Keri Simon
Whitehouse
Summary
Dedicated and compassionate Licensed Vocational Nurse with extensive experience in sample collection, blood draw, IV insertion and infection control. Maintains composure and makes accurate decisions in fast-paced, unpredictable, and stressful environments. History of interfacing seamlessly with doctors, specialized support services, patients and visiting families.
Overview
13
13
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Licensed Vocational Nurse
Christus Trinity Mother Frances Hospital
Tyler, TX
07.2024 - Current
- Administered medications and treatments according to established protocols and patient care plans.
- Monitored vital signs and documented changes in patient conditions for effective care management.
- Collaborated with interdisciplinary teams to develop and implement individualized care strategies.
- Educated patients and families on health maintenance, disease prevention, and post-discharge care instructions.
- Managed patient care through closely monitoring respiration, blood pressure, and blood glucose levels.
- Prevented medication errors by meticulously reviewing physician orders and administering medications as prescribed.
- Cared for wounds, provided treatments, and assisted with procedures.
- Assisted with admissions, appointments, transfers, and discharges.
- Improved patient satisfaction by providing compassionate and attentive care.
- Administered controlled narcotics, inserted IVs, and performed catheterizations.
LVN Neurology
Baylor Scott & White Medical Center
Temple, TX
09.2021 - 07.2024
- Maintained accurate medical records for each patient utilizing electronic health record systems.
- Instructed patients on proper self-care techniques such as medication administration, nutrition management and disease prevention strategies.
- Educated patients about preventative measures for healthy living such as exercise routines, dietary guidelines, and smoking cessation programs.
- Collected and documented vital signs to track current patient conditions.
- Administered medications and monitored patient vitals to ensure optimal care outcomes.
- Facilitated effective communication between patients, families, and healthcare providers to ensure continuity of care during transitions between facilities or levels of care.
- Assisted physicians during examinations and procedures, ensuring safe practices were maintained throughout each encounter.
- Answered incoming phone calls from patients to provide basic assistance and triage medical concerns.
LVN Internal Medicine
Baylor Scott & White Medical Center
Temple, Texas
08.2019 - 09.2021
- Performed routine diagnostic tests such as EKG's, urinalysis, and blood draws.
- Maintained accurate medical records for each patient utilizing electronic health record systems.
- Assessed patient needs for additional services such as social work or home health aides.
- Collaborated with other healthcare providers including physicians, nurses, and specialists to coordinate optimal patient care plans.
- Instructed patients on proper self-care techniques such as medication administration, nutrition management and disease prevention strategies.
LVN Pediatric Home Health
Aveanna Healthcare
Temple, Texas
07.2018 - 05.2020
- Provided direct patient care by taking vital signs, administering medications and treatments, and providing wound care.
- Monitored patient progress, reported changes to physician and provided education to families regarding medical conditions.
- Maintained accurate medical records for each patient utilizing electronic health record systems.
- Assessed patient needs for additional services such as social work or home health aides.
- Conducted physical assessments of patients on a regular basis.
- Collaborated with other healthcare providers including physicians, nurses, and specialists to coordinate optimal patient care plans.
- Provided emotional support to patients and their families during difficult times.
- Responded quickly to life threatening situations using appropriate interventions based on established protocols.
- Administered intravenous fluids or medications, when necessary, under the direction of a physician or registered nurse.
LVN - Internal Medicine/Urgent Care
Department of Defense
Fort Hood, TX
05.2018 - 07.2019
- Provided direct patient care by taking vital signs, administering medications and treatments, and providing wound care.
- Performed routine diagnostic tests such as EKG's, urinalysis, and blood draws.
- Monitored patient progress, reported changes to physician and provided education to families regarding medical conditions.
- Maintained accurate medical records for each patient utilizing electronic health record systems.
- Administered intravenous fluids or medications, when necessary, under the direction of a physician or registered nurse.
- Evaluated effectiveness of treatments by observing responses from patients during therapy sessions or after medication administration periods have elapsed.
- Actively participated in continuing education activities to stay abreast of latest developments in nursing practices, procedures, techniques.
- Interviewed patients to obtain medical history.
LVN - Podiatry/Limb Preservation/LPN Wound Care Nurse
Department of Defense
Lakewood, WA
07.2016 - 04.2018
- Monitored patient progress, reported changes to physician and provided education to families regarding medical conditions.
- Maintained accurate medical records for each patient utilizing electronic health record systems.
- Evaluated effectiveness of treatments by observing responses from patients during therapy sessions or after medication administration periods have elapsed.
- Actively participated in continuing education activities to stay abreast of latest developments in nursing practices, procedures, techniques.
- Served as an advocate for individualized patient care by coordinating resources within facility limits while promoting cost effective solutions whenever possible.
- Used sterile techniques to prepare patients for procedures.
- Collected biological specimens and packaged for laboratory transport to complete diagnostic tests.
- Administered medications and therapies in accordance with physician’s orders.
LVN – Soldier Centered Care
Department of Defense
Ft Cavazos, TX
03.2013 - 04.2018
- Provided direct patient care by taking vital signs, administering medications and treatments, and providing wound care.
- Performed routine diagnostic tests such as EKG's, urinalysis, and blood draws.
- Monitored patient progress, reported changes to physician and provided education to families regarding medical conditions.
- Ensured soldiers were up to date with required medical testing, paperwork and profiles.
Education
Practical Nurse Course -
AMEDD Centers & Schools
San Antonio, TX07-2009
Bachelor of Science - Public Health Education
University of Texas Arlington
ArlingtonSkills
- Vital Signs Monitoring
- Elderly Care
- Diabetes Management
- Clinical Documentation
- Wound Care
- Physical Assessment
- Patient Intake
- Samples Collection
- Emergency Response
- Preventive Care
- Chronic Disease Management
- Empathetic and Compassionate
- Medication Administration
- Immunization Administration
- Caring for Wounds
- Multi-Tasking and Prioritization
- Patient Triaging
- Outpatient Care
- Catheter care
- Pediatric care
- Breathing treatments
Certification
- LVN License, TX, 2009-2026
- BLS
Timeline
Licensed Vocational Nurse
Christus Trinity Mother Frances Hospital
07.2024 - Current
LVN Neurology
Baylor Scott & White Medical Center
09.2021 - 07.2024
LVN Internal Medicine
Baylor Scott & White Medical Center
08.2019 - 09.2021
LVN Pediatric Home Health
Aveanna Healthcare
07.2018 - 05.2020
LVN - Internal Medicine/Urgent Care
Department of Defense
05.2018 - 07.2019
LVN - Podiatry/Limb Preservation/LPN Wound Care Nurse
Department of Defense
07.2016 - 04.2018
LVN – Soldier Centered Care
Department of Defense
03.2013 - 04.2018
Bachelor of Science - Public Health Education
University of Texas Arlington
Practical Nurse Course -
AMEDD Centers & Schools