Fatimat Ajayi
Pleasantville,NJ
Summary
Compassionate Licensed Practical Nurse with extensive experience at Royal Suites Healthcare & Rehabilitation Center, skilled in medication administration and patient assessments. Proven ability to enhance patient outcomes through effective care planning and empathetic communication, ensuring safety and comfort while promoting independence in daily living activities. Committed to delivering high-quality, patient-centered care.
Overview
14
14
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Licensed Practical Nurse
Royal Suites Healthcare & Rehabilitation Center
09.2023 - Current
- Administered medications and monitored patient responses to ensure safety and compliance.
- Assisted in daily living activities, promoting patient independence and comfort.
- Collaborated with healthcare team to develop and implement individualized care plans.
- Educated patients and families on health management and post-discharge care instructions.
- 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.
- Coordinated patient transfers to other facilities.
- Took samples to complete diagnostic and routine assessment tests.
- Worked with multidisciplinary team to carry out successful treatment plans for diverse acute and chronic conditions.
- Evaluated patient histories, complaints, and current symptoms.
- Provided patient education on health care issues and prescribed medications.
- Responded to patient requests with appropriate clinical and personal assistance.
- Assessed patients' temperature, pulse, and blood pressure and recorded in electronic medical records.
- Delivered emotional support to patients and families during challenging times.
- Reviewed patient history to verify conditions and current medications.
- Administered medications and injections to patients.
- Enhanced patient recovery by providing compassionate care and closely monitoring vital signs.
- Contributed to quality improvement initiatives by providing feedback on care processes and patient experiences.
- Developed patient care plans to address individual needs, promoting faster recovery.
Licensed Practical Nurse
Devereux Behavior Health
03.2018 - 04.2023
- Maintained accurate patient records using electronic health record (EHR) systems for improved communication.
- Improved patient outcomes by administering medications, monitoring vital signs, and documenting relevant information.
- Documented accurate and complete patient information to address patient problems and expected outcomes.
- Assisted with admissions, appointments, transfers, and discharges.
- Facilitated efficient communication between patients, families, and healthcare providers to promote continuity of care across settings.
- Managed time-sensitive tasks effectively under pressure while maintaining composure during critical situations or emergencies.
Certified Nursing Assistant
St Antoine Residence
11.2011 - 03.2013
- Assisted patients with daily activities, ensuring comfort and safety.
- Monitored vital signs, documenting any changes for further evaluation.
- Collaborated with nursing staff to develop personalized care plans.
- Educated patients and families on health management and wellness strategies.
- Maintained cleanliness of patient areas, adhering to infection control protocols.
- Supported mobility by assisting with transfers and ambulation techniques.
- Provided high-quality personal care services such as bathing, grooming, dressing, and feeding to ensure patient dignity.
- Maintained a clean, safe environment by sanitizing surfaces, changing linens, and disposing of waste properly.
- Answered call lights and supported patient comfort and safety by adjusting bed rails and equipment.
- Performed accurate documentation of patient information according to established protocols for record-keeping purposes.
- Promoted independence in patients through walking exercises or assisting them with mobility devices like walkers or wheelchairs.
Education
Nursing
Atlantic Cape Community College
Mays Landing, NJPractical Nursing - Nursing
Atlantic County Institute of Technology
Mays Landing, NJ07.2016
High School Diploma - Science
Lagos State High School
Nigeria06.2002
Skills
- Medication administration
- Direct patient care
- Vital signs monitoring
- HIPAA compliance
- Geriatric care
- Patient care
- Patient assessments
- Documentation accuracy
- Infection control
- Family communication
- Patient evaluations
- EMR / EHR
- Emergency response
- Care planning
- ADL assistance
- Preventive care
- Caregiving skills
- Clinical documentation
- Compassionate care
- Wound care
Certification
CPR
Timeline
Licensed Practical Nurse
Royal Suites Healthcare & Rehabilitation Center
09.2023 - Current
Licensed Practical Nurse
Devereux Behavior Health
03.2018 - 04.2023
Certified Nursing Assistant
St Antoine Residence
11.2011 - 03.2013
Nursing
Atlantic Cape Community College
Practical Nursing - Nursing
Atlantic County Institute of Technology
High School Diploma - Science
Lagos State High School
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