Licensed Practical Nurse well-versed in performing triage, collecting intake information and caring for a diverse pool of patients. Good communicator with organized nature and strong prioritization and multitasking skills. Sound judgment, caring nature and superior work ethic.
Overview
1
1
year of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Licensed Practical Nurse
Inspire Specialty Hospital
Oklahoma City, OK
12.2023 - Current
Collaborated with interdisciplinary team members to ensure optimal quality of care.
Monitored vital signs and performed other diagnostic tests as required.
Assessed and monitored vital signs of critically ill patients.
Provided care to a variety of complex medical and surgical patients.
Assisted with bedside procedures, including intubation, central line placement, arterial lines, chest tubes and wound care.
Assessed patient's response to IV therapy and communicated changes in status with physicians and nursing staff.
Managed multiple infusion pumps simultaneously while providing care to multiple patients.
Provided emergency care to critically ill patients in a timely manner.
Performed triage, prioritizing treatment of incoming patients based on acuity level.
Licensed Practical Nurse
Oklahoma County Detention Center
Oklahoma City, OK
12.2023 - Current
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.
Evaluated inmates for suicidal ideation or other mental health concerns; referred to appropriate healthcare professionals when indicated.
Performed medical rounds on a daily basis to assess the overall condition of inmates.
Identified changes in an inmate's condition and reported them to the physician or nurse practitioner immediately.
Ensured that all required documentation was completed accurately within established timeframes according to facility policy.
Provided guidance and support to correctional officers regarding basic healthcare issues concerning inmates.
Responded promptly to emergency situations involving inmate injuries or illness.
Licensed Practical Nurse, Corrections
Cell Staff
McLoud, OK
06.2023 - 12.2023
Administered oral, IV and intra-muscular medications and monitored patient reactions.
Collected blood, urine or sputum from patients to perform routine laboratory tests.
Maintained accurate medical records of each patient's health condition.
Assessed patient conditions, monitored behaviors and updated supervising physicians with observations and concerns.
Performed triage to maximum team productivity and effectiveness.
Coordinated with doctors and registered nurses to develop care plans for patients.
Licensed Practical Nurse, LTC
Oklahoma Department of Veterans Affairs
Norman, OK
03.2023 - 06.2023
Conducted daily rounds visiting assigned patients ensuring they are comfortable and have all necessary supplies available.
Administered prescribed medications or started intravenous fluids, noting times and amounts on patient charts.
Ensured that all medications were administered accurately and on time as prescribed by the physician.
Assembled and used catheters, tracheotomy tubes or oxygen suppliers.
Guaranteed exceptional care quality by correctly administering medication, inserting and caring for catheters, dressing and changing wounds and assisting with personal hygiene.