DEJA THOMAS
CONYERS,GA
Summary
Dedicated and compassionate Self-motivated, LPN with proven bedside manner, clinical skills, and diagnostic support experience. I Specialize in Acute patient care and I have extensive experience in sample collection, blood draw, IV insertion, and infection control. I Maintain composure and make accurate decisions in fast-paced, unpredictable, and stressful environments. I have a History of interfacing seamlessly with doctors, specialized support services, patients, and visiting families along with managing and documenting current conditions to effectively support patients and work within a multidisciplinary healthcare team to enhance patient outcomes.
Overview
1
1
year of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
LPN
Piedmont Hospital
CONYERS, GA
02.2023 - Current
- Observed patients for any changes in their condition or behavior, and reported findings to the supervisor or physician in charge.
- Ensured that all medications were administered accurately and on time as prescribed by the physician.
- Performed wound care including changing dressings, cleaning wounds, applying ointments and medications, and providing other necessary treatments.
- Prepared equipment for use during treatments such as setting up IV lines or placing catheters correctly according to hospital policies.
- Coordinated with interdisciplinary team members such as doctors, nurses and social workers to ensure quality patient care was provided.
- Participated in educational programs to keep up-to-date on new developments in nursing practice.
- Monitored patient's respiration activity, blood pressure and blood glucose levels in response to medical administration.
LPN, Private Duty
Tranquility Personal Care Homes
Lithonia, GA
02.2023 - 05.2023
- Provided direct physical and emotional support to patients and their families.
- Maintained accurate medical records of each patient's health condition.
- Ensured that all medications were administered accurately and on time as prescribed by the physician.
- Observed patients for any changes in their condition or behaviour, reported findings to the supervisor or physician in charge.
- Developed individualized plans of care for each patient based on assessment data collected.
- Educated staff members regarding infection control protocols or best practices when caring for a particular type of illness or injury.
- Managed inventory levels of medical supplies within the unit ensuring adequate stock is always available.
- Looked for physical, emotional and symptomatic changes in patient condition and obtained necessary care for medical concerns.
- Collected and documented vital signs to track current patient conditions.
- Communicated concerns regarding patients' status, care and environment to nursing supervisors, clinical care supervisors and case managers.
- Charted changes in patient conditions and discussed concerns with supervising healthcare provider.
- Documented patient medical histories, current symptoms and vitals.
Education
Practical Nursing
Albany Technical College
Albany, GA11.2022
Skills
- Emergency Response
- Clinical Documentation
- Patient Intake
- Wound Care
- Outpatient Care
- ADL Assistance
- Inpatient Care
- Behavioral Assessment
- Multi-Tasking and Prioritization
- Empathetic and Compassionate
Certification
- Licensed Practical Nursing
- ALS Certification
- BLS Certification
Timeline
LPN
Piedmont Hospital
02.2023 - Current
LPN, Private Duty
Tranquility Personal Care Homes
02.2023 - 05.2023
Practical Nursing
Albany Technical College