CRYSTAL BIGGERS
Gainesville,FL
Summary
Obtain an LPN position in a long-term care or skilled nursing facility where my licensed
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
1
1
Certification
6
6
years of professional experience
Work History
Licensed Practical Nurse
Mederi Caretenders Home Health
Gainesville, FL
06.2026 - Current
- Monitored patient vital signs and reported changes to healthcare team.
- Educated patients and families about health management and care procedures.
- Collaborated with interdisciplinary teams for comprehensive patient care.
- Maintained accurate patient records and documentation in electronic systems.
- Conducted regular assessments to evaluate patient needs and progress.
- Provided home health care services such as wound care, medication administration, and IV therapy.
- Educated patients and families about disease management, lifestyle changes, nutrition, and preventive healthcare measures.
- Maintained accurate records of all visits made to patients' homes along with any changes in their conditions or treatments prescribed by physicians.
- Adhered strictly to infection control protocols while caring for clients in their homes.
- Participated in on-call rotations and delivered after-hours care.
- Offered guidance on medication management, ensuring adherence to therapy plans.
- Coordinated with physicians and healthcare teams to update patient progress and adjust care plans.
- Advocated for patient needs with healthcare providers and insurance companies.
Licensed Practical Nurse
Williston Care Center
Williston, FL
02.2026 - 07.2026
- Administer medications and perform treatments per physician orders and facility protocols, ensuring accurate dosage and timing.
- Conduct assessments of wounds, skin integrity, and vital signs; document changes in resident condition and escalate concerns to charge nurse and provider.
- Maintain treatment carts, manage medical supply inventory, and support infection-control procedures to preserve a safe care environment.
- Collaborate with interdisciplinary team on care planning and resident-focused interventions to support positive outcomes and reduce avoidable complications.
Nursing Assistant
VA Medical Center
Gainesville, FL
01.2022 - 10.2024
- Delivered direct patient care (ADLs, transfers, feeding) and reliable vital-sign monitoring to support safe clinical decision-making.
- Performed clear, timely clinical documentation to inform RNs and providers of condition changes and care needs.
- Supported wound/skin-care needs, infection-control initiatives, and discharge education to promote recovery and continuity of care.
Travel CNA (PRN)
LeaderStat
01.2022 - 04.2022
- Provided flexible clinical support across acute and outpatient settings; prepared patients for exams, collected specimens, and entered results in EPIC to aid timely treatment.
- Educated patients and families on medication regimens and post-discharge skin-care to improve adherence and reduce readmissions.
CNA
North Florida Regional Medical Center
Gainesville, FL
01.2021 - 01.2022
- Assisted with transfers, ADLs, feeding, and accurate vital-sign recording; promptly reported clinical changes to nursing staff for fast follow-up.
- Supported care-area readiness through supply and treatment-cart management and participation in care planning.
Student Nurse Clinical Rotations
- Performed supervised medication administration, wound care and pressure-sore assessment, patient assessments, specimen collection, and documentation across multiple specialties.
- Practiced therapeutic communication, safety monitoring, immunization documentation, and patient/family discharge education.
Education
Practical Nursing Diploma -
Galen College of Nursing
Registered Pharmacy Technician -
Ultimate Medical Academy
Assistant Medical Administration - Insurance & Coding Specialist
Florida Technical College
High School Diploma -
Loften High School
Skills
- Medication Administration
- Wound Care & Pressure Sore Assessment
- Infection Control
- Clinical Documentation
- Patient Assessment & Vital Signs Monitoring
- EHR/EMR (EPIC)
- Specimen Collection & Test Preparation
- Patient & Family Education
- Discharge Planning
- Treatment Cart/Supply Management
- Therapeutic Communication
- Quality Improvement Participation
Certification
- Basic Life Support (BLS) - American Heart Association
- CPR & First Aid Certified
- Registered Pharmacy Technician
Selected Achievements
23+ years of direct patient-care
Timeline
Licensed Practical Nurse
Mederi Caretenders Home Health
06.2026 - Current
Licensed Practical Nurse
Williston Care Center
02.2026 - 07.2026
Nursing Assistant
VA Medical Center
01.2022 - 10.2024
Travel CNA (PRN)
LeaderStat
01.2022 - 04.2022
CNA
North Florida Regional Medical Center
01.2021 - 01.2022
Student Nurse Clinical Rotations
Practical Nursing Diploma -
Galen College of Nursing
Registered Pharmacy Technician -
Ultimate Medical Academy
Assistant Medical Administration - Insurance & Coding Specialist
Florida Technical College
High School Diploma -
Loften High School