Summary
Overview
Work History
Education
Skills
Certification
Clinical and Medical Experience
Timeline
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DEQUITA FORD LPN, RN

DEQUITA FORD LPN, RN

High Springs,USA

Summary

Recent graduate with foundational knowledge in Associate of Science degree in Nursing and hands-on experience gained through academic projects and internships. Demonstrates strong teamwork, problem-solving, and time-management skills. Prepared to start career and make meaningful contributions with commitment and drive.

Overview

9
9
years of professional experience
1
1

Vocational Certification

Work History

Licensed Practical Nurse (CLINIC LPN)

Cross Country Healthcare Inc
08.2021 - 04.2024
  • Assisting the doctor in the care of patients. This duty includes the preparation of equipment and instruments used by the physician.
  • The clinical nurse delivers medication prescribed by the doctor and ensures the patient takes it on time.
  • Assessing Patients' vitals, assessment of the injury or symptom, learning about past medical problems of the patient, and other pertinent facts the doctor needs to identify and treat the medical problem.
  • Cared for wounds, provided treatments, and assisted with procedures.
  • Collaborated with interdisciplinary healthcare teams for 16-20 patients to ensure continuous quality improvement in patient care delivery.

Hospice Nurse LPN

Ciarra Medical
01.2019 - 01.2021
  • Evaluates patient/family needs in the preparation and executions of the interdisciplinary plan of care for each patient on the team and the effectiveness of treatments and monitors patients reactions.
  • Performs selected acts in care of the terminally ill under the direct supervision of a registered nurse; such acts include the administration of treatments and medications.
  • Improved patient comfort one patient at a time by providing compassionate end-of-life care and symptom management.

Licensed Practical Nurse

Oak Hammock At the Univ of Fl
01.2018 - 09.2019
  • Monitoring 20 patients vital signs and health condition, administering treatments, providing emotional support, helping with personal hygiene, dressing wounds, and collecting samples for lab tests.
  • Utilized time management skills to prioritize tasks effectively, allowing for efficient completion of daily responsibilities.

Lpn

Merdian behavior healthcare
07.2017 - 02.2018
  • Obtained 15 patients vital signs and input/output measurements from detox inpatients .
  • Provided emotional support to patients and families during difficult times, fostering positive relationships built on trust and compassion.
  • Performed routine evaluations of each patient's status, needs, and preferences.

Education

Associate of Science - Nursing

Florida Gateway College
Lake City, FL
05-2025

Vocational School Certificate - Practical Nursing

Florida Gateway College
Lake city, FL
12.2016

Associate's Degree - Nursing

Santa Fe College
Gainesville, FL
01.2014

High School Diploma -

Santa Fe High School
Alachua, FL
05.2004

Skills

  • Medication administration
  • Direct patient care
  • Vital signs monitoring
  • Physical assessment
  • Clinical documentation
  • Diabetes management
  • Immunization administration
  • Infection control
  • Catheter care
  • Breathing treatments
  • Patient evaluations
  • EMR / EHR
  • Patient triaging
  • ADL assistance

Certification

  • Licensed Practical Nurse, 04/2017
  • CPR Certification, 03/2025
  • First Aid and Bloodborne Pathogens, 04/2025


Clinical and Medical Experience

NEFSH: Mental Health                       08/2024

UF Shands: Med Surg                         168 hours

HCA: Med Surg                                      168 hours

HCA: Oncology                                      168 hours

HCA: OR Rotation

HCA: PACU Rotation 

HCA: Pediatrics Rotation

HCA: NICU Rotation 

VA: Rotation

Timeline

Licensed Practical Nurse (CLINIC LPN)

Cross Country Healthcare Inc
08.2021 - 04.2024

Hospice Nurse LPN

Ciarra Medical
01.2019 - 01.2021

Licensed Practical Nurse

Oak Hammock At the Univ of Fl
01.2018 - 09.2019

Lpn

Merdian behavior healthcare
07.2017 - 02.2018

High School Diploma -

Santa Fe High School

Associate of Science - Nursing

Florida Gateway College

Vocational School Certificate - Practical Nursing

Florida Gateway College

Associate's Degree - Nursing

Santa Fe College

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