Lauren White
Lafayette,Louisiana
Summary
Registered nurse with strong motivation and commitment to professional development. Pursuing family nurse practitioner degree, expected graduation in August 2026. Demonstrated ability to provide high-quality patient care and collaborate effectively with diverse healthcare teams.
Overview
8
8
years of professional experience
Work History
Registered Nurse
Drip IV Therapies
Lafayette, Louisiana
12.2023 - Current
- Administered intravenous therapies to patients with various medical conditions.
- Monitored patient reactions and vital signs during infusion procedures.
- Collaborated with healthcare team to develop individualized treatment plans.
- Educated patients and families about infusion processes and care instructions.
- Maintained accurate documentation of patient records and treatment protocols.
- Ensured compliance with safety protocols and infection control measures.
- Assisted in training new nurses on infusion techniques and equipment usage.
- Managed inventory of supplies necessary for infusion therapy operations.
- Collaborated with interdisciplinary team members to ensure optimal patient outcomes.
- Conducted regular assessments on patients receiving infusions to ensure safety standards were met.
- Contributed expertise in developing protocols related to safe delivery of infusion therapy services.
- Documented data such as types of solution used, amount administered, rate of administration, duration of treatment, and other relevant information into electronic medical record systems.
Registered Nurse, Emergency Department
Ochsner Abrom Kaplan Memorial Hospital
Kaplan, LA
01.2023 - 07.2024
- Cared for various emergencies in the ED such as acute STEMI, CVA, gunshot wounds, respiratory arrest, etc.
- Assessed patient needs, prioritized treatment, maintained patient flows and assisted physicians with non-invasive procedures.
- Administered medications and treatments, monitoring patients for reactions and side effects.
- 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.
- Acted as patient advocate and implemented total patient care through team nursing process.
- Created, implemented and evaluated patient care plans with medical team.
- Conducted intake assessments with patients and relatives to gather case history.
Nurse Technician
Our Lady Of Lourdes
Lafayette, LA
06.2022 - 08.2022
- Took patients' blood pressure, temperature and pulse and documented height and weight.
- Engaged with patient family and friends to provide courteous visit experience.
- Documented information in patient charts and communicated status updates to interdisciplinary care team.
- Looked for physical, emotional and symptomatic changes in patient condition and obtained necessary care for medical concerns.
- Promoted patient satisfaction by assisting with bathing, dressing and exercising.
- Assisted patients during ambulation and moved from one place to another by pushing wheelchairs.
- Turned or re-positioned bedridden patients to promote blood flow and prevent bedsores.
- Used mobility devices to transport patients.
- Provided support with bathing, toileting, grooming and washing.
- Protected and promoted patient rights and assisted individuals to achieve maximum independence.
- Completed daily patient charting on computer with EPIC charting software.
- Collected biological specimens and packaged for laboratory transport to complete diagnostic tests.
Nurse Extern
Ochsner Abrom Kaplan Memorial Hospital
Kaplan, LA
06.2022 - 07.2022
- Took patients' blood pressure, temperature and pulse and documented height and weight.
- Engaged with patient family and friends to provide courteous visit experience.
- Looked for physical, emotional and symptomatic changes in patient condition and obtained necessary care for medical concerns.
- Promoted patient satisfaction by assisting with bathing and dressing.
- Protected and promoted patient rights and assisted individuals to achieve maximum independence.
- Collected blood and other laboratory specimens and prepared for lab testing.
- Monitored telemetry and vital signs for 9-bed unit to document patients' vitals and heart rhythms.
- Assisted patients during ambulation and moved from one place to another by pushing wheelchairs.
- Turned or re-positioned bedridden patients to promote blood flow and prevent bedsores.
- Used mobility devices to transport patients.
- Provided support with bathing, toileting, grooming and washing.
- Became proficient in patient care while learning from other nurses
- Performed physical assessments in alignment with individual treatment plans.
- Responded to emergency situations with speed, expertise and level-headed approaches to provide optimal care, support and life-saving interventions.
- Helped patients and families feel comfortable during challenging and stressful situations, promoting recovery and reducing compliance issues.
- Assessed patient conditions, monitored behaviors and updated supervising physicians with observations and concerns.
- Maintained strict patient data procedures to comply with HIPAA laws and prevent information breaches.
- Stocked clinical workstations and procedure rooms with necessary supplies.
Patient Care Technician
Acadian Medical Center
Eunice, LA
01.2022 - 05.2022
- Obtained patient vital signs and reported results to staff nurse or physician to identify changes from prior measurements.
- Looked for physical, emotional and symptomatic changes in patient condition and obtained necessary care for medical concerns.
- Promoted patient satisfaction by assisting with bathing, dressing and exercising.
- Restocked unit frequently with necessary medical supplies.
- Transported patients to other areas of hospital in wheelchairs and gurneys for tests, treatments and therapies.
- Kept instruments and equipment clean and sanitized.
- Assisted with patient admissions, discharges and transfers.
- Performed minor housekeeping tasks to keep patient areas clean and sanitized.
- Collected biological specimens and packaged for laboratory transport to complete diagnostic tests.
- Identified and reported observations and clinical symptoms to appropriate healthcare professionals, driving timely intervention.
- Responded to bell or light signal calls to assist patients with needs.
- Notified senior staff of patient emergencies to optimize outcomes.
- Delivered outstanding patient care based on physical, psychological, educational and related criteria.
Dental Assistant
Dr. Greg Robertson
Alexandria, LA
07.2017 - 07.2021
- Sanitized equipment, cleaned treatment rooms and restocked supplies after each patient's treatment to maintain cleanliness and prepare for next patient.
- Gathered and reviewed patient records, data and health history to share with dentists for quick and accurate patient assessments, diagnoses and treatment.
- Created dental x-rays using traditional and digital methods to help dentists detect tooth decay, cavities and other issues needing to be treated.
- Took bitewing, periapical, panoramic and occlusal X-rays and prepared for dentists to review.
- Laid out dental instruments and equipment before procedures.
- Educated patients on treatment procedures and post-procedure home care.
- Took preliminary impressions of patient teeth to prepare for custom impressions and fabrication of permanent dental work.
- Built loyal patient following and retained return patients by providing empathetic and caring service.
Education
Master of Science - Family Nurse Practitioner
Maryville University of Saint Louis
St. Louis, MO08-2026
Bachelor of Science - Nursing
McNeese State University
Lake Charles, LA12.2022
High School Diploma -
Alexandria Senior High School
Alexandria, LA05.2018
Skills
- Writing and verbal skills
- Infection control
- Office management
- BLS and ACLS certified
- Adaptability to work environments
- Willingness to learn
- Intravenous therapy
- Peripheral IV insertion
- Emergency response
Timeline
Registered Nurse
Drip IV Therapies
12.2023 - Current
Registered Nurse, Emergency Department
Ochsner Abrom Kaplan Memorial Hospital
01.2023 - 07.2024
Nurse Technician
Our Lady Of Lourdes
06.2022 - 08.2022
Nurse Extern
Ochsner Abrom Kaplan Memorial Hospital
06.2022 - 07.2022
Patient Care Technician
Acadian Medical Center
01.2022 - 05.2022
Dental Assistant
Dr. Greg Robertson
07.2017 - 07.2021
Bachelor of Science - Nursing
McNeese State University
High School Diploma -
Alexandria Senior High School
Master of Science - Family Nurse Practitioner
Maryville University of Saint Louis
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