Desiree Benge
Ramsey
Summary
Recent graduate with foundational knowledge and hands-on experience gained through academic projects and internships. Demonstrates strong teamwork, problem-solving, and time-management skills. I am prepared to start my career and make meaningful contributions with commitment and drive, strong analytical, communication, and teamwork skills, and a proven ability to adapt to new environments quickly. Eager to contribute to team success and further develop professional skills. Bring a positive attitude and commitment to continuous learning and growth. Detail-oriented individual with exceptional communication and project management skills. Proven ability to handle multiple tasks effectively and efficiently in fast-paced environments. Recognized for taking a proactive approach to identifying and addressing issues, focusing on optimizing processes and supporting team objectives.
Overview
9
9
years of professional experience
Work History
LPN
Specialized Treatment Services
06.2016 - Current
- Educated patients on medication management and lifestyle adjustments.
- Conducted patient assessments utilizing handheld diagnostic devices.
- Administered medications using electronic medication administration records.
- Documented patient information using healthcare management software.
- Collaborated with healthcare team to develop patient care plans.
- Utilized time management skills to prioritize tasks effectively, allowing for efficient completion of daily responsibilities.
- Maintained accurate documentation of all relevant clinical data, ensuring compliance with regulatory standards.
- Assisted with admissions, appointments, transfers, and discharges.
- Documented accurate and complete patient information to address patient problems and expected outcomes.
- Demonstrated adaptability in working with diverse patient populations across various healthcare settings.
- Provided emotional support to patients and families during difficult times, fostering positive relationships built on trust and compassion.
- Enhanced patient satisfaction levels through effective communication and empathetic listening skills.
- Answered incoming phone calls from patients and other outside calls to provide basic assistance and triage medical concerns.
- Accurately recorded interactions in medical charts, documenting accidents and interventions applied.
- Administered medications and injections to patients.
- Assessed patients' temperature, pulse, and blood pressure and recorded in electronic medical records.
LPN
Hennepin County Community Corrections
04.2018 - 12.2021
- Educated patients on medication management and lifestyle adjustments.
- Conducted patient assessments utilizing handheld diagnostic devices.
- Administered medications using electronic medication administration records.
- Documented patient information using healthcare management software.
- Collaborated with healthcare team to develop patient care plans.
- Utilized time management skills to prioritize tasks effectively, allowing for efficient completion of daily responsibilities.
- Maintained accurate documentation of all relevant clinical data, ensuring compliance with regulatory standards.
- Implemented infection control measures, ensuring a clean and safe environment for patients and staff.
- Managed patient care through closely monitoring respiration, blood pressure, and blood glucose levels.
- Assisted with admissions, appointments, transfers, and discharges.
- Performed wound care treatments using sterile techniques, promoting healing and preventing complications.
- Cared for wounds, provided treatments, and assisted with procedures.
- Reduced medication errors by accurately administering medications and diligently verifying patient information.
- Offered immediate assistance in emergency and routine paging situations to evaluate needs and deliver care.
- Gathered lab specimens, ordered testing, and interpreted results to diagnose patients.
- Administered medications and injections to patients.
LPN
Senior Care Solutions
08.2015 - 12.2021
- Educated patients on medication management and lifestyle adjustments.
- Administered medications using electronic medication administration records.
- Collaborated with healthcare team to develop patient care plans.
- Utilized time management skills to prioritize tasks effectively, allowing for efficient completion of daily responsibilities.
- Maintained accurate documentation of all relevant clinical data, ensuring compliance with regulatory standards.
- Implemented infection control measures, ensuring a clean and safe environment for patients and staff.
- Managed patient care through closely monitoring respiration, blood pressure, and blood glucose levels.
- Administered controlled narcotics, inserted IVs, and performed catheterizations.
- Obtained patient vital signs and input/output measurements from inpatients.
- Assisted with admissions, appointments, transfers, and discharges.
- Performed wound care treatments using sterile techniques, promoting healing and preventing complications.
- Cared for wounds, provided treatments, and assisted with procedures.
- Reduced medication errors by accurately administering medications and diligently verifying patient information.
- Documented accurate and complete patient information to address patient problems and expected outcomes.
- Assisted in the management of chronic health conditions by providing education, support, and follow-up care.
- Addressed any concerns or questions posed by patients or family members promptly to maintain confidence in their care plan.
- Provided compassionate end-of-life care, ensuring that patients were comfortable and families felt supported during the process.
- Gathered lab specimens, ordered testing, and interpreted results to diagnose patients.
- Supported physicians during examinations and scans to assist with diagnostic procedures.
- Administered medications and injections to patients.
- Delivered emotional support to patients and families during challenging times.
- Helped long-term care residents with bathing, dressing, feeding, and other daily living activities.
Education
Bachelor of Science - Computer Information Systems
Bellevue Univeristy
Bellevue, NE11-2024
Associate of Arts - Nursing
Anoka Technical College
Anoka, MN05-2015
Skills
Compassionate Care
Data Analysis
Task Prioritization
Organization
Health Promotion
Mental Health Support
Vital signs monitoring
Ethics
Healthcare Documentation Skills
Communication
Clinical Documentation
Medical Records Security
Staff direction and task
Mental Health Support
Behavioral assessment
Electronic Medical Records Software
HIPAA Compliance Knowledge
Transcribing orders
Patient Data Security Management
Analytical Report Writing
Documenting
Data Entry
Customer Services
Typing
Python
Java
R Studio
Tableau
Timeline
LPN
Hennepin County Community Corrections
04.2018 - 12.2021
LPN
Specialized Treatment Services
06.2016 - Current
LPN
Senior Care Solutions
08.2015 - 12.2021
Bachelor of Science - Computer Information Systems
Bellevue Univeristy
Associate of Arts - Nursing
Anoka Technical College
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