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Work History
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Certification
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Dorcas Ngaru

Frisco,Tx

Summary

Experienced healthcare professional prepared for this role with strong emphasis on patient care and clinical skills. Proven ability to work collaboratively within multidisciplinary teams, adapting to changing situations with ease. Excels in communication, empathy, and problem-solving to achieve optimal patient outcomes. Reliable and results-driven, with focus on delivering high-quality care and maintaining positive, supportive environment.

Overview

6
6
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification

Work History

PRN LVN Nurse

Care Plus Home Health
Dallas , Oregon
03.2023 - Current
  • Administered medications accurately and in a timely manner, ensuring proper treatment for various conditions.
  • Performed routine evaluations of each patient's status, needs, and preferences.
  • Monitored vital signs and assessed patients regularly, swiftly identifying any changes in condition and addressing concerns promptly.
  • Documented accurate and complete patient information to address patient problems and expected outcomes.
  • Promoted a positive work environment among nursing staff through collaboration, open communication, and support.
  • Provided high-quality wound care, reducing the risk of infection and promoting timely healing.
  • Managed time efficiently during busy shifts by multitasking effectively without compromising quality of care.
  • Managed patient care through closely monitoring respiration, blood pressure, and blood glucose levels.
  • Mentored new LVN hires through the orientation process, sharing expertise to support their integration into the team successfully.
  • Demonstrated strong clinical judgment by assessing symptoms quickly and prioritizing appropriate interventions accordingly.
  • Streamlined documentation processes by maintaining accurate medical records through electronic charting systems.
  • Maintained thorough knowledge of emergency procedures, effectively responding to urgent situations when required.
  • Enhanced patient care by providing compassionate and individualized attention, leading to improved health outcomes.
  • Obtained patient vital signs and input/output measurements from inpatients.
  • Coordinated with healthcare providers to schedule diagnostic tests for patients, expediting care plans as necessary.
  • Educated patients and their families on disease management, medication administration, and at-home care techniques, empowering them to take control of their health.
  • Continuously pursued professional development opportunities to stay current on best practices in the nursing field, ensuring optimal patient outcomes.
  • Collaborated with interdisciplinary team of healthcare and social service providers to address patients' needs through effective intervention and care planning.
  • Contributed to infection control measures by adhering to strict hygiene protocols and educating staff on best practices.
  • Assisted with feeding and monitored intake to help patients achieve nutritional objectives.
  • Cared for wounds, provided treatments, and assisted with procedures.
  • Educated patients and caregivers on medical diagnoses, treatment options, chronic disease self-management and wound management.

LVN Position

Saddle Brook Memory Care
09.2019 - 01.2022
  • Ensuring that the individual service plans are followed; administering or supervising treatment prescribed by physicians
  • Managed approximately 40 resident per day at the facility
  • Updating residents service plans/ care plans and monthly LOC
  • Making rounds to all residents, utilizing service plans; making rounds with physicians and record visits on charts
  • Document acute episodes, vital signs, or significant changes in resident status
  • Receive or place calls to physicians and follow through with physician's orders
  • Administering prescribed medications and performing wound care
  • Order all new medications and refills; administer all medications and chart
  • Chart in accordance with facility policy, state guidelines and resident’s status
  • Prepare incident reports
  • Complete admission assessments and appropriate discharge documentation
  • Inform supervisor of any resident issues or concerns
  • Adhere to all policies and procedures of the Community
  • Perform other duties as assigned

Charge Nurse

Arbor Hill Memory Care Community
09.2019 - 09.2021
  • Respond to call lights and other resident needs
  • Consult with the resident’s physician in providing the resident’s care and treatment
  • Review the residents’ chart for specific treatments, medication orders and diets
  • Make periodic checks to confirm that prescribed treatments are being properly administered
  • Evaluate the resident’s physical and emotional status
  • Notify the residents attending physician and responsible party when there is a change in the resident’s condition
  • Administer professional services such as: catheterization, tube feedings, suction, applying and changing dressings/bandages, packs, colostomy, and drainage bags, taking blood, and range of motion
  • Confirm that CNAs are aware of the resident care plan and are following it
  • Maintain confidentiality of resident and facility records/information
  • Protect residents from neglect, mistreatment, and abuse

LVN Position

Wellbridge Healthcare Plano
Dallas , TX
11.2019 - 02.2020
  • Monitored vital signs and assessed patients regularly, swiftly identifying any changes in condition and addressing concerns promptly.
  • Managed time efficiently during busy shifts by multitasking effectively without compromising quality of care.
  • Managed patient care through closely monitoring respiration, blood pressure, and blood glucose levels.
  • Demonstrated strong clinical judgment by assessing symptoms quickly and prioritizing appropriate interventions accordingly.
  • Enhanced patient care by providing compassionate and individualized attention, leading to improved health outcomes.
  • Administered controlled narcotics, inserted IVs, and performed catheterizations.
  • Assessed patients' temperature, pulse, and blood pressure and recorded in electronic medical records.
  • Evaluated patient histories, complaints, and current symptoms.
  • Clearly and thoroughly explained diagnoses, treatment options and procedures to patients and loved ones, checking in to verify understanding.
  • Responded to patient requests with appropriate clinical and personal assistance.
  • Reviewed patient history to verify conditions and current medications.

Education

LVN Nursing -

Northern Central Texas College, Denton, TX
08.2019

Skills

  • Activities of daily living
  • Neurological Check
  • Catheterization
  • Trach care
  • G-tube
  • Assessments
  • Comfort provision
  • Wound care (certified)
  • Infection Control
  • Vital signs monitoring
  • Medication Administration
  • EMR Systems

Certification

  • LVN /RN
  • PALS Certification
  • IV Certification
  • CPI Certification
  • CPR Certification
  • Wound care certification

Languages

English
Full Professional

Timeline

PRN LVN Nurse - Care Plus Home Health
03.2023 - Current
LVN Position - Wellbridge Healthcare Plano
11.2019 - 02.2020
LVN Position - Saddle Brook Memory Care
09.2019 - 01.2022
Charge Nurse - Arbor Hill Memory Care Community
09.2019 - 09.2021
Northern Central Texas College - LVN Nursing,

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