CHERISSE KASPER
Saint Augustine,FL
Summary
Strongly motivated nursing professional seeking a position as an LPN at a progressive medical facility. Utilizes acquired nursing expertise to achieve the highest level of patient care. Exceptional communication skills coupled with cultural sensitivity. Demonstrates genuine compassion for sick and well people. Available all shifts. Bi-lingual and BLS certified.
Overview
12
12
years of professional experience
Work History
LPN Ortho-Spine Unit
Baptist South Medical Center
Jacksonville, FL
09.2023 - Current
- Monitored patient progress during treatments or procedures, reporting any abnormalities to the healthcare team immediately.
- Prepared equipment for use during treatments such as setting up IV lines or placing catheters correctly according to hospital policies.
- Developed individualized plans of care for each patient based on assessment data collected.
- Administered medications orally, intravenously or intramuscularly depending on the prescription given by the doctor.
LPN
ShiftMed
Saint Augustine, FL
05.2023 - Current
- Followed rehabilitation and treatment care plans to accelerate patient recovery, minimize pain and optimize patient outcomes.
- Administered medications and therapies in accordance with physicians orders.
- Worked as part of healthcare team to assess patient needs, plan and modify care and implement interventions.
LPN
Advent Health CentraCare
Port Orange, Florida
05.2021 - 05.2023
- Triage patients by collecting vitals. history, and reason for visit
- Performs diagnostic and occupational medicine testing such as EKG, spirometry, audiometry, pulse oximetry
- Performing weekly, monthly and quarterly control checks.
- Performing drug screens, oral fluids, hair testing, and blood/breath alcohol testing and blood draw
LPN
Mayo Clinic
Jacksonville, FL
10.2020 - 05.2021
- Triage patients by phone and provide general assistance for basic and advanced Covid-19 needs
- Counsel clients, patients and families and provide emotional and psychosocial support
LPN
The Palms at Ponte Vedra
Ponte Vedra, FL
01.2020 - 09.2020
- Administered medications, tracked dosages, and documented patient conditions
- Collected biological specimens and packages for laboratory transport to complete diagnostic tests
- Communicated concerns regarding clients' status, care and documented patient intake information, including medical histories, current symptoms, and vitals such as height and weight to nursing supervisors, clinical care supervisors and case managers.
Licensed Zumba Instructor
Zumba Fitness
Jacksonville, FL
10.2012 - 10.2019
- Guided clients in safe exercise, by assessing personal physical limitations
- Developed routines to avoid injuries, maximize effort and facilitate client attainment of personal fitness goals.
Education
Concorde Career College
Skills
- Preventative care
- Wound care
- Medicine Administration
- Infection Control
- Critical thinking proficiency
- Organization and planning
- Diabetes management
- Family education
- COVID Information Specialist
- Vaccination Administration
- Microsoft Office, EMR (EPIC)
- Catheter Care
- Emergency Response
- Physical Assessment
- Medical Documentation
- IV Certified
Timeline
LPN Ortho-Spine Unit
Baptist South Medical Center
09.2023 - Current
LPN
ShiftMed
05.2023 - Current
LPN
Advent Health CentraCare
05.2021 - 05.2023
LPN
Mayo Clinic
10.2020 - 05.2021
LPN
The Palms at Ponte Vedra
01.2020 - 09.2020
Licensed Zumba Instructor
Zumba Fitness
10.2012 - 10.2019
Concorde Career College