Elisha Witte
Silver Springs
Summary
Patient-oriented nursing professional with more than 6 years of hands-on experience in delivering quality direct and indirect patient care to individuals in clinical, phlebotomy, memory care and assisted living setting. Foster relationships with patients, caregivers, family members and coworkers to drive patient care goals. Able to work under stressful environments while maintaining composure and maintain a calm and assuring demeanor while speaking with patients.
Overview
18
18
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Licensed Practical Nurse
Department of Veterans Affairs
04.2023 - Current
- Improved patient outcomes by administering medications, monitoring vital signs, and documenting relevant information.
- Collaborated with interdisciplinary healthcare teams to ensure continuous quality improvement in patient care delivery.
- Perform routine evaluation of patients while in the clinic setting by obtaining current symptoms & complaints, observing the patient's condition, behavior, & response to treatments and/or medications.
- Educate patient and/or family members
- Perform EKG & EKG Holter monitoring including set-up, operation and uploading of patient data
- Perform venipuncture and other blood collection procedures according to established standards
- Document accurate and complete patient information to address problems and expected outcomes
- Responsible for timely implementation of orders and nursing interventions
Health Wellness Coordinator - LPN
Freedom Pointe Place
08.2008 - 03.2023
- Served as a liaison between employees and management, addressing concerns related to workplace policies and practices
- Responded to patient alarms and needs-assessment requests to identify course of treatment
- Promoted patient satisfaction by assisting with daily living needs such as bathing, dressing, toileting and exercising.
- Documented patient intake information, including medical histories, current symptoms and vitals
- Collected biological specimens and packages for laboratory transport
- Collected and documented vital signs to track current patient conditions.
- Evaluated patient status and re-assessed patients nursing needs every week.
- Administered patient care to memory care residents by initiating preventative and rehabilitative interventions, assisting patients with activities of daily living (ADL), positioning, mobilization and personal hygiene support
911 Public Safety Telecommunicator
Marion County Public Safety
12.2006 - 07.2019
- Oversaw shift of up to 15 employees daily, including scheduling and operations
- Coordinated with law enforcement agencies during high-risk incidents for a successful resolution.
- Responsible for complaints within the communication center and from the public.
- Maintained high levels of confidentiality and security of sensitive data
- Kept detailed records of unit's location and status. Quickly and accurately disseminated information for unit use.
- Promoted a positive work environment by actively collaborating with colleagues to share knowledge and provide mutual support.
Education
Licensed Practical Nurse
Marion Technical College
Ocala, FL06-2008
Skills
- Medication administration
- Direct patient care
- Vital signs monitoring
- HIPAA compliance
- Dependable
- Multi-tasking and prioritization
- Immunization administration
- Clinical documentation
Certification
- CPR Certification
- Practical Nurse License by Florida Board of Nursing
Timeline
Licensed Practical Nurse
Department of Veterans Affairs
04.2023 - Current
Health Wellness Coordinator - LPN
Freedom Pointe Place
08.2008 - 03.2023
911 Public Safety Telecommunicator
Marion County Public Safety
12.2006 - 07.2019
Licensed Practical Nurse
Marion Technical College
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