Dishequa Flentall, LPN
Norcross,GA
Summary
Licensed Practical Nurse with a history at Grady Memorial Hospital, adept in vital signs monitoring and offering empathetic patient care. Excelled in enhancing patient satisfaction and safety through diligent infection control and compassionate interaction. Skilled in both technical procedures like phlebotomy and fostering positive patient relationships, significantly contributing to a collaborative healthcare environment.
Overview
8
8
years of professional experience
Work History
Patient Care Technician
Grady Memorial Hospital
Atlanta, GA
03.2018 - 02.2022
- Monitored vital signs and reported changes to nursing staff, ensuring timely medical interventions when necessary.
- Assisted nurses with essential tasks, streamlining workflow and increasing efficiency in the healthcare setting.
- Enhanced patient satisfaction by providing compassionate and attentive care.
- Assisted in training new Patient Care Technicians, sharing knowledge and best practices to ensure consistency in care delivery.
- Provided high-quality personal care to patients, promoting comfort and dignity during their hospital stay.
- Maintained clean and safe environment to promote patient safety and comfort.
- Contributed to a positive patient experience by keeping rooms clean, organized, and well-stocked with supplies.
- Fostered strong relationships with colleagues, contributing to a collaborative work environment that prioritized teamwork among staff members.
- Promoted a safe and inclusive healthcare environment, adhering to policies and procedures while advocating for the well-being of all patients.
- Assisted in transferring patients, beds and patient care equipment to other rooms adhering to necessary safety precautions.
- Assisted with feeding and monitored intake to help patients achieve nutritional objectives.
- Facilitated smooth transitions between shifts by maintaining thorough documentation of patient care activities and observations.
- Recognized potential emergencies promptly, initiating appropriate action to stabilize patients until further assistance arrived.
- Demonstrated adaptability by working effectively with patients of diverse backgrounds and medical conditions, providing personalized care for each individual.
- Maintained strict adherence to infection control protocols, minimizing risk of disease transmission within the clinical environment.
- Participated in ongoing professional development opportunities to stay current on best practices in patient care technology advancements.
- Fostered clean and hygienic environment, reducing risk of infections.
- Enhanced patient comfort by providing compassionate bedside care and support.
- Implemented infection control protocols, contributing to safer hospital environment.
- Prepared and maintained patient rooms for admissions, discharges, and transfers, ensuring readiness and comfort.
- Documented patient information and care activities in electronic health record.
- Assisted nursing staff with completing daily rounds, documenting vital signs and answering calls.
CNA
Pruitt Health
Toccoa, GA
09.2013 - 09.2016
- Assisted patients with daily living activities, promoting independence and dignity.
- Checked patient vitals such as temperature, blood pressure, and blood sugar levels.
- Promoted good oral and personal hygiene by aiding patients with shaving, bathing, and teeth brushing.
- Enhanced patient satisfaction by providing compassionate and attentive care.
Education
LPN - Nursing
North Georgia Technical College
Toccoa, GA07.2024
High School Diploma -
Stephen’s County Hospital
Toccoa, GA05.2011
Skills
- Vital signs monitoring
- Patient Observation
- Blood Glucose Testing
- Infection control standards
- Catheter Care
- Shot administration
- Blood Glucose Monitoring
- ADL support
- Specimen Collection
- Phlebotomy Techniques
- Feeding Assistance
- Adaptable
- Professional Bedside Manner
- Patient Services
- Emergency Response
- Patient Education
- EKG Interpretation
- Mobility Assistance
- Clinical Training
- Infection prevention
- Hospice and palliative care
- Culturally-competent care
- Sterilization techniques
- IV Insertion
- High level of autonomy
- Time Management
- CPR Certification
- HIPAA Compliance
- Patient-focused care
- Vital signs
- Empathy and Compassionate Care
- Basic Life Support
- Calm Under Stress
- Attention to Detail
- Direct Patient Care
- Electronic Charting
- Client documentation
- Transporting patients
- Dementia and Alzheimer's knowledge
- Output Monitoring and Reporting
- Injury Prevention
- Patient evaluations
- Bedsore Prevention
Timeline
Patient Care Technician
Grady Memorial Hospital
03.2018 - 02.2022
CNA
Pruitt Health
09.2013 - 09.2016
LPN - Nursing
North Georgia Technical College
High School Diploma -
Stephen’s County Hospital