Latoya Chestnut
Brownsville,TN
Overview
11
11
years of professional experience
Work History
School Nurse
Haywood County Board of Education
Brownsville, TN
08.2020 - 05.2024
- Provided health services to students, including first aid and administering medication.
- Attended professional development conferences related to pediatric nursing topics.
- Responded quickly to emergency situations involving student health issues.
- Investigated incidents of abuse or neglect reported by faculty members or other staff members.
- Conducted screenings for vision, hearing, growth, and physical development.
- Monitored immunization requirements for all enrolled students.
- Maintained accurate records of student health information.
- Coordinated with outside medical providers regarding student care.
Clinical Staff- LPN
Fast Pace Health
Brownsville, TN
02.2016 - 02.2021
- Performed routine laboratory tests including urinalysis, blood glucose monitoring and others.
- Administered medications orally, intravenously or intramuscularly depending on the prescription given by the doctor.
- Managed inventory levels of medical supplies within the unit ensuring adequate stock is always available.
- Maintained accurate medical records of each patient's health condition.
- Instructed patients and their families about disease prevention, proper nutrition, medication management and other health related topics.
- Assisted physicians with patient care by taking vital signs, administering injections and performing other nursing duties.
Charge Nurse
Crestview Health Care and Rehabilitation
Brownsville, TN
07.2013 - 02.2016
- Monitored vital signs, medication administration, and fluid balance for assigned patients.
- Implemented safety protocols when administering medications or performing treatments.
- Provided direct patient care, including assessments and treatments, to a variety of patients.
- Ensured compliance with infection control protocols throughout the facility.
- Assisted with admission and discharge planning for assigned patients.
- Delegated tasks appropriately among staff members according to their qualifications.
Education
Practical Nursing - Practical Nursing
Tennessee College of Applied Technology
Jackson, TN04-2013
Skills
- Medication Administration
- Epipen Administration
- Hearing and Vision Screening
- Acute Illness Recognition
- Decision-Making
- Minor Injury Treatment
- Student Health Evaluation
- Patient Assessments
- Nursing Consultation
- Documentation
- Vitals monitoring
Timeline
School Nurse
Haywood County Board of Education
08.2020 - 05.2024
Clinical Staff- LPN
Fast Pace Health
02.2016 - 02.2021
Charge Nurse
Crestview Health Care and Rehabilitation
07.2013 - 02.2016
Practical Nursing - Practical Nursing
Tennessee College of Applied Technology