LA'PRECIOUS KNOX
LOUISVILLE,KENTUCKY
Summary
Hardworking and compassionate Daisy Award nominated Registered Nurse experienced with extraordinary patient care, critical thinking, and effective communication. Proven to remain calm under pressure and skillfully handle difficult patients and high stress situations. Utilizes medical knowledge to support patient recovery and manage complex conditions. Strong understanding of healthcare protocols and compassionate care delivery. Eager to contribute to team success and organizational objectives with dedication and enthusiasm.
Overview
8
8
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Registered Nurse
Norton Brownsboro Hospital
Louisville, KY
08.2024 - Current
- Administered medications and monitored patient responses to ensure safety and efficacy.
- Developed and implemented individualized care plans based on patient assessments and needs.
- Collaborated with interdisciplinary teams to coordinate comprehensive patient care strategies.
- Assisted in the training and mentorship of new nursing staff members, contributing to a positive work environment and high-quality patient care.
- Prevented the spread of infections by consistently adhering to strict infection control protocols and educating patients on proper hygiene practices.
- Conducted thorough patient assessments to identify changes in condition, promptly notifying physicians and initiating appropriate interventions when necessary.
- Managed patients recovering from medical or surgical procedures.
- Documented treatments delivered, medications and IVs administered, discharge instructions, and follow-up care.
Licensed Pharmacy Technician
Walgreens
Louisville, Kentucky
09.2017 - Current
- Assists with medication dispensing, labeling, and packaging of over 500 prescriptions daily.
- Calculated dosage and reduced medication errors by cross-checking medications against patients'' profiles before dispensing.
- Trained new technicians on proper procedures and best practices for high quality service.
- Promoted a safe work environment by adhering to strict safety protocols when handling hazardous materials and disposing of expired medications.
- Ensured compliance with state and federal regulations by maintaining accurate records of controlled substances.
- Oversaw inventory management, maintaining optimal stock levels and minimizing waste.
- Assisted in reducing medication errors through meticulous attention to detail when labeling prescription bottles.
Outpatient Receptionist Volunteer
Mindset Resolutions
Louisville, KY
05.2023 - Current
- Collected vital signs and urine samples reporting changes to the correct personnel.
- Managed calendars, scheduling appointments and preventing conflicts effectively.
- Processed medical insurance claims and payments.
- Answered phone promptly, directing incoming calls or taking messages as needed.
Christmas Toy Drive Volunteer
Mindset Resolutions
Louisville, KY
12.2023 - 12.2023
- Assisted with special events and programs.
- Maintained clean, neat, and operational facilities to serve over 50 kids and their families.
- Supported engaging, fun, and smooth-running events by helping with organization and planning.
- Used strong interpersonal communication skills to convey information to others.
Education
Associate of Applied Science - Nursing
Jefferson Community And Technical College
Louisville, KY05.2024
Associate of Science -
Jefferson Community And Technical College
Louisville, KY12.2020
Skills
- Attention to Detail
- Effective Medication Administration
- Infection Control
- Sterile Technique
- Teamwork
- Patient Safety
- Multitasking
- Documentation Experience with Epic and Cerner
- Surgical Preparation
- Postoperative Care
- Administration of Blood Transfusions
- Effective and Therapeutic Communication
Certification
- RN- Registered Nurse KY - [06/2024- Present]
- CPhT- Certified Pharmacy Technician KY - [11/2021- Present]
- Basic Life Support- Exp. [03/2026]
Timeline
Registered Nurse
Norton Brownsboro Hospital
08.2024 - Current
Christmas Toy Drive Volunteer
Mindset Resolutions
12.2023 - 12.2023
Outpatient Receptionist Volunteer
Mindset Resolutions
05.2023 - Current
Licensed Pharmacy Technician
Walgreens
09.2017 - Current
Associate of Applied Science - Nursing
Jefferson Community And Technical College
Associate of Science -
Jefferson Community And Technical College
Clinical Experience
Registered Nurse
Norton Brownsboro Hospital
08/2024-Present
Key Qualification and Responsibilities
- Demonstrated nursing judgment in patient's declining in health
- Conducted generalized and thorough assessments
- Monitoring of cardiac rhythms and vital signs
- Drawing labs and placing peripheral IVs
- Performing procedures requiring sterile technique
- Ensuring accurate documentation and charting
- Collection and accurate labeling of various specimen collections
- Management and frequent assessments of chest tubes, foley catheters, wounds and surgical sites
Student Nurse
Veteran Affairs Hospital, Louisville, KY
03/2024-04/2024
Key Qualifications and Responsibilities
- Identified time management and prioritization strategies
- Provided colostomy cleaning
- Assisted with wound cleaning and dressing changes
- Demonstrated medication administration via gastrostomy tube
Student Nurse
Baptist Hospital, Louisville, KY
01/2023-03/2023
Key Qualifications and Responsibilities
- Demonstrated teamwork and patient safety to provide a risk-free environment for the patients and staff.
- Tracheostomy suctioning and cleaning
- Identified pressure ulcer risks and interventions to reduce them
- Maintained sterile technique with urinary catheter insertion under nurse supervision
Community Engagement
Outpatient Receptionist Volunteer- Mindset Resolutions
Louisville, KY
05/2023- Present
- Collected vital signs and urine samples reporting changes to the correct personnel.
- Managed calendars, scheduling appointments and preventing conflicts effectively.
- Processed medical insurance claims and payments.
- Answered phones promptly, directing incoming calls or taking messages as needed.
Christmas Toy Drive Volunteer- Mindset Resolutions
Louisville, KY
05/2023
- Assisted with special events and programs.
- Maintained clean, neat, and operational facilities to serve program needs.
- Supported engaging, fun, and smooth-running events by helping with organization and planning.
- Used strong interpersonal communication skills to convey information to others.