Carrie Taylor
Knoxville,TN
Summary
Patient-Oriented Licensed Practical Nurse experienced in delivering quality direct and indirect patient care in diverse settings. Developed strong relationships with patients, caregivers, and coworkers to enhance patient care outcomes while maintaining composure in fast-paced environments. Excelled in sample collection, blood draws, IV insertion, and infection control, effectively collaborating with healthcare teams and families.
Overview
1
1
Certification
3
3
years of post-secondary education
12
12
years of professional experience
Work History
Licensed Practical Nurse
CVS Minute Clinic
Knoxville, Tn
10.2020 - Current
- Administered prescribed medications or started intravenous fluids, noting times and amounts on patient charts.
- Administered medications and treatments per established protocols.
- Monitored vital signs and reported changes to the medical team.
- Assisted healthcare providers during patient examinations and procedures.
- Collected biological specimens and packaged for laboratory transport to complete diagnostic tests.
- Maintained accurate patient records and documentation in electronic systems.
- Educated patients on health management and preventive care techniques.
- Managed emergency situations promptly according to established protocols.
- Ensured compliance with safety regulations and infection control standards.
- Used sterile techniques to prepare patients for procedures.
Lpn staff nurse
Fields center for women health
Knoxville, Tn
06.2014 - 10.2020
- Provided direct patient care under supervision of registered nurses.
- Monitored patient vital signs and reported changes to healthcare team.
- Administered medications and treatments according to established protocols.
- Assisted with medical procedures and administered prescribed medications.
- Documented patient information accurately in electronic health records.
- Performed physical assessments, including vital signs and health history documentation.
- Monitored vital signs, fluid intake and output levels, glucose levels, and other medical tests results.
- Collaborated with multidisciplinary teams to ensure comprehensive patient care.
- Maintained a clean and safe environment for patients and staff.
- Supported nursing staff in daily operational tasks and patient flow management.
- Used sterile techniques to prepare patients for procedures.
- Sterilized medical equipment and supplies with germicides, sterilizers and autoclaves.
- Answered patient calls, identified issues, and determined how best to provide assistance within parameters established by facility and supervisor.
Education
License Practical Nurse - Associated in Science
Somerset Community College
Somerset, KY 01.2000 - 08.2002
Skills
- Medication administration
- Intravenous administration
- Patient assessment
- Vital signs monitoring
- Laboratory specimen collection
- Wound care
- Medical procedure assistance
- Electronic health records
- Patient education
- Emergency response
- Team collaboration
- Time management
- Compassionate care
- Medical records management
- Vital signs
- Infection control
- Immunization administration
- Epic EMR software
Certification
- CPR
Timeline
Licensed Practical Nurse
CVS Minute Clinic
10.2020 - Current
Lpn staff nurse
Fields center for women health
06.2014 - 10.2020
License Practical Nurse - Associated in Science
Somerset Community College
01.2000 - 08.2002