Josetta Lambert
Dallas,TX
Summary
To obtain a position as a Licensed Practical Nurse in a competitive and reputable healthcare facility where I can utilize my nursing education, experience and my interpersonal skills to provide the highest level of care
Overview
11
11
years of professional experience
Work History
Licensed Vocational Nurse
Department of Veterans Affairs
Grand Prairie, TX
02.2021 - Current
- Observed strict confidentiality and safeguarded all patient-related information.
- Worked with registered nurses to deliver comprehensive, high-quality care to ambulatory care patients.
- Answered patient calls, identified issues and determined how best to provide assistance within parameters established by facility and supervisor.
- Directed implementation of improved patient care and documentation methods and procedures to achieve quality objectives.
- Sterilized equipment and supplies using germicides and autoclaves to protect patients and staff from infection.
- Collected and documented vital signs to track current patient conditions.
- Answered patient and family questions to educate on optimal treatment procedures.
- Assisted physicians with examinations and patient scans during diagnostic processes.
Licensed Practical Nurse
Department of Veteran Affairs
North Little Rock, AR
09.2018 - 01.2021
- Provided direct patient care with consistent daily follow-up rounds to observe progress and clinical treatment
- Served as mentor, coach and team builder of inexperienced licensed and unlicensed staff
- Prepared and administered oral, topical, subcutaneous, intramuscular medications including intravenous therapy
- Liaison between patients and interdisciplinary team for implementation of nursing care plan
- Assessed and provided client and family/caregiving education and information pertinent to diagnosis
- Performed wound care and followed principles of infection control
- Maintained accurate documentation of medication administered, nursing care provided and patient response to care and treatment
- Reported changes to Physician regarding patients’ condition requiring immediate intervention
- Promoted patient satisfaction by assisting with daily living needs such as bathing, dressing, toileting and exercising.
- Provided orientation and on-the-job training for new nursing staff
- Served as Preceptor to Nursing Students by facilitating leadership and guidance required to meet practicum objectives
Patient Care Technician
University of Arkansas for Medical Sciences
Little Rock, AR
03.2016 - 09.2018
- Obtained patient vital signs and reported results to staff nurse or physician to identify changes from prior measurements.
- Documented patient intake and dietary requirements and aided with feeding and monitoring.
- Looked for physical, emotional and symptomatic changes in patient condition and obtained necessary care for medical concerns.
- Promoted patient satisfaction by assisting with bathing, dressing and exercising.
- Restocked unit frequently with necessary medical supplies.
- Transported patients to other areas of hospital in wheelchairs and gurneys for tests, treatments and therapies.
- Kept instruments and equipment clean and sanitized.
- Assisted with patient admissions, discharges and transfers.
- Performed minor housekeeping tasks to keep patient areas clean and sanitized.
- Recorded patient conditions and vital signs before and after medical operations.
- Delivered outstanding patient care based on physical, psychological, educational and related criteria.
- Developed strong and trusting rapport with patients to facilitate smooth, quality care.
Pharmacy Technician
Walgreens
Maumelle, AR
07.2015 - 04.2017
- Adhered to regulatory guidelines for workplace safety and customer confidentiality.
- Efficiently processed cash register transactions for new and refilled prescription orders.
- Managed inventories, rotated stock, removed expired or damaged drug products and resolved discrepancies in drug counts.
- Work under the supervision of a pharmacist to deliver quality patient care and excellent customer service.
- Assisted pharmacists in filling prescriptions.
- Assisted clients with concerns in person and on the phone.
- Perform data entry, patient/provider review and resolution of third-party exceptions Insurance.
Pharmacy Technician
University of Arkansas for Medical Sciences
Little Rock, AR
02.2015 - 03.2016
- Assist pharmacist in preparing drugs to be sent to 17 nursing stations in the hospital.
- Accurately pulled medications from the shelves for Pyxis replenishment and delivered them to the various patient care areas.
- Maintained proper compliance logs, including for refrigerator temperatures and IV hood maintenance.
- Dispensed and delivered patient medications to patients throughout the hospital.
- Stock medication in dispensing area and IV area of the pharmacy.
Education
Certificate - Practical Nursing
University of Arkansas – Pulaski Technical College
06.2018
Bachelor of Science - Biology
University of Arkansas At Pine Bluff
Pine Bluff, AR05.2012
Skills
Administering IVs
Blood Glucose Test
Wound Care
Medications dispensing
Physical Assessment
- Phlebotomy
- Immunization
- Vital Signs
- Patient/Family Teaching
- Nutrition Education
Core Qualifications
- Compassionate and understanding of patient needs and complaints
- Excellent teamwork skills needed to work with doctors and other nurses
- Proficient in computer programs used in chart keeping
- Understanding of all confidentiality regulations and privacy codes
- Great communication skills with patients and families
- Extremely thorough in charting
- Exceptional time management and prioritizing skills
Credentials
- Basic Life Support certification
- Licensed Practical Nurse State of Arkansas #L060273
Timeline
Licensed Vocational Nurse
Department of Veterans Affairs
02.2021 - Current
Licensed Practical Nurse
Department of Veteran Affairs
09.2018 - 01.2021
Patient Care Technician
University of Arkansas for Medical Sciences
03.2016 - 09.2018
Pharmacy Technician
Walgreens
07.2015 - 04.2017
Pharmacy Technician
University of Arkansas for Medical Sciences
02.2015 - 03.2016
Certificate - Practical Nursing
University of Arkansas – Pulaski Technical College
Bachelor of Science - Biology
University of Arkansas At Pine Bluff
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