Cedric Whitaker
Pearl
Summary
Dynamic LPN with extensive experience at Precision Healthcare Agency, excelling in medication administration and patient education. Proven ability to enhance patient outcomes through effective care plans and compassionate support. Skilled in infection control and committed to fostering a safe, nurturing environment for clients. Passionate about improving lives through dedicated healthcare.
Overview
7
7
years of professional experience
2
2
Certifications
Work History
Live-In Caregiver
Southern Healthcare
Ridgeland
03.2023 - Current
- Assisted clients with daily living activities and personal care needs.
- Implemented engaging activities to promote mental and physical well-being.
- Maintained a clean and safe living environment for clients.
- Communicated effectively with family members regarding client health updates.
- Provided companionship to enhance emotional support for clients.
LPN/TRAVEL NURSE
Precision Healthcare Agency
Flowood
10.2021 - Current
- Administered medications via oral, IV, and intramuscular injections and monitored responses.
- Administered medications and treatment to patients and monitored responses while working with healthcare teams to adjust care plans.
- Delivered outstanding care to patients with various diagnoses and managed care from treatment initiation through to completion.
- Taught patients how to improve lifestyle choices, dramatically reducing chance of symptom reoccurrence.
LPN/TRAVEL NURSE
Pleasant Hill Community Center
Jackson
10.2018 - 09.2021
- Administered medications via oral, IV, and intramuscular injections and monitored responses.
- Administered medications and treatment to patients and monitored responses while working with healthcare teams to adjust care plans.
- Delivered outstanding care to patients with various diagnoses and managed care from treatment initiation through to completion.
- Taught patients how to improve lifestyle choices, dramatically reducing chance of symptom reoccurrence.
Education
Associate of Science - Nursing
Meridian Community College
Meridian, MS05-2026
Associate of Science - Nursing
Copiah-Lincoln Community College
Wesson, MS07.2018
Bachelor of Science - Biology
Jackson State University
Jackson, MS06.2001
Skills
- Intramuscular Injections
- Nursing Assignments
- Infection Control Procedures
- Insulin Injection Administration
- Nursing Process
- Assessing Residents
- Patient Examination
- Privacy and Confidentiality
- Medical Records Management
- Inpatient Care
- Care Plan Development
- Toileting assistance
- Bathing assistance
- Mobility support
- Client transportation
- Patience and empathy
- Housekeeping duties
- Transfer assistance
- Hygiene assistance
Certification
- Psych Training, 07/01/18
- HIV Counseling/Testing
- National Honor Society
Timeline
Live-In Caregiver
Southern Healthcare
03.2023 - Current
LPN/TRAVEL NURSE
Precision Healthcare Agency
10.2021 - Current
LPN/TRAVEL NURSE
Pleasant Hill Community Center
10.2018 - 09.2021
Associate of Science - Nursing
Meridian Community College
Associate of Science - Nursing
Copiah-Lincoln Community College
Bachelor of Science - Biology
Jackson State University