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LaTerrica McDowell

Delhi,LA

Summary

Experienced healthcare professional skilled in patient care, critical thinking, and communication. Strong focus on team collaboration and achieving optimal patient outcomes. Reliable and adaptable, ensuring efficient and compassionate care in dynamic environments. Equipped with expertise in medication administration, patient assessments, and care coordination.

Overview

5
5
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification

Work History

Licensed Practical Nurse

St. Francis Medical Center- Telemetry
07.2024 - Current
  • Assisted with admissions, appointments, transfers, and discharges.
  • Implemented infection control protocols, significantly reducing incidence of hospital-acquired infections.
  • Facilitated patient education on disease management and prevention, empowering individuals towards healthier lifestyles.

Licensed Practical Nurse

The Mansion At Colline Rouge- Drug Rehabilitation
05.2023 - 07.2024
  • Improved patient outcomes by administering medications, monitoring vital signs, and documenting relevant information.
  • Educated patients and families on health promotion, disease prevention, and self-care management strategies.
  • Gathered lab specimens, ordered testing, and interpreted results to diagnose patients.

Licensed Practical Nurse

West Carroll Memorial Hospital - Medical Surgical
12.2021 - 05.2023
  • Collaborated with interdisciplinary healthcare teams to ensure continuous quality improvement in patient care delivery.
  • Performed routine evaluations of each patient's status, needs, and preferences.
  • Assisted with admissions, appointments, transfers, and discharges.

Licensed Practical Nurse

Richwood Correctional Center
02.2021 - 11.2021
  • Improved patient outcomes by administering medications, monitoring vital signs, and documenting relevant information.
  • Cared for wounds, provided treatments, and assisted with procedures.
  • Performed routine evaluations of each patient's status, needs, and preferences.

Licensed Practical Nurse

Ochsner LSU Health- Family Medicine Clinic
10.2020 - 02.2021
  • Documented accurate and complete patient information to address patient problems and expected outcomes.
  • Facilitated efficient communication between patients, families, and healthcare providers to promote continuity of care across settings.
  • Delivered culturally competent care that respected diverse patient populations'' unique values, beliefs, and traditions.

Education

Bachelor of Science - Nursing

University of Louisiana At Monroe
Monroe, LA
05-2025

Vocational - Nursing

Louisiana Delta Community College
Monroe, LA
12.2018

Skills

  • Team collaboration
  • Time management
  • Adaptability and flexibility
  • Medication administration
  • IV therapy administration
  • Direct patient care

Certification

  • Basic Life Support, American Heart Association - Exp. 01/2027

Timeline

Licensed Practical Nurse

St. Francis Medical Center- Telemetry
07.2024 - Current

Licensed Practical Nurse

The Mansion At Colline Rouge- Drug Rehabilitation
05.2023 - 07.2024

Licensed Practical Nurse

West Carroll Memorial Hospital - Medical Surgical
12.2021 - 05.2023

Licensed Practical Nurse

Richwood Correctional Center
02.2021 - 11.2021

Licensed Practical Nurse

Ochsner LSU Health- Family Medicine Clinic
10.2020 - 02.2021

Bachelor of Science - Nursing

University of Louisiana At Monroe

Vocational - Nursing

Louisiana Delta Community College

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