Garry Bryant
Anson,TX
Summary
Driven nursing professional with many years of experience in health care environments from: working as a floor nurse in hospitals, MHMR Nurse, Mental Health Nurse, working in the high stress area as a Correctional Nurse, as well as of nursing areas. Talented at conducting fast and accurate patient assessments while working calmly under pressure, developing individualized care plans and implementing prescribed orders. Successful at delivering high-quality patient care to advance recovery goals and improve overall health. Organized and knowledgeable Licensed Vocational Nurse experienced in treating and caring for patients. Recognized for collaborating well with doctors and other health care providers to maintain high quality healthcare practices.
Overview
11
11
years of professional experience
Work History
LVN Charge Nurse
Hendricks Medical Center (Middleton Unit TDCJ)
Abilene, TX
08.2014 - Current
- Monitored vital signs, recorded observations, and reported changes to physicians or nurses in charge.
- Maintained accurate medical records and documentation of patient visits.
- Performed patient assessments, developed individualized care plans, and monitored progress.
- Assessed patients' physical condition through observation, interviews, tests, and review of medical histories.
- Provided emotional support to patients and their families during difficult times.
- Adhered to infection control standards while handling specimens or performing any clinical duties.
- Responded promptly to emergency situations such as cardiac arrests or life-threatening events.
- Educated patients about disease prevention methods and healthy lifestyle choices.
- Charted changes in patient conditions and discussed concerns with supervising healthcare provider.
- Addressed patient care needs, collected vitals, dressed wounds and managed catheters.
- Administered prescribed medications and started intravenous fluids to address patient symptoms and underlying etiologies.
Education
LVN - Nursing
Navarro College
08-1992
Skills
- Wound Management
- Medication and IV administration
- Patient Assessment
- Patient Education
- Direct Patient Care
- Health Promotion
- Patient Assessment and Care
- Charting Medication Administration
- Medical chart management
- Seizure Management
- Clinical Documentation
- Patient Care and Education
- Diabetes management
Affiliations
Active cactus gardener, cross country bike rider, Care for my pets.
Education and Training
other
References
References available upon request.
ME
I have very strong consecrative beliefs that help me make it day to day life. I'm married to a great lady that ai have shared my life with for pulse years and Nursing is my life.
Timeline
LVN Charge Nurse
Hendricks Medical Center (Middleton Unit TDCJ)
08.2014 - Current
LVN - Nursing
Navarro College