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LaToya T. Pullings

Hampton,VA

Summary

Results-driven New RN graduate with a patient-oriented approach to delivering quality care in diverse healthcare settings. Demonstrated ability to efficiently complete tasks and build strong relationships with patients, caregivers, and colleagues to achieve optimal patient outcomes.

Overview

24
24
years of professional experience

Work History

Licensed Practical Nurse

VCU Health System
Williamsburg, VA
05.2021 - Current
  • Provided patient care in accordance with physicians' orders and nursing standards of practice.
  • 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.
  • 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.
  • Facilitated referrals for specialty services when necessary.
  • Coordinated scheduling of follow-up appointments with primary care providers.
  • Adhered to facility policies and procedures while providing quality nursing care.
  • Managed emergency situations promptly according to established protocols.
  • Administered prescribed medications or started intravenous fluids, noting times and amounts on patient charts.
  • Used sterile techniques to prepare patients for procedures.
  • Took temperatures or blood pressures, dressed wounds and provided other basic patient care or treatments.
  • Measured and recorded patient height, weight and other vital signs.
  • Maintained strict patient data procedures to comply with HIPAA laws and prevent information breaches.
  • Collected blood, urine or sputum from patients to perform routine laboratory tests.

Licensed Practical Nurse

Riverside Medical Group/ Internal Medicine
Williamsburg, VA
06.2018 - 05.2021
  • Completed physical assessments, recording vital signs
  • Executed patient care following physicians' directives
  • Executed treatments in line with predefined procedures
  • Maintained precise and current clinical documentation within the electronic medical record system.
  • Followed infection control protocols for a safe environment
  • Ensured referrals for required specialty services
  • Conformed to facility guidelines and protocols
  • Gathered comprehensive medical histories by interviewing patients
  • Coordinated dialogue among patients, families, and medical staff.
  • Collected biological samples for diagnostic support
  • Administered medications according to doctor’s orders
  • Explained procedures to ensure patient understanding
  • Handled patient inquiries to provide assistance

Licensed Practical Nurse

Riverside Medical Group/ Hampton Roads Neurology Specialists
Newport News, USA
04.2015 - 06.2018
  • Communicated lab results to patients
  • Ensured HIPPA ans OSHA compliance
  • Documented patient information obtained from interviews
  • Authorized drug refills and provided detailed prescription information to pharmacies
  • Performed daily inventory for controlled substances
  • Obtained authorizations for medications and office procedures
  • Scanned documentation and entered into database
  • B-12 Injections
  • Vital Signs
  • Botox reconstitution for injections

Licensed Practical Nurse/Nurse Manager

Gastroenterology Specialist, Inc
Hampton, USA
11.2012 - 04.2015
  • Performed lab test and communicated results
  • Instructed patients and family members on proper discharge care
  • Followed infection control procedures
  • Assisted doctor with colonoscopies, upper endoscopies
  • Authorized drug refills and provided detailed prescription information to pharmacies
  • Collected blood, tissue and other laboratory specimens
  • Medivator scope reprocessing
  • Endoscopy scheduling
  • IV Therapy
  • Counseling in health maintenance and disease management (Hepatitis C)
  • Obtained authorizations for medications and in office procedures
  • Insurance verification
  • Obtained vital signs

Patient Service Representative

Hampton Roads Orthopedics and Sports Medicine Open Mult-Positional MRI Center
Newport News, USA
09.2006 - 09.2009

Supply Management

United States Air Force
Cannon AFB, USA
04.2001 - 10.2003

Education

Associate of Applied Science - Nursing

Bryant And Stratton College - Newport News
Hampton, VA
08-2024

Practical Nursing Diploma - Nursing

ECPI University Medical Career Institute
06.2012

Skills

  • Professional bedside manner
  • Venipuncture/blood draw
  • Fast learner
  • Dependable
  • Healthcare billing
  • Medication administration
  • Patient Charting
  • Insurance Verification
  • Dedicated team player
  • Independent worker
  • Flexible
  • Samples collection
  • Compassionate Care
  • EKG administration
  • Multi-tasking and prioritization
  • Vital signs
  • EPIC EMR Software
  • HIPAA Compliance
  • Immunization Administration

References

References available upon request.

Timeline

Licensed Practical Nurse

VCU Health System
05.2021 - Current

Licensed Practical Nurse

Riverside Medical Group/ Internal Medicine
06.2018 - 05.2021

Licensed Practical Nurse

Riverside Medical Group/ Hampton Roads Neurology Specialists
04.2015 - 06.2018

Licensed Practical Nurse/Nurse Manager

Gastroenterology Specialist, Inc
11.2012 - 04.2015

Patient Service Representative

Hampton Roads Orthopedics and Sports Medicine Open Mult-Positional MRI Center
09.2006 - 09.2009

Supply Management

United States Air Force
04.2001 - 10.2003

Associate of Applied Science - Nursing

Bryant And Stratton College - Newport News

Practical Nursing Diploma - Nursing

ECPI University Medical Career Institute

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