LANKIA LARTEY
Champlin,Minnesota
Summary
Seasoned Registered Nurse with a proven track record at Hennepin Healthcare, excelling in patient education and IV management. Demonstrates strong clinical judgment and culturally-sensitive care, significantly enhancing patient satisfaction. Skilled in leading nursing staff and improving processes, adept at delivering high-quality, compassionate care across diverse patient populations.
Overview
14
14
years of professional experience
Work History
Registered Nurse
HennepinHealthcare
Minneapolis, MN
11.2014 - Current
- Documented patient progress notes accurately and efficiently in the electronic medical record system.
- Assessed and monitored patient health, vital signs, and symptoms to identify any changes in condition.
- Achieved departmental goals and objectives by instituting new processes and standards for in-patient care.
- Assessed patient conditions, monitored behaviors and updated supervising physicians with observations and concerns.
- Helped patients and families feel comfortable during challenging and stressful situations, promoting recovery and reducing compliance issues.
- Provided direct patient care services such as wound care, medication administration, IV therapy, and patient education.
- Delivered information regarding care and medications to patients and caregivers in comprehendible terminology.
- Educated patients on disease processes and treatments to promote understanding of their conditions.
- Administered oral, IV and intra-muscular medications and monitored patient reactions.
- Utilized computerized Resource and Patient Management System (RPMS) and Electronic Health Record (EHR) system.
- Advocated for patient needs with aninterdisciplinary team and implemented outlined treatment plans.
- Assessed and prepared patients for procedures, performing initial and ongoing patient assessments.
- Collaborated with physicians, nurses, therapists, social workers and other healthcare professionals to develop individualized treatment plans for each patient.
- Managed multiple cases simultaneously while demonstrating excellent time management skills.
- Monitored the progress of chronic illnesses such as diabetes and hypertension through regular checkups.
- Monitored diet, physical activity, behaviors and other patient factors to assess conditions and adjust treatment plans.
Registered Nurse
Park Nicollet Health System
St Louis Park, MN
09.2010 - Current
- Documented patient progress notes accurately and efficiently in the electronic medical record system.
- Demonstrated knowledge of current trends in nursing practices by attending continuing education classes or seminars.
- Provided patient and family health education focusing on self-management, prevention and wellness.
- Evaluated effectiveness of interventions through ongoing assessment of patient responses.
- Demonstrated ability to work independently as well as collaboratively within a team environment.
- Collaborated with doctors to plan post-treatment home care and prevent return hospitalization.
- Utilized critical thinking skills to assess clinical situations quickly and accurately.
- Recorded patient condition, vital signs, recovery progress and medication side effects.
- Stocked clinical workstations and procedure rooms with necessary supplies.
- Educated patients and families on health care needs, conditions, and options.
- Performed triage assessments of walk-in patients in a clinic setting.
- Maintained thorough, accurate and confidential documentation in electronic medical records.
- Monitored vital signs, administered injections, and provided assistance with medical procedures.
- Responded to emergency situations with speed, expertise and level-headed approaches to provide optimal care, support and life-saving interventions.
Forensic Nurse Examiner
Hennepin Healthcare System
Minnepolis, MN
03.2017 - 04.2020
- Drafted reports detailing findings from examinations for use by law enforcement and legal teams.
- Advocated for patient needs with interdisciplinary team and implemented outlined treatment plans.
- Conducted interviews with victims to gather information about their experience and medical history.
- Obtained consent forms from victims before performing medical exams or collecting evidence.
- Administered medications to treat injuries and prevent complications.
- Administered oral, IV and intra-muscular medications and monitored patient reactions.
- Utilized specialized equipment such as digital cameras or microscopes during forensic exams.
- Helped patients and families feel comfortable during challenging and stressful situations, promoting recovery and reducing compliance issues.
Education
Bachelor of Science - Nursing
Western Governors University
Salt Lake City, UT12-2017
Associate of Science - Nursing
Century College
White Bear Lake, MN12-2012
Bachelor of Arts - Public Relations And Organizational Communication
Metropolitan State University
Saint Paul, MN12-2010
Associate of Applied Science - Nursing Practice
Hennepin Technical College
Minneapolis, MN12-2006
Skills
- IV management
- Lab result interpretation
- Medical assessment
- Health care consultation
- Culturally-sensitive care
- Nursing staff leadership
- Vaccine administration
- Patient education and counseling
- Removing sutures
- Health screening
- Acute and rehabilitative care
- Advanced cardiac life support (ACLS) certification
- Licensed RN
- Taking vitals
- Patient satisfaction and process improvement
- Emergency response
- Data collection
- Patient monitoring
- Proper catheter insertion/removal
- Emergency procedures
- Follow-up calls
- Strong clinical judgment
Timeline
Forensic Nurse Examiner
Hennepin Healthcare System
03.2017 - 04.2020
Registered Nurse
HennepinHealthcare
11.2014 - Current
Registered Nurse
Park Nicollet Health System
09.2010 - Current
Bachelor of Science - Nursing
Western Governors University
Associate of Science - Nursing
Century College
Bachelor of Arts - Public Relations And Organizational Communication
Metropolitan State University
Associate of Applied Science - Nursing Practice
Hennepin Technical College
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