Justina Akinfolajimi
Manassas,VA
Summary
Dedicated Licensed Nursing Professional with a broad range of experience in direct and indirect patient care, healthcare administration and patient education. Highly skilled in developing and adapting individualized plans of care, patient advocacy and relationship building. Highly-motivated employee with desire to take on new challenges. Strong worth ethic, adaptability and exceptional interpersonal skills. Adept at working effectively unsupervised and quickly mastering new skills.
Overview
14
14
years of professional experience
Work History
LPN Team Lead
CARE PARTNERS OF AMERICA
Leesburg, VA
03.2019 - Current
- Performed physical assessments, including vital signs and health history documentation.
- Provided patient care in accordance with physicians' orders and nursing standards of practice.
- Assisted patients with personal hygiene activities such as bathing, dressing, eating, grooming, and toileting needs.
- Administered medications and treatments according to established protocols.
- Observed changes in patient's condition and reported any significant changes to the registered nurse or physician.
- Monitored vital signs, fluid intake and output levels, glucose levels, and other medical tests results.
- Ensured that all clinical documentation is accurate and up-to-date in the electronic medical record system.
- Maintained a safe environment by following infection control policies and procedures.
- Communicated effectively with patients, family members, healthcare team members, and other stakeholders regarding patient care plans or concerns.
- Provided emotional support to patients dealing with illness or injury related issues.
- Participated in interdisciplinary team meetings for coordination of patient care plans.
- Instructed patients on proper use of equipment such as wheelchairs or walkers.
- Collaborated with physicians to develop individualized care plans for each patient.
- Coordinated scheduling of follow-up appointments with primary care providers.
- Conducted regular rounds to assess the status of assigned patients.
- Adhered to facility policies and procedures while providing quality nursing care.
- Managed emergency situations promptly according to established protocols.
- Communicated concerns regarding patients' status, care and environment to nursing supervisors, clinical care supervisors and case managers.
- Monitored patient's respiration activity, blood pressure and blood glucose levels in response to medical administration.
- Promoted culture of safety for patients and employees through proper identification, reporting documentation and prevention.
- Administered prescribed medications or started intravenous fluids, noting times and amounts on patient charts.
- Collected blood, urine or sputum from patients to perform routine laboratory tests.
- Observed strict confidentiality and safeguarded all patient-related information.
LPN Field Nurse
Capital Caring Hospice
Falls Church, VA
08/06/15 - Current
- Performed physical assessments, including vital signs and health history documentation.
- Provided patient care in accordance with physicians' orders and nursing standards of practice.
- Assisted patients with personal hygiene activities such as bathing, dressing, eating, grooming, and toileting needs.
- Administered medications and treatments according to established protocols.
- Conducted regular rounds to assess the status of assigned patients.
- Evaluated nursing intervention outcomes by conferring with other healthcare team members.
- Collected biological samples from patients and performed routine lab tests to support diagnosis.
- Delivered high-quality direct and indirect nursing care to multiple patients during the day.
- Documented patient medical histories, current symptoms and vitals.
- Maintained strict patient data procedures to comply with HIPAA laws and prevent information breaches.
- Observed changes in patient's condition and reported any significant changes to the registered nurse or physician.
- Administered prescribed medications and started intravenous fluids to address patient symptoms and underlying etiologies.
- Sterilized medical equipment and supplies with germicides, sterilizers and autoclaves.
- Communicated concerns regarding patients' status, care and environment to nursing supervisors, clinical care supervisors and case managers.
- Adhered to facility policies and procedures while providing quality nursing care.
- Provided emotional support to patients dealing with illness or injury related issues.
- Communicated with patients with compassion while keeping medical information private.
- Counseled clients, patients and families and provided emotional and psychosocial support.
- Assembled and used catheters, tracheotomy tubes or oxygen suppliers.
- Monitored infection control procedures to verify facility-wide health and safety.
- Instructed patients on proper use of equipment such as wheelchairs or walkers.
- Participated in interdisciplinary team meetings for coordination of patient care plans.
LPN Team Lead
Sunrise Senior Living
Fairfax, VA
08.2009 - 03.2020
- Performed physical assessments, including vital signs and health history documentation.
- Provided patient care in accordance with physicians' orders and nursing standards of practice.
- Assisted patients with personal hygiene activities such as bathing, dressing, eating, grooming, and toileting needs.
- Administered medications and treatments according to established protocols.
- Observed changes in patient's condition and reported any significant changes to the registered nurse or physician.
- Monitored vital signs, fluid intake and output levels, glucose levels, and other medical tests results.
- Ensured that all clinical documentation is accurate and up-to-date in the electronic medical record system.
- Maintained a safe environment by following infection control policies and procedures.
- Communicated effectively with patients, family members, healthcare team members, and other stakeholders regarding patient care plans or concerns.
- Provided emotional support to patients dealing with illness or injury related issues.
- Assisted with admissions and discharges of patients from hospital units or long-term care facilities.
- Participated in interdisciplinary team meetings for coordination of patient care plans.
- Instructed patients on proper use of equipment such as wheelchairs or walkers.
- Collaborated with physicians to develop individualized care plans for each patient.
- Coordinated scheduling of follow-up appointments with primary care providers.
- Conducted regular rounds to assess the status of assigned patients.
- Adhered to facility policies and procedures while providing quality nursing care.
- Assessed patient complaints accurately and provided appropriate interventions.
- Managed emergency situations promptly according to established protocols.
- Communicated concerns regarding patients' status, care and environment to nursing supervisors, clinical care supervisors and case managers.
- Looked for physical, emotional and symptomatic changes in patient condition and obtained necessary care for medical concerns.
- Promoted culture of safety for patients and employees through proper identification, reporting documentation and prevention.
- Administered prescribed medications or started intravenous fluids, noting times and amounts on patient charts.
- Prevented drug interactions and contributed to correct diagnosis by recording patient health information, monitoring vitals and updating patient files.
- Worked as part of healthcare team to assess patient needs, plan and modify care and implement interventions.
Education
Nursing
ULTIMATE HEALTH INSTITUTE
Manassas, VA07.2018
MEDICATION TECH - Medication Aide
BREATH OF FRESH AIR
Richmond, VA06.2009
Associate of Arts - Accounting
FEDERAL POLYTECHNIC
ADO EKITI NIGERIA12.2000
Skills
- Workflow Coordination
- Procedure Support
- Patient Triage
- Medical Chart Management
- Verbal and Written Communication
- Patient Vital Sign Monitoring
- Medication Administration
- Direct Patient Care
- Patient Counseling and Support
- Patient Education
- Specimen Collection
- Patient Support
- Performance Monitoring
- Wound Care
- Patient Charting
- Vital Signs Monitoring
- HIPAA Compliance
- Patient Observation
- Administrative Functions
- Dementia Knowledge and Care
- Infant Feeding and Care
- Adaptable and Flexible
- Team Building
- Strong Clinical Judgment
- Crisis Prevention Intervention (CPI)
- Wound Dressing and Suturing
- Attention to Detail
- Patient Positioning and Transporting
Work Availability
monday
tuesday
wednesday
thursday
friday
saturday
sunday
morning
afternoon
evening
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Timeline
LPN Team Lead
CARE PARTNERS OF AMERICA
03.2019 - Current
LPN Team Lead
Sunrise Senior Living
08.2009 - 03.2020
LPN Field Nurse
Capital Caring Hospice
08/06/15 - Current
Nursing
ULTIMATE HEALTH INSTITUTE
MEDICATION TECH - Medication Aide
BREATH OF FRESH AIR
Associate of Arts - Accounting
FEDERAL POLYTECHNIC
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