Lashanta Calhoun

Deliver medicated-assisted treatment for withdrawals and cravings. Administer required lab tests, including vital signs and TB tests. Dispense medications per physician orders and document dosages accurately. Perform daily inventory counts of medication supplies.

• Participated in staff training sessions to enhance knowledge of dosing procedures and best practices.
• Delivered effective medication-assisted treatment to enhance recovery outcomes.
• Administered lab tests, ensuring compliance with health protocols.
• Recorded medication dosages accurately in medical records.
• Conducted daily inventory checks to maintain medication supply.

Deliver direct patient care and support daily living activities. Obtain vital signs, including blood glucose levels, for monitoring health status. Collaborate with physicians and care team to address residents' needs. Administer medications and treatments, including tube feedings and IV infusions, while monitoring for adverse reactions.

• Delivered direct patient care ensuring comfort and safety
• Demonstrated excellent technical skills in wound dressing changes, IV therapy administration, catheter insertion, and other routine nursing procedures
• Collaborated with interdisciplinary team to enhance resident outcomes.
• Administered medications accurately, adhering to safety protocols

Deliver direct patient care in home setting. Collaborate with physicians, RNs, and care team to address patients' needs. Reported changes in patient condition to medical staff. Maintain accurate and timely documentation.

• Facilitated effective communication among interdisciplinary teams.
• Ensured comprehensive medication reviews during visits.
• Executed medical procedures as prescribed by physicians.
• Educated patients and caregivers on health management and wellness strategies effectively.
• Implemented infection control protocols, enhancing patient safety measures consistently.

Set up, test, and operate hemodialysis machines for patient treatments. Evaluate vascular access and perform cannulation. Document pre- and post-treatment vital signs and weight. Collect and prepare lab samples per specifications. Monitor patient responses to therapy and report significant condition changes to supervisor and RN for timely intervention.

• Operate hemodialysis machines for optimal patient care.
• Evaluated and managed vascular access for safe treatment delivery.
• Ensured accurate documentation of vital signs and patient data.
• Collected and processed lab samples adhering to protocols.
• Educated patients on kidney health management and treatment options to enhance understanding.

Review and ensure accuracy of physicians' orders; notify pharmacy for refills. Chart medication administration and monitor residents' treatment profiles for compliance. Track blood glucose levels using glucose meter and document accurately. Obtain and record vital signs and monthly weights.

• Ensured compliance with medication protocols, improving patient safety.
• Maintained accurate records, enhancing communication with healthcare teams.
• Streamlined refills process, reducing delays in medication availability.
• Assisted in daily living activities, ensuring comfort and dignity for residents.

Administer medications per physician prescription while adhering to the six rights of Medication Pass. Observed and document patient condition changes, promptly reporting concerns to physician, CRNP, and RN.

• Supervised daily operations of CNAs to ensure optimal patient care and safety protocols.
• Input medical orders into the system as directed by physician and CRNP.
• Trained new nurses in proper techniques, care standards, operational procedures, and safety protocols.
• Evaluated nursing practices for compliance with regulatory standards, identifying areas for training and development.
• Demonstrated excellent technical skills in wound care changes, catheter insertion, and other routine nursing procedures.