Elexis McCullough
Houston,TX
Summary
Dedicated Licensed Nurse with 8+ years of experience in patient care, medication administration, and health monitoring. Proficient in collaborating with healthcare teams to enhance patient outcomes and adapt to dynamic environments. Recognized for strong communication, problem-solving abilities, and empathy in high-pressure situations.
Overview
10
10
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Home Health Aide
Homewell Care Services
05.2022 - 06.2024
- Ensured clients' comfort and safety during daily activities with compassionate care.
- Enhanced clients' independence by assisting with hygiene, dressing, and mobility.
- Administered prescribed medications safely, following established protocols and schedules.
- Collaborated with healthcare professionals to create individualized care plans for clients.
- Trained new caregivers on effective patient care and operational best practices.
- Fostered strong relationships with clients, providing emotional support and companionship.
Caregiver
A Kind Gesture Homecare Agency
01.2022 - 05.2022
- Monitored client health status, promptly reporting changes to medical staff for timely interventions.
- Implemented engaging activities tailored to client interests, promoting social interaction and mental stimulation.
- Maintained accurate documentation of care provided, ensuring compliance with regulatory standards and policies.
- Cleaned house, ran errands, managed laundry, and completed weekly grocery shopping.
- Collaborated with healthcare team members to develop personalized care plans for each client, resulting in tailored support and improved wellbeing.
Direct Support Professional
BSSLC
10.2016 - 06.2021
- Provided treatment, training, guidance and support by following Individual Treatment Plan.
- Provided individualized support to clients with developmental disabilities, enhancing daily living skills and personal goals.
- Communicated openly and respectfully with patients, supervisors, members of community.
- Assisted and encouraged patient to realize both long and short-term intellectual goals.
- Documented progress notes thoroughly to track client achievements, concerns, or changes in behavior patterns that may need attention from the interdisciplinary team.
Enlisted Soldier
Texas Army National Guard
05.2014 - 05.2020
- Operated and maintained various military equipment to ensure readiness for training and operations.
- Executed tactical missions with precision, adhering to safety protocols and operational guidelines.
- Collaborated with fellow service members from other branches during joint exercises, demonstrating adaptability and teamwork capabilities.
- Operated and maintained armored vehicles.
- Ensured mission readiness by maintaining personal weapons proficiency, scoring highly on annual qualification tests consistently.
Education
High School Diploma -
BRENHAM HIGH SCHOOL
Brenham, TX05.2014
LVN/LPN - Nursing
The College of Health Care Professions
TX08-2022
Skills
- LVN/LPN
- Community Involvement
- Cultural competence
- Developmental Disabilities
- Teaching Strategies
- Mental Health
- Therapeutic Communication
- Behavioral Health
- Geriatric care
- Patient care
- Patient management
- Palliative care
Certification
LVN/LPN #1211638
CPR Certified
Timeline
Home Health Aide
Homewell Care Services
05.2022 - 06.2024
Caregiver
A Kind Gesture Homecare Agency
01.2022 - 05.2022
Direct Support Professional
BSSLC
10.2016 - 06.2021
Enlisted Soldier
Texas Army National Guard
05.2014 - 05.2020
High School Diploma -
BRENHAM HIGH SCHOOL
LVN/LPN - Nursing
The College of Health Care Professions