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Dashina Brabham

Philadelphia,PA

Summary

At Meadowview Rehabilitation and Nursing Center, I excelled in delivering compassionate care and advanced wound care, significantly enhancing patient outcomes. My adeptness in clinical documentation and patient assessments, coupled with a strong ability to build relationships with patients and families, underscores my commitment to excellence in nursing. I'm recognized for my critical thinking and effective communication, ensuring high-quality care in fast-paced environments.

Personable and empathetic individual with passion for patient care and well-being. Solid understanding of medical terminology and patient care procedures, along with proficiency in administering medication and wound care. Committed to delivering quality healthcare and enhancing patient outcomes through compassionate and efficient care.

Overview

4
4
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification

Work History

Licensed Practical Nurse

Meadowview Rehabilitation And Nursing Center
09.2023 - Current
  • Managed time-sensitive tasks effectively under pressure while maintaining composure during critical situations or emergencies.
  • Monitored, tracked, and conveyed important patient information to healthcare staff to help optimize treatment planning and care delivery.
  • Managed patient care through closely monitoring respiration, blood pressure, and blood glucose levels.
  • Comforted and counseled patients and families throughout care process.
  • Performed routine evaluations of each patient's status, needs, and preferences.
  • Collaborated with interdisciplinary team of healthcare and social service providers to address patients' needs through effective intervention and care planning.
  • Documented accurate and complete patient information to address patient problems and expected outcomes.
  • Minimized staff and patient infection risk by cleaning and disinfecting equipment instruments.
  • Assisted with feeding and monitored intake to help patients achieve nutritional objectives.
  • Answered incoming phone calls from patients to provide basic assistance and triage medical concerns.
  • Assisted with admissions, appointments, transfers, and discharges.
  • Improved patient outcomes by administering medications, monitoring vital signs, and documenting relevant information.
  • Educated patients and families on health promotion, disease prevention, and self-care management strategies.
  • Enhanced patient care by performing comprehensive assessments and developing individualized care plans.
  • Collaborated with interdisciplinary healthcare teams to ensure continuous quality improvement in patient care delivery.
  • Provided compassionate palliative care for terminally ill patients while supporting their emotional needs during end-of-life stages.
  • Adapted quickly to changing patient needs, adjusting care plans accordingly to ensure optimal outcomes in diverse clinical scenarios.
  • Assessed patients' temperature, pulse, and blood pressure and recorded in electronic medical records.
  • Monitored patient health conditions to report changes to assigned physician.
  • Responded to patient requests with appropriate clinical and personal assistance.
  • Administered medications and injections to patients.
  • Evaluated patients to identify and address wounds, behavioral concerns, and medically relevant symptoms.
  • Delivered updates in patient status to charge nurse, recording changes in medical records.
  • Obtained patient vital signs and input/output measurements from inpatients.
  • Cared for wounds, provided treatments, and assisted with procedures.
  • Educated patients and caregivers on medical diagnoses, treatment options, chronic disease self-management and wound management.
  • Offered immediate assistance in emergency and routine paging situations to evaluate needs and deliver care.
  • Used aseptic techniques to provide sterilized wound care and dressing applications.
  • Gathered lab specimens, ordered testing, and interpreted results to diagnose patients.
  • Administered controlled narcotics, inserted IVs, and performed catheterizations.
  • Assisted physicians with diagnostic testing and procedural support for optimal treatment decisions.
  • Facilitated efficient communication between patients, families, and healthcare providers to promote continuity of care across settings.
  • Maintained a safe and therapeutic environment for patients through effective risk assessment and crisis intervention strategies.
  • Promoted a culture of teamwork through active participation in unit meetings, performance improvement initiatives, and collaborative problem-solving efforts.
  • Ensured regulatory compliance by adhering to infection control protocols and maintaining accurate documentation of patient data.
  • Contributed to organizational success by participating in accreditation surveys, quality assurance programs, and ongoing staff education activities.
  • Reduced hospital readmissions by providing thorough discharge planning and follow-up care coordination.
  • Demonstrated excellent technical skills in wound dressing changes, IV therapy administration, catheter insertion, and other routine nursing procedures.
  • Supported diagnoses by taking blood samples from patients for laboratory testing.
  • Mentored new nursing staff to enhance professional development opportunities within the team dynamic.
  • Reviewed patient history to verify conditions and current medications.
  • Clearly and thoroughly explained diagnoses, treatment options and procedures to patients and loved ones, checking in to verify understanding.
  • Took samples to complete diagnostic and routine assessment tests.
  • Circulated assigned floor to measure and record patients' fluid and food levels, implementing measures to promote healthy intake and output as necessary.

Certified Nursing Assistant

Meadowview Rehabilitation And Nursing Center
02.2021 - Current
  • Maintained patient stability by checking vital signs and weight and recording intake and outtake information.
  • Transported patients between rooms and appointments or testing locations.
  • Answered call lights and supported patient comfort and safety by adjusting bed rails and equipment.
  • Prevented pressure ulcers development through frequent turning, repositioning of patients, and diligent skin assessments.
  • Provided high-quality personal care services such as bathing, grooming, dressing, and feeding to ensure patient dignity.
  • Promoted good oral and personal hygiene by aiding patients with shaving, bathing, and teeth brushing.
  • Assisted patients with daily living activities for enhanced comfort and wellbeing.
  • Maintained a clean, safe environment by sanitizing surfaces, changing linens, and disposing of waste properly.
  • Followed directions of licensed nurses to administer medications and treatments.
  • Responded to patient requests for supplies and personal comfort items such as extra blankets.
  • Completed activities of daily living for patients unable to self-care, and assisted those with limited mobility in completing tasks.
  • Prevented cross-contamination by cleaning and sterilizing equipment.
  • Assisted with feeding and monitored intake to help patients achieve nutritional objectives.

Education

No Degree - Basic IV Therapy

Advance PICC Specialist INC
04-2024

Practical Nursing - Practical Nursing

PITC
07-2023

Skills

  • Medication administration
  • Direct patient care
  • Vital signs monitoring
  • HIPAA compliance
  • Wound care
  • Compassionate care
  • Physical assessment
  • Clinical documentation
  • Geriatric care
  • Vital signs
  • Clinical judgment
  • Patient care
  • Patient assessments
  • Documentation accuracy
  • Medication dispensing
  • Diabetes management
  • Immunization administration
  • Infection control
  • Family communication
  • Catheter care
  • Documenting intake
  • Breathing treatments
  • Health education
  • Patient evaluations
  • Emergency response
  • Patient relationship building
  • ADL assistance
  • Healthcare software proficiency
  • Patient intake
  • Caregiving skills
  • Transcribing orders
  • Palliative care
  • Staff supervision
  • Pulse oximetry tracking
  • Patient management
  • Behavioral assessment
  • Rehabilitation techniques
  • Chronic disease management
  • Mental health support
  • Writing reports
  • Medical office administration
  • Maintaining nutrition
  • Regulatory requirements
  • Verbal and written communication
  • Pain management
  • Preoperative care
  • Patient safety protocols
  • Quality assurance
  • Anatomy
  • Tuberculosis testing
  • HIPAA protocols
  • Charting and recording
  • Biomedical hazard disposal
  • Documenting incidents
  • Licensed practical nurse
  • Licensed practical nurse
  • Caring for wounds
  • Staff direction and task delegation
  • Multi-tasking and prioritization
  • Samples collection
  • Psychotropic medications
  • Educating families
  • Counting narcotics
  • Certified in CPR/AED
  • Critical thinking
  • Patient charting
  • Attention to detail
  • Patient education
  • Responsible and dependable
  • Dementia knowledge and care
  • CPR/AED
  • Strong clinical judgment
  • Adaptable and flexible
  • Intravenous medications
  • Specimen collection
  • Patient support
  • Nursing intervention evaluations

Certification

  • Basic Life Support (BLS) Certification - American Heart Association.
  • Licensed Practical Nurse (LPN) - [State] Board of Nursing.
  • Long-Term Care Certification for LPNs/LVNs – Various Continuing Education Providers.
  • Intravenous Therapy Certification – State Boards or Approved Providers.

Languages

English
Full Professional
Spanish
Limited Working

Timeline

Licensed Practical Nurse

Meadowview Rehabilitation And Nursing Center
09.2023 - Current

Certified Nursing Assistant

Meadowview Rehabilitation And Nursing Center
02.2021 - Current

No Degree - Basic IV Therapy

Advance PICC Specialist INC

Practical Nursing - Practical Nursing

PITC

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