Reliable,Compassionate Licensed nursing professional skilled in patient care, medication administration, and health monitoring. Strong focus on team collaboration, ensuring reliable support and adaptability to changing needs. Known for effective communication, problem-solving, and empathy in high-pressure environments. Prepared to contribute significantly to enhancing patient outcomes and overall healthcare quality.
Work History
Behavior Technician
Golden steps | 07 2024 - 12 2025
Implemented individualized behavior intervention plans to promote skill development and positive behavior changes.
Collaborated with multidisciplinary teams to ensure comprehensive care for clients with diverse needs.
Conducted parent training sessions to enhance support strategies at home for clients' behavioral goals.
Advocated for clients' needs within the organization, ensuring alignment with ethical standards and best practices.
Provided one-on-one support to clients with autism spectrum disorders, addressing unique behavioral needs.
Enhanced client progress by implementing individualized behavior intervention plans.
Promoted positive behaviors by reinforcing desired actions and effectively addressing challenging issues.
Assisted in data collection and analysis, contributing to the ongoing evaluation of client progress.
Maintained detailed records of client behaviors and interventions, ensuring accurate tracking of progress over time.
Worked as part of collaborative team to address changing needs of children and families.
Observed, monitored and recorded problem behaviors through accurate behavior-consequence data collection, graphs, and anecdotal notes.
Monitored client progress to provide continued guidance and consistent feedback to families.
Assisted in the creation of visual supports and schedules for clients, enhancing daily routines and transitions.
LPN (Licensed Practical Nurse)
Riverside Health System | 01 2022 - 09 2024
Complete admission process
Safely administer medications to residents during 12hour shift
Communicate regularly with MD and other medical staff regarding resident conditions
Maintain safety of residents with alter mental status.
Electronic medical records and charting
Venipuncture and process lab requests
Administered medications and monitored patient responses to treatment plans.
Collaborated with healthcare teams to develop individualized care plans for patients.
Assisted in wound care, dressing changes, and infection control protocols.
Trained and mentored junior nursing staff on best practices and procedures.
Improved patient outcomes by administering medications, monitoring vital signs, and documenting relevant information.
Assisted with admissions, appointments, transfers, and discharges.
Documented accurate and complete patient information to address patient problems and expected outcomes.
Demonstrated excellent technical skills in wound dressing changes, IV therapy administration, catheter insertion, and other routine nursing procedures.
LPN (Licensed Practical Nurse)
Pavilion at Williamsburg Place | 03 2021 - 08 2023
Management of patient mental health medications per shift
Recorded mental health assessment per shift
Vital signs
Assist with safely restraining residents in crisis
Intake and admissions process
Administered medications and treatments as prescribed by physicians.
Educated patients and families about health maintenance and disease prevention.
LPN
Personal Touch Home Care | 10 2015 - 08 2021
Received annual reviews of having met expectations and excellent patient-care throughout the Hampton roads area.
Wound care management
LAB specimen draw and deliver to select Facilities
Electronic medical records and documentation
Education on medication to families and patients
Travel nurse
COVID 19 TASK TEAM communication with medical team (MD, PT, OT AND RN) for several patients (30 to 45 a week)
LPN (Licensed Practical Nurse)
BEACON HEALTH CARE | 04 2018 - 10 2020
Part time night job
Care for one patient during 12 hours shift
Vent and trach care
Peg tube feedings.
Bed bath and oral care
Documentation
Administered medications and treatments as prescribed by physicians, ensuring patient safety and adherence to protocols.
Monitored vital signs and reported changes in patient conditions to nursing staff for timely interventions.
Led quality improvement initiatives aimed at enhancing patient care delivery methods within clinical settings.
Improved patient outcomes by administering medications, monitoring vital signs, and documenting relevant information.
Improved patient outcomes by administering medications, monitoring vital signs, and documenting relevant information.
Improved patient outcomes by administering medications, monitoring vital signs, and documenting relevant information.
Managed patient care through closely monitoring respiration, blood pressure, and blood glucose levels.
Managed time-sensitive tasks effectively under pressure while maintaining composure during critical situations or emergencies.
Facilitated efficient communication between patients, families, and healthcare providers to promote continuity of care across settings.
LPN (Licensed Practical Nurse)
Consulate Health Care | 09 2014 - 10 2015
Assist team with care of 60 patients on skilled unit.
Medication administration, treatments, labs, and fall safety.
CNA
Hand N Heart | 08 2013 - 09 2014
Provide high-quality patient care as an in- demand CNA within surgical, acute-care, rehabilitation, home healthcare and nursing-home settings.
Preserve patient dignity and minimize discomfort while carrying out duties such as bedpan changes, diapering, emptying drainage bags and bathing.
Commended for chart accuracy, effective team collaboration, patient relations and consistent delivery of empathetic care.
Assisted residents with activities of daily living including helping with meals, transferring using assistive devices, bathing, dressing and grooming.
Improved workflow efficiency by streamlining daily care routines and documentation processes.
Mentored junior CNAs, fostering professional development and adherence to care standards.
Advocated for patients’ needs, effectively communicating concerns to multidisciplinary teams for timely interventions.
Assisted patients with daily living activities, promoting independence and dignity.
Promoted good oral and personal hygiene by aiding patients with shaving, bathing, and teeth brushing.
Promoted good oral and personal hygiene by aiding patients with shaving, bathing, and teeth brushing.
Promoted good oral and personal hygiene by aiding patients with shaving, bathing, and teeth brushing.
Promoted good oral and personal hygiene by aiding patients with shaving, bathing, and teeth brushing.
Promoted good oral and personal hygiene by aiding patients with shaving, bathing, and teeth brushing.
Maintained confidentiality of patient information according to HIPAA guidelines while communicating effectively with team members about critical updates.
CNA
Lake Taylor Transitional Hospital | 03 2011 - 07 2013
Monitored vital signs and documented changes in health status for timely interventions.
Collaborated with nursing staff to develop and implement individualized care plans for residents.
Assisted patients with daily living activities, promoting independence and dignity.
Ensured prompt response to call lights, addressing patient needs in a timely manner.
Assisted with personal hygiene, mobility, and daily living tasks to enhance resident well-being.
Implemented infection control measures, enhancing safety standards within the facility.
Utilized proper body mechanics and assistance devices when transferring patients, minimizing the risk of injury for both parties.
Prevented bedsores by regularly repositioning patients and implementing proper wound care techniques.
Provided emotional support for patients during challenging times, fostering a positive healing environment.
Education
Associate in Science (AS) - Nursing
ECPI University | Virginia Beach, VA | 09-2014
Certificate in Nursing Assistant - Nursing Assistant
ECPI UNIVERSITY | Virginia Beach Virginia | 02-2012
Skills
Medication Administration
EMR Systems
Experience Administering Injections
Laboratory Experience
Tube Feeding
Critical Care Experience
Acute care
Microsoft Office
Home health
Travel nursing
Medical terminology
EHR systems
Typing
Front desk
Office management
Medical records
Phone triage
Phone etiquette
Anatomy knowledge
Physiology knowledge
HIPAA
Documentation review
Windows
Caregiving
Working with people with developmental disabilities
Working with people with disabilities
Communication skills
Medical transportation experience
Organizational skills
Writing skills
Time management
Infant care
Early intervention
Case management
Applied behavior analysis
Working with people with autism
Care plans
Experience with children
Home care
Direct support
Leadership
Supervising experience
Senior care
Assisted living
Chronic disease management
Certification
Licensed Practical Nurse, Present, Virginia, North Carolina
CPR Certification
CNA
First Aid Certification
Driver's License
Assessments
Patient-focused care, Proficient, 01/22
Medical terminology, Proficient, 01/22
Protecting patient privacy, Proficient, 01/22
Additional Information - Skills And Abilities
Patient Care & Safety
Diagnostic Testing
Medical Terminology
Electronic Medical Records
Vital Signs & Patient Monitoring
Medication Administration
Privacy / HIPAA Regulations
Patient Advocacy and Support
Personal Information
Willing To Relocate: Anywhere
Title: Compassionate Competent LPN
Timeline
ECPI University
Associate in Science (AS) from Nursing
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Behavior Technician
Golden steps
07 2024 - 12 2025Read More
LPN (Licensed Practical Nurse)
Riverside Health System
01 2022 - 09 2024Read More
LPN (Licensed Practical Nurse)
Pavilion at Williamsburg Place
03 2021 - 08 2023Read More
LPN
Personal Touch Home Care
10 2015 - 08 2021Read More
LPN (Licensed Practical Nurse)
BEACON HEALTH CARE
04 2018 - 10 2020Read More
LPN (Licensed Practical Nurse)
Consulate Health Care
09 2014 - 10 2015Read More
CNA
Hand N Heart
08 2013 - 09 2014Read More
CNA
Lake Taylor Transitional Hospital
03 2011 - 07 2013Read More
ECPI UNIVERSITY
Certificate in Nursing Assistant from Nursing Assistant