Lagina Tharpe
Smyrna,Tennessee
Summary
Compassionate and dedicated Licensed Practical Nurse with 7 years of experience in providing high-quality patient care in diverse healthcare settings, now transitioning into a Registered Nurse role. Proficient in assisting with patient assessments, administering medications, and delivering hands-on support to ensure optimal health outcomes. Demonstrated ability to communicate effectively with patients, families and healthcare teams, fostering a collaborative environment. Committed to promoting patient education and wellness while adhering to the highest standards of safety and ethical practices. Eager to leverage my skills and expertise to contribute to a a patient-centered healthcare team.
Overview
7
7
years of professional experience
Work History
Licensed Practical Nurse
TriStar Southern Hills Medical Center
12.2024 - 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.
Licensed Practical Nurse
Tristar Skyline Medical Center
09.2021 - 12.2024
- Documented accurate and complete patient information to address patient problems and expected outcomes.
- Demonstrated excellent technical skills in wound dressing changes, IV therapy administration, catheter insertion, and other routine nursing procedures.
- Managed patient care through closely monitoring respiration, blood pressure, and blood glucose levels.
- Facilitated efficient communication between patients, families, and healthcare providers to promote continuity of care across settings.
Licensed Practical Nurse
All Hearts Homecare
11.2019 - 09.2021
- Obtained patient vital signs and input/output measurements from inpatients.
- Performed routine evaluations of each patient's status, needs, and preferences.
- Adapted quickly to changing patient needs, adjusting care plans accordingly to ensure optimal outcomes in diverse clinical scenarios.
- Comforted and counseled patients and families throughout care process.
- Collaborated with interdisciplinary team of healthcare and social service providers to address patients' needs through effective intervention and care planning.
- Assisted with feeding and monitored intake to help patients achieve nutritional objectives.
Licensed Practical Nurse
AHC
08.2018 - 11.2019
- Managed time-sensitive tasks effectively under pressure while maintaining composure during critical situations or emergencies.
- Administered controlled narcotics, inserted IVs, and performed catheterizations.
- Provided compassionate palliative care for terminally ill patients while supporting their emotional needs during end-of-life stages.
- Mentored new nursing staff to enhance professional development opportunities within the team dynamic.
- Monitored, tracked, and conveyed important patient information to healthcare staff to help optimize treatment planning and care delivery.
- Used aseptic techniques to provide sterilized wound care and dressing applications.
- Delivered updates in patient status to charge nurse, recording changes in medical records.
- Offered immediate assistance in emergency and routine paging situations to evaluate needs and deliver care.
- Delivered culturally competent care that respected diverse patient populations'' unique values, beliefs, and traditions.
Education
Associate of Science - Nursing
Galen College of Nursing
Nashville, TN07-2025
No Degree - Practical Nursing
Tennessee College of Applied Technology
Paris, TN04-2018
Skills
- Medication administration
- Direct patient care
- Vital signs monitoring
- HIPAA compliance
- Compassionate care
- Clinical judgment
- Patient care
- Documentation accuracy
- Medication dispensing
- Patient assessments
Timeline
Licensed Practical Nurse
TriStar Southern Hills Medical Center
12.2024 - Current
Licensed Practical Nurse
Tristar Skyline Medical Center
09.2021 - 12.2024
Licensed Practical Nurse
All Hearts Homecare
11.2019 - 09.2021
Licensed Practical Nurse
AHC
08.2018 - 11.2019
Associate of Science - Nursing
Galen College of Nursing
No Degree - Practical Nursing
Tennessee College of Applied Technology
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