FATIMA DENNIS
Philadelphia,PA
Summary
Hardworking and passionate job seeker with strong organizational skills eager to secure entry-level License Practical Nurse position. Ready to help team achieve company goals. Proficient and caring nursing team member offering over 18 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.
Overview
16
16
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
LPN (Licensed Practical Nurse)
Team Select Home Health Care
Philadelphia, PA
04.2024 - Current
- Utilized time management skills to prioritize tasks effectively, allowing for efficient completion of daily responsibilities.
- Maintained accurate documentation of all relevant clinical data, ensuring compliance with regulatory standards.
- Implemented infection control measures, ensuring a clean and safe environment for patients and staff.
- Performed routine evaluations of each patient's status, needs, and preferences.
- Enhanced patient satisfaction levels through effective communication and empathetic listening skills.
- Assisted in the management of chronic health conditions by providing education, support, and follow-up care.
Licensed Practical Nurse
Kare Agency
Philadelphia, PA
03.2024 - Current
- Medication Administration
- Wellness Nurse
- Cared for wounds, provided treatments, and assisted with procedures.
- Documented accurate and complete patient information to address patient problems and expected outcomes.
- Managed patient care through closely monitoring respiration, blood pressure, and blood glucose levels.
- Facilitated efficient communication between patients, families, and healthcare providers to promote continuity of care across settings.
- Gathered lab specimens, ordered testing, and interpreted results to diagnose patients.
- Delivered updates in patient status to charge nurse, recording changes in medical records.
- Improved patient outcomes by administering medications, monitoring vital signs, and documenting relevant information.
CNA - Certified Nursing Assistant
A -Team Home Care
Philadelphia, PA
11.2021 - Current
- Committed to delivering excellent customer service while working in a fast-paced environment
- Focused on learning new skills and staying updated with industry changes
- Skilled in using various software applications and programs including Microsoft Office and Adobe Creative Suite
CNA
Children's Hospital Of Philadelphia, CHOP
Philadelphia, PA
07.2015 - 09.2020
- Monitored expiration of medical supplies and medications.
- Took advantage of opportunities for continuing education, quality assurance, and performance.
- Maximized patient satisfaction by helping individuals carry out personal tasks such as dressing and walking.
- Assisted with going to the blood bank to get blood and platelets for Children on The Oncology Floor.
CNA
Saint Monica Manor
Philadelphia, PA
10.2010 - 04.2020
- Assisted patients with personal hygiene tasks, such as bathing and dressing, while maintaining respect for patient privacy and dignity
- Completed daily documentation and charts regarding patient care and input reports into practice databases
- Maintained best-in-class standards for individualized care in bed unit by continuously checking in with patients and families and quickly providing care
- Maintained patient stability by checking vital signs, weight and recording intake and outtake.
CNA
Methodist Hospital
Philadelphia, PA
03.2009 - 04.2011
- Completed daily documentation and charts regarding patient care and input reports into practice databases
- Demonstrated strong communication skills when interacting with patients, families, and healthcare professionals
- Utilized PPE appropriately and followed patient safety and infection control guidelines
Education
Certificate in Nursing - Nursing
Pennsylvania Institute of technology
Media, PA12.2023
High School Diploma -
Bok Edw W Technical High School
Philadelphia, PA06.2005
Skills
- First Aid and CPR (2 years)
- Conditions Reporting
- Care Planning and Modifications
- Critical Thinking
- Vital Signs Recording
- Performance Monitoring
- In-Home Care
- Patient Charting
- Strong Clinical Judgment
- Patient Positioning and Transporting
- Nursing Intervention Evaluations
- Medication Administration
- Patient Observation
- Needs Assessment
- Dementia Knowledge and Care
- Sterilization and Sanitation
- Medication administration
- Vital signs
- Hospital experience
- Nursing
- Care plans
- Charge experience
- IV insertion
- Wound care
Certification
- First Aid Certification, 02/01/24, 03/01/26
- CPR Certification
- PN, 07/01/26, PA
Timeline
LPN (Licensed Practical Nurse)
Team Select Home Health Care
04.2024 - Current
Licensed Practical Nurse
Kare Agency
03.2024 - Current
CNA - Certified Nursing Assistant
A -Team Home Care
11.2021 - Current
CNA
Children's Hospital Of Philadelphia, CHOP
07.2015 - 09.2020
CNA
Saint Monica Manor
10.2010 - 04.2020
CNA
Methodist Hospital
03.2009 - 04.2011
Certificate in Nursing - Nursing
Pennsylvania Institute of technology
High School Diploma -
Bok Edw W Technical High School