KHRISTAL SMALL
Bronx
Summary
Experienced with patient care, including administering medications and monitoring vital signs. Utilizes strong communication and interpersonal skills to foster positive patient relationships and efficient team collaboration. Track record of providing compassionate and attentive care, ensuring patient comfort and safety.
Overview
3
3
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Licensed Practical Nurse
Westchester Rehabilitation Center
05.2025 - Current
- Improved patient outcomes by administering medications, monitoring vital signs, and documenting relevant information.
- Cared for wounds, provided treatments, and assisted with procedures.
Recovery Coach
Monte Nido Eating Disorder
04.2024 - 04.2025
- Provided compassionate peer support to clients struggling with eating disorders, using lived experience to foster hope and connection.
- Facilitated individual and group recovery sessions focused on body image, food relationships, and coping strategies.
Practical Nursing Student
Jersey College School Of Nursing
01.2024 - 03.2025
- Enhanced patient care by effectively applying nursing techniques and maintaining accurate documentation.
- Implemented successful therapeutic communication techniques that helped reduce anxiety levels among distressed patients or family members during challenging situations.
Care Partner
Westchester Medical Center
10.2022 - 01.2024
- Wiped down equipment with proper cleaning products after each patient transports to reduce instances of infection.
- Answered call lights and supported patient comfort and safety by adjusting bed rails and equipment.
Education
Practical Nursing
Jersey College
Teterboro, NJ03-2025
Power Generation Equipment Repairer -
United States Army
Fort Lee, VA09.2022
Associate of Science - Business Administration
University of Technology Jamaica
Kingston, Jamaica09.2019
Skills
- Caregiver Relations
- Medication administration
- Direct patient care
- Vital signs monitoring
- HIPAA compliance
- Medication dispensing
- Infection control
- Fluid Measurement
- Bedsore Prevention
- Nutrition and diet
- Observation Documentation
Certification
Practical Nursing
Nursing Assistance
Home Health Aide
Basic Life Support
Timeline
Licensed Practical Nurse
Westchester Rehabilitation Center
05.2025 - Current
Recovery Coach
Monte Nido Eating Disorder
04.2024 - 04.2025
Practical Nursing Student
Jersey College School Of Nursing
01.2024 - 03.2025
Care Partner
Westchester Medical Center
10.2022 - 01.2024
Associate of Science - Business Administration
University of Technology Jamaica
Practical Nursing
Jersey College
Power Generation Equipment Repairer -
United States Army
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