DANIELLE BENJAMIN
Abingdon,MD
Summary
Compassionate and dedicated new graduate Licensed Practical Nurse with 2+ years of hands-on patient care experience as a CNA in a long-term care setting. Skilled in delivering high-quality, patient-centered care, monitoring vital signs, supporting activities of daily living, and collaborating with interdisciplinary teams. Known for strong clinical judgment, reliability, and excellent communication. Eager to transition into an LPN role to provide safe, effective nursing care and improve patient outcomes.
Overview
5
5
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Certified Nursing Assistant
Lorien Health Services
Bel Air, MD
07.2024 - Current
- Provide direct patient care, including assistance with activities of daily living, feeding, bathing, dressing, and mobility support.
- Accurately measure and record vital signs, intake/output, and report significant changes to nursing staff.
- Maintain patient comfort and safety by following infection control protocols and assisting with transfers and repositioning.
- Support nursing staff with documentation and communication to ensure continuity of care.
- Clinical Experience
- Practical Nursing Student (LPN Clinical Rotations)
- Fair Oaks Health & Rehabilitation Center
- Performed wound care and dressing changes following proper sterile technique
- Provided tracheostomy care, including cleaning and suctioning
- Inserted and maintained urinary catheters
- Administered medications under supervision in accordance with facility protocols
- Monitored and recorded vital signs, reporting abnormalities promptly
- Assisted patients with activities of daily living (ADLs)
- Cherrydale Health & Rehabilitation Center
- Delivered direct patient care in a long-term care setting
- Performed wound care and supported infection control practices
- Assisted with tracheostomy and catheter care
- Administered medications under nurse supervision
- Accurately documented patient status and care provided
- Supported mobility, hygiene, and overall patient comfort
Caregiver
Private Care
Abingdon, MD
02.2021 - 06.2024
- Assisted clients with daily living activities, medication reminders, and mobility assistance.
- Monitored and documented vital signs, changes in condition, and coordinated with families and healthcare providers.
- Provided companionship and emotional support, promoting overall well-being.
- Maintained a structured care plan to ensure consistency and high standards of care.
Education
LPN -
Standard College
Falls Church, VA01-2026
Bachelor of Science - Business Management
Towson University
Towson, MD01-2017
Skills
- Patient Assessment
- Daily Living Assistance
- Vital Signs Monitoring
- Reporting
- Administrative Support
- Medication Administration
- Wound Care
- Trache Care
- Infection Control
- HIPAA Compliance
- Problem Solving
Certification
- Licensed Practical Nurse
- Certified Nursing Assistant
- Maryland Board of Nursing
- CPR Certification, American Red Cross
Timeline
Certified Nursing Assistant
Lorien Health Services
07.2024 - Current
Caregiver
Private Care
02.2021 - 06.2024
Bachelor of Science - Business Management
Towson University
LPN -
Standard College