Hi, I’m
Elizabeth Im
LPN- RN Student
North Port,FL
Summary
Registered nursing student with a background as a medical surgical licensed practical nurse. Demonstrated success delivering patient care to medical surgical patients in an acute care setting. Expected graduation date is March 2023. Relocating to Orlando to continue my education at UCF. Eager to expand my knowledge in areas such as pediatrics.
Overview
9
years of professional experience
4
years of post-secondary education
1
Language
Work History
Sarasota Memorial Hospital, FL
Licensed Practical Nurse
02.2021 - Current
Job overview
- Administered controlled narcotics, inserted IVs and performed catheterizations.
- Delivered updates in patient status to charge nurse, recording changes in medical records.
- Used aseptic techniques to provide sterilized wound care and dressing applications.
- Educated patients and caregivers on medical diagnoses, treatment options, chronic disease self-management and wound management.
- Assisted with admissions, appointments, transfers and discharges.
HCA Healthcare Inc.Port Charlotte, FL
Licensed Practical Nurse
08.2021 - 12.2022
Job overview
- Cared for wounds, provided treatments and assisted with procedures.
- Managed patient care through closely monitoring respiration, blood pressure and blood glucose levels.
- Monitored, tracked and conveyed important patient information to healthcare staff to help optimize treatment planning and care delivery.
- Managed appointment calendar for scans, lab tests and evaluations.
- Used aseptic techniques to provide sterilized wound care and dressing applications.
- Assisted with admissions, appointments, transfers and discharges.
- Educated patients and caregivers on medical diagnoses, treatment options, chronic disease self-management and wound management.
- Collaborated with interdisciplinary team of healthcare and social service providers to address patients' needs through effective intervention and care planning.
- Performed functional assessments for admission and discharge.
- Documented accurate and complete patient information to address patient problems and expected outcomes.
- Performed routine evaluations of each patient's status, needs and preferences.
- Minimized staff and patient infection risk by cleaning and disinfecting equipment instruments.
Sarasota Memorial HospitalSarasota, FL
Patient Care Technician
08.2020 - 03.2021
Job overview
- Monitored, tracked and conveyed important patient information to healthcare staff to help optimize treatment planning and care delivery.
- Helped patients maintain healthy skin by checking wounds, assessing integrity and bathing bedbound individuals.
- Obtained patient vital signs and reported results to staff nurse or physician, noting changes from prior measurements.
- Organized and replenished unit supplies to maintain team readiness for expected demands.
- Maintained patient stability by checking vital signs and weight and recording intake and outtake information.
Brookdale Senior Living FacilityPort Charlotte, FL
Certified Nursing Assistant
03.2017 - 03.2020
Job overview
- Checked patient vitals such as temperature, blood pressure and blood sugar levels.
- Answered call lights and supported patient comfort and safety by adjusting bed rails and equipment.
- Conferred with multidisciplinary healthcare team to help effectively manage patient conditions with regular testing and vitals assessments.
- Promoted good oral and personal hygiene by aiding patients with shaving, bathing and teeth brushing.
- Supported ambulation and physical therapy needs by conducting planned exercise routines.
- Cared for residents in assisted living facility and delivered high-quality support to meet needs.
Signature HealthCAREPort Charlotte, FL
Certified Nursing Assistant
05.2015 - 03.2017
Job overview
- Oversaw and maintained patients' rooms, group living areas and nurse stations.
- Offered immediate assistance in emergency and routine paging situations to evaluate needs and deliver care.
- Answered call lights and supported patient comfort and safety by adjusting bed rails and equipment.
- Delivered individualized patient care by recording vital signs, documenting observations, administering treatments and evaluating patient needs.
- Participated in fun group activities with patients to boost mood, improve overall memory and provide light entertainment.
Education
Galen College of NursingTampa, FL
Associate of Science from Nursing
08.2021 - Current
Charlotte Technical CollegePort Charlotte, FL
Diploma from Licensed Practical Nurse
08.2018 - 01.2021
Skills
Medication administration
Infection control measures
Proper catheter insertion/removal
Strong clinical judgment
Physical assessments
Medical recordkeeping
Patient evaluation
Patient discharge
Patient Monitoring
Timeline
Licensed Practical Nurse
HCA Healthcare Inc.
08.2021 - 12.2022
Galen College of Nursing
Associate of Science from Nursing
08.2021 - Current
Licensed Practical Nurse
Sarasota Memorial Hospital
02.2021 - Current
Patient Care Technician
Sarasota Memorial Hospital
08.2020 - 03.2021
Charlotte Technical College
Diploma from Licensed Practical Nurse
08.2018 - 01.2021
Certified Nursing Assistant
Brookdale Senior Living Facility
03.2017 - 03.2020
Certified Nursing Assistant
Signature HealthCARE
05.2015 - 03.2017