Crystal Graham
Goree
Summary
Dedicated and compassionate Licensed Practical Nurse with extensive experience in sample collection, blood draw, IV insertion and infection control. Maintains composure and makes accurate decisions in fast-paced, unpredictable and stressful environments. History of interfacing seamlessly with doctors, specialized support services, patients and visiting families.
Overview
26
26
years of professional experience
Work History
LVN
Kent County Nursing Home
Jayton
11.2024 - Current
- Administered medications and treatments as per physician's orders.
- Monitored patient vital signs and reported changes to healthcare team.
- Assisted patients with daily activities and personal care needs.
- Observed changes in patient conditions and reported any unusual findings to supervising physician or registered nurse.
- Monitored vital signs, such as blood pressure, temperature, pulse rate and respiration rate.
- Addressed patient care needs, collected vitals, dressed wounds, and managed catheters.
- Answered patient calls, identified issues, and determined how best to provide assistance within parameters established by facility and supervisor.
- Charted changes in patient conditions and discussed concerns with supervising healthcare provider.
LVN
Haskell Healthcare Center
Haskell
01.2019 - Current
- Administered medications and treatments as per physician's orders.
- Monitored patient vital signs and reported changes to healthcare team.
- Assisted patients with daily activities and personal care needs.
- Maintained accurate patient records and documentation in electronic systems.
- Provided emotional support and comfort to patients during recovery.
- Ensured compliance with safety protocols and infection control procedures.
- Monitored vital signs, such as blood pressure, temperature, pulse rate and respiration rate.
- Addressed patient care needs, collected vitals, dressed wounds, and managed catheters.
- Assisted with the administration of injections and IV fluids to patients.
- Charted changes in patient conditions and discussed concerns with supervising healthcare provider.
City Secretary
City of Goree
Goree
08.2013 - Current
- Managed city council meeting agendas and minutes for local governance.
- Assisted in the preparation of official documents and city ordinances.
- Supervised administrative staff and delegated responsibilities effectively.
- Maintained city archives and ensured accurate recordkeeping practices.
- Managed daily office operations by developing systems for filing, scheduling appointments and responding to telephone calls.
- Participated in budget planning sessions to ensure appropriate allocation of resources.
- Responded promptly to emails from constituents regarding questions or concerns about municipal services.
- Handled customer service issues that arose between citizens and city departments.
- Created spreadsheets in Microsoft Excel for record-keeping and reporting.
- Utilized specialized software applications such as Microsoft Excel, Access, Word, QuickBooks, in order to prepare working papers or other needed documents.
- Prepared payroll tax returns for employers utilizing various software programs such as QuickBooks Online.
- Tracked customer payments utilizing specialized software programs such as QuickBooks or Sage 50.
- Processed invoices using accounting software programs such as QuickBooks or Peachtree Accounting Software Programs.
- Installed and configured various applications such as Microsoft Office Suite, Adobe Creative Suite, QuickBooks.
- Prepared daily bank deposits using Quickbooks software.
LVN
MedWay OHS
Arlington
04.2017 - 07.2023
- Conducted drug testing procedures following established protocols and guidelines.
- Collected samples and ensured proper labeling for accurate identification.
- Maintained testing equipment in compliance with safety standards and regulations.
- Communicated effectively with clients regarding testing processes and requirements.
- Calibrated equipment used in performing tests on a regular basis.
- Documented test results accurately for compliance and analysis purposes.
LVN
Haskell Memorial Hospital
Goree
09.2015 - 03.2017
- Administered medications and treatments as per physician's orders.
- Monitored patient vital signs and reported changes to healthcare team.
- Assisted patients with daily activities and personal care needs.
- Observed changes in patient conditions and reported any unusual findings to supervising physician or registered nurse.
- Monitored vital signs, such as blood pressure, temperature, pulse rate and respiration rate.
- Coordinated care provided by other healthcare professionals involved in patient's care plan.
- Addressed patient care needs, collected vitals, dressed wounds, and managed catheters.
- Charted changes in patient conditions and discussed concerns with supervising healthcare provider.
- Assisted with the administration of injections and IV fluids to patients.
- Performed basic medical procedures such as catheterization, EKGs and phlebotomy according to established protocols.
- Kept EHR updated with patients' vital statistics, tracking metrics and observations about behaviors or responses.
- Provided wound care, including dressing changes and administering intravenous medications.
- Inserted, cared for and removed patients' catheters and monitored fluid output.
- Assembled and used catheters, tracheotomy tubes or oxygen suppliers.
- Provided pre- and post-operative nursing care.
LVN
Throckmorton Nursing and Rehab
Throckmorton
08.2011 - 01.2013
LVN
Knox County Home Health
Knox City
01.2011 - 01.2013
LVN
Community Care Center
Seymour
01.2010 - 01.2011
LVN
Mollen Immunizations Clinic
01.2009 - 01.2011
LVN
Throckmorton Co Memorial Nursing
Throckmorton
01.2009 - 01.2010
LVN
Nurse Finders
Fort Worth
01.2006 - 01.2009
LVN
Health Solutions PRN Flu Clinics
Maryland
02.2008 - 12.2008
LVN
Home Health Care of NCT
Bridgeport
01.2008 - 12.2008
LVN
Trinity Healthcare
Bridgeport
01.2007 - 01.2008
LVN
Medical Staffing Network
Fort Worth
01.2006 - 01.2008
LVN
Texas Nurse Connections, LTD
Abilene
09.2000 - 01.2006
LVN
Haskell Healthcare Center
Haskell
01.2004 - 01.2005
LVN
Community Care Center
Seymour
01.2003 - 01.2005
LVN
Hamilton Hospital
Olney
01.2003 - 01.2004
LVN
United Regional Healthcare Systems
Wichita Falls
09.2000 - 01.2001
Education
High School -
Goree ISD
Goree, TxCertificate and Diploma - Licensed Vocational Nursing
Vernon Regional College
Vernon, TxSkills
- LVN license
- Certified to teach CPR through AHA
- Experience in multiple areas of the medical field
- Med surg, telemetry, emergency department, oncology, surgical post op
- Starting IV’s, running IV fluids, antibiotics, blood transfusions, TPN, monitoring chemotherapy, drawing blood
- Familiar with PICC lines, central lines and ports
- Wound care and wound vacs
- Postoperative care
- Geriatric care
- Catheter care and insertion
- Diabetes management
- Direct patient care
- EKG administration
- Patient assessment
- Medication administration
Timeline
LVN
Kent County Nursing Home
11.2024 - Current
LVN
Haskell Healthcare Center
01.2019 - Current
LVN
MedWay OHS
04.2017 - 07.2023
LVN
Haskell Memorial Hospital
09.2015 - 03.2017
City Secretary
City of Goree
08.2013 - Current
LVN
Throckmorton Nursing and Rehab
08.2011 - 01.2013
LVN
Knox County Home Health
01.2011 - 01.2013
LVN
Community Care Center
01.2010 - 01.2011
LVN
Mollen Immunizations Clinic
01.2009 - 01.2011
LVN
Throckmorton Co Memorial Nursing
01.2009 - 01.2010
LVN
Health Solutions PRN Flu Clinics
02.2008 - 12.2008
LVN
Home Health Care of NCT
01.2008 - 12.2008
LVN
Trinity Healthcare
01.2007 - 01.2008
LVN
Nurse Finders
01.2006 - 01.2009
LVN
Medical Staffing Network
01.2006 - 01.2008
LVN
Haskell Healthcare Center
01.2004 - 01.2005
LVN
Community Care Center
01.2003 - 01.2005
LVN
Hamilton Hospital
01.2003 - 01.2004
LVN
Texas Nurse Connections, LTD
09.2000 - 01.2006
LVN
United Regional Healthcare Systems
09.2000 - 01.2001
High School -
Goree ISD
Certificate and Diploma - Licensed Vocational Nursing
Vernon Regional College