Lakeisha Earvin-Patterson
Memphis,TN
Summary
Dedicated LPN committed to providing optimal patient care and support while assisting medical staff with meeting critical needs. Skilled in collecting specimens, cleaning rooms, managing dietary needs, and administering medication. Excellent communication and organizational skills combined with dependable, forward-thinking approach. Newly compassionate Licensed Practical Nurse in medical procedures, including sample collection and infection control. Meticulous regard for detail and accuracy with strong follow-through and administrative skills. Maintains composure and makes accurate decisions in fast-paced, unpredictable and stressful environments. History of interfacing seamlessly with doctors, specialized support services, patients and visiting families.
Overview
16
16
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Licensed Practical Nurse
Brightmore of East Memphis
Memphis , TN
09.2023 - Current
- Assessed patients' health conditions and monitored changes in their condition.
- Provided patient care plans, treatments, and medications according to physicians' orders.
- Supervised the activities of other nursing staff members and provided guidance when necessary.
- Ensured all safety protocols were followed during patient care.
- Performed routine checks on equipment used for patient care.
- Communicated effectively with patients, families, colleagues, and other healthcare professionals.
- Coordinated shift schedules and assigned duties to LPNs and CNAs based on qualifications.
- Responded promptly to emergency situations as needed.
Licensed Practical Nurse
Kirby Pines Retirement Community
Memphis , TN
05.2021 - Current
- Assessed patients' health conditions and monitored changes in their condition.
- Provided patient care plans, treatments, and medications according to physicians' orders.
- Supervised the activities of other nursing staff members and provided guidance when necessary.
- Maintained accurate medical records and updated them regularly.
- Ensured all safety protocols were followed during patient care.
- Communicated effectively with patients, families, colleagues, and other healthcare professionals.
- Identified potential problems or risks that could affect patient outcomes.
- Responded promptly to emergency situations as needed.
Certified Nursing Assistant
Kirby Pines Retirement Community
Memphis, TN
08.2011 - Current
- Responded to patient alarms and needs-assessment requests to identify course of treatment.
- Documented patient intake and dietary requirements, also assisting with feeding and monitoring.
- Conducted routine checks on standard patient vitals, including blood pressure, blood sugar and heart rate.
- Assisted patients with shaving, bathing and oral hygiene to promote healthy habits and overall wellness.
- Managed and maintained patient rooms, shared-living areas and nursing stations.
- Engaged with patient family and friends to provide courteous, efficient visit experience.
- Facilitated activities of daily living, including personal hygiene management, feeding and ambulation.
- Delivered nursing assistance to residents in 60-bed Long Term care facility.
Certified Nursing Assistant
Liberty Nursing Centers
Indianola, MS
05.2008 - 05.2011
- Documented patient intake and dietary requirements, also assisting with feeding and monitoring.
- Conducted routine checks on standard patient vitals, including blood pressure, blood sugar and heart rate.
- Assisted patients with shaving, bathing and oral hygiene to promote healthy habits and overall wellness.
- Used mobility devices and lift equipment to transport patients.
- Exhibited compassionate care and communication regarding issues surrounding death and dying.
Education
Some College (No Degree) - Nursing
Mississippi Delta Community College
Moorhead, MSCertified Nursing Assistant - Certified Nursing Aide
Mississippi Friends Of Children
Belzoni, MS02.2008
License Practical Nursing - Nursing
Tennessee College Of Applied Technology - Covington
Covington, TN10.2020
Skills
- Able to lift 50 pounds
- Patient relations
- Collecting vital signs
- Preparing meals
- Infection control procedures
- Quality Improvement
- Care Plan Development
- Emergency Care
- Geriatric Care
- Medical Chart Management
- Verbal and Written Communication
- Physical Assessments
- HIPAA Compliance
- Quick problem solver
- Valid TN driver's license
- Assisting with personal grooming
- Healthcare platforms
- Samples collection
- Assisting physicians
- Counting narcotics
- Caring for wounds
- Documenting incidents
Affiliations
- Member, National Technical Honor Society
Certification
- CNA License
- License Practical Nurse
Memory Care Charge Nurse
- Care Plan
- Geriatric
- Supervisor
- Charting Medical Documentation
- ADL’s
- Collecting Specimens
Timeline
Licensed Practical Nurse
Brightmore of East Memphis
09.2023 - Current
Licensed Practical Nurse
Kirby Pines Retirement Community
05.2021 - Current
Certified Nursing Assistant
Kirby Pines Retirement Community
08.2011 - Current
Certified Nursing Assistant
Liberty Nursing Centers
05.2008 - 05.2011
Some College (No Degree) - Nursing
Mississippi Delta Community College
Certified Nursing Assistant - Certified Nursing Aide
Mississippi Friends Of Children
License Practical Nursing - Nursing
Tennessee College Of Applied Technology - Covington
- CNA License
- License Practical Nurse
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