DEWONA BRICE
West Covina,California
Summary
Detail-oriented nursing professional and U.S. Air Force Veteran with more than 30 years of healthcare experience as a Licensed Vocational Nurse. Bachelor's-prepared patient advocate with extensive experience in high-stress clinical environments, leadership, case management, and patient-centered care. I am currently in my RN program, in my last semester, looking to further my education and apply my skills in a position that will challenge me and allow for growth and career advancement.
Overview
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1
Certification
2027
2027
years of professional experience
Work History
LICENSED VOCATIONAL NURSE, CASE MANAGEMENT
Home Health and Hospice
1993 - Current
- Provide direct skilled nursing care to homebound patients, supporting recovery, symptom management, safety, and optimal patient outcomes.
- Perform acute and chronic wound care, obtain vital signs, manage catheters, administer prescribed medications, and perform blood withdrawal within scope and organizational policy.
- Complete nursing assessments, identify changes in condition, communicate concerns to the interdisciplinary team, and implement established plans of care.
- Coordinate with healthcare team members to establish, carry out, and evaluate patient care plans; educate patients and caregivers regarding conditions, treatments, expected outcomes, and home care.
- Use RPMS and electronic health record systems to document care, review charts for accuracy and completion, and maintain strict HIPAA confidentiality.
COMMUNITY OUTREACH LIAISON
Hope of the Harvest
Los Angeles, CA
2010 - 2020
- Educated community members regarding disease prevention, treatment compliance, mental health resources, and available community programs to improve access and quality of care.
- Planned and managed community meetings, public presentations, forums, and outreach events.
LVN SUPERVISOR, CLINIC / URGENT CARE
Prairie Medical Group / FHP / Pomona Valley Hospital
Santa Monica, California
1991 - 2006
- Supervised more than 30 nursing staff and 10 administrative support staff while coordinating multiple clinical projects and maintaining timely, high-quality care.
- Coached, mentored, trained, and qualified staff according to board requirements and applicable national, state, and local regulations.
- Obtained medical histories and presenting concerns, supported treatment planning, educated patients regarding procedures, medications, treatment plans, and preventive measures, and monitored clinical status.
- Documented patient information and communicated status updates to the interdisciplinary care team while maintaining HIPAA compliance.
AEROMEDICAL EVACUATION TECHNICIAN
United States Air Force (USAF)
- Transported and monitored patients from field and military facilities while providing in-transit nursing care.
- Assessed emergency situations and prioritized care for patients with varied medical conditions, including life-support needs in prehospital environments.
- Demonstrated leadership by training personnel in in-flight medical care practices and patient-safety procedures.
Education
Licensed Vocational Nurse -
United States Air Force School of Nursing
Wichita Falls, TXBachelor of Science - Public Health
California Baptist University
Riverside, CASkills
- Critical Thinking & Clinical Judgment
- Nursing Assessment & Patient Education
- Care Coordination & Interdisciplinary Collaboration
- Case Management & Records Review
- EHR/RPMS Documentation
- Prioritization & Multitasking
Certification
- BLS, Public Health CITI Program, Intravenous Therapy & Blood Withdrawal, Wound VAC Certified
Timeline
LICENSED VOCATIONAL NURSE, CASE MANAGEMENT
Home Health and Hospice
1993 - Current
COMMUNITY OUTREACH LIAISON
Hope of the Harvest
2010 - 2020
LVN SUPERVISOR, CLINIC / URGENT CARE
Prairie Medical Group / FHP / Pomona Valley Hospital
1991 - 2006
AEROMEDICAL EVACUATION TECHNICIAN
United States Air Force (USAF)
Licensed Vocational Nurse -
United States Air Force School of Nursing
Bachelor of Science - Public Health
California Baptist University