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Dyan Stevens

Houston

Summary

New graduate LVN with a solid foundation in patient care, medication administration, and vital signs monitoring. Capable of effectively supporting healthcare teams and contributing to high-quality patient outcomes. Known for compassionate patient interaction and effective communication skills, essential in providing exceptional care.

Overview

15
15
years of professional experience

Work History

Patient Care Technician

HCA Healthcare
10.2022 - 12.2024
  • Provided direct patient care and assistance to healthcare team members.
  • Assisted in preparing patients for examinations and treatments, including vital signs monitoring.
  • Administered prescribed medications under the supervision of a Registered Nurse.

CNA

Nurse Dash
02.2022 - 10.2022
  • Answered call lights and supported patient comfort and safety by adjusting bed rails and equipment
  • Promoted good oral and personal hygiene by aiding patients with shaving, bathing and teeth brushing
  • Checked patient vitals such as temperature, blood pressure and blood sugar levels
  • Assisted with feeding and monitored intake to help patients achieve nutritional objectives.

CNA

ATC
01.2016 - 10.2021
  • Ran errands for patients, did shopping, and picked up other necessities
  • Planned, prepared and served meals and snacks according to prescribed diets
  • Scheduled and accompanied clients to medical appointments
  • Monitored and maintained cleanliness, sanitation, and organization of assigned station and service areas.

Caregiver, Special Needs

Allegheny Valley Hospital
03.2015 - 07.2017
  • Assisted with dressing guidance, grooming, meal preparation and medication reminders
  • Assisted clients with daily living needs to maintain self-esteem and general wellness
  • Built strong relationships with clients to deliver emotional support and companionship.

CareGiver, Geriatric

Concordia
01.2010 - 03.2015
  • Assist residents with activities of daily living (ADLs) including eating and drinking, ambulating, transferring, toileting, bladder and bowel management, personal hygiene, bathing, dressing, turning and positioning, restorative care
  • Gives treatments per the ADL/treatment book
  • Answers call bells and responds to resident needs promptly
  • Communicates observations and findings to the Charge Nurse
  • Documents care, treatments provided, and other information as required by regulations and policies/procedures
  • After specific training and supervision, may be asked to take temperature, pulse, respirations, collect urine, stool, and sputum specimens, measure fluid intake and output, and perform other simple treatments/procedures.

Education

Licensed Vocational Nurse - Nursing

Galen College of Nursing
12-2024

Skills

  • Patient observation
  • Elderly care
  • Feeding tube assistance
  • Tracheostomy care
  • Vital signs monitoring
  • Blood glucose testing
  • CPR certification

Education

Houston, TX

Contact

Houston, TX 77095

Timeline

Patient Care Technician

HCA Healthcare
10.2022 - 12.2024

CNA

Nurse Dash
02.2022 - 10.2022

CNA

ATC
01.2016 - 10.2021

Caregiver, Special Needs

Allegheny Valley Hospital
03.2015 - 07.2017

CareGiver, Geriatric

Concordia
01.2010 - 03.2015

Licensed Vocational Nurse - Nursing

Galen College of Nursing
Dyan Stevens