Virginia Russell
Onancock,VA
Summary
Dedicated and compassionate Licensed Practical Nurse with extensive experience in sample collection, blood draw, IV insertion and infection control. Maintains composure and makes accurate decisions in fast-paced, unpredictable and stressful environments. History of interfacing seamlessly with doctors, specialized support services, patients and visiting families. Patient-oriented nursing professional with 22 years of hands-on experience in delivering quality direct and indirect patient care to individuals in facility and home settings. Skillfully completes tasks and fosters relationships with patients, caregivers and coworkers to drive patient care goals and advance nursing philosophies.
Overview
21
21
years of professional experience
Work History
Licensed Practical Nurse
Tidal Health Group
Salisbury, MD
12.2002 - Current
- Performed physical assessments, including vital signs and health history documentation.
- Administered medications and treatments according to established protocols.
- Monitored vital signs, fluid intake and output levels, glucose levels, and other medical tests results.
- Educated patients on disease prevention and management strategies for their individual conditions.
- Assisted with admissions and discharges of patients from hospital units or long-term care facilities.
- Communicated concerns regarding patients' status, care and environment to nursing supervisors, clinical care supervisors and case managers.
- Administered prescribed medications or started intravenous fluids, noting times and amounts on patient charts.
- Collected biological specimens and packaged for laboratory transport to complete diagnostic tests.
- Addressed patient care needs, collected vitals, dressed wounds and managed catheters.
- Administered prescribed medications or started intravenous fluids, noting times and amounts on patients' charts.
LPN
Mediko Correctional Health
Richmond , VA
10.2022 - 08.2023
- Assessed and monitored inmates' physical, psychological, and medical health conditions.
- Provided nursing care to inmates with acute and chronic illnesses including diabetes, hypertension, HIV and AIDS, mental health disorders.
- Administered medications as prescribed by physicians and documented medication administration in accordance with policy.
- Evaluated inmates for suicidal ideation or other mental health concerns; referred to appropriate healthcare professionals when indicated.
- Maintained accurate records of patient care services rendered in compliance with facility policies and procedures.
- Responded to emergency situations with speed, expertise and level-headed approaches to provide optimal care, support and life-saving interventions.
- Administered oral, IV and intra-muscular medications and monitored patient reactions.
LPN
Riverside Home Health and Hospice
Accomac, VA
05.2020 - 02.2022
- Assisted physicians with patient care by taking vital signs, administering injections and performing other nursing duties.
- Performed routine laboratory tests including urinalysis, blood glucose monitoring and others.
- Provided home health care services such as wound care, medication administration, and IV therapy.
- Educated patients and families about disease management, lifestyle changes, nutrition, and preventive healthcare measures.
- Instructed family members in basic nursing skills including wound care, injections, catheterization, and other treatments as ordered by the physician.
- Initiated referrals to appropriate community resources when needed.
- Maintained accurate records of all visits made to patients' homes along with any changes in their conditions or treatments prescribed by physicians.
- Addressed patient care needs, collected vitals, dressed wounds and managed catheters.
- Charted changes in patient conditions and discussed concerns with supervising healthcare provider.
- Participated in on-call rotations and delivered after-hours care.
- Utilized computerized Resource and Patient Management System (RPMS) and Electronic Health Record (EHR) system.
Education
Certification - Nursing
Shore Memorial School of Practical Nursing
Nassawadox, VA08-2002
Skills
- Health Education
- Family Communication
- Physical Assessment
- Wound Care
- Clinical Documentation
- Samples collection
- Direct Patient Care
- Geriatric Care
- Empathetic and compassionate
- Medication Administration
- Caring for wounds
- Medication Dispensing
- Catheter Care
Timeline
LPN
Mediko Correctional Health
10.2022 - 08.2023
LPN
Riverside Home Health and Hospice
05.2020 - 02.2022
Licensed Practical Nurse
Tidal Health Group
12.2002 - Current
Certification - Nursing
Shore Memorial School of Practical Nursing
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