Deja Adams
San Antonio,TX
Summary
Hardworking and compassionate professional known for a strong work ethic, reliability, and dedication to helping others. Thrives in fast-paced environments while maintaining attention to detail and a positive attitude. Committed to providing excellent support, building trust, and making a meaningful impact through empathy and professionalism. Continuously focused on personal growth and delivering high-quality results in every task.
Overview
8
8
years of professional experience
Work History
Private Duty Licensed Practical Nurse
Angels of Care Pediatric Home Health
06.2024 - Current
- Implemented infection control protocols throughout the care process.
- Identified potential risks or complications related to patient medical conditions or treatments.
- Utilized problem-solving skills to develop creative solutions to challenging patients with neurological disorders.
- Provided compassionate care to patients in a private home setting.
- Provided emotional support and encouragement to patients and families during difficult times.
- Demonstrated excellent communication skills when interacting with patients and their families.
Charge Licensed Vocational Psych Nurse
Legend Oaks South San Antonio
03.2023 - 03.2024
- Demonstrated ability to multitask effectively while managing competing priorities simultaneously.
- Evaluated effectiveness of nursing interventions by assessing client responses using observation techniques.
- Deescalated patients with psychiatric disorders during manic episodes and/or depression who showed signs of self harm.
- Implemented care plans for psychiatric patients with disorders who have a plan for treatment.
- Monitor for improvement of behavioral health. Provided comfort care to help patients feel loved and cared for
- Counseled patients on preventative health measures such as immunizations, nutritional guidelines, exercise routines and weight management techniques.
- Collaborated with healthcare team to assess patient needs and develop treatment plans.
- Supervised nurses' aides and assistants.
- Observed patients, charted, and reporting changes in patients' conditions, such as adverse reactions to medication and treatment and taking any necessary action.
- Administered prescribed medications according to treatment plan.
- Provided direct patient care to diverse patient populations.
Graduate Vocational Nurse
Dr. Ana Y. Perez MD, Internal Medicine
01.2018 - 04.2023
- Contributed positively towards creating a safe environment for patients and staff through adherence to infection control practices.
- Facilitated referrals from primary care providers for specialty services when needed.
- Demonstrated exceptional communication skills when interacting with patients, families, and healthcare professionals.
- Assisted physicians during examinations and treatments by providing necessary supplies and equipment.
- Assessed patient needs and developed individualized plans of care that addressed those needs effectively.
- Collaborated with interdisciplinary teams to ensure comprehensive patient care was provided.
- Utilized critical thinking to develop individualized plans of care based on assessment findings.
Education
Certification - Nursing
St. Phillip's alamo college
San AntonioSkills
- Customer service
- Psychiatric nursing
- Neurological Disorder expertise
- Minor injury treatment
- Family education
- Privacy and confidentiality
- Pediatric nursing expertise
- Immunization administration
- Problem-solving
- Decision-making
- HIPAA requirements
- Conflict resolution
- Communication
- Stress management techniques
- Documentation
- Patient education
- Direct patient care
- Teamwork and collaboration
- Organizational skills
- Patient examination
- Critical thinking
- Pediatric emergency assessment, recognition and stabilization
- Acute care expertise
- Time management abilities
- Self motivation
- Multitasking
- CPR/AED
- Rehabilitation center
- Skilled nursing
- Quick learner
- Hospice care
- Infant care
- Great Co-working skills
- Reliable
Timeline
Private Duty Licensed Practical Nurse
Angels of Care Pediatric Home Health
06.2024 - Current
Charge Licensed Vocational Psych Nurse
Legend Oaks South San Antonio
03.2023 - 03.2024
Graduate Vocational Nurse
Dr. Ana Y. Perez MD, Internal Medicine
01.2018 - 04.2023
Certification - Nursing
St. Phillip's alamo college