Overview
Work History
Education
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Joyce Essien

Stafford,VA

Overview

19
19
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification

Work History

Licensed Practical Nurse

The Arc Of Greater Prince William
Woodbridge, VA
05.2022 - Current
  • Managed patient records, ensuring confidentiality and compliance with healthcare regulations.
  • Prepared patients for examinations, tests or treatments and explained procedures.
  • Evaluated nursing intervention outcomes by conferring with other healthcare team members.
  • Communicated concerns regarding patients' status, care and environment to nursing supervisors, clinical care supervisors and case managers.
  • Collaborated with healthcare team to develop and implement patient care plans.
  • Participated in interdisciplinary team meetings for coordination of patient care plans.
  • Collected and documented vital signs to track current patient conditions.
  • Observed strict confidentiality and safeguarded all patient-related information.
  • Ensured that all clinical documentation is accurate and up-to-date in the electronic medical record system.
  • Assisted patients with personal hygiene activities such as bathing, dressing, eating, grooming, and toileting needs.
  • Monitored vital signs, fluid intake and output levels, glucose levels, and other medical tests results.

Home Health Aide

Perfect Home Care
Woodbridge, VA
12.2018 - 03.2022
  • Changed bed linens and maintained a clean living environment for the client's safety.
  • Answered patient calls promptly, providing assistance or referring them to appropriate personnel when needed.
  • Documented patient status and reported changes in care needs.
  • Cared for patients by assisting with personal hygiene tasks and completing basic household chores.
  • Transported individuals to medical appointments and assisted with errands.
  • Dressed, groomed and fed patients with limited physical abilities to support basic needs.
  • Cared for patients by washing and ironing laundry, cleaning or assisting with personal care.
  • Managed time effectively to ensure tasks were completed on schedule and deadlines were met.

Machine Operator

Ricoh Electronics Inc
Lawrenceville, GA
05.2006 - 08.2018
  • Monitored and observed production line to watch for pile-ups and jams.
  • Monitor the feed and speed of machines during the machining process.
  • Trained personnel on safe handling procedures for hazardous materials used during production processes.
  • Documented daily production data and submitted accurate time logs to keep management up-to-date.
  • Inspect finished workpieces to ensure conformance with specifications.
  • Unload finished products from machines onto conveyors or other transport systems.
  • Perform periodic maintenance on machines such as cleaning and lubrication.
  • Maintained proper chemical inventories.
  • Adjusted machine settings according to production requirements.
  • Carry out regular safety checks on machinery prior to operation.
  • Maintain records of completed work and production data including volume produced and time required for each task.
  • Managed time effectively to ensure tasks were completed on schedule and deadlines were met.
  • Managed inventory and supplies to ensure materials were available when needed.

Education

Associate Degree - Nursing

American School of Nursing And Alied Health
Woodbridge, VA
11-2021

Associates in Education - Education

Teacher Training College
Ghana
09-1998

High School Diploma -

Holy Child Secondary School
Ghana
04-1992

Skills

  • Sample collection
  • Pulse oximetry tracking
  • Indirect patient care
  • Staff supervision
  • Documenting incidents
  • Medical records security
  • Tracking symptoms
  • Physical assessment
  • Maintaining nutrition
  • Verbal and written communication
  • Charting and recording
  • Vital signs
  • Quality assurance
  • Direct patient care
  • Pediatric care
  • Caring for wounds
  • Therap EMR software
  • Medication administration
  • Documenting intake

Certification

  • Licensed Practical Nurse
  • Adult and Pediatric CPR/AED and First Aid

Timeline

Licensed Practical Nurse

The Arc Of Greater Prince William
05.2022 - Current

Home Health Aide

Perfect Home Care
12.2018 - 03.2022

Machine Operator

Ricoh Electronics Inc
05.2006 - 08.2018
  • Licensed Practical Nurse
  • Adult and Pediatric CPR/AED and First Aid

Associate Degree - Nursing

American School of Nursing And Alied Health

Associates in Education - Education

Teacher Training College

High School Diploma -

Holy Child Secondary School

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