David Miller
Baton Rouge,LA
Summary
Dedicated Licensed Practical Nurse offering 10 years background managing nursing staff, delegating assignments and assessing patient conditions in the Air force Reserves and on the civilian side. Compact Multistate Licensed Practical Nurse offering 10+ years of healthcare experience. Proficient in delivering exceptional nursing care, triaging conditions and supporting diverse patient needs. Effective at tracking vitals and responses to treatments, administering medications and transcribing orders. Competent in Phlebotomy, working in high-volume, fast-paced hospital settings. Highly knowledgeable in routine blood drawing procedures and using vacutainer tubes, tourniquets, syringes, butterfly needles and straight needles. Labeling and processing samples and specimens.
Overview
18
18
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Licensed Practical Nurse
Premier Lake Urgent Care
2021.07 - Current
- Documented vital signs and health history for patients in clinic and hospital environments.
- Directed patients to exam rooms, fielded questions, and prepared for physician examinations.
- Assisted with routine checks and diagnostic testing by collecting and processing specimens.
- Sanitized, restocked, and organized exam rooms and medical equipment.
- Called and faxed pharmacies to submit prescriptions and refills.
- Kept medical supplies in sufficient stock by monitoring levels and submitting replenishment orders before depleted.
- Gathered lab specimens, ordered testing, and interpreted results to diagnose patients.
- Administered controlled narcotics, inserted IVs, and performed catheterizations.
- Evaluated patients to identify and address wounds, behavioral concerns, and medically relevant symptoms.
- Assisted with admissions, appointments, transfers, and discharges.
- Documented accurate and complete patient information to address patient problems and expected outcomes.
Immunization Nurse
US Air Force Reserves
2021.08 - Current
- NCOIC of The 403rd ASTS Medical Squadron Immunization Clinic
- Supervised performance of 7 clinical staff, identifying areas requiring immediate improvement.
- Safely administered vaccinations, providing education to military members on vaccines, dosage, indications, precautions, contraindications and potential side effects.
- Inspected stocks to identify shortages, replenish vaccines and supplies maintaining consistent inventory.
- Coordinates with higher echelons to conduct annual mass flu vaccinations.
Police Officer
Gonzales Police Department
2020.03 - 2020.08
- Monitored crowded public areas and events to mitigate risk and promote safety.
- Assisted in special investigations and crime prevention programs.
- Handled citation and traffic violation paperwork.
- Conducted searches of individuals, vehicles and premises.
- Monitored criminal activity in community to identify suspicious activity.
- Built excellent rapport and working relationship with community to build trust and improve upon communication.
- Monitored traffic violations, issuing citations as necessary.
- Recorded facts to prepare reports documenting incidents and activities.
- Apprehended offenders and conducted interviews and interrogations.
- Secured crime scenes, gathered evidence, and questioned witnesses.
Medical Technician /LPN
United States Air Force Reserve
2006.01 - Current
- Supported diagnoses by taking blood samples from patients for laboratory testing.
- Gathered lab specimens, ordered testing, and interpreted results to diagnose patients.
- Used aseptic techniques to provide sterilized wound care and dressing applications.
- Monitor and record patient's vital signs
- Maintain accurate records of different patient allergens and medical histories
- Administer medications on a timely basis according to the physician's instructions
- Collect blood and urine samples and label them accurately
- Bathe, dress patients, and assist them with toileting
- Carry out wound dressings and administer compresses
- Report the patient's recovery status to the doctors and RNs
- Communicate the patient's condition and progress to the respective families with an empathetic approach
- Insert and look after patients with urinary tubes
- Care for patients in ventilators
- Maintain and record inventory of medical supplies, medicines, and equipment
- Perform administrative duties like admitting, discharging, and transferring patients
- Assist doctors and RNs (Registered Nurses) to perform tests, etc.
Sheriff's Deputy
East Baton Rouge Parish Sheriffs Office
2008.07 - 2020.03
- Participated in continuous firearms proficiency, defensive driving and arrest technique training.
- Identified, pursued and arrested suspects and perpetrators of criminal acts.
- Conducted searches of individuals, vehicles and premises.
- Investigated incidents and crimes, collected evidence, and recorded witness statements.
- Maintained structure and security during court proceedings.
- Provided public safety assistance at community events to maintain safe and secure environments.
- Patrolled designated areas in patrol vehicle and on foot to identify security and safety issues.
- Monitored crowded public areas and events to mitigate risk and promote safety.
Education
Associate of Applied Science - EMT/ License Practical Nurse
Medical Education & Training Campus (METC)
San Angelo, TX11.2013
High School Diploma -
East Ascension High School
Gonzales, LA06.1989
Skills
- Foley Catheter Insertion and Removal
- Wound Care and Irrigation
- Knowledge of EKG Rhythm Interpretation
- EKG Set Up and Monitoring
- Patient Vital Sign Monitoring
- Patient Triage
- Medical Chart Management
- Tracheostomy Care
- Monitor IV Fluids
- Wound Dressing and Suturing
- Intramuscular Injections
- Postoperative Care
Certification
- Licensed Practical Nurse - Compact Multi-state (Missouri)
- EMT - Certified/Licensed Emergency Medical Technician
- Certified Tactical Combat Casualty Care, (TCCC) U.S. Airforce Reserves -
- Certified Pediatric Advanced Life support (PALS) American Red Cross /US Air Force Reserves
- Certified Adult Cardiac Life Support (ACLS) American Red Cross / US Air Force Reserves
- Basic Life saving Skills (BLS) American Red Cross / US Air Force Reserves
Timeline
Immunization Nurse
US Air Force Reserves
2021.08 - Current
Licensed Practical Nurse
Premier Lake Urgent Care
2021.07 - Current
Police Officer
Gonzales Police Department
2020.03 - 2020.08
Sheriff's Deputy
East Baton Rouge Parish Sheriffs Office
2008.07 - 2020.03
Medical Technician /LPN
United States Air Force Reserve
2006.01 - Current
Associate of Applied Science - EMT/ License Practical Nurse
Medical Education & Training Campus (METC)
High School Diploma -
East Ascension High School
- Licensed Practical Nurse - Compact Multi-state (Missouri)
- EMT - Certified/Licensed Emergency Medical Technician
- Certified Tactical Combat Casualty Care, (TCCC) U.S. Airforce Reserves -
- Certified Pediatric Advanced Life support (PALS) American Red Cross /US Air Force Reserves
- Certified Adult Cardiac Life Support (ACLS) American Red Cross / US Air Force Reserves
- Basic Life saving Skills (BLS) American Red Cross / US Air Force Reserves
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