Summary
Overview
Work History
Education
Skills
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John Halford

Nurse
La Grange,KY

Summary

Dedicated Charge Licensed Practical Nurse offering 10 years background managing nursing staff, delegating assignments and assessing patient conditions. Expertise in progress monitoring, plan implementation and history taking. Certified in CPR, First Aid, BLS, ACLS and PALS.

Devoted to service excellence in patient care and patient advocacy. Support needs of Emergent patients with unsurpassed clinical knowledge and interpersonal communication skills. KY-licensed healthcare professional passionate about providing culturally-competent assistance to every patient. Excellent problem-solving, charting and quality assurance management skills.

Overview

9
9
years of professional experience

Work History

Charge Licensed Practical Nurse

Wellpath
La Grange, KY
08.2018 - Current
  • Delivered direct quality care to patients by evaluating medical conditions and managing and assessing treatments.
  • Analyzed patient assessments and laboratory data to bring any issues to attention of physicians.
  • Assembled and used equipment such as catheters, tracheotomy tubes or oxygen suppliers to effectively manage patient care.
  • Managed daily staff assignments and patient scheduling to guarantee clinic coverage and flow.
  • Led and mentored newly licensed nurses and nursing students to develop professional expertise.
  • Managed medical supply and equipment inventory.

Emergency Medical Technician

Louisville Metro EMS
Louisville, KY
03.2013 - 08.2018
  • Evaluated patient vital signs and status to determine care needs using pulse oximeters and electronic vital sign machines.
  • Maintained levelheadedness and efficiency in high-pressure situations, effectively prioritizing tasks to save lives and provide medical care.
  • Conducted equipment and vehicle checks to maintain continuous and safe operation.
  • Developed and maintained rapport with coworkers and local hospital staff to facilitate efficient patient care.
  • Triaged patients in emergency situations based on life-threatening needs and delegated tasks to better provide treatment to maximum patients at once.
  • Administered tests and medication to stabilize patients in field or in transit.

Education

Practical Nursing -

Galen College of Nursing
Louisville, KY
01.2012

High School Diploma -

Jeffersontown High School
Louisville, KY
05.1996

Skills

  • Nursing Staff Supervision
  • Care Planning and Modifications
  • Work Planning and Coordination
  • Operational Standards
  • Collecting Vitals
  • Intravenous Medications

Timeline

Charge Licensed Practical Nurse

Wellpath
08.2018 - Current

Emergency Medical Technician

Louisville Metro EMS
03.2013 - 08.2018

Practical Nursing -

Galen College of Nursing

High School Diploma -

Jeffersontown High School
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