Lakylia Ruffin
Como,MS
Summary
Compassionate and dedicated Student Practical Nurse (SPN) preparing for NCLEX PN with a strong commitment to providing safe, patient centered care. Brings experience serving in the Mississippi Army National Guard, supporting COVID 19 testing and vaccination efforts, and working effectively in fast paced environments. Passionate about helping others, collaborating with healthcare teams, and continuing to grow as a nursing professional.
Overview
1
1
Certification
7
7
years of professional experience
Work History
Sales Associate
Walmart
03.2023 - Current
- Delivered exceptional customer service
- Worked efficiently in a fast paced environment
- Cross trained in multiple departments
- Assisted customers while maintaining professionalism and organization
Chemical Equipment Repairer (91J)
Mississippi Army National Guard
02.2019 - Current
- Assisted with COVID 19 testing and vaccination operations during the public health response
- Helped improve patient flow during mass testing and vaccination events
- Demonstrated teamwork, leadership, adaptability, and professionalism
- Maintained accountability for equipment and mission readiness
- Worked effectively in fast paced, high pressure environments
Education
Practical Nursing Diploma - undefined
Northwest Mississippi Community College
Oxford, Mississippi08.2026
Associate of Arts - General Psychology
Northwest Mississippi Community College
Senatobia, MS05.2022
High School Diploma -
Madison Shannon Palmer High School
Marks, MS05.2019
Skills
- Patient Assessment
- Medication Administration
- Time management
- Patient Education
- Infection Prevention
- Documentation
- Electronic Medical Records
- Team Collaboration
- Effective Communication
- Critical Thinking
Certification
- Basic Life Support (BLS)
- IV Therapy Certification
- Tuberculosis Certification
Honors and Awards
National Defense Service Medal, Army Service Ribbon
Affiliations
National Association of Licensed Practical Nurses (NALPN)
Clinical Rotations
- Medical Surgical Nursing
- Long Term Care
- Rehabilitation
- Addiction Treatment
- Mental Health
Clinical Experience
- Assisted patients with activities of daily living
- Performed vital signs and patient assessments
- Monitored blood glucose levels
- Assisted with medication administration
- Maintained accurate documentation
- Practiced infection prevention and patient safety
- Collaborated with nurses and interdisciplinary healthcare teams
- Provided compassionate patient centered care
- Educated patients within the LPN scope of practice
Timeline
Sales Associate
Walmart
03.2023 - Current
Chemical Equipment Repairer (91J)
Mississippi Army National Guard
02.2019 - Current
Practical Nursing Diploma - undefined
Northwest Mississippi Community College
Associate of Arts - General Psychology
Northwest Mississippi Community College
High School Diploma -
Madison Shannon Palmer High School