Dawn Brown
Chatom,AL
Summary
Skilled Licensed Practical Nurse with solid background working in various environments supervising staff to deliver exceptional patient care and nursing support. Highly observant, detail-oriented and dedicated to high-quality, cost-effective healthcare. Holds a multistate licensed to practice as a Licensed Practical Nurse.
Overview
18
18
years of professional experience
Work History
Licensed Practical Nurse
Washington County Nursing Home
Chatom, AL 36518
07.2021 - Current
- Administered medications and treatments according to established protocols.
- Provided behavioral and emotional support and closely supervised patients suffering from dementia and Alzheimer's.
- Evaluated nursing intervention outcomes by conferring with other healthcare team members.
- Communicated effectively with patients, family members, healthcare team members, and other stakeholders regarding patient care plans or concerns.
Licensed Practical Nurse
Hometown Hospice and HomeCare
Jackson, AL 36545
09.2016 - 07.2021
- Collaborated with other healthcare professionals to develop individualized plans of care for each patient.
- Maintained thorough, accurate and confidential documentation in electronic medical records.
- Performed physical assessments to identify any changes in the patient's condition or needs.
- Responded to emergency situations with speed, expertise and level-headed approaches to provide optimal care.
Pharmacy Manager
Wexford Health Services
Leaksville, MS 39451
03.2013 - 09.2016
- Coordinated with physicians' offices to obtain medical records when needed for prescription processing.
- Ordered inventory on weekly basis to meet anticipated demand and reduce backorders.
- Dispensed medications after reviewing and interpreting prescriptions from healthcare providers.
- Managed daily operations of the pharmacy, including staffing, scheduling and inventory control.
Licensed Practical Nurse
Washington County Nursing Home
Chatom, AL 36518
03.2006 - 03.2013
- Coordinated, tasked and supervised nurses and ancillary staff based on staffing requirements.
- Conducted daily rounds to assess patient conditions, evaluate progress towards goals, and document changes in status or plan of care as needed.
- Collaborated with other departments such as pharmacy, laboratory services, physical therapy, to ensure proper delivery of services.
- Advised, coached and mentored experienced and student nurses on medical issues, crisis management and appropriate nursing interventions.
Education
Associate of Science - Licensed Practical Nurse
Alabama Southern Community College
Thomasville, ALAssociate of Applied Science - Business Administration and Management
Bishop State Community College
Mobile, ALSkills
- Family Communication
- Patient Intake
- Samples Collection
- Clinical Documentation
- Wound Care
- Patient Assessments
- Chronic Disease Management
- Medication Dispensing
References
References available upon request.
Timeline
Licensed Practical Nurse
Washington County Nursing Home
07.2021 - Current
Licensed Practical Nurse
Hometown Hospice and HomeCare
09.2016 - 07.2021
Pharmacy Manager
Wexford Health Services
03.2013 - 09.2016
Licensed Practical Nurse
Washington County Nursing Home
03.2006 - 03.2013
Associate of Science - Licensed Practical Nurse
Alabama Southern Community College
Associate of Applied Science - Business Administration and Management
Bishop State Community College
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