Crystal Terry
Washington,DC
Summary
Dynamic LPN bringing 3+ years of treating patients and coordinating care with other healthcare staff. Proven history of leveraging critical thinking, analysis and medical knowledge to deliver superior care in high-pressure environments. Experienced working in Emergency adults unit, Pre-OP and PACU care and MedSurg. Holds active BLS, ACLS, and PALS certifications. Also holds active Compact License from the state of Virginia (#0002101674), EMR Systems: EPIC and PCC.
Overview
12
12
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Emergency Room Nurse
UM Laurel Medical Center
- Performed patient triage.
- Obtained patient vitals and patient history.
- Started Intravenous Lines & Assist with Midlines, Intraosseous, and PICC line insertions.
- Performed patient assessment and prepped patients for procedures.
- Assisted with Codes & Rapid response.
- Collected general lab Specimens.
- Administered medications and COVID testing.
Licensed Practical Nurse, ED
Medstar Southern Maryland Hospital
07.2023 - Current
- Establishes effective relationships with the patient/ family to facilitate the development a patient centered care plan unique to the individuals care needs.
- Collaborates with other healthcare team members to implement a plan of care and education to maintain and restore health and prevent complications.
- Organizes, prioritizes, and cares for groups of patients under the direction of the Registered Nurse.
- Communicates verbal and written reports that describe care delivered to patients to the RN and the health care team as they occur.
- Contributes to the implementation of the unit objectives and performance improvement activities.
- Maintains a safe and orderly patient/unit environment.
- Directs and supervises patient care associates, demonstrates professional judgement, problem-solving techniques, and time-management principles.
Licensed Practical Nurse
Stan Healthcare Agency
06.2021 - Current
- Assesses, plans, implements, and evaluates patient care plans in consultation with healthcare professionals.
- Evaluates medical information, as well as providing direct and individualized bedside nursing care to pre-and post-surgery patients.
- Prepares, administers and records prescribes medications,
- Changes dressings, inserts catheters, and starts IVs.
- Adjusts specialized medical equipment as needed and and records measurements.
- Monitors patients' vitals and reporting adverse reactions to medications in a timely manner.
- Collaborates on discharge planning with healthcare team.
- Answers questions and educates patients and their families on surgical procedures and post-surgery care.
- Adhering to best nursing practices, standards, and protocols.
Licensed Practical Nurse - PRN
Gastro Health (Fairfax, VA)
05.2021 - 01.2022
- Performed patient pre-op and PACU care.
- Roomed patients and obtain patient vitals and history while obtaining complete patient surgical history.
- Prepped patient for surgery and start patient IVs and administered patient fluids.
- Orientated patients and discontinue IVs.
- Performed patient discharge and assist with discharge planning.
Phlebotomist
Bio Reference/Quest Diagnostics
04.2012 - 04.2021
- Collected blood and urine samples bases on physicians tested ordered.
- Used biohazard guidelines for the disposal of needles and other biohazard materials.
- Utilized Universal Precautions during all patient contact to protect against blood-borne pathogens.
- Notified nurse or physician of any signs of anxiety, light-headedness or actual blackout while performing venipuncture.
- Counseled patients before venipuncture admin.
- Verified insurance eligibility.
- Ordered necessary office and medical supplies.
- Ensure lab areas are clean and sterilize.
Education
LPN Diploma -
ECPI University
Virginia Beach, VA01.2021
Skills
- Staff Nurse
- EMR Systems
- Medication Administration
- Experience Administering Injections
- Vital Signs
- Patient Care
- Collection specimens
- Controlling infection
- Assistance with ambulance services
- Administering Medicine
Certification
- Basic Life Support Certification, 07/2024
- ACLS, 07/2024
- PALS (AHA), 07/2024
- Compact License from the state of Virginia (#0002101674), 12/2023
References
References available Upon request
Timeline
Licensed Practical Nurse, ED
Medstar Southern Maryland Hospital
07.2023 - Current
Licensed Practical Nurse
Stan Healthcare Agency
06.2021 - Current
Licensed Practical Nurse - PRN
Gastro Health (Fairfax, VA)
05.2021 - 01.2022
Phlebotomist
Bio Reference/Quest Diagnostics
04.2012 - 04.2021
Emergency Room Nurse
UM Laurel Medical Center
LPN Diploma -
ECPI University
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