Demi Holdridge, LVN
Fort Worth,TX
Summary
A qualified nurse who offers an extensive and positive experience in leadership roles. An Expert in diverse aspects of patient care with success in overseeing shift activities with proven clinical skills and sound judgment. A high energy individual with an optimistic attitude and the ability to accept patient challenges as they come and to provide centered care relating to patient special needs.
Overview
7
7
years of professional experience
Work History
Triage Nurse
University of North Texas Health Science Center
Fort Worth , TX
12.2023 - Current
- Assessed patient conditions, monitored behaviors and updated supervising physicians with observations and concerns.
- Prepared medical equipment and tools to aid physician during examination and treatment of patients.
- Utilized computerized Resource and Patient Management System (RPMS) and Electronic Health Record (EHR) system.
- Provided excellent service and attention to customers when face-to-face or through phone conversations.
- Demonstrated strong problem-solving skills, resolving issues efficiently and effectively.
LVN Charge Nurse
Mira Vista Court
Fort Worth, TX
01.2021 - 09.2023
- Facilitated patient admission, transfer and discharge processes
- Organized and delegated tasks during rapid response and high-pressure code situations
- Utilized Situation-Background-Assessment-Recommendation (SBAR) and electronic health records to document treatments and patient status observations
- Addressed patient care needs, collected vitals, dressed wounds and managed catheters
- Communicated effectively with patients and loved ones to explain diagnoses, treatment options and procedures
LVN Charge Nurse
Arlington Villas
Arlington , TX
09.2019 - 01.2021
- Charted changes in patient conditions and discussed concerns with supervising healthcare provider.
- Collected biological samples for routine laboratory testing to assist diagnostic processes.
- Administered prescribed medications and started intravenous fluids to address patient symptoms and underlying etiologies.
- Observed strict confidentiality and safeguarded all patient-related information.
LVN Charge Nurse
Brighton Care Center
Pasadena, CA
06.2018 - 08.2019
- Answered patient calls, identified issues and determined how best to provide assistance within parameters established by facility and supervisor
- Communicated with patients with compassion while keeping medical information private.
- Charted changes in patient conditions and discussed concerns with supervising healthcare provider
- Worked as part of healthcare team to assess patient needs, plan and modify care and implement interventions.
Education
Vocational Nursing -
Premiere Career College
Baldwin Park, CA2017
Continuing Education -
Mt. San Antonio College
Walnut, CA2011
High School Diploma -
Upland High School
2010
Skills
- Drug administration
- Catheter insertion/removal
- Wound care
- Oxygen therapy
- Nasopharyngeal and oral suctioning
- G-tube care and nutrition
- Infection control standards
- Diabetes and stroke care
- Alzheimer's and dementia care
- IV setup
- Tracheostomy care
- First Aid/CPR
Affiliations
- Employee of the month in 2018 and 2020
- VN HESI score over 1000
Licenses & Certifications
- LVN
- CPR/BLS
- IV Therapy and Blood Withdrawal
Timeline
Triage Nurse
University of North Texas Health Science Center
12.2023 - Current
LVN Charge Nurse
Mira Vista Court
01.2021 - 09.2023
LVN Charge Nurse
Arlington Villas
09.2019 - 01.2021
LVN Charge Nurse
Brighton Care Center
06.2018 - 08.2019
Vocational Nursing -
Premiere Career College
Continuing Education -
Mt. San Antonio College
High School Diploma -
Upland High School
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