Dina Davis, LPN
Troy,MI
Summary
Passionate Nurse with demonstrated experience in hospital settings. Proven ability to build strong relationships with patients and families while providing compassionate care. Offers strong task prioritization and organizational skills.
Experienced nursing professional with excellent skills in patient assessment, disease management and medication administration. Developed skills in fast-paced clinical environment with focus on patient care and effective communication. Seeking to transition into new field where problem-solving and attention to detail are valued. Committed to leveraging transferrable skills to make meaningful impact.
Overview
11
11
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
LPN, Surgical Specialty
Henry Ford Providence
09.2024 - Current
- 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.
- Administered controlled narcotics, inserted IVs, and performed catheterizations.
- Managed patient care through closely monitoring respiration, blood pressure, and blood glucose levels.
- Performed wound care treatments using sterile techniques, promoting healing and preventing complications.
- Assisted with admissions, appointments, transfers, and discharges.
- Reduced medication errors by accurately administering medications and diligently verifying patient information.
- Enhanced patient satisfaction levels through effective communication and empathetic listening skills.
- Assisted in the management of chronic health conditions by providing education, support, and follow-up care.
- Collaborated with interdisciplinary team of healthcare and social service providers to address patients' needs through effective intervention and care planning.
Material Handler
Stellantis LLC
07.2013 - 10.2024
- Operated various types of equipment, such as forklifts and pallet jacks, to safely transport materials throughout the facility.
- Assisted in receiving, stocking and distribution of merchandise
- Supported production goals, ensuring that all necessary materials were available when needed on the production floor
- Prevented product damage by carefully loading and unloading materials using appropriate equipment
- Sorted materials for scanning to meet production goals.
- Maintained a clean and safe work environment by following safety protocols and conducting regular inspections.
- Assisted in training new employees on proper material handling procedures, ensuring consistent high-quality performance.
- Streamlined communication channels within the team, enabling quick resolution of issues and facilitating a more cohesive work environment.
LPN
Optalis of Sterling Heights
06.2024 - 09.2024
- Participated in ongoing professional development opportunities to enhance knowledge base and skillset as an LPN.
- Administered medications accurately and safely, reducing medication errors and adverse reactions.
- Provided direct patient care, stabilized patients, and determined next course of action.
- Monitored patient reactions to drugs and carefully documented findings.
- Documented accurate and complete patient information to address patient problems and expected outcomes.
- Provided emotional support to patients and families during difficult times, fostering positive relationships built on trust and compassion.
- Used aseptic techniques to provide sterilized wound care and dressing applications.
- Evaluated patients to identify and address wounds, behavioral concerns, and medically relevant symptoms.
Licensed Practical Nursing Student
Hondros College Of Nursing
04.2023 - 03.2024
- Conducted thorough head-to-toe assessments on assigned patients during each shift, identifying any abnormalities that required further attention from healthcare providers.
- Improved patient comfort by assisting with daily living activities, such as bathing, dressing, and grooming.
- Collaborated with interdisciplinary team members to develop individualized care plans for patients, addressing their unique needs.
- Demonstrated adaptability in high-stress situations while maintaining composure under pressure and delivering exceptional care to distressed patients.
- Enhanced patient care by administering medications and monitoring vital signs as directed by Registered Nurses.
- Demonstrated skills and abilities within scope of LPN practice and in accordance with competencies and procedures.
- Implemented successful therapeutic communication techniques and provided passionate care, that helped reduce anxiety levels among distressed patients or family members during challenging situations.
- Utilized evidence-based practice principles to inform decision-making processes in daily nursing activities.
- Demonstrated strong clinical skills in performing procedures such as wound care, catheter insertion, and intravenous therapy.
- Interviewed patients to obtain medical and biometric information and provide physicians with data necessary to develop plans of care.
- Administered medications via oral, IV and intramuscular injections and monitored responses
- Prevented the spread of infection within in facility through diligent handwashing techniques and proper utilization of personal protective equipment.
- Participated in clinical rotations across various facilities for well-rounded exposure to diverse nursing practices.
Education
Diploma - Licensed Practical Nurse
Hondros College of Nursing
03.2024
Skills
- Vital signs monitoring
- Health Promotion and Maintenance
- Clinical Documentation
- Wound Care and Specimen Collection
- EHR Software
- Medication and IV administration
- Pharmacology Knowledge
- Medical Procedure Preparation
- Nursing and Pain Assessments
- Interdisciplinary Collaboration
- Pre-operative and Post operative care
- IV therapy
Certification
- BLS / CPR - American Red Cross
Timeline
LPN, Surgical Specialty
Henry Ford Providence
09.2024 - Current
LPN
Optalis of Sterling Heights
06.2024 - 09.2024
Licensed Practical Nursing Student
Hondros College Of Nursing
04.2023 - 03.2024
Material Handler
Stellantis LLC
07.2013 - 10.2024
Diploma - Licensed Practical Nurse
Hondros College of Nursing
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