Summary
Overview
Work History
Education
Skills
Certification
Nursing Professional Development
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Khala Walker

Taylor,MI

Summary

Adept LPN with a proven track record at Lakeland Rehabilitation and Healthcare Center, enhancing patient outcomes and satisfaction through meticulous vital signs monitoring and empathetic care. Skilled in wound care and medical documentation, I significantly reduced medication errors, fostering trust and compliance. Expertise in palliative care and compassionate support underlines my commitment to health promotion and patient well-being. Proficient and caring nursing team member offering outstanding patient-facing experience. Adept at addressing patient needs with compassionate care and attention to detail. Diligent about maximizing satisfaction, safety and wellness while serving patients of all backgrounds.

Overview

7
7
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification

Work History

LPN

Lakeland Rehabilitation And Healthcare Center
10.2023 - 06.2024
  • Improved patient outcomes by providing high-quality nursing care and closely monitoring vital signs.
  • Reduced medication errors by accurately administering medications and diligently verifying patient information.
  • Collaborated with interdisciplinary healthcare teams to develop comprehensive care plans for patients.
  • Performed wound care treatments using sterile techniques, promoting healing and preventing complications.
  • Maintained accurate documentation of all relevant clinical data, ensuring compliance with regulatory standards.
  • Provided emotional support to patients and families during difficult times, fostering positive relationships built on trust and compassion.

Patient Observation Aide

Corewell Health
10.2017 - 11.2022
  • Enhanced patient comfort by providing compassionate and attentive care during observation periods.
  • Assisted nursing staff with maintaining accurate patient records for timely communication of relevant information to medical teams.
  • Improved patient safety by vigilantly monitoring their condition, promptly reporting changes or concerns to the appropriate healthcare professionals.
  • Contributed to positive hospital experiences for patients and families through effective communication and empathetic support.

Education

Associate Degree in Nursing - Practical Nursing

Dorsey College
Wayne, MI
08.2023

Skills

End of life care

Compassionate Care

Palliative Care

Disease Prevention

Diabetes management

Medical Documentation

Vital signs monitoring

Health Promotion

Tracheostomy Care

Rehabilitation Nursing

Respiratory Care

Wound Care

Certification

  • Licensed practical nurse - 08/26/2023 to current


  • BLS certification- AHA 07/2024

Nursing Professional Development

Garden City Hospital           02/2023-04/2023      Garden City, Michigan
• Assessed client's vital signs
• Administered medication under the supervision of the RN

  • Observed and obtained further knowledge about the roles of an OR
    nurse


Mission Point Nursing & Physical Rehabilitation Center     02/2022-03/2022     Detroit, Michigan
• Assisted in medication administration in the ER
• Assisted in the assessment of the clients with the RN

  • Administered subcutaneous medications under the supervision of
    the RN


DMC Harper University Hospital            10/2022-11/2022                   Detroit, Michigan


• Displayed safety and infection control when providing vaccinations
• Assisted in developing a plan of care for various clients

  • Assisted in medication administration under the supervision of the
    RN

Timeline

LPN

Lakeland Rehabilitation And Healthcare Center
10.2023 - 06.2024

Patient Observation Aide

Corewell Health
10.2017 - 11.2022

Associate Degree in Nursing - Practical Nursing

Dorsey College
  • Licensed practical nurse - 08/26/2023 to current


  • BLS certification- AHA 07/2024
Khala Walker