Diana Bridgeforth
Licensed Practical Nurse
Ewing,NJ
Summary
Seasoned nursing professional offering proven clinical knowledge, natural interpersonal strengths and technical abilities. Knowledgeable about EMR charting, medication administration and interdisciplinary collaboration focused on optimizing patient care and support. Quality-focused and efficiency-driven leader. To seek and maintain full-time position that offers professional challenges utilizing interpersonal skills, excellent time management and problem-solving skills. Organized and dependable candidate successful at managing multiple priorities with a positive attitude. Willingness to take on added responsibilities to meet team goals.
Overview
6
6
years of professional experience
2
2
years of post-secondary education
Work History
Home Care Nurse
Penn Medicine Princeton Health
Princeton , NJ
06.2021 - 01.2022
- Administered medications and oversaw activities of daily living such as bathing, hygiene and ambulation.
- Educated and supervised patients and family members regarding prevention strategies, self-care techniques and nursing care needs.
- Coordinated and collaborated with various multidisciplinary teams to coordinate care and promote patient safety and health.
- Observed patient to chart and report changes in patient condition and adverse reactions to medications and treatments.
- Took vital signs to assess patient health progress and needs.
- Quickly responded to situations impacting safety and security to unit, actualizing crisis prevention interventions to control and de-escalate situations.
- Monitored patient reactions after administering medications and IV therapies.
- Collaborated with leadership to devise initiatives for improving nursing satisfaction, retention and morale.
Dialysis Licensed Practical Nurse
Capital Health Regional Medical Center
Trenton, NJ
11.2017 - 05.2020
- Took samples to complete diagnostic and routine assessment tests.
- Protected patients and healthcare team members from infection by sterilizing equipment and reusable supplies.
- Evaluated patient histories, complaints and current symptoms.
- Worked with multidisciplinary team to carry out successful treatment plans for diverse acute and chronic conditions.
- Contributed to committees in effort to promote standardize practices and procedures across hospital-wide nursing stations.
- Assessed patients' temperature, pulse and blood pressure and recorded in electronic medical records.
Correctional Nurse
NaphCare
South Brunswick , NJ
10.2016 - 11.2017
- Complied with all security regulations within prison system and administered care in safest possible environment.
- Performed mental health evaluations when warranted and recommended patients to therapists.
- Treated variety of illnesses affecting offenders in close quarters.
- Created and implemented care plans for prisoners suffering from chronic conditions.
- Offered exceptional care and support to individuals recovering from acute incidents and dealing with chronic conditions.
- Stabilized prisoners suffering from falls, stab wounds or other injuries prior to hospital transfer.
- Implemented care plans for patient treatment after assessing physician medical regimens.
- Quickly responded to situations impacting safety and security to unit, actualizing crisis prevention interventions to control and de-escalate situations.
- Communicated with healthcare team members to plan, implement and enhance treatment strategies.
- Performed triage on incoming patients and determined severity of injuries and illnesses.
Nurse
Brandywine Assisted Living
Pennington, NJ
02.2015 - 11.2016
- Teamed on trauma and emergency interventions involving serious head injuries, gunshot wounds and thoracic trauma.
- Assessed patients to determine individual needs and develop care plans in coordination with multidisciplinary healthcare professionals.
- Vaccinated patients to protect individuals from measles, pneumonia, influenza and other illnesses of concern.
- Educated patients and families on diagnosis, neurological conditions and processes, treatments and expected outcomes.
- Performed routine wound care and dressing changes on schedule.
- Remained calm during high-stress, critical situations, demonstrating sustained focus and problem-solving in real-time.
- Documented nursing services provided and uploaded to comprehensive tracking systems for health records and billing.
Education
Certificate Program - Practical Nursing
Lincoln Technical Institute
Moorestown, NJ 01.2013 - 01.2014
Diploma - LLPN - RN Program
Jersey College
Ewing, NJ 02.2021 - 05.2022
Skills
Collecting vitals
undefinedTimeline
Home Care Nurse
Penn Medicine Princeton Health
06.2021 - 01.2022
Diploma - LLPN - RN Program
Jersey College
02.2021 - 05.2022
Dialysis Licensed Practical Nurse
Capital Health Regional Medical Center
11.2017 - 05.2020
Correctional Nurse
NaphCare
10.2016 - 11.2017
Nurse
Brandywine Assisted Living
02.2015 - 11.2016
Certificate Program - Practical Nursing
Lincoln Technical Institute
01.2013 - 01.2014
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