Ericka Williams-Mays
Tavares,FL
Summary
Analytical and strategic LPN with excellent problem-solving and time management skills. Organized, efficient and always willing to go extra mile to meet expectations. Effective at tracking vitals and responses to treatments, administering medications and transcribing orders. Good relationship-building and problem-solving abilities. Licensed in fl , but certified in other states due to compact license. Proficient and caring nursing team member offering over 17 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. Skilled Licensed Practical Nurse offering 15+ years of experience in the field. Knowledgeable about assisting with non-invasive procedures and performing respiratory treatments. Strong documentation skills and a firm grasp of compliance requirements. 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 excellent patient support.
Overview
18
18
years of professional experience
Work History
LPN
NeuLife Rehabilitation Center
Mt Dora, FL
12.2020 - Current
- Monitored, tracked and conveyed important patient information to healthcare staff to help optimize treatment planning and care delivery.
- Managed patient care through closely monitoring respiration, blood pressure and blood glucose levels.
- Administered controlled narcotics, inserted IVs and performed catheterizations.
- Obtained biological specimens for ordered tests and prepared for laboratory transport.
- Cared for over 12 brain and spinal chord injury patients each day with quality-driven support.
- Performed routine evaluations of each patient's status, needs and preferences.
- Performed functional assessments for admission and discharge.
- Monitored and tracked patient vitals in pointclick care system to keep team informed of changing conditions.
- Documented accurate and complete patient information to address patient problems and expected outcomes.
- Minimized staff and patient infection risk by cleaning and disinfecting equipment instruments.
- Used aseptic techniques to provide sterilized wound care and dressing applications.
- Offered immediate assistance in emergency and routine paging situations to evaluate needs and deliver care.
Liceansed Practical Nurse
Brookdale Assisted Living
03.2025 - 10.2025
- Administered medications and monitored patient vital signs to ensure optimal health outcomes.
- Provided compassionate patient care, addressing needs and enhancing comfort levels in a residential setting.
- Implemented infection control protocols, ensuring compliance with health and safety standards.
- Streamlined documentation processes using electronic health record systems for improved accuracy and efficiency.
- Improved patient outcomes by administering medications, monitoring vital signs, and documenting relevant information.
- Managed patient care through closely monitoring respiration, blood pressure, and blood glucose levels.
- Comforted and counseled patients and families throughout care process.
- Provided compassionate palliative care for terminally ill patients while supporting their emotional needs during end-of-life stages.
- Educated patients and families on health promotion, disease prevention, and self-care management strategies.
LPN
North Campus Rehab
Leesburg, FL
03.2008 - 08.2021
- Monitored, tracked and conveyed important patient information to healthcare staff to help optimize treatment planning and care delivery.
- Cared for wounds, provided treatments and assisted with procedures.
- Managed patient care through closely monitoring respiration, blood pressure and blood glucose levels.
- Answered incoming phone calls from patients to provide basic assistance and triage medical concerns.
- Administered controlled narcotics, inserted IVs and performed catheterizations.
- Obtained biological specimens for ordered tests and prepared for laboratory transport.
- Evaluated patients to identify and address wounds, behavioral concerns and medically relevant symptoms.
- Cared for over 32 short term and long term patients each day with quality-driven support.
- Monitored and tracked patient vitals in pointclick care to keep team informed of changing conditions.
- Documented accurate and complete patient information to address patient problems and expected outcomes.
- Used aseptic techniques to provide sterilized wound care and dressing applications.
- Offered immediate assistance in emergency and routine paging situations to evaluate needs and deliver care.
Licensed Practical Nurse
Opis Ruleme Center
Eustis, FL
02.2014 - 11.2020
- Managed patient care through closely monitoring respiration, blood pressure and blood glucose levels.
- Applied interpersonal communication skills to comfort and counsel patients and families throughout care process.
- Monitored, tracked and conveyed important patient information to healthcare staff to help optimize treatment planning and care delivery.
- Offered immediate assistance in emergency and routine paging situations to evaluate needs and deliver care.
- Evaluated patients to identify and address wounds, behavioral concerns and medically-relevant symptoms.
- Obtained biological specimens for ordered tests and prepared for laboratory transport.
- Educated clients, patients and caregivers on medical diagnoses, treatment options, chronic disease self-management and wound management.
- Cared for over 32 long term patients each day with quality-driven support.
- Cared for wounds, provided treatments and assisted with procedures.
- Administered controlled narcotics, inserted IVs and performed catheterizations.
- Documented accurate and complete patient information to address patient problems and expected outcomes.
- Answered incoming phone calls from patients to provide basic assistance and triage medical concerns.
- Monitored and tracked patient vitals in pointclick care to keep team informed of changing conditions.
- Made valuable contributions to care-plan development and patient education processes backed by thorough research into client diagnoses.
- Assisted with admissions, appointments, transfers and discharges.
- Collaborated with interdisciplinary team of healthcare and social service providers to address patients' needs through effective intervention and care planning.
- Minimized staff and patient infection risk by cleaning and disinfecting equipment instruments.
- Performed functional assessments for admission and discharge.
- Assisted with feeding and monitored intake to help patients achieve nutritional objectives.
- Used aseptic techniques to provide sterilized wound care and dressing applications.
Education
LPN - LPN Certificate
Seminole State College of Florida
Sanford, FL12.2007
Skills
- Conflict Resolution
- Vital Signs Recording
- Procedure Explanation
- Work Planning and Coordination
- Needs Assessment
- Wound Dressing
- Conditions Reporting
- Medication Administration
- Team Building
- Intravenous Medications
- Patient Charting
- Staff Supervision
- CPR Certified
- Patient Observation
- Specimen Collection
- Critical Thinking
- Cleaning and Sanitizing
- Time Management
- Responsible and Dependable
- Feedback Acceptance
Timeline
Liceansed Practical Nurse
Brookdale Assisted Living
03.2025 - 10.2025
LPN
NeuLife Rehabilitation Center
12.2020 - Current
Licensed Practical Nurse
Opis Ruleme Center
02.2014 - 11.2020
LPN
North Campus Rehab
03.2008 - 08.2021
LPN - LPN Certificate
Seminole State College of Florida