CHRISTINA WASHINGTON
Zachary,LA
Summary
Experienced healthcare professional prepared for this role. Proven ability to provide high-quality patient care with strong clinical skills in administering medications, monitoring vital signs, and assisting with daily activities. Known for strong collaboration with medical teams, adapting to changing needs, and achieving positive outcomes. Reliable, compassionate, and skilled in patient communication and support.
Overview
10
10
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
LPN 3 ( 36-40 Hrs/wkly)
East Louisiana State Hospital
08.2019 - Current
- Observes patients for changes in physical and/or mental status or behavior and reports significant changes.
- Obtains specimens for laboratory testing as assigned.
- Prepares and administers prescribed medications (oral, topical, subcutaneous, intramuscular and/or intravenous) and performs treatments according to established policies/procedures.
- Observes for physical and/or emotional changes in patient's condition from prescribed medications/treatments, promptly and accurately documenting noted changes, and reporting any deviations from normal to RN and/or MD.
- Transcribes physicians' orders and records medication and patient's condition on patient's charts and other records.
- Receives and gives change of shift report.
- Maintain and determine an adequate supply of medications and supplies.
- Serves as a preceptor in orienting, educating, and training less experienced LPNs.
LPN (24-36 Hrs/wkly)
Baton Rouge Area Alcohol and Drug Center - (Baton Rouge Detox)
02.2018 - 06.2021
- Takes vital signs including temperature, pulse, respiration, and blood pressure.
- Admits, transfers, and discharges patients.
- Transcribes physicians' orders and records medication and patient's condition on patient's charts and other records.
- Perform group health teaching.
- Observes patients for changes in physical and/or mental status or behavior and reports significant changes.
- Gathers information about patient's past and current physical and mental status.
LPN-WOUND CARE NURSE (20-25 Hrs/wkly)
Legacy Nursing and Rehabilitation of Plaquemine
05.2018 - 12.2019
- Applies dressings, ointments, and other treatments as ordered and documents procedure.
- Assists physician with routine examinations and treatments.
- Obtain specimens for lab testing as assigned. Cleaning patient wounds to remove bacteria and debris and minimize the risk of infection.
- Dressing patient wounds to create a barrier against bacteria.
- Transcribes physicians' orders and records medication and patient's condition on patient's charts and other records.
LPN-PRISON HEALTHCARE TECHNICIAN (36-48 Hrs/wkly)
East Baton Rouge Parish Prison
08.2015 - 01.2018
- Administer oral and parental medications as prescribed by the physician and documents the procedure.
- Administer medications and treatments in accordance with facility policy and procedures.
- Receive and give change of shift report.
Education
Associate in Science (A.S.) - General/Social
BATON ROUGE COMMUNITY COLLEGE
Baton Rouge, LA05.2019
Diploma - Practical Nurse
DELTA COLLEGE
Baton Rouge, LA05.2003
Skills
- Medication administration
- Vital signs assessment and monitoring accuracy
- Medical documentation
- EHR and paper charting proficiency
- Geriatric nursing
- teamwork
Accomplishments
- Used Microsoft Excel to develop inventory tracking spreadsheets.
- Resolved product issue through consumer testing.
Certification
- Licensed Practical Nurse
- Certified Professional Coder
Languages
English
Native or Bilingual
Timeline
LPN 3 ( 36-40 Hrs/wkly)
East Louisiana State Hospital
08.2019 - Current
LPN-WOUND CARE NURSE (20-25 Hrs/wkly)
Legacy Nursing and Rehabilitation of Plaquemine
05.2018 - 12.2019
LPN (24-36 Hrs/wkly)
Baton Rouge Area Alcohol and Drug Center - (Baton Rouge Detox)
02.2018 - 06.2021
LPN-PRISON HEALTHCARE TECHNICIAN (36-48 Hrs/wkly)
East Baton Rouge Parish Prison
08.2015 - 01.2018
Diploma - Practical Nurse
DELTA COLLEGE
Associate in Science (A.S.) - General/Social
BATON ROUGE COMMUNITY COLLEGE
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