LaTina McHenry
Camden,AR
Summary
Organized and knowledgeable Registered Nurse experienced in treating and caring for patients. Successful in providing fast and accurate assessments and working calmly under pressure. Recognized for collaborating well with doctors to maintain top-notch healthcare practices. Driven Registered Nurse with 4 months of experience caring for patients within clinic and long term care and rehab setting. Smoothly deliver comprehensive patient care and delegate tasks according to patient needs and personnel skillsets. Dedicated to providing top quality care within multidisciplinary team environment. Driven Registered Nurse with 4 months of experience caring for patients within clinic and long term care and rehab setting. Smoothly deliver comprehensive patient care and delegate tasks according to patient needs and personnel skillsets. Dedicated to providing top quality care within multidisciplinary team environment. Driven Registered Nurse with 4 months experience caring for patients within clinic and long term care and rehab setting. Smoothly deliver comprehensive patient care and delegate tasks according to patient needs and personnel skillsets. Dedicated to providing top quality care within multidisciplinary team environment. Experienced nursing professional bringing demonstrated clinical expertise, leadership skills and technical knowledge. Proficient in updating charts, monitoring medications and working with multidisciplinary teams to optimize patient care. Quality-driven and efficient with strong interpersonal abilities. Highly-motivated employee with desire to take on new challenges. Strong worth ethic, adaptability and exceptional interpersonal skills. Adept at working effectively unsupervised and quickly mastering new skills. Hardworking employee with customer service, multitasking and time management abilities. Devoted to giving every customer a positive and memorable experience. Responsible and motivated student ready to apply education in the workplace. Offers excellent technical abilities with software and applications, ability to handle challenging work, and excellent time management skills.
Overview
11
11
years of professional experience
Work History
RN Floor Nurse
Springs of Camden
Camden, AR
06.2023 - Current
- Provided patient care and education to patients with chronic illnesses.
- Assessed, planned, implemented and evaluated nursing care for assigned patients.
- Administered medications and treatments according to physician orders.
- Monitored vital signs, administered injections, and provided assistance with medical procedures.
- Documented patient progress notes accurately and efficiently in the electronic medical record system.
- Collaborated with physicians, nurses, therapists, social workers and other healthcare professionals to develop individualized treatment plans for each patient.
- Instructed patients on proper self-care techniques at home following discharge from the hospital.
- Utilized critical thinking skills to assess clinical situations quickly and accurately.
- Counseled patients regarding medication side effects or lifestyle changes necessary for improved health outcomes.
- Provided emotional support and comfort to families during difficult times.
- Maintained a safe environment for all patients by adhering to infection control policies and procedures.
- Adhered to infection control procedures to facilitate safe, clean patient environment.
- Evaluated patients, recognized and addressed complications and coordinated treatment with other members of critical care team.
Rn Care Coordinator
Ouachita Valley Family Clinic
Camden, AR
06.2012 - Current
- Conducted assessments of patients to determine their medical, functional, and psychosocial needs.
- Provided patient education on disease processes, treatment plans, medications, and lifestyle modifications.
- Participated in interdisciplinary team meetings to discuss care plans for individual patients.
- Coordinated referrals for specialty services and provided follow-up with providers as needed.
- Developed comprehensive care plans that addressed the physical, mental health, social service and discharge planning needs of each patient.
- Collaborated with physicians and other healthcare professionals to ensure quality patient care outcomes.
- Identified potential barriers to effective care delivery and developed strategies to address them.
- Monitored patients' progress towards established goals through regular chart reviews and interactions with staff members.
- Maintained accurate records of all patient encounters including clinical notes, test results, treatments, medications prescribed and any changes in condition.
- Facilitated communication between healthcare team members regarding patient status updates.
- Educated families about available resources within the community that may assist with meeting their loved one's long term care needs.
- Assisted in resolving conflicts between clinicians in order to facilitate timely resolution of complex cases.
- Managed caseloads consisting of high risk patients requiring specialized interventions or monitoring.
LPN
Ouachita Nursing and Rehabilitation Center
Camden, AR
09.2019 - 01.2021
- Performed physical assessments, including vital signs and health history documentation.
- Provided patient care in accordance with physicians' orders and nursing standards of practice.
- Assisted patients with personal hygiene activities such as bathing, dressing, eating, grooming, and toileting needs.
- Administered medications and treatments according to established protocols.
- Observed changes in patient's condition and reported any significant changes to the registered nurse or physician.
- Monitored vital signs, fluid intake and output levels, glucose levels, and other medical tests results.
- Educated patients on disease prevention and management strategies for their individual conditions.
- Maintained a safe environment by following infection control policies and procedures.
- Ensured that all clinical documentation is accurate and up-to-date in the electronic medical record system.
- Communicated effectively with patients, family members, healthcare team members, and other stakeholders regarding patient care plans or concerns.
- Provided emotional support to patients dealing with illness or injury related issues.
- Assisted with admissions and discharges of patients from hospital units or long-term care facilities.
- Instructed patients on proper use of equipment such as wheelchairs or walkers.
- Collaborated with physicians to develop individualized care plans for each patient.
- Conducted regular rounds to assess the status of assigned patients.
- Adhered to facility policies and procedures while providing quality nursing care.
- Assessed patient complaints accurately and provided appropriate interventions.
- Managed emergency situations promptly according to established protocols.
- Communicated concerns regarding patients' status, care and environment to nursing supervisors, clinical care supervisors and case managers.
- Looked for physical, emotional and symptomatic changes in patient condition and obtained necessary care for medical concerns.
- Monitored patient's respiration activity, blood pressure and blood glucose levels in response to medical administration.
LPN
Pine Hills Nursing and Rehabilitation Center
Camden , AR
11.2012 - 11.2016
- Performed physical assessments, including vital signs and health history documentation.
- Provided patient care in accordance with physicians' orders and nursing standards of practice.
- Assisted patients with personal hygiene activities such as bathing, dressing, eating, grooming, and toileting needs.
- Administered medications and treatments according to established protocols.
- Observed changes in patient's condition and reported any significant changes to the registered nurse or physician.
- Monitored vital signs, fluid intake and output levels, glucose levels, and other medical tests results.
- Educated patients on disease prevention and management strategies for their individual conditions.
- Ensured that all clinical documentation is accurate and up-to-date in the electronic medical record system.
- Maintained a safe environment by following infection control policies and procedures.
- Communicated effectively with patients, family members, healthcare team members, and other stakeholders regarding patient care plans or concerns.
- Provided emotional support to patients dealing with illness or injury related issues.
- Assisted with admissions and discharges of patients from hospital units or long-term care facilities.
- Participated in interdisciplinary team meetings for coordination of patient care plans.
- Instructed patients on proper use of equipment such as wheelchairs or walkers.
- Collaborated with physicians to develop individualized care plans for each patient.
- Facilitated referrals for specialty services when necessary.
- Educated clients, patients and caregivers on medical diagnoses, treatment options, chronic disease self-management and wound management.
- Assembled and used catheters, tracheotomy tubes or oxygen suppliers.
- Prepared patients for examinations, tests or treatments and explained procedures.
- Administered prescribed medications or started intravenous fluids, noting times and amounts on patients' charts.
- Counseled clients, patients and families and provided emotional and psychosocial support.
- Provided pre- and post-operative nursing care.
- Performed triage to maximum team productivity and effectiveness.
- Prepared or examined food trays for conformance to prescribed diet.
- Collected biological samples from patients and performed routine lab tests to support diagnosis.
- Collected biological samples for routine laboratory testing to assist diagnostic processes.
Education
Associate of Applied Science - RN
Southern Arkansas University Tech
Camden, AR07.2022
Associate of Applied Science - Nursing LPN
Southern Arkansas University Tech
Camden, AR06.2011
Associate of Science - Nursing
Southern Arkansas University Tech
Camden, AR05.2010
Associate of Arts - Nursing Assistance
Southern Arkansas University Tech
Camden, AR05.2002
High School Diploma -
Camden Fairview High School
Camden, AR05.1992
Skills
- Supply Restocking
- Chart Updating
- Patient Management
- Case Management
- Nursing Staff Leadership
- Culturally-Sensitive Care
- Diabetes Management
- Chronic Disease Management
- Emergency Response
- Infectious Disease Control
- Mobility Assistance
- ADL Assistance
- Wound Care
- Appointment Scheduling
- Electronic Health Records Management
- Family Education
- Feeding Assistance
- Medication and IV Administration
- Intake and Discharge
- Patient Assessments
- Tracheostomy Care
- Patient Relations
- Long-Term Care
- Licensed RN
- Medication Administration
- Collecting Vitals
- Body Mechanics Knowledge
- Epic EHR Management
- Medical Evaluation
- Taking Vitals
- Call Triaging
- HIPAA Education
- Compassionate STD Care and Counselor
- Patient care
- Patient care and confidentiality
- Returns policy understanding
- Equipment care
- Patient-focused care
Quote
There is a powerful driving force inside every human being that, once unleashed, can make any vision, dream, or desire a reality.
Tony Robbins
Timeline
RN Floor Nurse
Springs of Camden
06.2023 - Current
LPN
Ouachita Nursing and Rehabilitation Center
09.2019 - 01.2021
LPN
Pine Hills Nursing and Rehabilitation Center
11.2012 - 11.2016
Rn Care Coordinator
Ouachita Valley Family Clinic
06.2012 - Current
Associate of Applied Science - RN
Southern Arkansas University Tech
Associate of Applied Science - Nursing LPN
Southern Arkansas University Tech
Associate of Science - Nursing
Southern Arkansas University Tech
Associate of Arts - Nursing Assistance
Southern Arkansas University Tech
High School Diploma -
Camden Fairview High School
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