Deanna Davis
St. Petersburg,FL
Summary
Dedicated, thoughtful and well-qualified LPN offering proven skills in patient care, medication administration and treatment implementation. Detail-oriented, responsive and proficient in routine care and emergency response. Brings 26+ year record in the nursing field. With background of long term care, assisted living, hospital, urgent care, physician office and home health care experience.
Overview
8
8
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
LPN Charge Nurse
St Petersburg Nursing and Rehabilitation Center
St. Petersburg, FL
06.2023 - 12.2023
- Documented adverse patient reactions to medications and reported findings to supervisors.
- Collaborated with supervisor to prepare nursing assessment summaries and health care plans.
- Implemented new floor assignments based on evaluation of staffing requirements.
- Collected biological samples from patients and performed routine lab tests to support diagnosis.
- Documented patient medical histories, current symptoms and vitals.
- Addressed patient care needs, collected vitals, dressed wounds and managed catheters.
- Answered patients' calls to determine how to assist.
- Educated patients on wound and disease self-management techniques.
- Delivered emotional, psychological and spiritual support to patients and families to promote compassionate environment.
- Identified potential problems or risks that could affect patient outcomes.
- Observed strict confidentiality and safeguarded all patient-related information.
- Assessed patients' health conditions and monitored changes in their condition.
- Administered medications in accordance with policies and legal limitations.
- Administered medications and therapies in accordance with physicians orders.
- Supervised the activities of other nursing staff members and provided guidance when necessary.
- Guaranteed exceptional care quality by correctly administering medication, inserting and caring for catheters, dressing and changing wounds and assisting with personal hygiene.
- Ensured all safety protocols were followed during patient care.
- Advocated for patients by respecting and supporting values, basic rights and beliefs.
- Responded promptly to emergency situations as needed.
- Maintained strict patient data procedures to comply with HIPAA laws and prevent information breaches.
- Monitored medication administration for accuracy, compliance, and effectiveness of treatment plan.
- Charted changes in patient conditions and discussed concerns with supervising healthcare provider.
Dispatcher Office Assistant
ATL Inc
Clearwater, FL
06.2021 - 03.2023
- Organized and maintained filing systems for documents related to the dispatch office.
- Monitored radio communications between drivers, supervisors and dispatchers.
- Created daily logs of dispatched vehicles and personnel.
- Analyzed data collected from previous trips in order to optimize future routes.
- Handled incoming calls and directed callers to appropriate department or employee.
- Provided customer service support to clients seeking assistance with transportation services.
- Offered reception coverage to relieve staff during absences or breaks.
- Assisted dispatchers in answering phone calls, emails and other inquiries.
- Tracked shipments using GPS technology in order to provide real-time status updates.
- Promoted high customer satisfaction by resolving problems with knowledgeable and friendly service.
- Displayed strong telephone etiquette, effectively handling difficult calls.
Extrusion Operator
Elbex corp
Kent, OH
03.2018 - 08.2020
- Adjusted machine settings to control speed, temperature, pressure and other variables as needed.
- Updated product line equipment to meet production needs, resolve problems and maximize quality.
- Trained new employees on proper operation of extrusion machinery.
- Set dials and controls on machine to create products of correct size, shape, and thickness.
- Conducted daily inspections of machinery before use to identify potential issues or hazards.
- Recorded data related to production processes in a logbook for future reference.
- Troubleshot any malfunctions or breakdowns in the extrusion process and made necessary repairs or adjustments.
- Achieved and maintained positive attitude during normal and complex challenges.
Family Caregiver
Mother
Ravenna, OH
02.2016 - 01.2018
- Assisted with meal planning to meet nutritional plans.
- Followed safe lifting and transferring techniques to transport family member
- Organized medications for family members and administered them according to directions.
- Encouraged family member to participate in activities of daily living to enhance personal dignity.
- Transported family member to medical appointments and other errands as needed.
- Contacted medical providers on behalf of family member to follow up on appointments.
- Helped develop treatment plans in collaboration with physicians and other medical staff.
- Observed family member for changes in physical, emotional, mental or behavioral condition and injuries.
- Assisted family member with daily activities, such as bathing, dressing and grooming.
Education
Florida Nursing Remedial Course - Nursing Theory And Clinical Refresher
Veritas Nursing Academy
Tampa, FL06-2023
Practical Nursing - Practical Nursing
Akron School of Practical Nursing
Akron, OH07-1991
High School Diploma -
Rootstown/Ward Davis Bldg High School
Rootstown, OH06-1987
Some College (No Degree) - Nursing Intended
Walsh College
Canton, OHSkills
- Medication Administration
- Patient Needs Assessment
- Patient Counseling and Support
- Direct Patient Care
- Patient Vital Sign Monitoring
- Verbal and Written Communication
- HIPAA Compliance
- Patient Observation
- Patient Education
- Wound Care
- Specimen Collection
- Needs Assessment
- Patient Charting
- Nursing Staff Supervision
- Infection Control
- Call Answering and Assistance
- Dietary Requirements and Restrictions
- Nursing Intervention Evaluations
- Strong Clinical Judgment
- Conflict Resolution
- Critical Thinking
- Adaptable and Flexible
- Dementia Knowledge and Care
- Analytical Thinking
- Interdisciplinary Team Collaboration
- Responsible and Dependable
- Procedure Explanation
- Conditions Reporting
- Attention to Detail
Certification
- Florida licensed practical nurse PN 5259096
Professional References
- Donna Wells RN (330) 442-1300
- Kim Schultz (727) 403-0859
- Melissa Glazier RN (727) 564-3685
References
References available upon request.
Timeline
LPN Charge Nurse
St Petersburg Nursing and Rehabilitation Center
06.2023 - 12.2023
Dispatcher Office Assistant
ATL Inc
06.2021 - 03.2023
Extrusion Operator
Elbex corp
03.2018 - 08.2020
Family Caregiver
Mother
02.2016 - 01.2018
Florida Nursing Remedial Course - Nursing Theory And Clinical Refresher
Veritas Nursing Academy
Practical Nursing - Practical Nursing
Akron School of Practical Nursing
High School Diploma -
Rootstown/Ward Davis Bldg High School
Some College (No Degree) - Nursing Intended
Walsh College
- Florida licensed practical nurse PN 5259096
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