Licensed Practical Nurse with nearly 10 years of experienc. I am committed to delivering compassionate patient care, with a focus on medication administration and crisis intervention. Demonstrates exceptional time management and patient care skills, ensuring accurate medical records and effective collaboration with healthcare teams. Eager to leverage advanced communication abilities and readiness to learn in a dynamic healthcare environment anda passion to become a correctional nurse.
Overview
5
5
years of professional experience
Work History
Licensed Practical Nurse
West Virginia Veterans Nursing Facility
Clarksburg
02.2023 - Current
Provided emotional support to patients and their families during challenging times.
Assisted in providing mental health assessments and screening to patients.
Attended interdisciplinary team meetings which included psychiatrists, psychologists, social workers and other medical professionals in order to discuss treatment goals for each client.
Administered medications to patients as prescribed by psychiatrists or physicians.
Acted as an advocate for clients by offering emotional support and advocating for needed services from community resources.
Maintained accurate records of client data including intake forms, assessment results, diagnoses information, treatment plans, progress notes and discharge summaries.
Participated in regular clinical supervision meetings with supervisors and mentors in order to review cases and receive feedback regarding best practices in working with clients who have mental illnesses.
Provided support and guidance to colleagues to maintain a collaborative work environment.
Maintained updated knowledge through continuing education and advanced training.
Prescribed topical medications, antibiotics, oral medications and other treatments as appropriate.
Maintained accurate records of medications dispensed.
Administered medications according to physician orders.
Prescribed medications for pain management.
Administered medications under supervision of nursing staff including oral medications, topical creams and ointments, injections .
Administered medications, including intravenous injections and oral medications.
Administered medications per physician instructions.
Administered psychotropic medications according to established protocols.
Monitored vital signs closely during patient assessment phases.
Monitored patients' vital signs during exams as necessary.
Monitored patient's vital signs during treatment sessions.
Recorded patient vital signs for medical review.
Conducted regular performance reviews to assess individual team member progress.
Maintained a positive work environment that promoted collaboration between team members.
Collaborated with other departments to ensure alignment of goals across teams.
Licensed Practical Nurse
St. George Medical Clinic
Parsons
01.2020 - 12.2024
Provided comprehensive patient care at St. George Medical Clinic, administering medications and treatments while maintaining detailed medical records and coordinating with healthcare team
Monitored vital signs and patient conditions, documented observations, and implemented care plans while ensuring compliance with medical protocols
Assessed patient needs, developed care strategies, and tracked treatment outcomes while maintaining accurate documentation and medical histories
Led emergency response protocols and managed complex patient cases while streamlining medication administration systems to enhance care delivery efficiency
Education
LICENSED PRACTICAL NURSE -
Randolph Technical Center
Elkins, WV
03.2016
HIGH SCHOOL DIPLOMA -
Tucker County High School
Hambleton, WV
06.2009
Skills
Administering and monitoring psychotropic medications