Dedicated and compassionate New Grad Licensed Practical Nurse with progressive career history in direct patient care, triage and care coordination in fast-paced environment.
Overview
4
4
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Student Nurse
Mother and Baby
06.2024 - 07.2024
Monitored both mother and baby's vital signs, ensuring timely identification of potential complications.
Actively participated in continuing education opportunities to maintain up-to-date knowledge of best practices in postpartum nursing care.
Improved continuity of care by coordinating discharge planning activities with social workers, case managers, and home healthcare providers.
Nurse Extern
Wellstar urgent care
12.2023 - 06.2024
Cleaned and treated wounds to avoid infection and provide protection
Assessed patient vital signs, such as temperature and blood pressure
Organized patient charts for review by physicians or other healthcare professionals
Monitored laboratory test results and communicated any abnormal findings to physicians or nurses
Administered oral, IV and intra-muscular medications and monitored patient reactions
Interpreted and evaluated diagnostic tests to identify and assess patient's condition
Student Nurse
Tanner Medical Center
01.2024 - 04.2024
Conducted routine checks on patient vitals, blood pressure, blood sugar and heart rate
Assisted nurses with wound care for pressure ulcers, bed sores and surgical site wounds
Turned and repositioned bedridden patients to prevent bedsores
Documented and reported observations of patient behavior, complaints or physical symptoms to nurses
Student Nurse
Piedmont Hospital
11.2023 - 12.2023
Assisted with discharge planning activities including providing education about medications and follow up appointments as needed
Observed patient's heart rate, blood pressure and respiration for signs of distress
Answered patients' calls to determine how to assist
Maintained strict patient data procedures to comply with HIPAA laws and prevent information breaches
Home Health Aide
Senior Helpers
01.2021 - 12.2023
Assisted patients with dressing, grooming and feeding needs, helping to overcome, and adapt to mobility restrictions
Performed laundry, grocery shopping and other light housekeeping duties as instructed by client
Traveled to clients' homes to complete healthcare services and promote continuity of care
Provided mobility assistance such as walking and regular exercising
Followed nutritional plans to prepare optimal meals
Developed rapport to create safe and trusting environment for care
Supported families through difficult times by offering emotional support and education on important care tasks
Student Nurse
Ansley Park Health & Rehabilitation
10.2023 - 11.2023
Provided compassionate care to elderly patients in a nursing home setting
Assisted with activities of daily living, including bathing, dressing, and toileting
Answered patient call signals and signal lights to determine patients' needs
Assisted nurses with wound care for pressure ulcers, bed sores and surgical site wounds
Turned and repositioned bedridden patients to prevent bedsores