Chassity Gribbins
Lyles,TN
Summary
Proficient and caring nursing team member offering over 25 years of patient-facing experience. Addresses patient needs with compassionate care and attention to detail. Diligent about maximizing satisfaction, safety and wellness while serving patients of all backgrounds. To seek and maintain full-time position that offers professional challenges utilizing interpersonal skills, excellent time management and problem-solving skills.
Overview
20
20
years of professional experience
Work History
Licensed Practical Nurse
Promises Behavioral Health Detox House Nurse
02.2022 - Current
- Monitored patient health conditions to report changes to assigned physician.
- Assessed patients' temperature, pulse, and blood pressure and recorded in electronic medical records.
- Provided patient education on health care issues and prescribed medications.
- Performed routine evaluations of each patient's status, needs, and preferences.
- Improved patient outcomes by administering medications, monitoring vital signs, and documenting relevant information.
- Administered medications and injections to patients.
- Identified issues, analyzed information and provided solutions to problems.
- Worked flexible hours across night, weekend, and holiday shifts.
- Adapted quickly to changing patient needs, adjusting care plans accordingly to ensure optimal outcomes in diverse clinical scenarios.
Clinic Nurse/ Surgical Nurse
Dickson Medical Associates
09.2003 - 02.2022
- Coordinated referrals to specialists or external healthcare providers when necessary for specialized care.
- Implemented infection control measures consistently, maintaining a safe and sanitary clinic environment for patients and staff.
- Explained course of care and medication side effects to patients and caregivers in easy-to-understand terms.
- Developed strong rapport with patients, fostering trust and open communication for better understanding of their concerns.
- Documented treatments delivered, medications and IVs administered, discharge instructions, and follow-up care.
- Promoted patient and family comfort during challenging recoveries to enhance healing and eliminate non-compliance problems.
- Evaluated patient histories, complaints, and current symptoms.
- Managed inventory of medical supplies, maintaining adequate stock levels while minimizing waste.
- Built meaningful relationships with patients and families for optimal care.
- Educated patients, families and caregivers about conditions and treatments.
- Safeguarded patient privacy by strictly adhering to HIPAA regulations when managing personal health information.
- Performed wound care procedures skillfully, preventing infection and promoting healing for timely recovery from injuries or surgeries.
- Educated patients on disease prevention and management, promoting healthy lifestyle choices.
- Reduced patient wait times through effective triage and prioritization of tasks.
- Managed patients recovering from medical or surgical procedures.
- Performed triage on incoming patients and determined severity of injuries and illnesses.
- Monitored patient reactions after administering medications and IV therapies.
- Assisted physicians during examinations and procedures, providing expert clinical support as needed.
- Administered medications accurately, adhering to strict protocols and safety guidelines.
- Monitored vital signs regularly to track patient progress and respond promptly to any changes or abnormalities.
Education
Practical Nurse - Nursing
Tennessee College of Applied Technology - Dickson
Dickson, TN03.1998
Skills
- Physical Assessment
- Patient Charting
- Patient Education
- Family Communication
- ICD-10
- Vital signs
- Conflict Resolution
- Adaptable and Flexible
- Immunization Administration
- Responsible and Dependable
- Certified in CPR/AED
- Direct Patient Care
Additional Information
Other Nursing skills: Phlebotomy, Sterile procedure, Surgical Scrub, EEG, EKG,Ear lavage, Suture Removal, I and D assist, Cardiac Heart Monitors, Medical Scribing.
Timeline
Licensed Practical Nurse
Promises Behavioral Health Detox House Nurse
02.2022 - Current
Clinic Nurse/ Surgical Nurse
Dickson Medical Associates
09.2003 - 02.2022
Practical Nurse - Nursing
Tennessee College of Applied Technology - Dickson
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