CHARITY IKIRING
18448 Cape Jasmine Way, Gaithersburg, MD,US
Summary
Registered nurse with expertise in emergency and critical care, complemented by experience in skilled rehabilitation and long-term facility care. Proven ability to thrive in fast-paced environments while prioritizing patient needs and ensuring high-quality care delivery. Strong communication skills facilitate effective collaboration with interdisciplinary healthcare teams. Enhanced patient satisfaction through dedicated service and advocacy efforts.
Overview
18
18
years of professional experience
3
3
Certifications
Work History
RN, Emergency Department
Holy Cross Hospital - Holy Cross Hospital
Silver Spring, Maryland
03.2025 - Current
- Assessed patient conditions in high-pressure emergency environments to ensure timely intervention.
- Provided immediate care to critically ill patients in fast-paced settings.
- Monitored vital signs, promptly reporting changes to healthcare providers.
- Managed medical equipment including cardiac monitors and IV pumps for optimal patient support.
- Conducted initial assessments to identify changes in patient conditions.
- Documented patient conditions accurately while monitoring responses.
- Cared for patients experiencing acute traumas such as cardiac arrests, strokes, and respiratory distress.
RN & LPN
Intely Agency
01.2022 - Current
- Provided flexible, temporary staffing in rehab and nursing home facilities.
- Administered IV medications, managed complex patient situations, and supervised LPNs/CNAs.
- Assisting with admissions and discharges in rehab or long-term care facilities.
- Educated patients and families on health management and recovery processes.
RN & LPN
Brookegroove rehab
Sandy Spring, MD
03.2023 - 06.2025
- Administered medications and treatments according to established protocols.
- Collaborated with interdisciplinary teams to develop patient care plans.
- Monitored patient vital signs and reported changes to medical staff.
- Educated patients and families on health management and recovery processes.
- Documented patient progress and maintained accurate electronic health records.
- Assisted in rehabilitation therapies to promote patient mobility and independence.
LPN
Asbury Methodist Village
Gaithersburg, Maryland
03.2018 - 01.2022
- Medication and Treatment care
- Supervised Nursing assistants
- Assisted Patients achieve higher standards of living through effective ADL coaching and assistance.
- Worked with physicians to discuss diagnoses and devise well-coordinated treatment approaches.
- Educated family members and caregivers on patient care instructions.
- Checked and recorded vital signs of patients and reported changes in patients' behavior or conditions.
LPN
Brookdale Senior Living
Potomac, MD
12.2017 - 01.2018
- Administer medications and treatments, ensuring high-quality patient care.
- Coordinate patient admissions and discharges, optimizing healthcare processes.
- Collaborate with doctors to improve patient outcomes and care standards.
- Educate patients and families on care plans, enhancing understanding and compliance.
- Drive care quality improvements through effective collaboration with healthcare professionals.
- Meticulously oversee patient admissions, discharges, and medication administration. Ensure adherence to healthcare protocols and best practices.
- Empower patients and families through comprehensive education, boosting understanding and adherence to personalized care plans.
- Deliver compassionate LPN care, ensuring patient comfort and treatment adherence.
- Collaborate with healthcare team to optimize patient outcomes and enhance care quality.
- Administer medications and treatments accurately, monitor vital signs, and maintain records.
- Report patient changes promptly, contributing to improved healthcare delivery.
- Foster teamwork and communication within the healthcare team for effective patient care.
- Administered medications and treatments, ensuring patient safety and compliance.
- Conducted wound care with precision, enhancing patient recovery rates.
- Accurately documented vitals and medical histories, improving patient care continuity.
- Educated patients on health conditions and treatments, fostering informed decision-making.
- Supervised nursing assistants, promoting a collaborative and efficient care environment.
- Worked closely with healthcare team to provide comprehensive patient care, including treatments and education on health conditions and prognoses.
LPN
Genesis LayHill Rehab
Silver Spring, MD
01.2016 - 11.2017
- Supervised Nursing Assistants on the floor.
- Medication administration and Provided Treatment care.
- Worked with RNs and Physicians to coordinate patient care.
- Accurately documented all elements of nursing assessment, treatments, medications, discharge instructions and follow-up care on the electronic system PCC.
- Worked with patients on G-Tubes and Oxygen therapy.
- Provided care and teaching to family members of patients.
LPN, Private Duty
Visiting Angels
Gaithersburg, MD
11.2011 - 01.2016
- Delivered compassionate care to clients in home settings.
- Assisted clients with daily living activities and personal hygiene tasks.
- Monitored vital signs and communicated changes to healthcare team.
- Administered prescribed medications in accordance with healthcare guidelines.
- Observed and documented significant changes in patient conditions for medical review.
LPN
ASPENWOOD SENIOR LIVING
Silver Spring, MD
08.2008 - 10.2011
- Administered medications and monitored patient vitals regularly.
- Provided patient care in accordance with physicians' orders and nursing standards of practice.
- Assisted with daily living activities for diverse patient populations.
- Maintained accurate patient records and documentation consistently.
Education
BACHELOR OF SCIENCE - NURSING
Chamberlain College of Nursing
Springfield, IL10.2024
REGISTERED NURSE -
Renaissance Health Institute
West Palm Beach, Florida01.2022
LICENSED PRACTICAL NURSE -
University of The District of Columbia
Washington, DC01.2008
Skills
- Emergency care
- Assessment skills
- Vital sign monitoring
- EMR systems: EPIC, PCC, MyUnity
- Medication administration
- ALS and BLS certified
- Treatment planning
- IV insertion and therapy
- G-tubes
- Tracheotomy
- Urinary catheter
- Oxygen therapy
- Wound care
- Colostomy care
- Acute care
- Cardiac monitoring
- Rehabilitative care
- Patient education
- Family education
- Supervision
- Infection control
- Care coordination
- Health promotion
- Patient advocacy
- Time management
Accomplishments
Daisy Award Winner 2025
Certification
Registered Nurse License: 0001319138
Timeline
RN, Emergency Department
Holy Cross Hospital - Holy Cross Hospital
03.2025 - Current
RN & LPN
Brookegroove rehab
03.2023 - 06.2025
RN & LPN
Intely Agency
01.2022 - Current
LPN
Asbury Methodist Village
03.2018 - 01.2022
LPN
Brookdale Senior Living
12.2017 - 01.2018
LPN
Genesis LayHill Rehab
01.2016 - 11.2017
LPN, Private Duty
Visiting Angels
11.2011 - 01.2016
LPN
ASPENWOOD SENIOR LIVING
08.2008 - 10.2011
BACHELOR OF SCIENCE - NURSING
Chamberlain College of Nursing
REGISTERED NURSE -
Renaissance Health Institute
LICENSED PRACTICAL NURSE -
University of The District of Columbia