Kah Sparks
Plano,USA
Summary
Dynamic LVN with extensive experience at SonoBello Cosmetic Partners, excelling in pre-operative assessments and IV insertion. Recognized for strong organizational skills and critical thinking, I effectively collaborate with healthcare teams to enhance patient outcomes. Committed to delivering compassionate care while thriving under pressure in fast-paced environments.
Overview
11
11
years of professional experience
3
3
Certifications
Work History
LVN/OR clinician
SonoBello Cosmetic Partners
08.2025 - Current
- Conducted comprehensive pre-operative assessments, including vital signs and medical history.
- Prepared patients for procedures by providing education, confirming consent, and verifying surgical plans.
- Established IV access and administered pre-operative medications, facilitating seamless surgical readiness.
- Ensured accuracy of pre-op labs, clearances, and documentation, supporting regulatory compliance and patient safety.
- Assisted in the operating room under the surgeon's direction, maintaining exposure and supporting hemostasis.
- Assisted with sterile field setup, instrument counts, and equipment preparation.
- Monitored intraoperative patient condition and communicated changes promptly to safeguard patient safety.
- Performed post-operative assessments and delivered wound care education to support recovery and continuity of care.
LVN- Mother/Baby
Dallas Regional Medical Center
01.2025 - 08.2025
- Delivered safe, compassionate nursing care to postpartum mothers and newborns under supervision of RN and physician.
- Monitored mother and newborn for complications, promptly reporting abnormal findings to RN or provider, ensuring timely interventions and patient safety.
- Performed maternal and newborn assessments, including vital signs and pain evaluations.
- Assisted with breastfeeding initiation, providing support on latch techniques and positioning to promote successful breastfeeding.
- Reinforced Baby-Friendly Hospital Initiative practices, promoting skin-to-skin contact and exclusive breastfeeding to support infant bonding and health.
- Educated patients and families on newborn care and postpartum self-care, enhancing understanding of warning signs and promoting healthy practices.
- Administered prescribed medications according to facility protocols, ensuring safe and effective postpartum and newborn care.
- Documented assessments and interventions accurately in electronic medical records.
LVN
Cuddle Me Home Health/Dallas
09.2024 - 01.2025
- Initiated and monitored intravenous therapy, ensuring safe IV insertion and effective medication administration for optimal patient outcomes.
- Administered Total Parenteral Nutrition via central and PICC lines with strict aseptic technique.
- Performed central line and PICC line care, focusing on infection prevention and maintenance.
- Conducted comprehensive patient assessments, including vital signs and medication reconciliation.
- Provided comprehensive wound, ostomy, catheter, and tracheostomy care to promote healing and patient comfort.
- Instructed patients and caregivers on disease processes, medication administration, and infection control to promote self-management and health literacy.
- Coordinated with healthcare professionals to enhance continuity of patient care and improve communication strategies.
- Provided skilled nursing care in home settings per physician orders and agency policies, enhancing patient comfort and recovery.
PATIENT CARE TECHNICIAN
Children’s Health Dallas/Plano
03.2023 - 09.2024
- Assisted MD in ED with short-term surgical interventions, enhancing patient safety and comfort.
- Monitored and recorded vital signs of patients to assess health status.
- Provided personal care per care plan and RN instructions, supporting patient hygiene and well-being.
- Performed phlebotomy procedures and inserted IV catheters to facilitate treatment.
- Inserting straight catheters for urine samples.
- Performed EKG monitoring to track heart activity and promptly identify abnormalities.
- Respond to patient and family needs promptly.
- Assist in emergency situations.
- Putting splints and casts on patients.
- Collecting blood glucose reading and maintaining checks.
- Accompanied patients to various procedures.
- Monitored behavioral patients, deescalating agitation and fostering a calming environment.
- Performing general cleaning and infection control on wards to maintain a safe environment.
- Using electronic record keeping (EPIC)
REGISTERED MIDWIFE
Nottingham University Hospitals
, UK
11.2018 - 12.2020
- Coordinated care for women with high-risk pregnancies in collaboration with maternal-fetal medicine specialists.
- Monitored health, comfort, and emotional states of mothers throughout labor, providing tailored support to enhance maternal well-being.
- Developed personalized birth plans addressing health concerns and preferences of mothers, promoting patient-centered care.
- Performed episiotomies to assist with difficult births and sutured perineum.
- Interpreted patient complaints and vital signs to identify potential health issues.
- Inserted and maintained Peripheral IV catheters while conducting blood draws.
- Documented patient updates to maintain accurate records and facilitate continuity of care.
- Educated families on VBAC benefits and risks, fostering informed decision-making and strengthening ties with community health programs.
REGISTERED MIDWIFE
Whipps Cross University Hospital
, UK
10.2014 - 11.2018
- Delivered comprehensive care and support to vulnerable women facing HIV, substance misuse, and mental health challenges, improving their overall health outcomes.
- Collaborated with public health team to develop strategies addressing female genital mutilation and teenage pregnancy, enhancing community health initiatives.
- Coordinated breastfeeding support initiatives for women in a multicultural community, increasing awareness of breastfeeding practices and maternal health.
- Developed tailored interventions to enhance health outcomes for diverse populations.
Education
Vocational Nursing - Vocational Nursing
Collin County Community College
Plano, TX08-2024
Bachelor of Science - Midwifery
Middlesex University
London09.2014
Nursing -
Collin College Community College
McKinney, TXSkills
- IV insertion and phlebotomy
- Straight catheterization
- Emergency response certification (NRP/BLS/ACLS)
- PPE usage
- Decision making
- Ability to work under pressure
- Time management
- Collaboration and teamwork
- Organizational skills
- Leadership
- Training
- Critical thinking skills
- Microsoft Office proficiency
- Work ethic
- Active listening
Certification
BLS- AHA
Accomplishments
Class President
Timeline
LVN/OR clinician
SonoBello Cosmetic Partners
08.2025 - Current
LVN- Mother/Baby
Dallas Regional Medical Center
01.2025 - 08.2025
LVN
Cuddle Me Home Health/Dallas
09.2024 - 01.2025
PATIENT CARE TECHNICIAN
Children’s Health Dallas/Plano
03.2023 - 09.2024
REGISTERED MIDWIFE
Nottingham University Hospitals
11.2018 - 12.2020
REGISTERED MIDWIFE
Whipps Cross University Hospital
10.2014 - 11.2018
Vocational Nursing - Vocational Nursing
Collin County Community College
Bachelor of Science - Midwifery
Middlesex University
Nursing -
Collin College Community College