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Dalaigsha Taylor

Summary

Dedicated and compassionate graduate nurse with a certificate in Licensed Practical Nursing (LPN) from Harrisburg Area Community College. Equipped with extensive clinical experience in diverse healthcare settings, including acute care, long-term care, and community health. Skilled in patient assessment, medication administration, and electronic medical records (EMR) management. Seeking an opportunity to contribute to a community health team, leveraging clinical skills, cultural competence, and a deep commitment to public health.

Overview

6
6
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification

Work History

Student Nurse

UPMC-Harrisburg
05.2024 - 11.2024
  • Completed clinical rotations in various healthcare settings, including medical-surgical, pediatrics, and obstetrics
  • Administered medications and treatments under the supervision of registered nurses
  • Assisted with patient assessments, including vital signs monitoring and documentation
  • Provided direct patient care, ensuring comfort and safety at all times
  • Collaborated with interdisciplinary healthcare team members to develop and implement individualized care plans
  • Maintained accurate patient records, documenting observations, interventions, and outcomes
  • Provided emotional support for patients experiencing pain or distressing symptoms

Senior Patient Care Technician

UPMC Harrisburg
05.2023 - 10.2024
  • Performs the UPMC nursing core nursing assistant responsibilities (blood glucose, weights, vital signs, I&O, specimen collections and Foley care) AND at least some of the following tasks: 12 lead EKG, simple dressing, Foley catheter removal, point of care testing, bladder scan, or IV catheter removal
  • Provides patient care including assisting with patient procedures and activities of daily living
  • Assists with physical, respiratory and cardiopulmonary therapies
  • Provides feedback to the RN regarding patient care and reports changes in patient status

Student Nurse

Bethany Village
01.2024 - 09.2024
  • Assisted with daily living activities (ADLs) for elderly residents
  • Administered medications and monitored patient responses
  • Collaborated with interdisciplinary teams to develop care plans
  • Provided emotional support and health education to patients and their families

Patient Service Representative

UPMC-Harrisburg
02.2023 - 05.2023
  • Complete check-in/registration for UPMC REACCH patients
  • Assist with administrative and scheduling tasks such as faxing, scanning, answering/routing phone calls, scheduling medical appointments for patients

Direct Care Worker

Maxim Healthcare Services
04.2022 - 01.2023
  • Provide support to clients who need assistance with personal care/hygiene and housekeeping duties
  • Document completed tasks
  • Run errands
  • Complete annual/monthly trainings for compliance

Temporary Nurse Aide

HCR ManorCare
04.2020 - 06.2021
  • Provide Patient care and assist with ADLs
  • Assist with breakfast and lunch trays
  • Maintain cleanliness of patient rooms, linen and clothing
  • Work under supervision of CNA as a temporary nurse aid

Nursing Assistant

UPMC Pinnacle Health Hospital
04.2019 - 10.2019
  • Worked in a hospital
  • Took care of approximately 6-8 elderly and disabled patients daily
  • Monitored vital signs
  • Served meals
  • Aided patients with personal hygiene
  • Provided patients/residents with care and companionship

Education

College Degree - Practical Nursing

Harrisburg Area Community College
Harrisburg, PA
12.2024

High school or equivalent -

Scitech High School
Harrisburg, PA
12.2016

Skills

  • Medication Administration
  • Patient Assessment
  • Patient Care
  • Vital Signs
  • Wound Care
  • Infection Control
  • IV Therapy
  • Chronic Disease Management
  • Patient Education
  • Immunizations
  • Medical Documentation
  • Hospital Experience
  • Catheter Care

Certification

  • CNA
  • BLS Certification
  • CPR Certification

Timeline

Student Nurse

UPMC-Harrisburg
05.2024 - 11.2024

Student Nurse

Bethany Village
01.2024 - 09.2024

Senior Patient Care Technician

UPMC Harrisburg
05.2023 - 10.2024

Patient Service Representative

UPMC-Harrisburg
02.2023 - 05.2023

Direct Care Worker

Maxim Healthcare Services
04.2022 - 01.2023

Temporary Nurse Aide

HCR ManorCare
04.2020 - 06.2021

Nursing Assistant

UPMC Pinnacle Health Hospital
04.2019 - 10.2019

High school or equivalent -

Scitech High School

College Degree - Practical Nursing

Harrisburg Area Community College

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