Latrisha Carter
Thibodaux,LA
Summary
Licensed practical nurse, seeking a position in a stable work environment; allowing me to utilize my educational experience and passion, to promote growth within the company. Results driven and solution oriented; Able to prioritize, encourage creativity and higher order thinking to increase personal performance, profession in medical vocabulary, disease control protocols, quality support, and data entry. Proven leadership, analytical, organizational, research, problem solving, coordination, and conflict resolution skills.
Overview
9
9
years of professional experience
Work History
LPN
Egan Ochsner
Harahan, La
07.2023 - Current
- The provision of one-on-one care to patients in their homes.
- Responsible for coordinating and delivering quality patient care.
- Analyzes and reports patient conditions and needs to the supervisor or physician continuously.
- In a timely manner, record all activities, assessments, nursing actions, responses, and coordination of care.
LPN
ADVANTAGE MEDICAL STAFFING
Baton Rouge, LA
05.2019 - Current
- Provide basic healthcare to students in case of injury or acute illness.
- Develop health plans for students with chronic illnesses and disabilities.
- Educate students and staff on healthy habits, such as proper nutrition and hygiene.
- Detect health problems in early stages through regular screenings.
- Keep track of students’ vaccination records.
- Update students’ medical history.
- Ensure school environment is safe for children and school staff (e.g. prevention of communicable diseases)
- Write referrals for pediatricians and other health specialists.
- Ensure compliance with national and local health laws.
LPN
ASSUMPTION HEALTH AND REHAB
Napoleonville, LA
05.2017 - 05.2020
- Monitoring the physical and mental well-being of residents on a regular basis.
- Assist patient in administering prescribed medications and treatments according to MAR.
- Documenting medications using appropriate forms.
- Monitoring and recording patient health information, and providing basic patient care including monitoring vital signs, wound care, and inserting catheters.
- Obtain urine samples for testing as well as blood samples for routine laboratory tests.
- Maintain awareness of the comfort and safety needs of residents.
- Ensure that patients and family members are informed of the care provided and that their concerns are taken into consideration.
- Professionally, compassionately, and effectively communicate with patients, staff, and families.
Education
LPN - Associates
RIVER PARISH COMMUNITY COLLEGE
12.2015
Diploma - General Studies
ASSUMPTION HIGH SCHOOL
05.2006
Skills
Microsoft Office Suite Proficient (Word, Outlook, Excel, PowerPoint)
Data Entry
Administrative Assistant
Effective Communication
Analyst
Interpersonal Skills
Teamwork Management
Critical Thinking
Organization and Time Management
Payroll & Billing
IV Certification
BLS
Ventilator/Tracheotomy
Psych/Mental Health
Medication Administration
Vital signs
Geriatric/Pediatric
Timeline
LPN
Egan Ochsner
07.2023 - Current
LPN
ADVANTAGE MEDICAL STAFFING
05.2019 - Current
LPN
ASSUMPTION HEALTH AND REHAB
05.2017 - 05.2020
LPN - Associates
RIVER PARISH COMMUNITY COLLEGE
Diploma - General Studies
ASSUMPTION HIGH SCHOOL