Summary
Overview
Work History
Education
Skills
LANGUAGES
Certification
Timeline

KAFUMU TONY PHIRI

Summary

Compassionate and dedicated Licensed Practical Nurse with extensive experience in delivering exceptional, compassionate patient care. Proficient in medication administration, IV insertion, and patient assessment, with a proven ability to collaborate with teams to optimize patient outcomes. Dedicated to enhancing patient compliance and fostering a supportive care environment through effective communication and education.

Overview

8
8
years of professional experience
3
3
Certification

Work History

Licensed Practical Nurse

Valley View Nursing & Rehabilitation Center
01.2024 - Current

· Provide skilled nursing care in post-acute and transitional care settings

· Administer medications via oral, IM, subcutaneous, IV, and enteral routes

· Perform focused assessments, monitor vital signs, and escalate changes in condition

· Deliver wound care, Foley catheterization, IV insertion, and specimen collection

· Document care accurately in electronic medical records and follow infection-control standards

· Collaborate with RNs, physicians, and interdisciplinary teams

Licensed Practical Nurse

Peterson Park
06.2023 - 08.2024

Ensured patient safety and care standards, which boosted team collaboration and patient satisfaction.

Administered medications and educated patients to enhance adherence and improve health outcomes.

Coordinated interdisciplinary care to ensure seamless communication and optimal patient results.

Implemented electronic medical records (EMR), increasing real-time assessments and care efficiency.

Maintained meticulous documentation and adherence to healthcare protocols, ensuring regulatory compliance and high-quality care.

Certified Nursing Assistant

Avantara of Lake Zurich
04.2022 - 06.2023

Championed patient safety in rehabilitation and long-term care units, directly contributing to improved well-being and reduced risk.

Partnered with nursing staff to strategically adapt care plans, leading to improved patient outcomes and more effective recovery.

Fostered strong therapeutic relationships with patients, ensuring their care needs were met and improving overall patient satisfaction.

Caregiver

Care Advocate of Illinois, Inc
08.2017 - 04.2022

Provided compassionate care to diverse patients by assisting with daily living activities, managing medications, and ensuring their overall safety and comfort.
Coordinated with families to ensure consistent patient care and address needs effectively.
Escorted patients to appointments, ensuring timely arrivals and a seamless experience.
Maintained meticulous medication records, which ensured accurate dosage, timely administration, and streamlined documentation for increased efficiency.

Education

Associate of Applied Science - Registered Nursing

Community College of Rhode Island, Warwick, RI
05-2027

Licensed Practical Nurse -

Americare Technical Institute
12.2022

Certified Nursing Assistant -

International Career Institute
03.2022

Skills

  • Medication Administration, IV Insertion, Patient Assessment, Patient Monitoring, Electronic Medical Records (EMR), Charting Accuracy
  • Compassionate Care, Patient Education, Patient Advocacy, Emotional Support, Behavioral Health
  • Multidisciplinary Teamwork, Team Collaboration, Care Planning, Critical Thinking, Time Management, Conflict Resolution
  • Safety Protocols, Health Promotion

LANGUAGES

Nyanja, Bemba, Ndebele, Isizulu, Shona, English.

Certification

  • LPN License - February 2023
  • Certified Nursing Assistant License - March2022
  • Basic Life Support - exp. January2028

Timeline

Licensed Practical Nurse - Valley View Nursing & Rehabilitation Center
01.2024 - Current
Licensed Practical Nurse - Peterson Park
06.2023 - 08.2024
Certified Nursing Assistant - Avantara of Lake Zurich
04.2022 - 06.2023
Caregiver - Care Advocate of Illinois, Inc
08.2017 - 04.2022
Community College of Rhode Island - Associate of Applied Science, Registered Nursing
Americare Technical Institute - Licensed Practical Nurse,
International Career Institute - Certified Nursing Assistant,
KAFUMU TONY PHIRI