Kevin Davis
Wyandotte
Summary
Patient-oriented nursing professional with several years of hands-on experience in delivering quality direct and indirect patient care to individuals in settings. Skillfully completes tasks and fosters relationships with patients, caregivers and coworkers to drive patient care goals and advance nursing philosophies.
Overview
22
22
years of professional experience
1999
1999
years of post-secondary education
1
1
Certification
Work History
LPN III
Oklahoma Forensic Center
Vinita
08.2024 - Current
- Monitored patient health and reported changes to attending physician
- Administered medications and assisted with treatment plans for patients.
- Maintained accurate patient records using electronic health systems.
- Assisted in crisis intervention by employing de-escalation techniques effectively.
- Collaborated with interdisciplinary teams to ensure comprehensive patient care.
- Educated patients in medications
- Ensured compliance with safety protocols during all patient interactions.
- Observed changes in patient's condition and reported any significant changes to the physician.
- Performed physical assessments, including vital signs and health history documentation.
- Monitored fluid intake and output levels, glucose levels, and other medical tests results.
- Provided patient care in accordance with physicians' orders and nursing standards of practice.
- Maintained a safe environment by following infection control policies and procedures.
- Communicated effectively with patients, family members, healthcare team members, and other stakeholders regarding patient care plans or concerns.
- Conducted regular rounds to assess the status of assigned patients.
- Managed emergency situations promptly according to established protocols.
- Ensured that all clinical documentation is accurate and up-to-date in the electronic medical record system.
- Communicated concerns regarding patients' status, care and environment to nursing supervisors, clinical care supervisors and case managers.
- Provided emotional support to patients dealing with illness or injury related issues.
- Looked for physical, emotional, and symptomatic changes in patient condition and obtained necessary care for medical concerns.
- Promoted culture of safety for patients and employees through proper identification, reporting documentation and prevention.
- Assessed patient complaints accurately and provided appropriate interventions.
- Collected biological specimens and packaged for laboratory transport to complete diagnostic tests.
- Prevented drug interactions and contributed to correct diagnosis by recording patient health information, and updating patient files.
- Administered therapies in accordance with physicians orders.
LPN
US renal care
Grove
11.2017 - 12.2020
- Critical care dialysis nursing
- Dialysis treatment education for patients and families
- Direct care with a 1:6 ratio
- Setting ordered parameters on dialysis machine and monitoring for adverse reactions
- Vital signs
- Dialysis catheter port care and usage
- Charting on patients daily
- IV medications
- Vaccination administration
- Assessments of both physical and mental wellbeing daily
- Opening clinic and performing pre treatment duties
- Closing clinic and doing post treatment duties
- Treatment team meetings with primary care, nephrologist, and patient
- Advocated for patients rights
Certified Nursing Assistant
Integris Baptist Medical Center
Miami
11.2012 - 05.2017
- Assisted patients with daily living activities and personal hygiene needs.
- Monitored vital signs and reported changes to nursing staff promptly.
- Maintained cleanliness and organization of patient care areas and equipment.
- Communicated effectively with patients, families, and healthcare team members.
- Documented patient progress and observations in electronic health records accurately.
- Provided companionship and emotional support to enhance patient well-being.
- Adhered to safety protocols and infection control practices consistently.
- Answered call lights promptly and responded to patient needs accordingly.
- Observed and reported unusual symptoms and changes to charge nurse.
- Served meals to patients and assisted with feeding when needed.
- Assisted patients with shaving, bathing, and oral hygiene to promote healthy habits and overall wellness.
- Turned and repositioned residents using proper body mechanics to prevent pressure ulcers.
- Assisted with ambulation of patients utilizing appropriate equipment safely.
- Helped residents walk with or without self-help devices.
- Responded quickly to emergency situations involving sudden illness or injury.
- Performed housekeeping duties such as changing linens and cleaning bathrooms when necessary.
- Looked for physical, emotional, and symptomatic changes in patient condition and obtained necessary care for medical concerns.
- Participated in educational programs related to nursing assistant skills development.
- Measured and recorded food and liquid intake and output, reporting changes to medical or nursing staff.
- Safeguarded patient privacy with strict adherence to HIPAA protocols.
Soldier
Army
Lawton
11.2003 - 05.2011
- Conducted tactical operations to ensure mission success and unit readiness.
- Coordinated logistics for equipment and personnel during training exercises.
- Trained junior soldiers in combat techniques and safety protocols.
- Collaborated with team members to assess threats and develop response strategies.
- Led physical fitness training programs to enhance soldier performance and resilience.
- Cultivated excellent work ethic, dedication to duty, and timeliness in work actions.
- Followed orders and carried out mission directives with professionalism and compassion despite chaotic and emotionally stressful circumstances.
- Displayed leadership in accomplishing assignments and learning new skills.
- Maintained accountability of assigned equipment and supplies to ensure readiness for operations.
- Worked in small groups to accomplish complex goals within tight deadlines and standards.
- Participated in joint training exercises with allied forces to build relationships between nations.
- Used rifles, machine guns and other weapons to suppress enemy forces during warfare.
- Developed expertise in small arms use, care, and accountability.
- Provided instruction on weapons systems, tactics, and techniques to junior enlisted personnel.
- Ensured compliance with applicable laws, policies, and regulations while executing operations.
- Conducted classes to teach fellow soldiers in platoon about safety and awareness topics.
- Inspected living areas for safety hazards or health concerns related to sanitation issues.
- Organized logistics for field exercises including transportation coordination and supply management.
- Acted as an initial point of contact between command staff members and subordinate units.
- Managed daily operations at forward operating bases by coordinating resources from multiple departments.
- Advised command staff on potential risks associated with operations prior to mission execution.
- Collaborated with medical personnel to provide medical aid when needed during operations.
- Performed risk assessments before missions to minimize potential threats and casualties.
- Completed basic and advanced combat training courses, mastering individual soldier skills.
- Participated in team-based tactical exercises focusing on effective communication and strategy implementation.
- Responded immediately to routine and critical accidents, incidents and other emergencies.
- Directed artillery crew members to position, maintain and fire guns.
Education
Licensed Practical Nursing - LPN
Votech
Vinita, OK 08.2016 - 06.2017
GED
Dallas, TXSkills
- Patient monitoring
- Medication administration
- Electronic health records
- Critical care nursing
- Crisis intervention
- Team collaboration
- Patient education
- Vital signs assessment
- Emergency response
- Effective communication
- Emotional support
- Problem solving
- Attention to detail
- Psychotropic medications
- Immunization administration
- Counting narcotics
- Behavioral assessment
- Multi-tasking and prioritization
- Direct patient care
- Inpatient care
- Documentation accuracy
- Cerner, Epic, Avatar EMR software
- Care planning
- Mental health support
- Documenting incidents
- Transcribing orders
- Verbal and written communication
- Medication dispensing
- Preventive care
Certification
- BLS
- Therapeutic options
References
References available upon request.
Timeline
LPN III
Oklahoma Forensic Center
08.2024 - Current
LPN
US renal care
11.2017 - 12.2020
Licensed Practical Nursing - LPN
Votech
08.2016 - 06.2017
Certified Nursing Assistant
Integris Baptist Medical Center
11.2012 - 05.2017
Soldier
Army
11.2003 - 05.2011
GED
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