to ensure optimal outcomes in diverse clinical scenarios.
- Maintained a safe and therapeutic environment for patients through effective risk assessment and crisis intervention strategies.
- Assisted with feeding and monitored intake to help patients achieve nutritional objectives.
- Delivered culturally competent care that respected diverse patient populations'' unique values, beliefs, and traditions.
- Minimized staff and patient infection risk by cleaning and disinfecting equipment instruments.
Education
Associate of Science - Nursung
Los Angeles Trade Technical College
Los Angeles, CA06-2010
Skills
- Medication administration
- Direct patient care
- Vital signs monitoring
- Compassionate care
- Patient assessments
- Documentation accuracy
- Infection control
- Documenting intake
- Breathing treatments
- Patient relationship building
- Preventive care
- Pulse oximetry tracking
- Home health care
Timeline
Licensed Practical Nurse
Aveanna Heathcare
10.2011 - Current
Associate of Science - Nursung
Los Angeles Trade Technical College