Cedia CiCi Britt

• Supervision, wound care, FSBS, ROM, charting, and daily charting
• De-escalation, SAMA Certification
• Specializing in working with children with autism
• Basic Nursing Tasks: LVNs provide primary nursing care, including assisting with activities of daily living like bathing, dressing, and eating.
• Vital Sign Monitoring: They regularly check and record vital signs such as temperature, pulse, respiration, and blood pressure.
• Patient Observation and Reporting: LVNs observe patients for any changes in their condition and report these changes to the RN or physician.
• Patient Education: LVNs educate patients and their families about health conditions, treatments, and care plans.
• Assisting with Examinations: LVNs assist physicians with patient examinations and procedures.
• Collecting Samples: LVNs collect blood, urine, stool, or other specimens for laboratory testing.
• Patient Comfort and Safety: LVNs maintain a safe and comfortable environment for patients.
• Updating Patient Charts: LVNs document patient information and update charts accurately.

Medication and Treatment:

• Medication Administration: Under the direction of physicians and RNs, LVNs administer prescribed medications.
• Treatment Procedures: They perform certain treatments as ordered by the physician, such as wound care or catheterization.
• IV Therapy: Some LVNs may be trained to start intravenous (IV) fluids.

Other Responsibilities:

• Supervising CNAs: LVNs may supervise certified nursing assistants (CNAs).
• Communication: LVNs communicate with patients, families, and other healthcare professionals to ensure effective care coordination.
• Maintaining Medical Equipment: They assist in cleaning and managing medical equipment and instruments.
• Collaborating with Healthcare Team: LVNs work collaboratively with other members of the healthcare team to provide comprehensive patient care

• Participated in various workshops and training sessions to enhance leadership capabilities, including communication, decision-making, and strategic thinking
• Managed full cycle recruiting process including sourcing, screening, interviewing, and onboarding of new hires
• Prepared detailed audit files documenting procedures performed, findings, and conclusions reached during the audit process
• Leadership and Supervision: Supervised and directed nursing staff, providing guidance and support.
  Assists in developing and implementing nursing policies and procedures.
  Oversees staffing and scheduling to ensure adequate coverage.
  May be responsible for staff training and performance evaluations.
• Patient Care: Assisted with patient management, ensuring quality and safety of care.
  Participated in developing and implementing resident care plans.
  Involved be involved in wound care management and other clinical aspects of care.
• Compliance and Regulations: Ensure compliance with regulatory standards and requirements.
  Participated in quality improvement activities.
  Involved in infection control and prevention.
• Administrative Support:
• Assisted in budget development and management.
• Involved in hiring and onboarding new staff.
  Participated in meetings and collaborates with other healthcare professionals.
• Other Duties:
• responsible for admissions, discharges, and transfers.
  Investigate resident abuse or neglect.
  Reponsible responsible for disciplinary actions.

Key Responsibilities:

• Administering Vaccines: Preparing and administering vaccines according to established protocols.
  Ensuring accurate documentation of vaccinations administered.
  Monitoring patients for any adverse reactions to the vaccine and providing appropriate care.
• Patient Education and Counseling: Educating patients and their families about the importance of vaccination and vaccine-preventable diseases.
  Answering questions and addressing concerns about vaccines.
  Providing information about potential side effects and how to manage them.
• Assessing and Evaluating Immunization Status: Reviewing patient medical histories to assess their suitability for vaccination.
  Ensuring that patients receive age-appropriate vaccines.
  Identifying and addressing any contraindications or cautions to vaccine administration.
• Maintaining Proper Storage and Handling of Vaccines: Ensuring that vaccines are stored and handled according to manufacturer guidelines.
  Maintaining accurate records of vaccine inventory and expiration dates.
• Other Duties: Assisting with the organization and operation of immunization clinics.
  Collaborating with other healthcare professionals to ensure comprehensive patient care. Promoting and advocating for immunization programs within the community.
• Assisted with the Covid vaccination, and nasal swabs
• Assisted with registration, and observations

• Contributed to interdisciplinary team meetings by sharing insights on patients'' progress, challenges, and potential interventions.
• Assisted in the coordination of unit activities, managing workflow efficiently and delegating tasks appropriately among team members based on individual skillsets and competencies.
• Improved patient outcomes by assessing, planning, implementing, and evaluating individualized care plans.
• Supported patients'' emotional well-being with empathetic communication and active listening skills.
• Prioritized patients'' needs and organized workload efficiently for timely care delivery.
• Documented patient information meticulously in electronic medical records to maintain accurate data for clinical decisionmaking.
• Developed strong rapport with patients and families through compassionate bedside manner while advocating for their best interests throughout all stages of care.
• Assisted physicians during routine examinations, diagnostic procedures, and minor surgical interventions as necessary for optimal patient outcomes.
• Implemented interventions in response to changes in patient conditions promptly after notifying supervising RNs or physicians as appropriate under scope practice limitations set forth by state licensure regulations.
• Administered medications and treatments safely and accurately to ensure optimal patient recovery.
• Ensured compliance with federal, state, and agency regulations by adhering to established nursing standards of care and maintaining professional competency through regular continuing education.
• Provided skilled wound care management by cleaning, dressing, and monitoring wounds for signs of infection or complications.
• Collaborated with Registered Nurses in the development of individualized care plans based on patients'' unique needs and preferences.
• Promoted a positive healing environment by maintaining strict infection control practices and adhering to facility policies.
• Mentored new hires and LPN students to foster a supportive learning environment while promoting adherence to best practices in patient care delivery.
• Participated in quality improvement initiatives by identifying areas for potential enhancement and collaborating on the development of action plans to achieve desired outcomes.
• Facilitated successful discharges by coordinating post-discharge support services including home health referrals or appointments with specialty providers when needed.
• Enhanced patient care by providing comprehensive nursing services and collaborating with healthcare teams.
• Educated patients on self-care techniques, medication management, and disease prevention strategies for long-term health maintenance.
• Monitored patient fluid intake and output to compose patient charts.
• Cooperated with other agencies to provide continuity of care and implement comprehensive care plans.
• Observed patients under treatment to identify progress or side effects of medications.
• Communicated with patient's family or friends to provide advice, comfort and release instructions.
• Reviewed care plans to verify patient's diagnosis, treatment goals and specific nursing orders.
• Administered injections, prescribed medications, and enemas and cleaned and dressed wounds to assist with basic medical care.
• Contributed to interdisciplinary team meetings focused on evaluating patient progress towards established goals within the detox program.
• Consistently maintained a high level of professional conduct and confidentiality while working with sensitive patient information.
• Advocated for patients'' rights and well-being, addressing concerns with clinical staff or facility management as needed.
• Evaluated the effectiveness of existing detox protocols, suggesting improvements or modifications based on current evidence-based research and best practices.
• Managed withdrawal symptoms effectively by applying evidence-based nursing practices tailored to individual needs.
• Participated in continuing education opportunities to stay current on best practices in addiction nursing and enhance overall quality of care.
• Improved patient recovery rates by implementing effective detox protocols and providing compassionate care.
• Educated patients on the detox process, setting realistic expectations and providing emotional support throughout their journey.
• Provided crisis intervention services during high-stress situations to maintain patient safety and stability during the detox process.
• Enhanced patient safety with diligent monitoring of vital signs and appropriate interventions when necessary.
• Administered medications as prescribed, ensuring proper dosages and timely administration for optimal treatment outcomes.
• Reduced relapse occurrences through thorough patient assessments, personalized care plans, and ongoing support.
• Maintained accurate documentation of patient progress, evaluations, treatments, and medication administration in compliance with regulatory requirements.
• Coordinated discharge planning activities for successful transition from detox programs into other levels of care or community-based resources.
• Educated family members and caregivers on patient care instructions.
• Used first-hand knowledge and clinical expertise to advocate for patients under care and enacted prescribed treatment strategies.
• Followed all personal and health data procedures to effectively comply with HIPAA laws and prevent information breaches.
• Facilitated therapeutic communication, conflict resolution and crisis intervention by redirecting negative behaviors and helping patients regain or improve coping abilities.
• Recorded details regarding therapies to keep patient charts updated.

• I made monthly staffing schedules, gave daily injections, medication administration, wound care, reviewed daily charting in the Mars/Tars, nurses notes, and incident notes
• Monitoring behaviors of high risk patients
• Gave one on one education with residents, and the staff on safety related to mental illness
• When staffing was low, I was able to work every position
• Also performing home health follow ups for all discharged patients for 2-3 weeks after discharge
• On call rotation
• I was able to use my leadership skills, and have a positive working environment with the staff, and residents
• I was able to assist in educating the staff on new information, as well as teaching Point Click Care