Joanne Wilkins
Salem
Summary
I am dedicated to providing high-quality care to people from all walks of life while ensuring patient safety and enhancing satisfaction with facility services. Patients have stated I have good bedside manner, observational skills, and physical stamina are required to deal with any patient demand. I am reliable, committed, and have a positive work ethic.
Overview
9
9
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
LPN
Washington Regional Urgent Care
Harrison, AR
08.2025 - Current
- Administered medications and monitored patient vital signs to ensure optimal health outcomes.
- Collaborated with healthcare teams to develop and implement individualized care plans.
- Educated patients and families on post-discharge care, enhancing understanding and compliance.
- Assisted in wound care management, promoting healing through effective techniques and protocols.
- Conducted regular assessments of patient conditions, identifying changes for timely interventions.
- Performed routine evaluations of each patient's status, needs, and preferences.
CNA
Baxter Health Fulton County Hospital
Salem, AR
08.2023 - Current
- Cleaned and sanitized rooms and equipment to keep patients, families, and staff safe from infection.
- Assisted with daily living activities such as personal hygiene, feeding, and ambulation.
- Observed, documented, and communicated patient information to update the interdisciplinary care team and permanent medical records.
- Kept track of patient behaviors and vital signs to track any changes in their condition.
- Supported diagnostic procedures by obtaining specimens, collecting vitals, and ensuring patient comfort in collaboration with physicians and nursing team members.
Daycare Teacher
From the Beginning Pre School
Ash Flat, AR
07.2021 - 08.2024
- Kept track of my activities, behaviors, meals, and naps on a daily basis.
- Had planned ahead.
- Monthly activity schedules were created to balance play, rest, and learning time.
- Circle time, free play, outside play, and learning and developmental activities were all under my supervision.
- Kept track of each student's academic, social, and emotional progress in individual files.
- Was in charge of general housekeeping responsibilities such as feeding, diapering, resting, and cleaning.
CNA
Randolph County Nursing Home
Pocahontas, AR
01.2017 - 06.2021
- Cleaned and sanitized rooms and equipment to keep patients, families, and staff safe from infection.
- Assisted with daily living activities such as personal hygiene, feeding, and ambulation.
- Kept track of patient behaviors and vital signs to track any changes in their condition.
- Increased patient satisfaction by assisting with activities of daily living such as bathing, dressing, toileting, and exercising.
- Volunteered to work extra shifts and overtime to ensure proper staffing and floor coverage during busy periods.
Education
Licensed Practical Nursing - Technical Certificate - undefined
Ozarka College
Ash Flat, AR01.2025
Certified Nursing Assistant - Technical Certificate - undefined
Black River Technical College
Pocahontas, AR01.2017
High School - undefined
Salem High School
Salem, AR01.2016
Skills
- Inpatient care
- Monitoring fluids
- Transporting patients
- Calm and level-headed under duress
- Responding to emergencies
- Direct patient care
- Measuring bodily fluids
- Medical terminology knowledge
- Documenting behaviors
- Dementia and Alzheimer's knowledge
- Companionship and emotional support
- Infection control procedures
- Patient-focused care
- Electronic charting
- Collecting vital signs
- Supporting personal needs
Certification
First Aid/CPR
Timeline
LPN
Washington Regional Urgent Care
08.2025 - Current
CNA
Baxter Health Fulton County Hospital
08.2023 - Current
Daycare Teacher
From the Beginning Pre School
07.2021 - 08.2024
CNA
Randolph County Nursing Home
01.2017 - 06.2021
Licensed Practical Nursing - Technical Certificate - undefined
Ozarka College
Certified Nursing Assistant - Technical Certificate - undefined
Black River Technical College
High School - undefined
Salem High School