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DESTINEE JANAI COLE

Summerville,SC

Summary

Compassionate and dedicated nursing professional with two years of experience as a Licensed Practical Nurse, who recently graduated with an Associate Degree in Nursing (ADN). Proven ability to deliver patient-centered care, manage complex clinical situations, and collaborate effectively with multidisciplinary teams. Skilled in electronic health records (EHR) systems, patient-centered care, medication administration, and patient education. Committed to continuous learning and eager to contribute to a dynamic healthcare environment.

Overview

17
17
years of professional experience

Work History

Licensed Practical Nurse

ATC Healthcare
11.2023 - Current
  • Ensured that all clinical documentation is accurate and up-to-date in the electronic medical record system.
  • Communicated with patients with compassion while keeping medical information private.
  • Measured and recorded patient height, weight and other vital signs.
  • Documented patient medical histories, current symptoms and vitals.
  • Performed physical assessments, including vital signs and health history documentation.
  • Monitored patient's respiration activity, blood pressure and blood glucose levels in response to medical administration.
  • Administered medications and treatments according to established protocols.

Licensed Practical Nurse

Trident Medical
08.2023 - Current
  • Care for wounds, provide treatments, and assist with procedures.
  • Assist with admissions, appointments, transfers, and discharges.
  • Document accurate and complete patient information to address patient problems and expected outcomes.
  • Obtain patient vital signs and input/output measurements from inpatients.
  • Manage caseload of 6 to 7 patients simultaneously by providing bedside care, treatments, IV therapy, and wound care.
  • Educate patients and families on medical-surgical procedures, therapeutic regimens, and pain management techniques.
  • Administer medications and treatment to patients and monitored responses while working with healthcare teams to adjust care plans.
  • Manage patients' pain by implementing pharmacological and non-pharmacological pain management interventions.
  • Advocate for and strived to protect health, safety, and rights of patient.
  • Utilize MediTech to document data related to patient care such as medications, interventions and patient responses.
  • Assist with admissions, appointments, transfers, and discharges.

Patient Services Coordinator

Amedisys Home Health Care
09.2019 - 07.2022
  • Completed patient-related tasks such as processing visit requests, scheduling visits, and various other related tasks.
  • Ran Reports daily.
  • Answered phones.
  • Contacted various doctor offices to get medical orders signed in a timely manner.
  • Monitored productivity of Accounts Receivable.
  • Created Excel spreadsheets to keep track of all MD orders for Revenue.
  • Maintained confidentiality of patient information.
  • Processed and followed up on patient referrals.
  • Scheduled appointments to enter appointment date and time into computerized scheduler.
  • Respected patients by recognizing rights and maintaining confidentiality.
  • Communicated with primary care offices and insurance companies to obtain authorization.
  • Drove proactive patient outreach activities to schedule appointments and followed up on care and health maintenance.

Certified Nursing Assistant

McLeod Regional Medical Center
Florence, SC
08.2008 - 12.2010
  • Shaved and draped patients to prepare for surgery, treatment or examination.
  • Answered signal lights, bells or intercom systems to determine resident needs.
  • Collected specimens for testing purposes upon request from physicians or nurses.
  • Maintained accurate records of patient care, condition, progress, or problems for review by medical staff.
  • Facilitated activities of daily living, personal hygiene management, feeding and ambulation.
  • Performed housekeeping duties such as changing linens and cleaning bathrooms when necessary.
  • Turned and repositioned bedridden patients to prevent bedsores.
  • Served meals to patients in their rooms and assisted with feeding when needed.
  • Turned and repositioned bedridden patients on a regular schedule to prevent bedsores.
  • Rendered hands-on nursing care under direct RN supervision, adhering to medical center policies and procedures.

Education

Associate of Applied Science - Nursing

Trident Technical College
Charleston, SC
05-2025

Practical Nursing Diploma -

Orangeburg-Calhoun Technical College
Orangeburg, SC
07.2023

High School Diploma -

Brookland Cayce High School
Cayce, SC
05.2006

Skills

  • Patient and family education
  • Checking and monitoring vital signs
  • Patient transport
  • Patient safety
  • Communication
  • Time-management
  • Critical thinking and problem-solving
  • Maintains patient confidentiality and upholds professional ethics
  • Fundamental knowledge of patient assessment and treatment planning
  • CPR certified through American Heart Association
  • Medication administration
  • Wound care
  • Patient care
  • Vital signs monitoring
  • Electronic medical records
  • Team collaboration
  • End-of-life care
  • Breathing treatments
  • Post operative care
  • Monitor IV fluids
  • Adaptable and flexible

Timeline

Licensed Practical Nurse

ATC Healthcare
11.2023 - Current

Licensed Practical Nurse

Trident Medical
08.2023 - Current

Patient Services Coordinator

Amedisys Home Health Care
09.2019 - 07.2022

Certified Nursing Assistant

McLeod Regional Medical Center
08.2008 - 12.2010

Associate of Applied Science - Nursing

Trident Technical College

Practical Nursing Diploma -

Orangeburg-Calhoun Technical College

High School Diploma -

Brookland Cayce High School

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