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Christina Guin

Clayton,NC

Summary

Patient-oriented nursing professional with several years of hands-on experience in delivering quality direct and indirect patient care to individuals in settings. Skillfully completes tasks and fosters relationships with patients, caregivers and coworkers to drive patient care goals and advance nursing philosophies.

Overview

12
12
years of professional experience
1996
1996
years of post-secondary education

Work History

Licensed Practical Nurse

Johnston Correctional Institution
Smithfield, NC
05.2022 - Current
  • Administered medications to patients following established protocols and guidelines.
  • Monitored patient vital signs and reported changes to the healthcare team.
  • Assisted in developing individualized care plans for diverse patient needs.
  • Documented patient information accurately in electronic health records systems.
  • Educated patients on health management and wellness strategies consistently.
  • Observed changes in patient's condition and reported any significant changes to the registered nurse or physician.
  • Performed physical assessments, including vital signs and health history documentation.
  • Monitored vital signs, glucose levels, and other medical tests results.
  • Provided patient care in accordance with physicians' orders and nursing standards of practice.
  • Educated patients on disease prevention and management strategies for their individual conditions.
  • Collected and documented vital signs to track current patient conditions.
  • Adhered to facility policies and procedures while providing quality nursing care.
  • Managed emergency situations promptly according to established protocols.
  • Ensured that all clinical documentation is accurate and up-to-date in the electronic medical record system.
  • Coordinated with doctors and registered nurses to develop care plans for patients.
  • Communicated concerns regarding patients' status, care and environment to nursing supervisors, clinical care supervisors and case managers.
  • Provided emotional support to patients dealing with illness or injury related issues.
  • Looked for physical, emotional, and symptomatic changes in patient condition and obtained necessary care for medical concerns.
  • Promoted culture of safety for patients and employees through proper identification, reporting documentation and prevention.
  • Assessed patient complaints accurately and provided appropriate interventions.
  • Coordinated scheduling of follow-up appointments with primary care providers.
  • Collected biological specimens and packaged for laboratory transport to complete diagnostic tests.
  • Assisted with admissions and discharges of patients from facility.
  • Instructed patients on proper use of equipment such as wheelchairs or walkers.
  • Applied interventions to progress patients toward wellness and address maintenance of wellness.
  • Followed rehabilitation and treatment care plans to accelerate patient recovery, minimize pain, and optimize patient outcomes.
  • Sterilized medical equipment.
  • Administered medications and therapies in accordance with physicians orders.
  • Dressed wounds according to physicians orders.
  • Answered patient calls, identified issues, and determined how best to provide assistance within parameters established by facility and supervisor.
  • Performed triage to maximum team productivity and effectiveness.
  • Attended Nursing Foot Care class. Preform foot care in clinic according to nursing protocols.

Licensed Practical Nurse

Nash Correctional Institution
Nashville, NC
01.2022 - 05.2022
  • Administered medications to patients following established protocols and guidelines.
  • Monitored patient vital signs and reported changes to the healthcare team.
  • Assisted in developing individualized care plans for diverse patient needs.
  • Documented patient information accurately in electronic health records systems.
  • Educated patients on health management and wellness strategies consistently.
  • Observed changes in patient's condition and reported any significant changes to the registered nurse or physician.
  • Performed physical assessments, including vital signs and health history documentation.
  • Monitored vital signs, glucose levels, and other medical tests results.
  • Provided patient care in accordance with physicians' orders and nursing standards of practice.
  • Educated patients on disease prevention and management strategies for their individual conditions.
  • Collected and documented vital signs to track current patient conditions.
  • Adhered to facility policies and procedures while providing quality nursing care.
  • Managed emergency situations promptly according to established protocols.
  • Ensured that all clinical documentation is accurate and up-to-date in the electronic medical record system.
  • Coordinated with doctors and registered nurses to develop care plans for patients.
  • Communicated concerns regarding patients' status, care and environment to nursing supervisors, clinical care supervisors and case managers.
  • Provided emotional support to patients dealing with illness or injury related issues.
  • Looked for physical, emotional, and symptomatic changes in patient condition and obtained necessary care for medical concerns.
  • Promoted culture of safety for patients and employees through proper identification, reporting documentation and prevention.
  • Assessed patient complaints accurately and provided appropriate interventions.
  • Coordinated scheduling of follow-up appointments with primary care providers.
  • Collected biological specimens and packaged for laboratory transport to complete diagnostic tests.
  • Assisted with admissions and discharges of patients from facility.
  • Instructed patients on proper use of equipment such as wheelchairs or walkers.
  • Applied interventions to progress patients toward wellness and address maintenance of wellness.
  • Followed rehabilitation and treatment care plans to accelerate patient recovery, minimize pain, and optimize patient outcomes.
  • Sterilized medical equipment.
  • Administered medications and therapies in accordance with physicians orders.
  • Dressed wounds according to physicians orders.
  • Answered patient calls, identified issues, and determined how best to provide assistance within parameters established by facility and supervisor.
  • Performed triage to maximum team productivity and effectiveness.

Licensed Practical Nurse

CVS Minute Clinic
Clayton, NC
10.2020 - 01.2022

Took patients vitals signs and reported any abnormal signs.

Administered Covid 19 tests.

Informed patients of Covid 19 test results.

Discussed Covid 19 symptoms, protocols following test results, treatment options, and quarantine protocols with patients.

Licensed Practical Nurse

Strategic Behavioral Health LLC
Garner, NC
02.2014 - 10.2020
  • Administered medications to patients following established protocols and guidelines.
  • Monitored patient vital signs and reported changes to the healthcare team.
  • Assisted in developing individualized care plans for diverse patient needs.
  • Communicated effectively with patients and families about treatment options.
  • Collaborated with multidisciplinary teams to coordinate patient care services.
  • Documented patient information accurately in electronic health records systems.
  • Maintained a safe, clean environment by adhering to infection control practices.
  • Observed changes in patient's condition and reported any significant changes to the registered nurse or physician.
  • Performed physical assessments, including vital signs and health history documentation.
  • Adhered to facility policies and procedures while providing quality nursing care.
  • Managed emergency situations promptly according to established protocols.
  • 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.
  • Provided emotional support to patients dealing with illness or injury related issues.
  • Looked for physical, emotional, and symptomatic changes in patient condition and obtained necessary care for medical concerns.
  • Promoted culture of safety for patients and employees through proper identification, reporting documentation and prevention.
  • Assessed patient complaints accurately and provided appropriate interventions.

Education

Licensed Practical Nurse - Nursing

ECPI
Raleigh , NC
03.2013 - 12.2014

Athens Drive High School
Raleigh , NC

Skills

  • Medication administration
  • Patient assessment
  • Electronic health records
  • Vital signs monitoring
  • Wound care
  • Foot care
  • Training new employees

References

References available upon request.

Timeline

Licensed Practical Nurse

Johnston Correctional Institution
05.2022 - Current

Licensed Practical Nurse

Nash Correctional Institution
01.2022 - 05.2022

Licensed Practical Nurse

CVS Minute Clinic
10.2020 - 01.2022

Licensed Practical Nurse

Strategic Behavioral Health LLC
02.2014 - 10.2020

Licensed Practical Nurse - Nursing

ECPI
03.2013 - 12.2014

Athens Drive High School
Christina Guin