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DELORIS ELLIS

Atlanta,GA

Summary

Proficient, dependable and caring nursing team member offering over 15 years of patient-facing clinical experience. Addresses patient needs with compassionate care and attention to detail. Diligent about maximizing satisfaction, safety and wellness while serving patients of all backgrounds. Seeking to use decades of experience to further nursing career in a facility that puts patients first.

Overview

38
38
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification

Work History

Licensed Practical Nurse

Meadowbrooke Health & Rehab
06.2018 - Current
  • Provide NGT feeding, dressing changes, sub injections, and iv fluids
  • Administer medication, compiled assessments and implemented isolation standards
  • Manage patient care through closely monitoring respiration, blood pressure, and blood glucose levels.
  • Care for wounds, provide treatments, and assist with procedures.

LPN

Pruitt Healthcare
06.2012 - 08.2017
  • Used aseptic techniques to provide sterilized wound care and dressing applications.
  • Delivered updates in patient status to charge nurse, recording changes in medical records.
  • Collaborated with interdisciplinary team of healthcare and social service providers to address patients' needs through effective intervention and care planning.
  • Assisted with admissions, appointments, transfers, and discharges.

Trauma Unit LPN

Grady Memorial Hospital
03.2003 - 03.2005
  • Documented treatments delivered, medications and IVs administered, discharge instructions, and follow-up care.
  • Assisted with admissions, appointments, transfers, and discharges.
  • Treated patients requiring stabilization and resuscitation for variety of illnesses and injuries.
  • Maintained and upgraded knowledge, skills, nursing practice and competencies affecting quality of nursing care and re-licensure.

LPN

Emory Healthcare
01.1995 - 01.1998
  • Administered AM care and assisted in feeding and ambulating residents
  • Checked patient vitals such as temperature, blood pressure, and blood sugar levels.
  • Answered call lights and supported patient comfort and safety by adjusting bed rails and equipment.
  • Utilized therapeutic communication, empathy and active listening skills to encourage and develop positive relationships with patients.

Certified Nurse Assistant

Darcy Hall Nursing Home
01.1985 - 01.1990
  • Promoted good oral and personal hygiene by aiding patients with shaving, bathing, and teeth brushing.
  • Oversaw and maintained patients' rooms, group living areas, and nurse stations.
  • Delivered individualized patient care by recording vital signs, documenting observations, administering treatments, and evaluating patient needs.
  • Cared for residents in assisted living facility and delivered high-quality support to meet needs.

Education

No Degree -

Atlanta Metropolitan College
Atlanta, Ga
2013

Associate of Applied Science - Practical Nursing

Atlanta Area Technical College
Atlanta, GA
05.1999

Associate of Science - Practical Nursing

Palm Beach Community College
Palm Beach, FL
1990

Skills

  • HIPAA Protocols
  • Sterile Procedures and Techniques
  • Patient Assessments
  • Patient Medical History Management
  • Healthcare Regulations
  • Disaster Site Triaging
  • Chronic Disease Management
  • Accurate Documentation
  • Healthcare Program Planning

Certification

  • First Aid/CPR Certified
  • Licensed Practical Nurse

Timeline

Licensed Practical Nurse

Meadowbrooke Health & Rehab
06.2018 - Current

LPN

Pruitt Healthcare
06.2012 - 08.2017

Trauma Unit LPN

Grady Memorial Hospital
03.2003 - 03.2005

LPN

Emory Healthcare
01.1995 - 01.1998

Certified Nurse Assistant

Darcy Hall Nursing Home
01.1985 - 01.1990

No Degree -

Atlanta Metropolitan College

Associate of Applied Science - Practical Nursing

Atlanta Area Technical College

Associate of Science - Practical Nursing

Palm Beach Community College

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