Dina Myers
Summary
Patient-oriented nursing professional with several years of hands-on experience in delivering quality direct and indirect patient care to individuals in settings. Skillfully completes tasks and fosters relationships with patients, caregivers and coworkers to drive patient care goals and advance nursing philosophies.
Overview
28
28
years of professional experience
1
1
year of post-secondary education
1
1
Certification
Work History
Licensed Practical Nurse
Brethren Retirement Community
Greenville, OH
10.2023 - Current
- Monitored patient vital signs and communicated changes to nursing staff to ensure timely interventions.
- Collaborated with interdisciplinary teams to develop care plans for residents.
- Administered medications and treatments according to established protocols.
- Performed physical assessments, including vital signs and health history documentation.
- Implemented infection control protocols to ensure a safe care environment.
- Administered prescribed medications or started intravenous fluids, noting times and amounts on patient charts.
- Fostered a culture of safety for patients and staff through effective identification, reporting, and prevention practices.
Licensed Practical Nurse
Rosebud Village
Richmond, IN
11.2021 - 10.2023
- Administered medications and treatments as prescribed by healthcare providers.
- Educated patients and families on health management and care techniques.
- Documented patient information accurately in electronic health records systems.
- Maintained a clean and organized work environment to support infection control.
- Provided emotional support and companionship to enhance resident well-being.
- Observed changes in patient's condition and reported any significant changes to the registered nurse or physician.
- Performed physical assessments, including vital signs and health history documentation.
- Monitored vital signs, fluid intake and output levels, glucose levels, and other medical tests results.
- Conducted regular rounds to assess the status of assigned patients.
- Educated patients on disease prevention and management strategies for their individual conditions.
Licensed Practical Nurse
Golden Living Center - Nursing Home
Richmond
08.2009 - 09.2020
- Administered medications and treatments as prescribed by healthcare providers.
- Monitored patient vital signs and reported changes to nursing staff.
Licensed Practical Nurse
Reid Hospital
Richmond, IN
06.2004 - 08.2007
- Administered medications and treatments as prescribed by healthcare providers.
- Monitored patient vital signs and reported changes to nursing staff.
- Assisted in daily living activities, ensuring patient comfort and safety.
Licensed Practical Nurse
Tri Lakes Medical center
Batesville, Mississippi
08.1998 - 06.2004
- Administered medications and treatments as prescribed by healthcare providers.
- Monitored patient vital signs and reported changes to nursing staff.
- Assisted in daily living activities, ensuring patient comfort and safety.
Education
Licensed Practical Nurse - License Practical Nurse
Northwest Community College
Oxford, MS 08.1994 - 06.1995
Skills
- administration of medications
- patient assessment
- infection control
- electronic health records
- patient education
- care plan development
- emotional support
- problem solving
- attention to detail
- time management
- critical thinking
- Medication reconciliation
Certification
- CPR certified
Timeline
Licensed Practical Nurse
Brethren Retirement Community
10.2023 - Current
Licensed Practical Nurse
Rosebud Village
11.2021 - 10.2023
Licensed Practical Nurse
Golden Living Center - Nursing Home
08.2009 - 09.2020
Licensed Practical Nurse
Reid Hospital
06.2004 - 08.2007
Licensed Practical Nurse
Tri Lakes Medical center
08.1998 - 06.2004
Licensed Practical Nurse - License Practical Nurse
Northwest Community College
08.1994 - 06.1995