Cassidy Ledford
Dahlonega
Summary
Compassionate Registered Nurse with extensive experience in intravenous therapy, medication administration, and physical assessments. Committed to enhancing patient outcomes through individualized care plans and patient education.
Overview
10
10
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Registered Nurse, Medical-Surgical Unit
Stephens County Hospital
Toccoa, GA
08.2025 - Current
- Administered medications and treatments per physician orders, ensuring patient safety and compliance with protocols.
- Monitored vital signs and reported changes in patient conditions to healthcare team for timely interventions.
- Assisted in developing individualized care plans, collaborating with multidisciplinary teams to enhance patient outcomes.
- Educated patients and families on post-discharge care, promoting understanding of health management practices.
- Consistently maintained accurate documentation of patient assessments, interventions, and outcomes in accordance with regulatory requirements.
Licensed Practical Nurse/Registered Nurse
Gateway Health And Rehab
Cleveland, GA
06.2024 - 12.2025
- Administered medications and treatments as prescribed, ensuring patient safety and compliance with care plans.
- Monitored vital signs and reported changes to nursing staff, enhancing patient assessments and care delivery.
- Assisted in developing individualized care plans, promoting tailored patient support and rehabilitation strategies.
- Assisted with admissions, appointments, transfers, and discharges.
- Evaluated patients to identify and address wounds, behavioral concerns, and medically relevant symptoms.
Licensed Practical Nurse
1st Priority Care
Chattanooga, TN
11.2021 - 09.2022
- Administered medications and treatments according to established protocols and patient care plans.
- Monitored patient vital signs, documenting changes and reporting concerns to healthcare team promptly.
- Advocated for patients' needs and preferences with healthcare providers, fostering patient-centered care.
- Delivered wound care and managed dressings, preventing infections and promoting healing.
Licensed Practical Nurse
IntelliChoice Home Care
Jacksonville, NC
06.2020 - 10.2021
- Educated patients and families on health management, fostering understanding of treatment options and preventive measures.
- Improved patient outcomes by administering medications, monitoring vital signs, and documenting relevant information.
- Cared for wounds, provided treatments, and managed ventilators and tracheostomies
- Managed time-sensitive tasks effectively under pressure while maintaining composure during critical situations or emergencies.
- Comforted and counseled patients and families throughout care process.
Certified Nursing Assistant
Stephens County Hospital
Toccoa, GA
06.2016 - 07.2018
- Assisted patients with daily living activities, ensuring comfort and dignity.
- Monitored vital signs, documenting changes to inform nursing interventions.
- Provided emotional support to patients and families during treatment processes.
- Implemented infection control measures, contributing to improved health outcomes.
Education
Associate of Science - Nursing
North Georgia Technical College
Toccoa, Ga05-2025
Diploma - Practical Nursing
Coastal Carolina Community College
Jacksonville, NC05-2020
Skills
- Intravenous therapy
- Proper catheter insertion/removal
- Medication administration
- Physical assessments
- Advanced cardiac life support (ACLS) certification
- Licensed RN
- Critical care
- Nursing staff leadership
- Tracheostomy care
- Chronic disease management
Certification
- Advanced Cardiac Life Support (ACLS)
- Basic Life Support (BLS)
- Licensed Registered Nurse
Timeline
Registered Nurse, Medical-Surgical Unit
Stephens County Hospital
08.2025 - Current
Licensed Practical Nurse/Registered Nurse
Gateway Health And Rehab
06.2024 - 12.2025
Licensed Practical Nurse
1st Priority Care
11.2021 - 09.2022
Licensed Practical Nurse
IntelliChoice Home Care
06.2020 - 10.2021
Certified Nursing Assistant
Stephens County Hospital
06.2016 - 07.2018
Associate of Science - Nursing
North Georgia Technical College
Diploma - Practical Nursing
Coastal Carolina Community College