CEDRIC YOUNG
Elmore,USA
Summary
A compassionate Licensed Practical Nurse, transitioning into an RN role with extensive experience at Baptist Health, specializing in critical care and patient assessment. Demonstrates proficiency in advanced therapy and interdisciplinary collaboration, ensuring positive patient outcomes through effective care coordination and education. Committed to creating a supportive environment while maintaining safety and quality in high pressure situations.
Overview
8
8
years of professional experience
Work History
Licensed Practical Nurse
BAPTIST HEALTH
08.2024 - Current
- Competent in deescalation skills
- Tracheostomy Care
- Wound Dressing Changes
- Knowledge of crisis intervention techniques
Charge Licensed Practical Nurse
BAPTIST HEALTH
Prattville, Alabama
03.2024 - 01.2025
Advanced Nurse Extern
BAPTIST HEALTH
11.2023 - 08.2024
- Deliver comprehensive nursing care to complex cardiovascular and medical-surgical patients.
- Perform advanced vascular access procedures and maintain IV therapy according to evidence-based standards.
- Monitor telemetry and recognize significant rhythm changes requiring immediate intervention.
- Coordinate care with physicians, pharmacists, respiratory therapists, and case managers.
- Support rapid response events and escalation of care when patient deterioration occurs.
- Educate patients and families regarding disease management, medications, and discharge planning.
- Maintain accurate electronic documentation and regulatory compliance.
- Administered medications as prescribed by physicians to ensure patient care.
- Monitored vital signs to assess patient health and report changes.
- Assisted in developing and implementing care plans tailored to individual needs.
- Assisted registered nurses with assessments, procedures, and implementation of care plans.
- Gained experience caring for critically ill and high-acuity patients.
- Participated in interdisciplinary rounds and patient safety initiatives.
- Strengthened competency in clinical judgment, prioritization, and evidence-based practice.
Cardiac Stress Technician
HEALTHSCAN IMAGING
03.2018 - 01.2024
- Conducted nuclear stress testing and cardiac rhythm monitoring.
- Administered diagnostic isotopes according to physician protocols.
- Established and maintained IV access for cardiovascular diagnostic procedures.
- Collaborated with cardiologists and healthcare teams to support diagnostic accuracy.
Behavioral Health Technician
LAURELWOOD
01.2021 - 05.2023
- Supported patient safety, behavioral interventions, and therapeutic communication.
- Assisted interdisciplinary teams in delivering patient-centered mental health care.
Education
Associate Degree - Nursing
Wallace Community College
Selma, AlabamaSkills
- Patient Care Focused
- Starting IV's
- Contributing Team Player
- Verbal and Written Communication
- Electronic Health Records
- Efficient in obtaining vitals
Timeline
Licensed Practical Nurse
BAPTIST HEALTH
08.2024 - Current
Charge Licensed Practical Nurse
BAPTIST HEALTH
03.2024 - 01.2025
Advanced Nurse Extern
BAPTIST HEALTH
11.2023 - 08.2024
Behavioral Health Technician
LAURELWOOD
01.2021 - 05.2023
Cardiac Stress Technician
HEALTHSCAN IMAGING
03.2018 - 01.2024
Associate Degree - Nursing
Wallace Community College