Leshon Tuggle
Okmulgee,OK
Summary
A patient-focused and forward-thinking Registered Nurse with extensive experience in clinical, long-term care, and public school settings. Known for being dedicated, supportive, and highly motivated. A dependable mentor with strong multitasking abilities, capable of working independently or as part of a team, always aiming to enhance the lives of individuals in the healthcare environment. Passionate about service and eager to explore new opportunities in the healthcare industry.
Overview
14
14
years of professional experience
Work History
Public Health School Nurse
Okmulgee Public Schools
Okmulgee, Oklahoma
11.2023 - Current
- Provided health education and counseling to students, parents, faculty, and staff.
- Conducted health screenings for vision, hearing, scoliosis, and blood pressure.
- Collaborated with school personnel to ensure compliance with state regulations on immunizations.
- Managed a caseload of students requiring medical interventions such as medications or treatments during the school day.
- Supervised unlicensed assistive personnel in providing specialized nursing care to students.
- Communicated with students about feelings, need for assistance or social and emotional support.
Infection Control Nurse
Okmulgee Terrace
Okmulgee, OK
01.2020 - 11.2023
- Collaborated with interdisciplinary teams to control specific disease entities and support quality initiatives.
- Consulted with local and state health departments to report infectious cases.
- Recognized areas for improved performance to protect employees, patients and visitors from infectious and communicable conditions.
- Delivered care and treatment reflective of appropriate infection control techniques and universal precautions.
- Stocked clinical workstations and procedure rooms with necessary supplies.
- Conducted specified laboratory tests to help detect conditions and determine diagnosis.
Pediatric Nurse
Muscogee (Creek) Nation
Okmulgee, OK
03.2017 - 10.2020
- Administered medications and therapies as prescribed by physicians.
- Educated patients, caregivers and families on diagnoses, disease management, wound management and equipment management.
- Performed basic physical assessments of newborns and infants.
- Helped pediatric patients understand and feel at ease with vaccines, tests and minor procedures.
- Delivered information regarding care and medications to patients and caregivers in comprehendible terminology.
- Conducted specified laboratory tests to help detect conditions and determine diagnosis.
- Stocked clinical workstations and procedure rooms with necessary supplies.
- Prepared medical equipment and tools to aid physician during examination and treatment of patients.
Charge Nurse and Director of Nursing
Okmulgee Terrace
Okmulgee, OK
03.2011 - 03.2017
- Coordinated communication between physicians and other healthcare professionals regarding patient care.
- Conducted daily rounds to assess patient conditions, evaluate progress towards goals, and document changes in status or plan of care as needed.
- Performed health education activities with patients to promote understanding of medical condition and self-care skills.
- Assisted with admission and discharge planning for assigned patients.
- Served as a preceptor for new nurses by providing orientation to unit policies and procedures, coaching on clinical skills, and mentoring on professional development issues.
- Maintained accurate records of all treatment interventions provided to each patient.
- Collaborated with other departments such as pharmacy, laboratory services, physical therapy, to ensure proper delivery of services.
- Implemented safety protocols when administering medications or performing treatments.
- Delegated tasks appropriately among staff members according to their qualifications.
Education
Bachelor of Science - LPN To BSN
Southwestern Oklahoma State University
Weatherford, OK07.2023
Licensed Practical Nursing
Green Country Technology Center
Okmulgee, OK12.2010
Associate of Science -
Oklahoma State University Institute of Technology - Okmulgee
Okmulgee, OK08.2005
Skills
- Blood Draw and Sample Collection
- Monitoring Vital Signs
- Clear Patient Communication
- Nursing Consultation
- Equipment Sterilization
- Compassionate and Caring
- Accurate Documentation
- Patient Condition Monitoring
- Preventive Healthcare
- Medical Recordkeeping
- Medical Supply Management
- Critical Thinking
- Immunizations and Vaccinations
- Decision Making
- Attention to Detail
- Test Interpretations
- Direct Patient Care
- Microsoft Office
- Infection Control Procedures
- First Aid
- Infection Control
- Treatment Recommendations
- Diagnostic Test Ordering
Community Activities
- Participated with the town of Boley Oklahoma rendering first aid during motorcycle races.
- Worked the first aid tent during the Creek Nation Festival
- Okmulgee Main Street Volunteer
- Volunteer for Oklahoma Special Olympics
- Okmulgee Pecan Festival Logistics Volunteer
- Co-Founder of Feed the Bulldogs Athletic Program
- Okmulgee County Tournament Volunteer
Professional Organizations
- Not Applicable
Timeline
Public Health School Nurse
Okmulgee Public Schools
11.2023 - Current
Infection Control Nurse
Okmulgee Terrace
01.2020 - 11.2023
Pediatric Nurse
Muscogee (Creek) Nation
03.2017 - 10.2020
Charge Nurse and Director of Nursing
Okmulgee Terrace
03.2011 - 03.2017
Bachelor of Science - LPN To BSN
Southwestern Oklahoma State University
Licensed Practical Nursing
Green Country Technology Center
Associate of Science -
Oklahoma State University Institute of Technology - Okmulgee
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