Casey Heath
Zebulon,North Carolina
Summary
Patient-oriented nursing professional with several years of hands-on experience in delivering quality direct and indirect patient care to individuals in settings. Skillfully completes tasks and fosters relationships with patients, caregivers and coworkers to drive patient care goals and advance nursing philosophies. Maintains composure and makes accurate decisions in fast-paced, unpredictable and stressful environments. Good communicator with organized nature and strong prioritization and multitasking skills. Sound judgment, caring nature and superior work ethic.
Overview
8
8
years of professional experience
Work History
Licensed Practical Nurse
Maxim Healthcare
Raleigh, NC
12.2024 - Current
- Directed implementation of improved patient care and documentation methods and procedures to achieve quality objectives.
- Provided patient care in accordance with physicians' orders and nursing standards of practice.
- Facilitated communication between patients, families, and healthcare professionals.
- Managed patient records, ensuring confidentiality and compliance with healthcare regulations.
- Measured and recorded patient height, weight and other vital signs.
- Administered medications and treatments according to established protocols.
- Maintained a safe environment by following infection control policies and procedures.
Licensed Practical Nurse
Wake Forest Pediatric Associates
Knightdale, NC
09.2020 - 11.2024
- Performed physical assessments, including vital signs and health history documentation.
- Managed emergency and critical care situations with professionalism, adhering to established protocols.
- Implemented accurate and timely documentation in electronic client medical records.
- Educated parents and guardians on home care procedures, medication administration, and health maintenance.
- Monitored vital signs such as temperature, pulse rate, respiration rate, blood pressure.
- Performed physical assessments including growth measurements and developmental screenings.
- Demonstrated strong organizational skills while managing multiple tasks simultaneously.
- Administered medications and therapies as prescribed by physicians.
- Helped pediatric patients understand and feel at ease with vaccines, tests and minor procedures.
- Performed basic physical assessments of newborns and infants.
- Facilitated communication between patients, families, and healthcare providers to ensure coordinated care.
- Advocated for the rights and needs of pediatric patients, ensuring a child-friendly healthcare environment.
- Administered prescribed medications and treatments to children, ensuring proper dosages and patient safety.
- Implemented strategies to reduce patient anxiety and fear, utilizing age-appropriate communication and interventions.
- Administered vaccinations and performed routine screening tests in accordance with healthcare guidelines.
- Utilized electronic health records (EHR) to document patient care accurately and efficiently.
Licensed Practical Nurse
Zebulon Rehabilitation Center
Zebulon, NC
10.2019 - 09.2020
- Assisted in the development and implementation of nursing policies and procedures.
- Provided patient care in accordance with physicians' orders and nursing standards of practice.
- Provided emotional support to patients dealing with illness or injury related issues.
- Adhered to facility policies and procedures while providing quality nursing care.
- Ensured that all clinical documentation is accurate and up-to-date in the electronic medical record system.
- Observed changes in patient's condition and reported any significant changes to the registered nurse or physician.
- Conducted regular rounds to assess the status of assigned patients.
- Performed physical assessments, including vital signs and health history documentation.
- Assisted patients with personal hygiene activities such as bathing, dressing, eating, grooming, and toileting needs.
- Instructed patients on proper use of equipment such as wheelchairs or walkers.
- Monitored vital signs, fluid intake and output levels, glucose levels, and other medical tests results.
- Administered medications and treatments according to established protocols.
- Prevented drug interactions and contributed to correct diagnosis by recording patient health information, monitoring vitals and updating patient files.
- Answered patient and family questions to educate on optimal treatment procedures.
- Looked for physical, emotional, and symptomatic changes in patient condition and obtained necessary care for medical concerns.
- Followed rehabilitation and treatment care plans to accelerate patient recovery, minimize pain, and optimize patient outcomes.
- Communicated with patients with compassion while keeping medical information private.
Certified Nursing Assistant
Zebulon Rehabilitation Center
Zebulon, NC
01.2017 - 04.2018
- Performed housekeeping duties such as changing linens and cleaning bathrooms when necessary.
- Answered call lights promptly and responded to patient needs accordingly.
- Turned and repositioned bedridden patients on a regular schedule to prevent bedsores.
- Observed patients for any changes in their physical or mental condition.
- Served meals to patients in their rooms and assisted with feeding when needed.
- Transported patients to treatment units, using wheelchair.
- Reported changes in patient condition to registered.
- Assisted patients with activities of daily living such as bathing, grooming, and dressing.
- Assisted with ambulation of patients utilizing appropriate equipment safely.
- Assisted residents in preparing for activities and social programs.
- Facilitated activities of daily living, personal hygiene management, feeding and ambulation.
- Exhibited compassionate care and communication.
- Helped residents walk with or without self-help devices.
- Distributed drinking water and nourishment to residents.
Education
Practical Nursing Diploma
Nash Community College
Rocky Mount, NC08-2019
Skills
- Wound Care
- Vital signs monitoring
- Pediatric Care
- Preventive Care
- Samples collection
- Family Communication
- Physical Assessment
- Immunization Administration
- Medication Administration
- Patient Care
- Counting narcotics
- Patient triaging
- Multi-tasking and prioritization
- Palliative Care
- Catheter Care
- Geriatric Care
- Empathetic and compassionate
- Hearing screenings
- Care Coordination
- Task Prioritization
References
References available upon request.
Timeline
Licensed Practical Nurse
Maxim Healthcare
12.2024 - Current
Licensed Practical Nurse
Wake Forest Pediatric Associates
09.2020 - 11.2024
Licensed Practical Nurse
Zebulon Rehabilitation Center
10.2019 - 09.2020
Certified Nursing Assistant
Zebulon Rehabilitation Center
01.2017 - 04.2018
Practical Nursing Diploma
Nash Community College
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