Courtney Caldwell
Fort Worth
Summary
Licensed Vocational Nurse with proven expertise in managing total nursing care and administering prescribed medications and treatments according to approved nursing techniques. Assists in delivery of patient care through nursing process of assessment, planning, implementation and evaluation. Demonstrated competency directing and guiding patient teaching and activities to promote individual treatment programs.
Overview
12
12
years of professional experience
Work History
LVN
Cook Children's Medical Center
10.2018 - Current
- Administered medications accurately and in a timely manner, ensuring proper treatment for various conditions.
- Monitored vital signs and assessed patients regularly, swiftly identifying any changes in condition and addressing concerns promptly.
- Documented accurate and complete patient information to address patient problems and expected outcomes.
- Promoted a positive work environment among nursing staff through collaboration, open communication, and support.
- Managed time efficiently during busy shifts by multitasking effectively without compromising quality of care.
- Demonstrated strong clinical judgment by assessing symptoms quickly and prioritizing appropriate interventions accordingly.
- Enhanced patient care by providing compassionate and individualized attention, leading to improved health outcomes.
- Provided emotional support to patients and their families during difficult times, fostering trust and rapport with those under my care.
- Answered incoming phone calls from patients to provide basic assistance and triage medical concerns.
School Nurse, LVN
Crowley ISD
02.2012 - 10.2018
- Administered medication to students as prescribed by physicians to provide necessary treatment and manage health conditions.
- Monitored ongoing medical conditions such as asthma or diabetes, adjusting care plans accordingly to maintain optimal student wellness levels.
- Supported students with special needs by coordinating individualized healthcare plans and working closely with the interdisciplinary team.
- Managed immunization compliance within the school population to prevent the spread of communicable diseases.
- Streamlined documentation processes for maintaining accurate student health records, ensuring compliance with regulations.
- Implemented emergency protocols in medical emergencies to promote safety for students and staff.
- Served as a resource for faculty and staff by providing training on first aid, CPR, and other health-related topics.
- Participated in development of school safety plans to address areas of concern.
- Maintained upkeep on defibrillators, blood pressure monitors and first aid kits to keep resources in working condition for emergencies.
- Performed health screening for students and faculty by conducting hearing, vision, and acanthosis nigricans evaluations.
Education
LVN Licensure - Nursing
Hill College
Hillsboro, TXSkills
- Compassionate Care
- Diabetes management
- Clinical Documentation
- Pediatric Care
- Vital signs monitoring
- Feeding Tube Assistance
- Behavioral health support
- Direct Patient Care
- Immunization Administration
- Medication Administration
- HIPAA Compliance
- Breathing Treatments
- Certified in CPR/AED
- Certified in CPI Intervention
Accomplishments
Employee of the Year 2016- Oakmont Elementary - Crowley ISD
Employee of the Month 2018 - Cook Children's Neighborhood Clinic
Employee of the Month 2019 - Cook Children's Neighborhood Clinic
Timeline
LVN
Cook Children's Medical Center
10.2018 - Current
School Nurse, LVN
Crowley ISD
02.2012 - 10.2018
LVN Licensure - Nursing
Hill College
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