Illa Owens
Dayton,OH
Summary
Dedicated RN graduate with nine years of nursing experience and a commitment to compassionate care. Proficient in interdisciplinary collaboration and committed to enhancing patient outcomes through effective education and support.
Overview
1
1
Certification
10
10
years of professional experience
Work History
RN
Trinity community of Fairborn
Fairborn, OH
04.2026 - Current
- Administer medications and treatments per physician orders and facility protocols.
- Monitor diet, physical activity, behaviors, and other patient factors to assess conditions and adjust treatment plans.
- Collaborate with interdisciplinary teams to ensure comprehensive patient care delivery.
- Respond to emergency situations with speed, expertise and level-headed approaches to provide optimal care, support and life-saving interventions.
- Educated patients and families on health management and post-discharge care to promote recovery and prevent readmissions.
- Maintain a safe environment for all patients by adhering to infection control policies and procedures.
- Coordinate patient admissions and discharges, ensuring timely processing of paperwork and effective communication with healthcare team.
- Mentored staff nurses on best practices, policies, and standards of care to enhance team competency and patient outcomes.
- Ensured that all clinical documentation is accurate and up-to-date in the electronic medical record system.
Licensed Practical Nurse
Laurelwoods assisted living
Dayton, OH
10.2024 - 04.2026
- Administered medications and treatments per physician's orders
- Monitored residents' vital signs, fluid intake and output, glucose levels, and medical test results, reporting significant changes in patient conditions to registered nurse or physician.
- Maintained accurate patient records in electronic health record systems to support effective care coordination.
- Ensured safe, clean environment by adhering to infection control protocols, contributing to overall patient safety.
- Responded to emergency situations with speed, expertise and level-headed approaches to provide optimal care, support and life-saving interventions.
Licensed Practical Nurse
Bedrock
Melbourne, Florida
02.2023 - 08.2024
- Administered medications and treatments according to established protocols.
- Monitored and documented changes in patients' condition, ensuring timely communication with registered nurse or physician for optimal patient outcomes.
- Responded to emergency situations promptly, delivering critical care and life-saving interventions under pressure.
- Assisted patients with personal hygiene activities, enhancing their comfort and dignity during daily routines.
- Communicated effectively with patients, family members, healthcare team members, and other stakeholders regarding patient care plans or concerns.
- Communicated concerns regarding patients' status, care and environment to nursing supervisors, clinical care supervisors and case managers.
- Ensured that all clinical documentation is accurate and up-to-date in the electronic medical record system.
Licensed Practical Nurse
Melbourne Terrace Rehabilitation Center
Melbourne, Florida
03.2020 - 06.2022
- Administered medications and treatments according to established protocols.
- Monitored and reported significant changes in patients' conditions to registered nurses or physicians, ensuring timely interventions.
- Responded to emergency situations with speed, expertise and level-headed approaches to provide optimal care, support and life-saving interventions.
- Communicated critical concerns regarding patients' status and care environment to nursing and clinical care supervisors, facilitating prompt responses.
- Communicated effectively with patients, family members, healthcare team members, and other stakeholders regarding patient care plans or concerns.
- Assisted patients with personal hygiene activities, enhancing comfort and dignity during bathing, dressing, grooming, and toileting.
- Maintained accurate patient records using electronic health record systems.
Certified Nursing Assistant
Cleveland Clinic
Vero Beach, Florida
01.2017 - 03.2020
- Provided post-operative care to ensure patient recovery and comfort.
- Supported patients with daily living activities, hygiene, and movement to enhance their independence.
- Answered call lights promptly and responded to patient needs accordingly.
- Recorded and monitored food and liquid intake and output, communicating relevant changes to nursing staff for effective patient care.
- Ensured cleanliness and organization of patient rooms and common areas to promote a safe and comfortable environment.
- Prepared patients for surgery by shaving and draping them to ensure optimal conditions for the procedure.
Education
Associate of Science - Nursing
Ohio Institute of Allied Health
Huber Heights, OH07-2026
Skills
- Medication administration
- Patient evaluation
- Clinical documentation
- Electronic health records
- Interdisciplinary collaboration
- Crisis intervention
- Patient education
Certification
- BLS
- Nurse Licensure Compact (NLC)
Timeline
RN
Trinity community of Fairborn
04.2026 - Current
Licensed Practical Nurse
Laurelwoods assisted living
10.2024 - 04.2026
Licensed Practical Nurse
Bedrock
02.2023 - 08.2024
Licensed Practical Nurse
Melbourne Terrace Rehabilitation Center
03.2020 - 06.2022
Certified Nursing Assistant
Cleveland Clinic
01.2017 - 03.2020
Associate of Science - Nursing
Ohio Institute of Allied Health