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LaVon Hackworth

Heartland

Summary

Newly licensed RN with over 21 years experience as an LVN. I have a solid foundation in patient care, medication administration, and vital signs monitoring. Proven ability to support healthcare teams and contribute to high-quality patient outcomes. Demonstrated compassionate patient interaction and effective communication skills.

Overview

7
7
years of professional experience

Work History

LVN

CareNow Urgent Care
01.2024 - Current


  • Administered medications accurately and in a timely manner, ensuring proper treatment for various conditions.
  • 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.

LVN

Azure Kids Home Health
04.2022 - 05.2024
  • Pediatric care in school setting; Medication administration and feedings through mickey button; J-tube assessment and maintenance; Patient assessment; Receiving telephone orders; Patient and family teaching.


LVN Charge Nurse

Highland Meadows Health and Rehab
01.2022 - 04.2022
  • Documented patient vitals, behaviors, and conditions to communicate concerns to supervising nurse.
  • Oversaw patient conditions, administered medicine, performed interventions and took detailed records.
  • Promoted continuity of care by maintaining comprehensive medical records and updating physicians on significant changes in patients'' conditions.
  • Worked with multidisciplinary team to carry out successful treatment plans for diverse acute and chronic conditions.

LVN Infusion Nurse

North Texas Institute of Neurology and Headache
10.2020 - 01.2022


  • Performed MS/Rheumatology IV therapy treatments safely and accurately, administering fluids and medications as ordered by physicians.
  • Managed patient care through closely monitoring respiration, blood pressure, IV placement, Mediport access, PICC line management
  • Demonstrated strong clinical judgment by assessing symptoms quickly and prioritizing appropriate interventions accordingly.

LVN

Parkland Hospital
11.2018 - 10.2020


  • Managed patient care through closely monitoring respiration, blood pressure, and blood glucose levels.
  • Administered immunizations, vision and hearing tests.
  • Gathered lab specimens, ordered testing, and interpreted results to diagnose patients.

PreOp Nurse

Mercy Ambulatory Surgery Center
04.2018 - 10.2018


  • Collaborated with multidisciplinary teams to optimize patient outcomes during the pre-surgical phase.
  • Performed IV placement and administered medications and venipunctures prior to procedures while monitoring reactions, side effects and adverse effects.
  • Enhanced patient safety by conducting thorough pre-operative assessments and identifying potential risks.

Education

Associate Degree - Nursing

Trinity Valley Community College
Terrell, TX
05.2025

Vocational nursing certificate - Vocational Nursing

Tyler Junior College
Tyler
05.2003

EMT Basic certificate -

Tyler Junior College
Tyler, TX
05.2001

General Education -

Chaffey High School
Ontario, CA
06.1994

Skills

  • Patient Assessment
  • Care Plan Implementation
  • Medication Administration (po/enteral)
  • IV/Central Line Certification (Pediatric/Adult)
  • Trach/Vent (Pediatric/Adult)
  • Wound Care
  • ACLS/BCLS Certified
  • Diabetes management
  • Clinical documentation
  • Infection control
  • Pediatric care
  • Feeding tube assistance
  • IV therapy
  • Oxygen therapy

Timeline

LVN

CareNow Urgent Care
01.2024 - Current

LVN

Azure Kids Home Health
04.2022 - 05.2024

LVN Charge Nurse

Highland Meadows Health and Rehab
01.2022 - 04.2022

LVN Infusion Nurse

North Texas Institute of Neurology and Headache
10.2020 - 01.2022

LVN

Parkland Hospital
11.2018 - 10.2020

PreOp Nurse

Mercy Ambulatory Surgery Center
04.2018 - 10.2018

Associate Degree - Nursing

Trinity Valley Community College

Vocational nursing certificate - Vocational Nursing

Tyler Junior College

EMT Basic certificate -

Tyler Junior College

General Education -

Chaffey High School

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