LATRISHA EVANS
LVN/LPN
Denton,TX
Summary
United States Marine Corps veteran with valuable skills for the nursing field. Self-discipline, organization, integrity, interpersonal, analytical, and investigative skills prepared for various nursing roles, including acute, sub-acute, and long-term care for patients of all ages. Excel in documenting and securing sensitive patient information. Proficient in electronic documentation systems with a knack for organizing important documents. Ability to simplify complex information for effective patient and family teaching. Prioritize quality patient care and outcomes. Licensed Vocational Nurse with robust patient care skills and comprehensive understanding of medical procedures. Adaptability to varying clinical environments while maintaining high standards and delivering results. Proven ability to collaborate effectively with healthcare teams for quality patient outcomes and seamless operational flow. Skilled in patient assessment, administering medication, and maintaining accurate medical records with a strong emphasis on empathy and reliability.
Overview
28
28
years of professional experience
Work History
LVN/LPN Skilled Units Charge Nurse
Renaissance Care Center
05.2024 - 10.2024
- Administered medications accurately and in a timely manner, ensuring proper treatment for various conditions
- Make CNA assignments to ensure even distribution based on work load and acuity
- Performed routine evaluations of each patient's status, needs, and preferences.
- Monitored vital signs and assessed patients regularly, swiftly identifying any changes in condition and addressing concerns promptly.
- Documented accurate and complete patient information to address patient problems and expected outcomes
- Promoted a positive work environment among nursing staff through collaboration, open communication, and support.
- Provided high-quality wound care, reducing the risk of infection and promoting timely healing.
- Managed time efficiently during busy shifts by multitasking effectively without compromising quality of care.
- Managed patient care through closely monitoring respiration, blood pressure, and blood glucose levels.
- Mentored new LVN hires through the orientation process, sharing expertise to support their integration into the team successfully.
- Streamlined documentation processes by maintaining accurate medical records through electronic charting systems.
- Maintained thorough knowledge of emergency procedures, effectively responding to urgent situations when required.
- Educated patients and their families on disease management, medication administration, and at-home care techniques, empowering them to take control of their health.
- Continuously pursued professional development opportunities to stay current on best practices in the nursing field, ensuring optimal patient outcomes.
- Facilitated efficient patient admissions, transfers, and discharges while maintaining clear communication with all parties involved.
- Provided emotional support to patients and their families during difficult times, fostering trust and rapport with those under my care.
- Contributed to infection control measures by adhering to strict hygiene protocols and educating staff on best practices.
- Administered controlled narcotics, inserted IVs, and performed catheterizations.
- Assisted with feeding and monitored intake to help patients achieve nutritional objectives.
- Used aseptic techniques to provide sterilized wound care and dressing applications.
- Educated patients and caregivers on medical diagnoses, treatment options, chronic disease self-management and wound management.
- Gathered lab specimens, ordered testing, and interpreted results to diagnose patients.
- Utilized critical thinking skills to make sound clinical decisions in high-pressure situations, minimizing risks and ensuring patient safety.
- Provided compassionate end-of-life care, supporting patients and their families through difficult times.
- Promoted continuity of care by thoroughly documenting shift-to-shift communication in nursing reports.
- Delivered direct quality care to patients by evaluating medical conditions and managing and assessing treatments.
Home Health LVN
Premier Healthcare
12.2016 - 05.2024
- Skilled nurse visits Dallas/ Fort Worth areas and further manage wound care, wound vacs and chronic wounds
- Communicate with the provider that the patient is ready and give a brief verbalization of symptoms and abnormal vitals
- Follows patients care plan
- Maintain and manage in home IV therapy, PICC line, midline maintenance Central lines, all type a dialysis accesses
- Administer and document medication as directed by the provider
- Draw/ Obtain blood, urine, fecal labs and call back Physician and patient with lab results
- Prepare, clean, and maintain all equipment and supplies
- Provide SNV within Policies and procedures guidelines
Charge Nurse
Jedy Network
06.2021 - 11.2022
- Travel contracts with Jedy Nursing Home Facilities in New York and Kansas
- Advocated for patient needs, resulting in improved patient outcomes and satisfaction.
- Quickly responded to situations impacting safety and security to unit, actualizing crisis prevention interventions to control and de-escalate situations.
- Explained course of care and medication side effects to patients and caregivers in easy-to-understand terms.
- Evaluated patient histories, complaints, and current symptoms.
- Performed frequent checks on life support equipment and made necessary adjustments to preserve optimal patient conditions.
- Administered medications accurately and in a timely manner, ensuring proper treatment for various conditions.
- Monitored vital signs and assessed patients regularly, swiftly identifying any changes in condition and addressing concerns promptly.
- Trained new nurses in proper techniques, care standards, operational procedures, and safety protocols.
LVN/LPN
Loyal Source
09.2021 - 01.2022
- Camp Atterbury, Indiana Government contract with high level clearance in order to provide medical care in a clinical environment
- Including OB/GYN, Pediatric, Adult immunizations/vaccinations and medical care for various treatments for the sick and the healthy
- Adults, Pediatric, OB/GYN and Geriatric
- Case management, clinic Nurse
- Lab draws
- Immunizations
- Organized and detail-oriented with a strong work ethic.
- Demonstrated strong organizational and time management skills while managing multiple projects.
LPN: Per Diem
Hunter Healthcare
12.2016 - 01.2022
- Manage wound care, wound vacs and chronic wounds
- Communicate with the provider PCP/Nurse Practitioners patient status and giving a brief summarization of symptoms, abnormal vitals and/or labs
- Follows patients care plan
- Maintain and manage in home IV therapy, PICC line, midline maintenance Central lines, all types of dialysis accesses
- Administer and document medication as directed by the provider
- Draw/ Obtain labs and call back Physician and patient with lab results
- Prepare, clean, and maintain all equipment and supplies
- Provide SNV within Policies and procedures guidelines
LVN: Per Diem
Supplemental Healthcare
12.2009 - 03.2010
- Working with Mentally and physically challenged and Disabled clients of all ages
- Provide direct patient care in a correctional setting
- Work with nursing and other medical staff to ensure patient is receiving excellent medical care
- Follows patients care plan
- Administer medications using proper techniques, procedures and approved routes of administration
- Maintains cleanliness of unit
- Assist patients during emergency situations by assessing the situation and working within nursing scope of practice to resolve emergencies in a timely manner
LVN/L{N
Favorite Staffing
02.2001 - 01.2010
- Per diem assignments at but not limited to: Methodist Dallas Hospital, Methodist Charlton Hospital Presbyterian Dallas, Parkland Hospital Dallas Baylor of Garland, Baylor of Grapevine, Baylor of Dallas LVN floor Nurse Medical/Surgical Admissions/ Triage/ Telemetry Nurse/ Surgical/ Orthopedic/ Transplant floors/ IV Float Team/ COVID-19 vaccinations
- Implement physicians’ orders, administer medications, start IVs, perform treatments, procedures and special tests, and document treatment as required by company policy and local/state/federal rules and regulations
- Order, interpret, and evaluate diagnostic tests to identify and assess patients’ conditions
- Assess and evaluate patients' needs for, and responses to, care rendered
- Apply sound nursing judgment in patient care management decisions
- Provide primary and emergency care for occupational and non-occupational injuries and illnesses
- Phlebotomy, draw/collect blood for labs ordered by physician
- Obtain Ordered blood, Urine and fecal specimens
- Administer over-the-counter and prescription medications as ordered
- Collaborate with the nursing team to create a Plan of Care for all patients
- Direct and guide ancillary personnel and maintain standards of professional nursing
- COVID-19 VACCINE National Guard SITES Travel Contracts
Education
Vocational Nursing Diploma - Vocational/Practical Nursing
E&K Vocational Nursing
Dallas, TX08.1996
Skills
- Excellent Leadership skills
- Excellent communicator
- Concise Communication
- Patient education
- Emergency Response Team
- Research Nursing
- Patient confidentiality
- Critical thinking
- Excellent Collaborator
- MDS Coordinator
- Kinnser charting
- Axxess chart System
- Point Click Care
- My Chart
- MS Power Point
- MS Word
- MS Excell
- Strict OSHA Adherence to Guidelines and Standard
- Pediatric care
- Patient observation
- Infection control
- Vital signs monitoring
- Catheter care
- Elderly care
- Tracheostomy care
- Feeding tube assistance
- Nursing care planning
- Bedside manner
- IV therapy
- Oxygen therapy
- Charting and documentation
- Immunization administration
- Direct patient care
- HIPAA compliance
- Breathing treatments
- ADL assistance
- Medication dispensing
- Pain management
- End-of-life care
Timeline
LVN/LPN Skilled Units Charge Nurse
Renaissance Care Center
05.2024 - 10.2024
LVN/LPN
Loyal Source
09.2021 - 01.2022
Charge Nurse
Jedy Network
06.2021 - 11.2022
Home Health LVN
Premier Healthcare
12.2016 - 05.2024
LPN: Per Diem
Hunter Healthcare
12.2016 - 01.2022
LVN: Per Diem
Supplemental Healthcare
12.2009 - 03.2010
LVN/L{N
Favorite Staffing
02.2001 - 01.2010
Vocational Nursing Diploma - Vocational/Practical Nursing
E&K Vocational Nursing
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