Chelsea Dickerson
Jonesborough,TN
Summary
Knowledgeable and compassionate nursing staff member diligent about serving patient's medical and personal needs. Focused on delivering high-quality care to individuals of diverse backgrounds while protecting patient safety and promoting satisfaction with facility services. Licensed Practical Nurse with 2 years experience and 6+ years of professional experience as a Certified Nursing Assistant in Skilled Rehab/Long term care facilities. Excited to step into a role as a new Registered Nurse. Outgoing and friendly with strong drive to succeed. Flexible, hard worker ready to learn and contribute to team success.
Overview
16
16
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Licensed Practical Nurse
Fast Pace Urgent Care
Jonesborough, TN
09.2023 - Current
- Observed changes in patient's condition and reported any significant changes to the registered nurse or physician.
- Administered medications and treatments according to established protocols.
- Performed physical assessments, including vital signs and health history documentation.
- Maintained a safe environment by following infection control policies and procedures.
- Adhered to facility policies and procedures while providing quality nursing care.
- Ensured that all clinical documentation is accurate and up-to-date in the electronic medical record system.
- Communicated concerns regarding patients' status, care and environment to nursing supervisors, clinical care supervisors and case managers.
Licensed Practical Nurse
Four Oaks Health Care Center
Jonesborough, TN
01.2022 - Current
- Distributed medications to patients in proper doses, recorded times of administration to ensure ongoing accuracy
- Observed patients and reported concerns to an RN or physician on duty
- Provided patients with basic care and treatments, including obtaining vital signs, blood draws, or performing catheterizations
- Tested blood glucose and administered insulin
- Apply nursing principals and participates in nursing techniques in the care and treatment of acute, emergency, and routine illnesses
- Assessment related to function and physical status of the resident on admission, during acute changes in condition, and annually from the admission date.
Certified Nursing Assistant
Greystone Healthcare
Blountville, TN
11.2018 - 03.2021
- Conducted routine checks on standard patient vitals, including blood pressure, oxygen saturation, and heart rate
- Exhibited compassionate care and communication regarding issues surrounding death and dying
- Delivered high level of care to every patient
- Followed safe lifting techniques and individual resident lifting instructions
- Assisted with adequate nutrition and fluid intake
- Turned or re-positioned bedridden patients to promote blood flow and prevent bedsores
- Assisted patients gently and respectfully with daily living activities, including bathing, positioning, toileting and feeding and documented care per unit protocols
- Managed and maintained patient rooms, shared-living areas and nursing stations.
Certified Nursing Assistant
Cornerstone Village
Johnson City, TN
08.2016 - 11.2018
- Responded to patient alarms and needs-assessment requests to identify course of treatment
- Used mobility devices to transport patients
- Provided basic patient care by bathing and grooming patients, changing bedding and assisting in feeding activities
- Took patients vitals, including blood pressure, temperature and pulse and documented vital signs and weight of patients
- Engaged with patient family and friends to provide courteous visit experience
- Delivered high level of care to every patient
- Organized games and other activities to engage clients and offer mental stimulation.
Server
Carino's Italian Grill
Johnson City, TN
12.2007 - 12.2013
- Welcomed guests with personable attitude and brought beverage orders while reviewing menu options
- Checked on guests to verify satisfaction with meals and suggested additional items to increase restaurant sales
- Maintained knowledge of menu items, garnishes, ingredients and preparation methods to assist guests with menu selection
- Documented food orders and ran items to guest tables in dining room
- Calculated charges, issued table checks and collected payments from customers
- Handled special customer requests such as separate checks and menu substitutions.
Education
Associate of Applied Science - LPN To RN
Northeast State Community College
Blountville, TN05-2024
Practical Nursing License -
Tennessee College of Applied Technology - Elizabethton
Elizabethton, TN12.2021
High School Diploma -
David Crockett High School
Jonesborough, TN05-2007
Skills
- Calm and level-headed under duress
- Critical thinking and Problem solving
- Alert and Observant
- Teamwork and Dependability
- Kind and Compassionate
- Excellent Communication Skills
Certification
- Licensed Practical Nurse, State of Tennessee Department of Health Division of Health Related Boards, 09/30/2023
- CPR-BLS provider, American Heart Association, 01/2023
References
- Trish Boino-RN, (203) 892-5291
- Holly Fouch-LPN (423) 773-8124
- Tracha Barger-LPN, (423) 956-3067
Timeline
Licensed Practical Nurse
Fast Pace Urgent Care
09.2023 - Current
Licensed Practical Nurse
Four Oaks Health Care Center
01.2022 - Current
Certified Nursing Assistant
Greystone Healthcare
11.2018 - 03.2021
Certified Nursing Assistant
Cornerstone Village
08.2016 - 11.2018
Server
Carino's Italian Grill
12.2007 - 12.2013
Associate of Applied Science - LPN To RN
Northeast State Community College
Practical Nursing License -
Tennessee College of Applied Technology - Elizabethton
High School Diploma -
David Crockett High School
- Licensed Practical Nurse, State of Tennessee Department of Health Division of Health Related Boards, 09/30/2023
- CPR-BLS provider, American Heart Association, 01/2023
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