Kesha David
Nurse
Monroeville,PA
Summary
Licensed Practical Nurse bringing 8+ years of experience in healthcare. Proficient in performing non-surgical procedures like breathing treatments. Familiar with documentation, record keeping and updating charts. Maintains composure in emergency situations and makes accurate decisions in fast pace environment. Adept at working effectively unsupervised and quickly mastering new skills.
Overview
27
27
years of professional experience
Work History
Home Health Nurse
Interim Health Care
Pittsburgh , PA
09.2023 - Current
- Administered different therapies and medications in line with physician orders and treatment plan.
- Determined and addresses individual home care needs by completing detailed assessments and reviewing documentation.
- Worked with multidisciplinary team to carry out successful treatment plans for diverse acute and chronic conditions.
- Provided physical assessments, medication, and chronic disease management to home health patients.
Home Health Care Nurse
Ekidz
Pittsburgh , PA
10.2023 - 12.2024
- Provided physical assessments, medication, and chronic disease management to home health patients.
- Administered different therapies and medications in line with physician orders and treatment plan.
- Determined and addresses individual home care needs by completing detailed assessments and reviewing documentation.
- Worked with multidisciplinary team to carry out successful treatment plans for diverse acute and chronic conditions.
Licensed Practical Nurse
Concordia Lutheran Health
Monroeville, PA
03.2015 - 10.2023
- Communicated concerns regarding patients' status, care and environment to nursing supervisors, clinical care supervisors and case managers.
- Looked for physical, emotional and symptomatic changes in patient condition and obtained necessary care for medical concerns.
- Monitored patient's respiration activity, blood pressure and blood glucose levels in response to medical administration.
- Coordinated with doctors and registered nurses to develop care plans for patients.
- Followed rehabilitation and treatment care plans to accelerate patient recovery, minimize pain and optimize patient outcomes.
- Collected and documented vital signs to track current patient conditions.
- Administered prescribed medications or started intravenous fluids, noting times and amounts on patient charts.
- Collected biological specimens and packaged for laboratory transport to complete diagnostic tests.
- Performed physical assessments, including vital signs and health history documentation.
- Provided patient care in accordance with physicians' orders and nursing standards of practice.
- Observed changes in patient's condition and reported any significant changes to the registered nurse or physician.
- Administered medications and treatments according to established protocols.
Certified Nursing Assistant
Cedars of Monroeville
Monroeville, PA
10.2011 - 03.2015
- Answered signal lights, bells or intercom systems to determine resident needs.
- Facilitated activities of daily living, personal hygiene management, feeding and ambulation.
- Assisted patients with shaving, bathing and oral hygiene to promote healthy habits and overall wellness.
- Observed and reported unusual symptoms and changes to charge nurse.
- Turned and repositioned residents using proper body mechanics to prevent pressure ulcers.
- Used mobility devices to transport patients.
- Documented activities and recorded information in EMR system.
Certified Nursing Assistant
Woodhaven Care Center
Monroeville, PA
02.2008 - 04.2010
- Answered signal lights, bells or intercom systems to determine resident needs.
- Facilitated activities of daily living, personal hygiene management, feeding and ambulation.
- Assisted patients with shaving, bathing and oral hygiene to promote healthy habits and overall wellness.
- Observed and reported unusual symptoms and changes to charge nurse.
- Turned and repositioned residents using proper body mechanics to prevent pressure ulcers.
- Used mobility devices to transport patients.
- Distributed drinking water and nourishment to residents.
- Documented activities and recorded information in EMR system.
- Provided basic patient care by taking vital signs, measuring height and weight, and recording intake and output.
- Reported changes in patient condition to registered nurse or physician.
Nursing Assistant
Brookdale Assisted Living
Pittsburgh, PA
05.1999 - 09.2007
- Demonstrated respect and regard for dignity of patients, families and fellow employees to promote professional, responsible and courteous environment.
- Assessed vitals and noted medical information to report changes to nursing staff and physicians.
- Assisted patients with shaving, bathing and oral hygiene to promote healthy habits and overall wellness.
- Conducted regular rounds to check on patients' safety and proactively address issues.
- Protected patient, self and others from injury during transfers, lifts and transports by using proper equipment and body mechanics.
- Engaged with patient family and friends to provide courteous visit experience.
- Implemented fall prevention techniques as specified in plan of care.
- Answered signal lights, bells and requests-for-service to assist patient services fulfillment.
Education
Licensed Practical Nurse - Nursing
Greater Johnstown Career And Technology Center
Monroeville 02.2015
Some College (No Degree) - Biology
Clarion University of Pennsylvania
Clarion, PATimeline
Home Health Care Nurse
Ekidz
10.2023 - 12.2024
Home Health Nurse
Interim Health Care
09.2023 - Current
Licensed Practical Nurse
Concordia Lutheran Health
03.2015 - 10.2023
Certified Nursing Assistant
Cedars of Monroeville
10.2011 - 03.2015
Certified Nursing Assistant
Woodhaven Care Center
02.2008 - 04.2010
Nursing Assistant
Brookdale Assisted Living
05.1999 - 09.2007
Some College (No Degree) - Biology
Clarion University of Pennsylvania
Licensed Practical Nurse - Nursing
Greater Johnstown Career And Technology Center