Summary
Overview
Work History
Education
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Timeline
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Joanna Randolph

Baltimore,MD

Summary

Knowledgeable License Practical Nurse with extensive experience in substance abuse. Demonstrated ability to provide exceptional healthcare services while maintaining strong interpersonal relationships. Seeking a position to utilize skills and contribute to your team's success.

Overview

29
29
years of professional experience

Work History

LPN

Gaudenzia Inc
Baltimore, MD
11.2009 - 10.2023
  • Coordinated with interdisciplinary team members, such as doctors, nurses, and counselors, to ensure quality patient care was provided.
  • Skilled in recognizing medical risks and employing suitable treatments to mitigate them.
  • Monitored patient progress during treatments or procedures, reporting any abnormalities to the healthcare team immediately.
  • Participated in educational programs to keep up to date on new developments in nursing practice.
  • Monitored patient's respiration activity, blood pressure, blood glucose levels, pulse rate, temperature, and O2 sats in response to medical administration. Also, measurement and recording of height and weight.
  • Conducted intake interviews with new patients to complete forms, assess mental health condition, collect medical history, or obtain treatment history.
  • Maintained strict patient data procedures to comply with HIPAA laws and prevent information breaches.
  • Provided emotional support to clients during times of distress or crisis situations that may also require crisis intervention services.
  • Collaborated with doctors, psychologists or therapists in working with patient treatments.
  • Administered oral medications following physician's prescriptions and instructions.
  • Ensured that all medications were administered accurately and on time as prescribed by the physician.
  • Acted as a preceptor for incoming new staff.
  • Conducted rounds to unit to ensure patient comfort and needs

CNA/Certified Nurse Technician

Loving Care Services
Pikesville, MD
06.2006 - 10.2009
  • Demonstrated excellent customer service skills when interacting with patients, families and guests.
  • Assisted with range of motion exercises and other rehabilitative activities per physician orders.
  • Recognized signs, symptoms of abuse, neglect and reported them per policy.
  • Reported changes in patient conditions to registered nurse or physician.
  • Facilitated activities of daily living, personal hygiene management, feeding, and emotional support for a dementia patient.
  • Assisted residents in preparing for activities and social programs.
  • Used mobility devices to transport patients.
  • Maintained cleanliness of patient areas and equipment.
  • Turned or re-positioned bedridden patients to promote blood flow and prevent bedsores.
  • Engaged with patient family and friends to provide courteous visit experience.
  • Monitored fluid intake and output levels to evaluate electrolyte imbalances.
  • Application and removal of compression stockings and splints.
  • Assisted patients during ambulation and moved from one place to another by pushing a wheelchair.

Nurse Technician

Sinai Hospital of Baltimore
Baltimore, MD
04.1995 - 04.2005
  • Performed vital sign measurements including pulse rate, temperature, blood pressure and respiration.
  • Collected specimens for laboratory testing.
  • Assisted physicians during examinations, treatments and diagnostic tests as required.
  • Responded quickly to emergency situations in accordance with established protocols.
  • Ensured all patient information was kept confidential according to HIPAA regulations.
  • Assisted with transferring patients from beds to wheelchairs or stretchers using proper techniques.
  • Answered call lights promptly to respond to patient needs in a timely manner.
  • Demonstrated excellent customer service skills when interacting with patients, visitors and other healthcare professionals.
  • Observed patients' physical condition and reported changes to nursing staff.
  • Participated in training sessions related to new technologies used in the department.
  • Maintained a safe environment by adhering to infection control protocols and safety standards.
  • Documented patient intake and dietary requirements and aided with feeding and monitoring.
  • Assisted patients with shaving, bathing and oral hygiene to promote healthy habits and overall wellness.
  • Documented information in patient charts and communicated status updates to interdisciplinary care team.
  • Supported patients with mobility needs, including helping them walk or using wheelchairs.
  • Assisted with wound care, including cleaning and bandaging.
  • Monitored fluid intake and output levels to evaluate electrolyte imbalances.
  • Promoted patient satisfaction by assisting with bathing, dressing and exercising.
  • Assisted nurses with the admission, transfer, and discharge of patients.
  • Used mobility devices to transport patients.
  • Monitored and recorded patient intake and output.
  • Communicated effectively with patients to ensure comfort and understand their needs.
  • Kept medical supply room and patient rooms stocked with necessary supplies, equipment and instruments.
  • Supplied, collected and emptied patient bedpans on frequent basis.
  • Turned and repositioned bedridden patients to prevent bedsores.
  • Served as preceptor for new hires

Education

Certificate - Licensed Practical Nurse

Sojourner- Douglas College
Baltimore, MD
06-2008

Certification - Geriatric Nursing

Deaton Geriatric Nursing School
Baltimore, MD
06-1992

Associate of Arts - Pre Nursing/ Nursing

Baltimore City Community College
Baltimore, MD
01-1980

High School Diploma -

Carver Vocational Technical H.S.
Baltimore, MD
06-1975

Skills

  • Diabetes management
  • Vital signs monitoring
  • Behavioral Health
  • Medical Documentation
  • Patient Intake
  • Medication Administration
  • Mental Health Support
  • Vital signs
  • HIPAA Compliance
  • Counting narcotics
  • Patient Assessments
  • Medication Dispensing
  • Knowledge in substance abuse and treatment
  • Proficient in oral and written communication
  • Knowledge in EMR system Using facility protocol
  • Psychiatric population familiarity
  • Reliable, organized, compassionate , adaptable
  • Create a safe and comfortable environment for wellness

References

References available upon request.

Timeline

LPN

Gaudenzia Inc
11.2009 - 10.2023

CNA/Certified Nurse Technician

Loving Care Services
06.2006 - 10.2009

Nurse Technician

Sinai Hospital of Baltimore
04.1995 - 04.2005

Certificate - Licensed Practical Nurse

Sojourner- Douglas College

Certification - Geriatric Nursing

Deaton Geriatric Nursing School

Associate of Arts - Pre Nursing/ Nursing

Baltimore City Community College

High School Diploma -

Carver Vocational Technical H.S.

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