Licensed nursing professional skilled in patient care, medication administration, and health monitoring. Strong focus on team collaboration, ensuring reliable support and adaptability to changing needs. Known for effective communication, problem-solving, and empathy in high-pressure environments. Prepared to contribute significantly to enhancing patient outcomes and overall healthcare quality.
Overview
17
17
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Licensed Practical Nurse
Eastern Shore Health And Rehabilitation
04.2024 - Current
Administered medications and treatments as prescribed, ensuring patient safety and compliance with healthcare standards.
Monitored vital signs and patient conditions, documenting changes to inform care decisions and team communication.
Assisted in patient education regarding health management, fostering informed decision-making and adherence to treatment plans.
Collaborated with interdisciplinary teams to develop individualized care plans, enhancing overall patient outcomes and satisfaction.
Trained new staff in clinical procedures and best practices, promoting a culture of safety and quality in patient care delivery.
Implemented infection control protocols, reducing risk of hospital-acquired infections through vigilant monitoring and reporting.
Optimized workflow processes within the nursing unit, improving efficiency in patient care delivery and resource allocation.
Improved patient outcomes by administering medications, monitoring vital signs, and documenting relevant information.
Cared for wounds, provided treatments, and assisted with procedures.
Assisted with admissions, appointments, transfers, and discharges.
Collaborated with interdisciplinary healthcare teams to ensure continuous quality improvement in patient care delivery.
Documented accurate and complete patient information to address patient problems and expected outcomes.
Demonstrated excellent technical skills in wound dressing changes, IV therapy administration, catheter insertion, and other routine nursing procedures.
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.
Obtained patient vital signs and input/output measurements from inpatients.
Performed routine evaluations of each patient's status, needs, and preferences.
Adapted quickly to changing patient needs, adjusting care plans accordingly to ensure optimal outcomes in diverse clinical scenarios.
Comforted and counseled patients and families throughout care process.
Provided compassionate palliative care for terminally ill patients while supporting their emotional needs during end-of-life stages.
Mentored new nursing staff to enhance professional development opportunities within the team dynamic.
Collaborated with interdisciplinary team of healthcare and social service providers to address patients' needs through effective intervention and care planning.
Monitored, tracked, and conveyed important patient information to healthcare staff to help optimize treatment planning and care delivery.
Used aseptic techniques to provide sterilized wound care and dressing applications.
Gathered lab specimens, ordered testing, and interpreted results to diagnose patients.
Evaluated patients to identify and address wounds, behavioral concerns, and medically relevant symptoms.
LPN (Licensed Practical Nurse)
TWIN OAKS NURSING HOME
08.2023 - 07.2024
Licensed practical nurses (LPNs) assist registered nurses and physicians by helping patients with basic life activities such as eating and moving around, while also checking blood pressure and other vitals. Trained in tracheostomy care.
Also trained in G-tube placement and feedings. Administration of medications. Record keeping. Creating a nursing care plan. Patient observation and care.
Administering CPR
Record Patients medical History
Charting
Bathing and dressing
Wound care
Administered medications and treatments following prescribed protocols and physician orders.
Monitored vital signs and reported changes in patient conditions to nursing staff.
Assisted with daily living activities, ensuring comfort and dignity for residents.
Implemented infection control procedures to maintain a safe environment for patients.
Licensed Practical Nurse, Home Care
Enhabit
04.2024 - 06.2024
Administered medications and treatments according to patient care plans.
Monitored vital signs and reported changes in patient conditions promptly.
Assisted patients with daily living activities, ensuring comfort and dignity.
Educated patients and families on health management and home care practices.
Assessed and documented wound conditions, ensuring compliance with care protocols.
Educated patients and families on wound management techniques and best practices.
Monitored patient progress, adjusting care strategies based on clinical assessments.
Skillfully managed time-sensitive situations like acute or infected wounds requiring immediate intervention or referral to specialists if necessary.
Effectively managed caseloads, ensuring timely attention to all patients in need of wound care services.
Improved patient outcomes by providing specialized wound care and implementing treatment plans.
Reduced infection rates by following proper procedures for cleaning and dressing wounds.
Educated patients and families on wound care management, promoting continuity of care at home.
Collaborated with interdisciplinary teams to ensure comprehensive care for patients with complex wounds.
Promoted skin integrity through diligent monitoring and prevention measures such as pressure relief positioning and moisture management.
Mail Handler
United States Postal Service
09.2020 - 10.2022
Prepare mail to be dispatched to stations
Load A0100 machine with mail
Manage incoming and outgoing mail
Unloading and loading trucks
Operating the forklift maintain dock boxes packing promotional material distributing mail to different couriers
Certified Pharmacy Technician
Walmart Neighborhood Market
10.2017 - 09.2020
Accurately prepare and distribute patient medications
Perform calculations
Collect accurate patient information
Process Third party billing claims and assist with prior authorization completion
Certified Pharmacy Technician
Mobile Infirmary Medical Center
02.2014 - 10.2017
Count, measure, and compound prescriptions, applying labels and verifying accuracy with Pharmacists prior to dispensing
Verify patient insurance information and process claims; investigate and quickly resolve patient billing and concerns
Key contributor in increasing number of prescriptions filled daily
Certified Pharmacy Technician
Walmart
10.2009 - 02.2014
Screen prescription orders for accuracy and completeness prepare prescriptions- retrieve, count, pour, weigh, measure, and sometimes mix the medications perform calculations prepare medicines used to treat cancer perform medication reconciliation
Cashier
Walmart
10.2008 - 10.2009
Manage transactions with customers using cash register scan goods and ensure pricing is accurate collect payments weather in cash or credit issue receipts ,refunds, change or tickets
Redeem stamps and coupons cross sell products and introduce new ones