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Charity Garnes

Cincinnati,OH

Summary

Dedicated LPN with years of healthcare experience across long-term care, retirement services, and correctional healthcare. Skilled in patient care, documentation, and eligibility determination. Known for adaptability, effective communication, and delivering compassionate, patient-centered care.

Overview

14
14
years of professional experience

Work History

LPN

NaphCare
Cincinnati, OH
10.2024 - Current
  • Deliver comprehensive nursing care in a correctional healthcare setting by assessing patient needs, prioritizing care, and collaborating with providers to ensure safe, quality outcomes.
  • Administer and educate on prescribed medications and treatments, perform nursing assessments, monitor patient conditions, and accurately document all care in the electronic health record.
  • Recognize and respond to urgent and emergent situations, initiating appropriate interventions and promptly communicating changes in patient status to the healthcare team.

LPN

CommuniCare of Clifton
Cincinnati, OH
04.2024 - Current
  • Monitor vital signs, evaluate physical/cognitive changes, and perform specialized treatments (e.g., wound care, IV therapy, and catheterizations).
  • Safely administer medications, monitor responses, and maintain accurate charting.
  • Collaborate with interdisciplinary teams to create and update resident care plans.

Resident Assistant

Episcopal Retirement Services
Cincinnati, OH
03.2017 - 05.2024
  • Assist residents with daily living activities, promoting independence and quality of life.
  • Document care activities accurately while ensuring timely responses to resident needs.

Eligibility Technician

Hamilton County Job and Family Services
02.2019 - 08.2021
  • Assessed applicant qualifications for TANF, Medicaid, and SNAP benefits, ensuring compliance with guidelines.
  • Processed case documentation, notifications, and handled client inquiries.

Patient Care Assistant / Unit Coordinator

TriHealth
03.2012 - 02.2017
  • Provided essential nursing assistance, ensuring patient comfort and mobility support.
  • Trained new staff in EPIC software and managed administrative processes for admissions, transfers, and discharges.

Education

Licensed Practical Nurse - Nursing

Butler Technology and Career Development Schools
Hamilton, OH
06.2022

Skills

  • Documentation and Paperwork
  • Active Listening
  • Adaptability
  • Medical Records Management

Timeline

LPN

NaphCare
10.2024 - Current

LPN

CommuniCare of Clifton
04.2024 - Current

Eligibility Technician

Hamilton County Job and Family Services
02.2019 - 08.2021

Resident Assistant

Episcopal Retirement Services
03.2017 - 05.2024

Patient Care Assistant / Unit Coordinator

TriHealth
03.2012 - 02.2017

Licensed Practical Nurse - Nursing

Butler Technology and Career Development Schools