Erien Rawlins
Albany,NY
Summary
Compassionate Licensed Practical Nurse with several years working in diverse healthcare settings, including psychiatric care and rehabilitation. Skilled in medication administration, patient assessment, vital sign monitoring, and clinical documentation. Expertise in care coordination and health education enhances effectiveness in remote LPN, telehealth support, and nurse triage roles.
Overview
1
1
Certification
8
8
years of professional experience
Work History
LPN - Residential Program
Capital District Psychiatric Center (CDPC)
Albany, NY
01.2025 - Current
- Delivered practical nursing care and medication support to residents in psychiatric residential setting, enhancing overall resident well-being.
- Administer medications and treatments according to orders, safety procedures, and facility protocols while maintaining accurate documentation.
- Monitor residents for changes in physical and behavioral health status and communicate concerns to the appropriate clinical team.
- Perform vital-sign monitoring, health assessments, and ongoing observation to support resident safety and continuity of care.
- Collaborated with interdisciplinary staff to deliver patient-centered support in structured residential environment, improving care coordination.
- Responded calmly to behavioral and medical concerns, utilizing therapeutic communication and de-escalation skills to maintain resident safety.
- Assisted in developing individualized care plans for psychiatric patients.
LPN
Hope House, Inc.
Albany, NY
01.2022 - Current
- Perform and document drug testing and breathalyzer procedures. Monitored medication supplies to ensure availability and compliance with safety standards.
- Complete medication counts, review MAR/client charts, and document new and changed medications.
- Completed medication counts, reviewed MAR/client charts, and documented new and changed medications to maintain accurate patient records.
- Performed and documented drug testing and breathalyzer procedures; monitored medication supplies to ensure compliance and safety.
LPN
Questar III BOCES
Hudson, NY
01.2019 - 01.2023
- Delivered nursing support to students and staff, administering first aid, CPR, and health education while effectively responding to illnesses and injuries.
- Assisted students with special healthcare needs, partnering with school staff to ensure safe and appropriate healthcare delivery.
- Provided COVID-19 testing/surveillance and maintained health-service documentation.
- Informed staff and families on health-related topics, focusing on immunization and management of common childhood illnesses.
LPN
Skilled Staffing Solutions
Albany, NY
01.2019 - 01.2021
- Provided adaptable LPN services across diverse healthcare settings, addressing patient and facility needs effectively.
- Delivered safe patient care, coordinated medication support, and maintained clinical documentation to ensure quality standards.
- Administered medications and monitored patient responses in a supportive environment.
- Assisted in daily living activities to promote patient independence and comfort.
- Collaborated with healthcare team to develop and implement care plans.
Licensed Practical Nurse
Community Care Physicians
Albany, Ny
11.2018 - 12.2019
- Provided direct patient care in a fast-paced clinical environment.
- Supported healthcare providers in conducting patient assessments and maintaining accurate documentation.
- Administered medications and observed patient responses to ensure safety and efficacy.
- Managed prior authorization requests for patient treatments.
- Guided patients in health management strategies and medication adherence to promote optimal recovery.
Education
Diploma in Nursing - Practical Nursing Program
Upper Cape Cod Regional Technical School
Buzzards Bay, MAHigh School Diploma -
Bishop Maginn High School
Albany, NYSkills
- Medication Administration & Management
- Patient Assessment & Monitoring
- Clinical documentation
- Vital Signs & Health Screening
- Medication Reconciliation
- Crisis intervention
- Care Coordination
- Chronic Condition Management
- Patient & Family Education
- Psychiatric / Behavioral Health Support
- Patient Mobility Assistance
- HIPAA / Patient Confidentiality
- Telephone & Interpersonal Communication
Certification
CPR & BLS Certification
Personal Information
Title: Licensed Practical Nurse
Timeline
LPN - Residential Program
Capital District Psychiatric Center (CDPC)
01.2025 - Current
LPN
Hope House, Inc.
01.2022 - Current
LPN
Questar III BOCES
01.2019 - 01.2023
LPN
Skilled Staffing Solutions
01.2019 - 01.2021
Licensed Practical Nurse
Community Care Physicians
11.2018 - 12.2019
Diploma in Nursing - Practical Nursing Program
Upper Cape Cod Regional Technical School
High School Diploma -
Bishop Maginn High School