Destiny Johnson-Beall
Vidor,TX
Summary
Dedicated and compassionate Licensed Practical Nurse with extensive experience in sample collection, blood draw, IV insertion and infection control. Maintains composure and makes accurate decisions in fast-paced, unpredictable and stressful environments. History of interfacing seamlessly with doctors, specialized support services, patients and visiting families.
Overview
3
3
years of professional experience
Work History
LVN Floor Nurse
Baptist Hospital of Southeast Texas
Beaumont, TX
09.2021 - Current
- Performed routine treatments such as dressing changes and wound care.
- Participated in discharge planning activities for assigned patients.
- Assessed patient needs and developed individualized plans of care.
- Performed basic laboratory tests such as urinalysis, blood glucose testing.
- Maintained accurate documentation of patient assessment data, interventions performed and responses to treatments per facility policy.
- Educated patients and families about their diagnosis, medications, treatment plans, home care instructions, diet restrictions.
- Managed time effectively while multitasking in high-pressure situations.
- Provided direct nursing care to patients on a medical-surgical floor.
- Utilized critical thinking skills while dealing with complex clinical situations.
- Administered medications as prescribed by physician orders.
- Prevented drug interactions and contributed to correct diagnosis by recording patient health information, monitoring vitals and updating patient files.
Paraprofessional Substitute
Ridgewood elementary
Port Neches, TX
01.2021 - 05.2022
- Established a safe learning environment for all students by monitoring classrooms and hallways during passing periods.
- Maintained confidentiality of student information at all times while ensuring compliance with FERPA regulations.
- Collaborated with classroom teacher on the development of instructional strategies that met the needs of diverse learners.
- Provided one-on-one assistance to students requiring extra help in classwork or homework assignments.
- Responded quickly to emergency situations using problem solving skills and proper safety protocols.
- Assisted teachers with lesson plan implementation, providing instruction and guidance to students.
- Observed students to help teachers identify potential learning blocks and opportunities for support.
Education
Associate of Applied Science - LVN
Lamar State College - Port Arthur
Port Arthur, TX05-2021
Associate of Applied Science - Surgical Technology
Lamar State College - Port Arthur
Port Arthur, TX05-2020
Skills
- Catheter Care
- HIPAA Compliance
- Discharge Planning
- Vital signs monitoring
- Diabetes management
- Tracheostomy Care
- Geriatric Care
- Quality Improvement
- Wound Care
- Feeding Tube Management
- Health Promotion
- Preventative Care
- Compassionate Care
- Clinical Documentation
- Family Communication
- Emergency Response
- Physical Assessment
- Patient Intake
- Samples collection
- Health Education
- Licensed Practical Nurse
- Patient Assessments
- Behavioral assessment
- Medication Administration
- Caring for wounds
- Chronic Disease Management
Timeline
LVN Floor Nurse
Baptist Hospital of Southeast Texas
09.2021 - Current
Paraprofessional Substitute
Ridgewood elementary
01.2021 - 05.2022
Associate of Applied Science - LVN
Lamar State College - Port Arthur
Associate of Applied Science - Surgical Technology
Lamar State College - Port Arthur