Kendrix Ladson -licensed practical nurse in a multi-disciplinary medical facility helping people take control of their pain, with a steadfast commitment to quality care advocacy and helping patients reach their health goals. Strong operational skills critical for running a small practice.
Overview
27
27
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
LPN
Grady Health Care Systems
Chamblee, Georgia
02.2009 - Current
LPN responsible for overseeing healthcare for pediatrics, adult, obstetrics and gynecology clientele in a variety of settings, including but not limited to managing illness such as, acute, chronic, and preventive care.
Delivered high-quality and compassionate treatment to indigent and low-income patient community.
Recorded patients' medical history, vital statistics and test results in medical records.
Sound, ethical and independent decision-making ability consistent with medical protocols.
Performed all tasks with a patient-centered focus while seeking opportunities for improvement of processes and treatments.
Provided necessary health education training for patients.
Accurately documented all elements of nursing assessment, treatments, medications, discharge instructions and follow-up care.
Responsible for phlebotomy procedures, phone triage, walk ins and all lab test and procedures.
Floating Nurse
Kaiser Permanente
Duluth, Georgia
12.2007 - 06.2009
Supported patients with customized patient teaching tools.
oversaw health care plans for patients with acute and chronic illness, pediatric patients for HMO agency.
Mastered rotation from department and location on a weekly basis with limited notice while providing quality nursing care in accordance with policies and procedures.
Skillfully performed suture removals for patients of all ages.
Charge Nurse
Manor Care of Decatur
Decatur, Georgia
01.2006 - 11.2007
A 180 bed rehabilitation facility specializing in aging adults) Charge Nurse
Conducted screening, diagnostic treatment and rehabilitative and supportive services as the senior nurse on a primary health care team.
Recorded patients' medical history, vital statistics and test results in medical records.
Provided palliative care in outpatient settings ranging from assessment to development and implementation of care plans.
Sound, ethical and independent decision-making ability consistent with medical protocols.
Performed all tasks with a patient-centered focus while seeking opportunities for improvement of processes and treatments.
Supervised ancillary staff of 4 medical assistants
Provided behavioral/emotional support and supervision for those with dementia and Alzheimer's.
Administered medications
Stoma Care
Administered IV therapy
Provided palliative care in outpatient settings ranging from assessment to development and implementation of care plans.
LPN
Emory Clinic Executive Office
Decautur, Georgia
09.2005 - 01.2006
A private facility for executives and senior level employees from fortune 500 companies).
Recorded patients' medical history, vital statistics and test results in medical records.
Worked closely with high profile clientele scheduling yearly physicals
EKG testing, stress test, phlebotomy, administrating flu shot, pneumonia shots, spirometery testing, and assisting with routine pap smears).
managed testing on all medical machines, sending EKG's electronically to hospital weekly
educating patient on taking medications appropriately and on identifying adverse reactions when taking multiple medications.
Mastered EMR soft ware
Fleet Manager
General Motors Automotive Company
Doraville, Georgia
05.2000 - 05.2003
managed 1.5 billion dollar company car inventory
Reduced and controlled expenses by selling inventor to local auction and internal sales.
Monitored insurance claims and replacements for damaged cars
Followed checklists to verify that all important parts were examined.
Reviewed under body carriage inspection
Oversaw evaluations of the finished product.
Office Manager
Sonic Automotive dba Dyer & Dyer Volvo
Chamblee, Georgia
04.1998 - 05.2000
Responsible for directly managing 15 employees in Accounts Payable departments Receivable and Accounts.
Generated monthly, quarterly and annual AR and AP reports.
managed inventory control, payroll, monthly and year end inventory close outs.
Oversaw new and used purchases deals.
Education
High School Diploma - Practical Nursing
Dekalb Technical College
2005
Licensed Practical Nurse, Georgia License #070480
CPR, through the American Heart Association, 2006
IV certification. -
Staff Chaplain at Indiana University Health, Riley Children’s Hospital, Methodist, University Hospitals, Bay Care Health SystemsStaff Chaplain at Indiana University Health, Riley Children’s Hospital, Methodist, University Hospitals, Bay Care Health Systems