Kerima Hoke
Charlotte,North Carolina
Summary
Experienced charge licensed practical nurse with a proven track record of delivering quality patient care. Demonstrated expertise in clinical leadership, medication administration, and patient assessment. Possesses strong communication and organizational skills to ensure efficient nursing unit operations and provide compassionate care.
Overview
8
8
years of professional experience
Work History
Charge - Licensed Practical Nurse
Agency- Healthforce of Virginia
Richmond, Virginia
09.2023 - 09.2024
- Provided direct nursing care and treatments to assigned patients, including wound care, administering medications, and monitoring vital signs.
- Assisted in the development and implementation of patient care plans based on physician orders and individualized needs of the patient.
- Assisted physicians with minor surgical procedures such as suturing lacerations or removing foreign bodies from skin surfaces.
- Responded promptly to emergency situations using appropriate assessment skills while following established policies and procedures.
- Documented and collected vital signs to track patient conditions.
- Educated patients on conditions, medications and self-care skills.
Lead Licensed Practical Nurse
RAMP Health
Blue Bell, PA
08.2021 - 05.2023
- Administered COVID-19 vaccines to patients using vaccines from multiple manufacturers and distributors. I ensured that the vaccines were properly administered according to the manufacturers' instructions and that patients were properly informed about the vaccine and its potential side effects.
- Facilitated effective communication between staff and the public by making sure that all information was accurate and easily understood.
- Transported medical instruments and supplies to and from screening events.
- Ordered diagnostic tests and interpreted test results according to established protocols.
Primary Care Licensed Practical Nurse
South Charlotte Veterans HCC
Charlotte, North Carolina
06.2016 - 05.2021
- Educated patients on disease prevention and management strategies for their individual conditions.
- Performed physical assessments, including vital signs and health history documentation.
- Ensured that all clinical documentation is accurate and up-to-date in the electronic medical record system.
- Instructed patients on proper use of equipment such as wheelchairs or walkers.
- Facilitated referrals for specialty services when necessary.
- Coordinated scheduling of follow-up appointments with primary care providers.
- Interviewed patients to obtain medical history.
Education
IV Therapy
Midlands Technical College
West Columbia, SC06-2022
High School Diploma -
New Horizons Regional Education Center
Hampton, VA05-2010
Skills
- EMR management
- Direct Patient Care
- Admissions and discharges
- Medication Administration
- Vaccine administration
- EKG/EEG
- Scheduling
- Narcotic Inventory/Administration
- Pharmaceutical and supply ordering
- HIPAA Compliance
- Workflow Coordination
- Infection Control
- IV therapy
- Diabetes maintenance and education
References
References available upon request.
Timeline
Charge - Licensed Practical Nurse
Agency- Healthforce of Virginia
09.2023 - 09.2024
Lead Licensed Practical Nurse
RAMP Health
08.2021 - 05.2023
Primary Care Licensed Practical Nurse
South Charlotte Veterans HCC
06.2016 - 05.2021
IV Therapy
Midlands Technical College
High School Diploma -
New Horizons Regional Education Center
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