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Ericka Williams-Mays

Ericka Williams-Mays

Tavares,FL

Summary

Proficient and caring LPN nursing team member offering over 10+ years of patient-facing experience. Addresses patient needs with compassionate care and attention to detail. Diligent about maximizing satisfaction, safety and wellness while serving patients of all backgrounds. Dependable healthcare team member with sound judgment, excellent clinical abilities and smooth bedside manner. Track and chart vitals and other markers to help patients, support team treatment goals and boost outcomes. Exceptional approach in communication, eagerness to learn, working with a team to give the best patient support. Dependable healthcare team member with sound judgment, excellent clinical abilities and smooth bedside manner. Track and chart vitals and other markers to help patients, support team treatment goals and boost outcomes. Exceptional approach in [Type] patient support.

Overview

16
16
years of professional experience

Work History

Licensed Practical Nurse

NeuLife Rehabilitation
12.2020 - 09.2023
  • Cared for wounds, provided treatments, and assisted with procedures.
  • Assisted with admissions, appointments, transfers, and discharges.
  • Documented accurate and complete patient information to address patient problems and expected outcomes.
  • Obtained patient vital signs and input/output measurements from inpatients.
  • Managed patient care through closely monitoring respiration, blood pressure, and blood glucose levels.
  • Performed routine evaluations of each patient's status, needs, and preferences.
  • Administered controlled narcotics, inserted IVs, and performed catheterizations.
  • Monitored, tracked, and conveyed important patient information to healthcare staff to help optimize treatment planning and care delivery.
  • Used aseptic techniques to provide sterilized wound care and dressing applications.
  • Evaluated patients to identify and address wounds, behavioral concerns, and medically relevant symptoms.
  • Delivered updates in patient status to charge nurse, recording changes in medical records.
  • Collaborated with interdisciplinary team of healthcare and social service providers to address patients' needs through effective intervention and care planning.
  • Gathered lab specimens, ordered testing, and interpreted results to diagnose patients.
  • Answered incoming phone calls from patients to provide basic assistance and triage medical concerns.
  • Comforted and counseled patients and families throughout care process.
  • Educated patients and caregivers on medical diagnoses, treatment options, chronic disease self-management and wound management.
  • Offered immediate assistance in emergency and routine paging situations to evaluate needs and deliver care.
  • Minimized staff and patient infection risk by cleaning and disinfecting equipment instruments.
  • Assisted with feeding and monitored intake to help patients achieve nutritional objectives.
  • Administered medications and injections to patients.
  • Monitored patient health conditions to report changes to assigned physician.
  • Assessed patients' temperature, pulse, and blood pressure and recorded in electronic medical records.
  • Reviewed patient history to verify conditions and current medications.
  • Evaluated patient histories, complaints, and current symptoms.
  • Responded to patient requests with appropriate clinical and personal assistance.
  • Delivered emotional support to patients and families during challenging times.
  • Provided patient education on health care issues and prescribed medications.
  • Took samples to complete diagnostic and routine assessment tests.
  • Helped long-term care residents with bathing, dressing, feeding, and other daily living activities.
  • Clearly and thoroughly explained diagnoses, treatment options and procedures to patients and loved ones, checking in to verify understanding.
  • Provided diagnosis information, treatment possibilities, disease management tips and wound care advice to patients, loved ones and caregivers.
  • Helped patients complete bathing, dressing and eating.
  • Protected patients and healthcare team members from infection by sterilizing equipment and reusable supplies.
  • 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.
  • Ensured regulatory compliance by adhering to infection control protocols and maintaining accurate documentation of patient data.
  • Facilitated efficient communication between patients, families, and healthcare providers to promote continuity of care across settings.
  • Streamlined nursing processes by implementing evidence-based practices that improved clinical workflow efficiency.
  • Maintained a safe and therapeutic environment for patients through effective risk assessment and crisis intervention strategies.
  • Provided compassionate palliative care for terminally ill patients while supporting their emotional needs during end-of-life stages.
  • Increased patient satisfaction scores by consistently delivering high-quality nursing care tailored to individual needs and preferences.
  • Mentored new nursing staff to enhance professional development opportunities within the team dynamic.
  • Promoted a culture of teamwork through active participation in unit meetings, performance improvement initiatives, and collaborative problem-solving efforts.
  • Managed time-sensitive tasks effectively under pressure while maintaining composure during critical situations or emergencies.
  • Delivered culturally competent care that respected diverse patient populations'' unique values, beliefs, and traditions.
  • Contributed to organizational success by participating in accreditation surveys, quality assurance programs, and ongoing staff education activities.
  • Optimized resource utilization through prudent management of medical supplies inventory and equipment maintenance schedules.
  • Demonstrated excellent technical skills in wound dressing changes, IV therapy administration, catheter insertion, and other routine nursing procedures.
  • Adapted quickly to changing patient needs, adjusting care plans accordingly to ensure optimal outcomes in diverse clinical scenarios.

Licensed Practical Nurse

North/South Campus
03.2008 - 07.2021
  • Cared for wounds, provided treatments, and assisted with procedures.
  • Assisted with admissions, appointments, transfers, and discharges.
  • Documented accurate and complete patient information to address patient problems and expected outcomes.
  • Obtained patient vital signs and input/output measurements from inpatients.
  • Managed patient care through closely monitoring respiration, blood pressure, and blood glucose levels.
  • Performed routine evaluations of each patient's status, needs, and preferences.
  • Administered controlled narcotics, inserted IVs, and performed catheterizations.
  • Monitored, tracked, and conveyed important patient information to healthcare staff to help optimize treatment planning and care delivery.
  • Used aseptic techniques to provide sterilized wound care and dressing applications.
  • Evaluated patients to identify and address wounds, behavioral concerns, and medically relevant symptoms.
  • Delivered updates in patient status to charge nurse, recording changes in medical records.
  • Collaborated with interdisciplinary team of healthcare and social service providers to address patients' needs through effective intervention and care planning.
  • Gathered lab specimens, ordered testing, and interpreted results to diagnose patients.
  • Answered incoming phone calls from patients to provide basic assistance and triage medical concerns.
  • Comforted and counseled patients and families throughout care process.
  • Educated patients and caregivers on medical diagnoses, treatment options, chronic disease self-management and wound management.
  • Offered immediate assistance in emergency and routine paging situations to evaluate needs and deliver care.
  • Minimized staff and patient infection risk by cleaning and disinfecting equipment instruments.
  • Assisted with feeding and monitored intake to help patients achieve nutritional objectives.
  • Administered medications and injections to patients.
  • Monitored patient health conditions to report changes to assigned physician.
  • Assessed patients' temperature, pulse, and blood pressure and recorded in electronic medical records.
  • Reviewed patient history to verify conditions and current medications.
  • Evaluated patient histories, complaints, and current symptoms.
  • Responded to patient requests with appropriate clinical and personal assistance.
  • Worked with multidisciplinary team to carry out successful treatment plans for diverse acute and chronic conditions.
  • Delivered emotional support to patients and families during challenging times.
  • Provided patient education on health care issues and prescribed medications.
  • Took samples to complete diagnostic and routine assessment tests.
  • Helped long-term care residents with bathing, dressing, feeding, and other daily living activities.
  • Clearly and thoroughly explained diagnoses, treatment options and procedures to patients and loved ones, checking in to verify understanding.
  • Provided diagnosis information, treatment possibilities, disease management tips and wound care advice to patients, loved ones and caregivers.
  • Coordinated patient transfers to other facilities.
  • Helped patients complete bathing, dressing and eating.
  • Protected patients and healthcare team members from infection by sterilizing equipment and reusable supplies.
  • Developed and implemented individualized patient care plans.
  • Managed various general office duties such as answering multiple telephone lines, completing insurance forms, and mailing monthly invoice statements to patients.
  • Circulated assigned floor to measure and record patients' fluid and food levels, implementing measures to promote healthy intake and output as necessary.
  • Delivered direct quality care to patients by evaluating medical conditions and managing and assessing treatments.
  • Established cordial relationships with medical personnel and staff to promote teamwork and maintain positive attitude.
  • Assembled and used equipment such as catheters, tracheotomy tubes, or oxygen suppliers to effectively manage patient care.
  • Assisted in coordinating transfers, discharges and admissions to establish smooth transition of patients.
  • Maintained and promoted autonomy and rights of patients to provide protection and enforce dignity and respect.
  • Managed daily staff assignments and patient scheduling to guarantee clinic coverage and flow.
  • Analyzed patient assessments and laboratory data to bring any issues to attention of physicians.
  • Documented patient care plans and progress to enable tracking history and maintain updated records.
  • Collaborated with interdisciplinary teams to establish proper patient care and provide education to patients and family members.
  • Educated patients to provide information on health promotion and disease prevention.
  • Promoted patient independence by teaching self-care skills and explaining conditions and medications.
  • Updated patient medical records with services provided, health conditions, and response to treatments using [Software].
  • Participated in development and implementation of quality improvement initiatives to raise healthcare standards.
  • Led and mentored [Number] newly licensed nurses and nursing students to develop professional expertise.
  • Scheduled staff and delegated work assignments.
  • Maintained medication room in full compliance with government and facility requirements.
  • Oversaw medication passes and all direct patient care.
  • Helped to develop, improve and implement nursing policies and procedures.
  • Evaluated and improved team member performance through coaching and training.
  • Recruited, interviewed and hired well-qualified nursing staff.
  • Observed and assessed patients to identify concerning symptoms.
  • Built meaningful relationships with patients and families for optimal care.
  • Administered medications and topic treatments to address patient symptoms.
  • Educated patients, families and caregivers about conditions and treatments.
  • Improved patient well-being by offering advice on preventive health measures.
  • Partnered with support technicians, nursing staff and social workers to coordinate services.
  • Planned and implemented patient care to treat conditions or mitigate symptoms.
  • Helped charge nurse staff unit and achieve coverage goals.
  • Verified work of subordinates against quality guidelines.
  • Delegated patient care responsibilities to nursing assistants and student nurses.
  • Enhanced patient care by performing comprehensive assessments and developing individualized care plans.
  • Improved patient outcomes by administering medications, monitoring vital signs, and documenting relevant information.
  • Assisted physicians with diagnostic testing and procedural support for optimal treatment decisions.
  • Collaborated with interdisciplinary healthcare teams to ensure continuous quality improvement in patient care delivery.
  • Educated patients and families on health promotion, disease prevention, and self-care management strategies.
  • Reduced hospital readmissions by providing thorough discharge planning and follow-up care coordination.
  • Ensured regulatory compliance by adhering to infection control protocols and maintaining accurate documentation of patient data.
  • Facilitated efficient communication between patients, families, and healthcare providers to promote continuity of care across settings.
  • Streamlined nursing processes by implementing evidence-based practices that improved clinical workflow efficiency.
  • Maintained a safe and therapeutic environment for patients through effective risk assessment and crisis intervention strategies.
  • Provided compassionate palliative care for terminally ill patients while supporting their emotional needs during end-of-life stages.
  • Increased patient satisfaction scores by consistently delivering high-quality nursing care tailored to individual needs and preferences.
  • Mentored new nursing staff to enhance professional development opportunities within the team dynamic.
  • Promoted a culture of teamwork through active participation in unit meetings, performance improvement initiatives, and collaborative problem-solving efforts.
  • Managed time-sensitive tasks effectively under pressure while maintaining composure during critical situations or emergencies.
  • Delivered culturally competent care that respected diverse patient populations'' unique values, beliefs, and traditions.
  • Contributed to organizational success by participating in accreditation surveys, quality assurance programs, and ongoing staff education activities.
  • Optimized resource utilization through prudent management of medical supplies inventory and equipment maintenance schedules.
  • Demonstrated excellent technical skills in wound dressing changes, IV therapy administration, catheter insertion, and other routine nursing procedures.
  • Adapted quickly to changing patient needs, adjusting care plans accordingly to ensure optimal outcomes in diverse clinical scenarios.

Licensed Practical Nurse

Ruleme Center
02.2013 - 12.2020
  • Assessed patients' temperature, pulse, and blood pressure and recorded in electronic medical records.
  • Delivered direct quality care to patients by evaluating medical conditions and managing and assessing treatments.
  • Established cordial relationships with medical personnel and staff to promote teamwork and maintain positive attitude.
  • Assembled and used equipment such as catheters, tracheotomy tubes, or oxygen suppliers to effectively manage patient care.
  • Assisted in coordinating transfers, discharges and admissions to establish smooth transition of patients.
  • Maintained and promoted autonomy and rights of patients to provide protection and enforce dignity and respect.
  • Analyzed patient assessments and laboratory data to bring any issues to attention of physicians.
  • Managed daily staff assignments and patient scheduling to guarantee clinic coverage and flow.
  • Documented patient care plans and progress to enable tracking history and maintain updated records.
  • Collaborated with interdisciplinary teams to establish proper patient care and provide education to patients and family members.
  • Educated patients to provide information on health promotion and disease prevention.
  • Promoted patient independence by teaching self-care skills and explaining conditions and medications.
  • Updated patient medical records with services provided, health conditions, and response to treatments using [Software].
  • Participated in development and implementation of quality improvement initiatives to raise healthcare standards.
  • Led and mentored [Number] newly licensed nurses and nursing students to develop professional expertise.
  • Administered medications and injections to patients.
  • Monitored patient health conditions to report changes to assigned physician.
  • Delivered emotional support to patients and families during challenging times.
  • Responded to patient requests with appropriate clinical and personal assistance.
  • Worked with multidisciplinary team to carry out successful treatment plans for diverse acute and chronic conditions.
  • Reviewed patient history to verify conditions and current medications.
  • Evaluated patient histories, complaints, and current symptoms.
  • Helped long-term care residents with bathing, dressing, feeding, and other daily living activities.
  • Provided patient education on health care issues and prescribed medications.
  • Clearly and thoroughly explained diagnoses, treatment options and procedures to patients and loved ones, checking in to verify understanding.
  • Circulated assigned floor to measure and record patients' fluid and food levels, implementing measures to promote healthy intake and output as necessary.
  • Provided diagnosis information, treatment possibilities, disease management tips and wound care advice to patients, loved ones and caregivers.
  • Took samples to complete diagnostic and routine assessment tests.
  • Developed and implemented individualized patient care plans.
  • Coordinated patient transfers to other facilities.
  • Helped patients complete bathing, dressing and eating.
  • Protected patients and healthcare team members from infection by sterilizing equipment and reusable supplies.
  • Managed various general office duties such as answering multiple telephone lines, completing insurance forms, and mailing monthly invoice statements to patients.
  • Observed and assessed patients to identify concerning symptoms.
  • Built meaningful relationships with patients and families for optimal care.
  • Administered medications and topic treatments to address patient symptoms.
  • Educated patients, families and caregivers about conditions and treatments.
  • Improved patient well-being by offering advice on preventive health measures.
  • Partnered with support technicians, nursing staff and social workers to coordinate services.
  • Planned and implemented patient care to treat conditions or mitigate symptoms.
  • Helped charge nurse staff unit and achieve coverage goals.
  • Verified work of subordinates against quality guidelines.
  • Delegated patient care responsibilities to nursing assistants and student nurses.
  • Cared for wounds, provided treatments, and assisted with procedures.
  • Assisted with admissions, appointments, transfers, and discharges.
  • Documented accurate and complete patient information to address patient problems and expected outcomes.
  • Obtained patient vital signs and input/output measurements from inpatients.
  • Managed patient care through closely monitoring respiration, blood pressure, and blood glucose levels.
  • Performed routine evaluations of each patient's status, needs, and preferences.
  • Administered controlled narcotics, inserted IVs, and performed catheterizations.
  • Monitored, tracked, and conveyed important patient information to healthcare staff to help optimize treatment planning and care delivery.
  • Used aseptic techniques to provide sterilized wound care and dressing applications.
  • Evaluated patients to identify and address wounds, behavioral concerns, and medically relevant symptoms.
  • Delivered updates in patient status to charge nurse, recording changes in medical records.
  • Collaborated with interdisciplinary team of healthcare and social service providers to address patients' needs through effective intervention and care planning.
  • Gathered lab specimens, ordered testing, and interpreted results to diagnose patients.
  • Answered incoming phone calls from patients to provide basic assistance and triage medical concerns.
  • Comforted and counseled patients and families throughout care process.
  • Educated patients and caregivers on medical diagnoses, treatment options, chronic disease self-management and wound management.
  • Offered immediate assistance in emergency and routine paging situations to evaluate needs and deliver care.
  • Minimized staff and patient infection risk by cleaning and disinfecting equipment instruments.
  • Assisted with feeding and monitored intake to help patients achieve nutritional objectives.
  • Enhanced patient care by performing comprehensive assessments and developing individualized care plans.
  • Improved patient outcomes by administering medications, monitoring vital signs, and documenting relevant information.
  • Assisted physicians with diagnostic testing and procedural support for optimal treatment decisions.
  • Collaborated with interdisciplinary healthcare teams to ensure continuous quality improvement in patient care delivery.
  • Educated patients and families on health promotion, disease prevention, and self-care management strategies.
  • Ensured regulatory compliance by adhering to infection control protocols and maintaining accurate documentation of patient data.
  • Facilitated efficient communication between patients, families, and healthcare providers to promote continuity of care across settings.
  • Streamlined nursing processes by implementing evidence-based practices that improved clinical workflow efficiency.
  • Maintained a safe and therapeutic environment for patients through effective risk assessment and crisis intervention strategies.

Education

LPN - Nursing

Seminole State College of Florida
Sanford, FL
12.2007

Skills

  • Family Communication
  • Clinical Documentation
  • Health Education
  • Emergency Response
  • Physical Assessment
  • Patient Intake
  • Wound Care
  • Pulse oximetry tracking
  • Breathing Treatments
  • Palliative Care
  • Chronic Disease Management
  • Documenting intake
  • Caregiving skills
  • Vital signs monitoring
  • Clinical judgment
  • Compassionate Care
  • Medication Administration
  • Indirect Patient Care
  • Immunization Administration
  • Direct Patient Care
  • Preventive Care
  • Staff Supervision
  • Patient relationship building
  • Rehabilitation techniques
  • Regulatory Requirements
  • HIPAA Compliance
  • ADL Assistance
  • Behavioral assessment
  • Patient Care
  • Documentation accuracy
  • Patient evaluations
  • Transcribing orders
  • Geriatric Care
  • Shared governance
  • Vital signs
  • Catheter Care
  • Maintaining nutrition
  • Writing reports
  • Diabetes management
  • Patient Assessments
  • Physiology Understanding
  • Anatomy knowledge
  • Nursing Staff Supervision
  • Healthcare Software Proficiency
  • Patient Charting
  • Patient Observation
  • Needs Assessment
  • Infection Control
  • Patient Education
  • Specimen Collection
  • Patient support
  • Dietary Requirements and Restrictions
  • Epic Systems
  • EMR / EHR
  • Written Communication
  • Self Motivation
  • Nursing Intervention Evaluations
  • Continuous Improvement
  • Decision-Making
  • Quality Assessments
  • Wound Dressing and Suturing
  • Interpersonal Skills
  • Active Listening
  • Multitasking
  • Interpersonal Communication
  • Time management abilities
  • Team building
  • Conditions Reporting
  • Intravenous Medications
  • Analytical Thinking
  • Time Management
  • Patient Positioning and Transporting
  • Problem-Solving
  • Satori Alternative to Managing Aggression
  • Professional Demeanor
  • Task Prioritization
  • Coaching and Mentoring
  • Team Collaboration

Licensure Certification

Florida

Certification

Multistate LPN license

Timeline

Licensed Practical Nurse

NeuLife Rehabilitation
12.2020 - 09.2023

Licensed Practical Nurse

Ruleme Center
02.2013 - 12.2020

Licensed Practical Nurse

North/South Campus
03.2008 - 07.2021

LPN - Nursing

Seminole State College of Florida

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