Licensed Practical Nurse skilled in patient care, medication administration, and health monitoring. Strong focus on team collaboration, ensuring reliable support and adaptability to changing needs. Known for effective communication, problem-solving, and empathy in high-pressure environments. Prepared to contribute significantly to enhancing patient outcomes and overall healthcare quality.
Overview
2026
2026
years of professional experience
2020
2020
years of post-secondary education
1
1
Certification
Work History
Licensed Practical Nurse
Williamsburg Landing
04 2025 - Current
Improved patient outcomes by administering medications, monitoring vital signs, and documenting relevant information.
Cared for wounds and provided treatments
Assisted with admissions, appointments, transfers, and discharges.
Collaborated with interdisciplinary healthcare teams to ensure continuous quality improvement in patient care delivery.
Managed time-sensitive tasks effectively under pressure while maintaining composure during critical situations or emergencies.
Performed routine evaluations of each patient's status, needs, and preferences.
Guided family members in end-of-life care for hospice residents.
Assisted with feeding, bathing, and activities of ADL for 10 residents with end-stage dementia
Licensed Practical Nurs
TPMG Procedure Suite
08 2024 - Current
Ensure that rooms, instruments, and supplies are ready for each procedure
Assess vitals in pre-op and PACU
Patient education on proper diet in PACU
IV insertion and removal for Pre-op and PACU for up for 14 patients a day
Patient education in pre-op explaining risks and benefits of procedure and anesthesia
Providing excellent customer service that led to 5-star Google reviews for the procedure suite and recognition of staff member as a whole,
Licensed Practical Nurse
Riverside Warwick Forrest LLH
06 2024 - 08.2024
Assisted with feeding and monitored intake to help patients achieve nutritional objectives.
Assisted with admissions, appointments, transfers, and discharges.
Managed patient care through closely monitoring respiration, blood pressure, and blood glucose levels.
Comforted and counseled patients and families throughout care process.
Adapted quickly to changing patient needs, adjusting care plans accordingly to ensure optimal outcomes in diverse clinical scenarios.
Improved patient outcomes by administering medications, monitoring vital signs, and documenting relevant information.
Educated patients and caregivers on medical diagnoses, treatment options, chronic disease self-management and wound management.
Cared for wounds, provided treatments, and assisted with procedures.
Collaborated with interdisciplinary healthcare teams to ensure continuous quality improvement in patient care delivery.
Performed routine evaluations of each patient's status, needs, and preferences.
Obtained patient vital signs and input/output measurements from inpatients.
Provided medication administration for 30 residents
PEG tube feedings and cleaning
Managed time-sensitive tasks effectively under pressure while maintaining composure during critical situations or emergencies.
Certified Medical Assistant
VCU Health Family Medicine at Tappahannock
06 2021 - 04 2023
Sanitized, restocked, and organized exam rooms and medical equipment.
Provided compassionate care for patients, addressing their concerns and ensuring a positive experience.
Conducted preliminary patient evaluations measuring weight, temperature and blood pressure.
Collected and documented patient medical information such as blood pressure and weight.
Directed patients to exam rooms, fielded questions, and prepared for physician examinations.
Enhanced clinic efficiency by thoroughly documenting patient information and updating electronic health records.
Promoted office efficiency, coordinating charts, completing insurance forms, and helping patients with diverse needs.
Reduced wait times for patients by maintaining an organized schedule and swiftly preparing examination rooms.
Performed diagnostic tests accurately, contributing to swift diagnosis and appropriate treatment options.
Assisted with routine checks and diagnostic testing by collecting and processing specimens.
Communicated clearly and effectively with patients to verify information, determine purpose of visit and record medical history.
Prepared and administered medications to alleviate patient symptoms.
Performed venipuncture for routine lab testing on up to 50 patients a day
Administered injections via IM and Sub-Q within scope of practice
Certified Medical Assistant
Riverside Tappahannock Family Practice
09 2020 - 06 2021
Sanitized, restocked, and organized exam rooms and medical equipment.
Assisted physicians with various procedures, ensuring comfort and accuracy for optimal patient outcomes.
Provided compassionate care for patients, addressing their concerns and ensuring a positive experience.
Conducted preliminary patient evaluations measuring weight, temperature and blood pressure.
Directed patients to exam rooms, fielded questions, and prepared for physician examinations.
Enhanced clinic efficiency by thoroughly documenting patient information and updating electronic health records.
Promoted office efficiency, coordinating charts, completing insurance forms, and helping patients with diverse needs.
Enhanced patient outcomes by providing knowledgeable education on procedures, medications, and other physician instructions.
Reduced wait times for patients by maintaining an organized schedule and swiftly preparing examination rooms.
Performed diagnostic tests accurately, contributing to swift diagnosis and appropriate treatment options.
Communicated clearly and effectively with patients to verify information, determine purpose of visit and record medical history on up to 50 patients a day
Certified Medical Assistant
Riverside Warsaw Family Medicine
03 2020 - 07.2020
Sanitized, restocked, and organized exam rooms and medical equipment.
Provided compassionate care for patients, addressing their concerns and ensuring a positive experience.
Assisted physicians with various procedures, ensuring comfort and accuracy for optimal patient outcomes.
Improved efficiency of blood draw stations for up to 100 patients a day, resulting in shorter patient wait times and increased throughput.
Demonstrated adaptability by effectively performing blood draws on diverse patient populations, including pediatric, geriatric, and challenging cases.
Packaged and shipped specimens to central lab daily.
Tracked collected specimens by initialing, dating, and noting times of collection.
Labeled transfer tubes and followed exact directions for handling and storing specimens for transport.
Stocked phlebotomy cart or carrier with appropriate supplies.
Completed proper sanitation and cleaning of equipment and work areas between patients.
Improved patient comfort by efficiently drawing blood samples using various techniques such as venipuncture and capillary puncture.
Centrifuged blood samples as outlined in clinical protocols.
Actively engaged with patients to educate them on proper post-draw care, reducing potential complications and ensuring their comfort throughout the process.
Maintained a high level of accuracy in labeling and tracking specimens, ensuring proper testing and timely results.
Education
Practical Nursing Diploma - Health Sciences PN Certificate
Rappahannock Community College
Warsaw, VA
05.2024
Medical Assistant Certificate - Medical Assistant
Herzing University
Brookfield, WI
12.2019
High School Diploma -
Essex High School
Tappahannock, VA
06.2015
Skills
HIPAA Compliance
Conflict resolution
Phlebotomy
Electronic charting
Operating EKG equipment
Clinical documentation
Medical Terminology
IV insertion and removal
EPIC
Point Click Care (PCC)
NextGen
Specimen collection and processing
Patient education
Medication administration
Certification
CPR/BLS
Certified Medical Assistant
Timeline
Licensed Practical Nurse
Williamsburg Landing
04 2025 - Current
Licensed Practical Nurs
TPMG Procedure Suite
08 2024 - Current
Licensed Practical Nurse
Riverside Warwick Forrest LLH
06 2024 - 08.2024
Certified Medical Assistant
VCU Health Family Medicine at Tappahannock
06 2021 - 04 2023
Certified Medical Assistant
Riverside Tappahannock Family Practice
09 2020 - 06 2021
Certified Medical Assistant
Riverside Warsaw Family Medicine
03 2020 - 07.2020
Practical Nursing Diploma - Health Sciences PN Certificate