Kirlandria Smith
Americus,GA
Summary
Highly motivated and committed Nurse with proven history of superior performance at individual, team and organizational levels. Multitasks and prioritizes workloads with little or no supervision. Detail-oriented professional looking to bring medical background and team-building skills to deadline-driven environment.
Overview
7
7
years of professional experience
Work History
Licensed Practical Nurse
Magnolia Manor Nursing Home
Americus, GA
08.2024 - Current
- Improved patient outcomes by administering medications, monitoring vital signs, and documenting relevant information.
- Cared for wounds, provided treatments, and assisted with procedures.
- Assisted with admissions, appointments, transfers, and discharges.
- Collaborated with interdisciplinary healthcare teams to ensure continuous quality improvement in patient care delivery.
- Demonstrated excellent technical skills in wound dressing changes, IV therapy administration, catheter insertion, and other routine nursing procedures.
- Facilitated efficient communication between patients, families, and healthcare providers to promote continuity of care across settings.
- Obtained patient vital signs and input/output measurements from inpatients.
- Delivered wound care and managed dressings, preventing infections and promoting healing.
- Evaluated patient histories, complaints, and current symptoms.
- Helped long-term care residents with bathing, dressing, feeding, and other daily living activities.
Medical Assistant/Clinical Support Nurse
CareConnect Health
Richland, Ga
03.2023 - Current
- Responded to patient emergencies to provide prompt and correct intervention .
- Collaborated with multidisciplinary team to evaluate patient data and determine patient care plans.
- Participated in quality improvement initiatives to improve patient care outcomes.
- Educated patients and families to increase understanding of condition and best ways to manage.
- Sanitized, restocked, and organized exam rooms and medical equipment.
- Directed patients to exam rooms, fielded questions, and prepared for physician examinations.
- Obtained client medical history, medication information, symptoms, and allergies.
- Performed medical records management, including filing, organizing and scanning documents.
- Documented vital signs and health history for patients in clinic and hospital environments.
- Collected and documented patient medical information such as blood pressure and weight.
- Scheduled appointments, registered patients, and distributed sample pharmaceuticals as prescribed.
- Kept medical supplies in sufficient stock by monitoring levels and submitting replenishment orders before depleted.
- Assisted with routine checks and diagnostic testing by collecting and processing specimens.
- Completed clinical procedures and gathered patient data for interpretation by physician.
- Taught patients about medications, procedures, and care plan instructions.
- Obtained and documented patient medical history, vital signs and current complaints at intake.
- Answered telephone calls to offer office information, answer questions, and direct calls to staff.
- Completed EKGs and other tests based on patient presentation in office.
- Prepared lab specimens for diagnostic evaluation.
- Oriented and trained new staff on proper procedures and policies.
Caregiver
The ARC Of Southwest Georgia
Albany,Ga, Georgia
02.2021 - 05.2022
- Assisted with dressing guidance, grooming, meal preparation and medication reminders.
- Built strong relationships with clients to deliver emotional support and companionship.
- Engaged patients in meaningful conversation, socialization and activity while providing personal care assistance.
- Assisted clients with daily living needs to maintain self-esteem and general wellness.
- Cleaned house, ran errands, managed laundry and completed weekly grocery shopping.
- Assisted with feeding and monitored intake to help patients achieve nutritional objectives.
- Supported clients with mental support and physical activities to accomplish quality of life and sustain needs.
- Assisted patients with self-administered medications.
Cashier
Cinnabon
Albany, Georigia
01.2018 - 04.2020
- Operated cash register for cash, check and credit card transactions with excellent accuracy levels.
- Worked flexible schedule and extra shifts to meet business needs.
- Helped customers complete purchases, locate items and join reward programs.
- Restocked and organized merchandise in front lanes.
Education
Practical Nursing - Licensed Practical Nursing
Albany Technical College
Albany, GA11.2022
Associate of Applied Science - Nursing
Albany State University
Albany, GA12.2019
Skills
- Mobility Assistance
- Illness Adaptation
- Diet and Nutrition
- Client Education
- ADLs Assistance
- HIPAA Compliance
- PPE Usage
- Time Management
- Ability to Lift
- Companionship and Emotional Support
- Multitasking and Organization
- Sanitizing Surfaces
- Bathing and Dressing
- Assisting with Daily Living
- Diabetes management
- Team Collaboration
- Patient and Family Education
- Medication Administration
Timeline
Licensed Practical Nurse
Magnolia Manor Nursing Home
08.2024 - Current
Medical Assistant/Clinical Support Nurse
CareConnect Health
03.2023 - Current
Caregiver
The ARC Of Southwest Georgia
02.2021 - 05.2022
Cashier
Cinnabon
01.2018 - 04.2020
Practical Nursing - Licensed Practical Nursing
Albany Technical College
Associate of Applied Science - Nursing
Albany State University
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