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Work History
Education
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Doris Dako

Parkville

Summary

Proficient and caring nursing team member offering outstanding patient-facing experience. Adept at addressing patient needs with compassionate care and attention to detail. Diligent about maximizing satisfaction, safety and wellness while serving patients of all backgrounds. Offering 6 years of experience in the field. Knowledgeable about assisting with non-invasive procedures and performing respiratory treatments. Strong documentation skills and a firm grasp of compliance requirements.

Overview

17
years of professional experience

Work History

CrownHills Enterprises

LPN School Private Nurse ( 1-one-1)
09.2023 - Current

Job overview

  • 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.
  • Implemented infection control measures, ensuring a clean and safe environment for patients and staff.
  • Managed patient care through closely monitoring respiration, blood pressure, and blood glucose levels.
  • Obtained patient vital signs and input/output measurements from inpatients.
  • Maintaining pediatric safety.

Encore At Turf Valley

Licensed Practical Nurse
12.2018 - Current

Job overview

  • Used aseptic techniques to provide sterilized wound care and dressing applications.
  • Performed functional assessments for admission and discharge.
  • Assisted with admissions, appointments, transfers and discharges.
  • Documented accurate and complete patient information to address patient problems and expected outcomes.
  • Obtained patient vital signs and input/output measurements from inpatients.
  • Educated patients and caregivers on medical diagnoses, treatment options, chronic disease self-management and wound management.
  • Managed patient care through closely monitoring respiration, blood pressure and blood glucose levels.
  • Cared for wounds, provided treatments and assisted with procedures.
  • Monitored, tracked and conveyed important patient information to healthcare staff to help optimize treatment planning and care delivery.
  • Obtained biological specimens for ordered tests and prepared for laboratory transport.
  • Performed routine evaluations of each patient's status, needs and preferences.
  • Collaborated with interdisciplinary team of healthcare and social service providers to address patients' needs through effective intervention and care planning.
  • Assisted with feeding and monitored intake to help patients achieve nutritional objectives.
  • Minimized staff and patient infection risk by cleaning and disinfecting equipment instruments.
  • Comforted and counseled patients and families throughout care process.
  • Made valuable contributions to care-plan development and patient education processes backed by thorough research into client diagnoses.

Global Medical Services

LPN
09.2022 - 06.2023

Job overview

Cared for pediatic with seizure disorders,meet patient (

pediatric) at school , one on one care,Completed patient assessment .

  • Obtained patient vital signs .
  • Ensuring patient safety , monitoring and reporting any changes .
  • Escorting child to class, playground , special educators class, bathroom etc.
  • Responded to patient requests with appropriate clinical and personal assistance.
  • Offered immediate assistance in emergency and routine paging situations to evaluate needs and deliver care.

Lorien Nursing Home And Rehabilitation (Belcamp)

Geriatric Nursing Assistant
04.2007 - 08.2013

Job overview

  • Referenced patient care plan to feed, bathe, dress, take vital signs and promote other individualized care while maintaining patient comfort and dignity.
  • Documented bath record, bowel and bladder training, meal completion and flow sheets to support patient care plan.
  • Changed incontinent patients and established verbal cueing for toileting, turning and repositioning to maintain skin integrity.
  • Lifted, moved, transferred and transported patients using proper body mechanics to prevent accidents.
  • Helped residents achieve highest practical physical, mental and psychosocial well-being through individualized attention.
  • Observed patients for changes in condition or behavior and reported developments to licensed nursing personnel.
  • Coordinated work tasks with other units and personnel to encourage smooth and efficient flow of information.
  • Maintained safe and sanitary work stations and equipment to reduce spread of germs, bacteria and other pathogens.
  • Offered quality nursing care to residents to promote rights, dignity and freedom of choice.
  • Reduced risks of patient infection and cross-contamination by cleaning and sterilizing equipment.
  • Provided care to patients throughout lifespan with consideration of aging processes, human development stages and culture.
  • Transported patients between rooms and appointments or testing locations.
  • Supplied incontinent care, ambulation, range of motion, communication and other wellness needs to support bodily functions and meet physical therapy goals.

Sephora

Warehouse Lead
08.2007 - 06.2010

Job overview

  • Used hand-held scanners and physical logs to accurately track item movements.
  • Followed verbal and written instructions to properly move and ship products.
  • Oversaw warehouse staff and maintained efficiency in fast-paced environment.
  • Kept storage areas organized, clean and secure to fully protect company assets.
  • Oversaw daily operations and shipping and handling processes.
  • Adhered to industry best practices for warehousing, material handling and documentation.
  • Listened closely during team meetings to gain complete understanding of duties required for each shift, completing priority tasks first.
  • Promoted safety policies and practices among personnel, enforcing appropriate handling and use of equipment and products.
  • Created and enforced detailed organization processes to increase quality and service standards.
  • Removed debris and hazardous materials from packing area to avoid contamination.

Education

Virginia School of Nursing And Medical Institute
Springfield, Virginia

from Nursing (LPN) With Diploma Degree
11.2011

University Overview

Skills

  • Conditions Reporting
  • Specimen Collection
  • Work Planning and Coordination
  • Team Building
  • Nursing Intervention Evaluations
  • Medication Administration
  • Wound Dressing
  • Patient Charting
  • Time Management
  • Infection Control
  • Critical Thinking
  • Dementia Knowledge and Care
  • Sterilization and Sanitation
  • HIPAA Compliance
  • Dietary Requirements and Restrictions
  • Transcribing Orders
  • Seizure Precautions
  • Medical History Documenting

Timeline

LPN School Private Nurse ( 1-one-1)
CrownHills Enterprises
09.2023 - Current
LPN
Global Medical Services
09.2022 - 06.2023
Licensed Practical Nurse
Encore At Turf Valley
12.2018 - Current
Warehouse Lead
Sephora
08.2007 - 06.2010
Geriatric Nursing Assistant
Lorien Nursing Home And Rehabilitation (Belcamp)
04.2007 - 08.2013
Virginia School of Nursing And Medical Institute
from Nursing (LPN) With Diploma Degree
Doris Dako