Linda Small
Pensacola,FL
Summary
Compassionate Nurse skilled in patient assessment, medication administration, and staff mentoring. Experienced in managing patient care from admission to discharge while ensuring documentation accuracy and adherence to safety protocols, fostering high standards of care and patient satisfaction.
Overview
11
11
years of professional experience
Work History
Charge Nurse
Bolingreen Health and Rehab Skilled Care
03.2024 - Current
- Supervised nursing staff and coordinated daily patient care activities to ensure high-quality care delivery.
- Monitored patient conditions and documented changes in health status.
- Collaborated with physicians to develop and implement care plans.
- Performed daily rounds to evaluate patient conditions, monitor progress towards goals, and document changes in status or plan of care.
- Provided direct patient care through thorough assessments and targeted treatments for diverse patient populations.
- Responded quickly to emergent situations such as cardiac arrest or respiratory distress.
- Oversaw medication administration, monitored patient responses, and documented outcomes to maintain safety and compliance.
- Administered medications via oral, IV, and intramuscular routes in compliance with protocols.
- Coordinated and performed patient admissions, transfers and discharges.
- 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.
- Provided emotional support for families facing difficult decisions regarding end-of-life care.
- Ensured that all documentation was completed accurately according to established policies and procedures.
Charge Nurse
ShiftKey Staffing Agency
06.2021 - Current
- Administered medications orally, via IV, and intramuscularly, monitoring patient responses to ensure effective treatment.
- Monitored patients' conditions, reporting changes in physical presentation, appearance, and behavior to inform treatment discussions with physicians.
- Updated patient charts with medication data to maintain current records and facilitate accurate treatment decisions.
- Managed elements of patient care from admission to discharge or transfer to other units.
- Various Locations
Charge Nurse
OPA Staffing Agency
06.2021 - Current
- Managed elements of patient care from admission to discharge or transfer to other units.
- Administered medications via oral, IV, and intramuscular injections, monitoring patient responses to ensure effective treatment.
- Monitored patients' conditions, reporting changes in physical presentation and behavior to inform treatment discussions with physicians.
- Updated patient charts with medication data, maintaining current records to support accurate treatment decisions.
- Various Locations
Staff Nurse
Family Dentistry
Marianna, USA
08.2019 - Current
- Administered medications and IVs to patients in clinical settings.
- Administered medications via oral, IV and intramuscular injections and monitored responses.
- Monitored patients' conditions, reported changes in physical presentation and behavior, facilitating informed treatment discussions with the dentist.
- Gathered and documented patient health data through interviews and observations in electronic records, ensuring accurate patient information for care.
- Updated patient charts with data such as medications to keep records current and support accurate treatments.
- Assisted dentist in minor surgeries by sterilizing instruments and managing inventory, supporting efficient surgical procedures.
- Marianna, FL
Charge Nurse
Fountain Blue Rehab
Macon, USA
10.2020 - 04.2021
- Coordinated nursing care on unit through staff assignments, assisting and rounding with physicians, monitoring patient orders, and enhancing communication with ancillary departments to ensure comprehensive patient care.
- Administered medications and treatments to patients based on physician orders, ensuring accurate narcotic count at the end of each shift.
- Monitored nursing care, patient assessment processes and treatment implementations.
- Documented patient information in electronic medical record, relaying critical information to clinicians and care providers to ensure seamless continuity of care.
- Supervised and managed daily scheduling and task assignments to optimize staff workflow and maintain operational efficiency.
- Macon, GA
Charge Nurse
Elmcroft Senior Memory Care
Tallahassee, USA
06.2020 - 08.2020
- Coordinated nursing care on a unit through staff assignments, assisted with physician rounds, monitored patient orders, and communicated with ancillary departments to ensure optimal patient outcomes.
- Monitored nursing care, patient assessments, and treatment implementations to uphold quality standards and improve patient safety.
- Administered different therapies and medications in line with physician orders and treatment plan.
- Administered medications to patients and monitored response to medications.
- Documented information in patients' electronic medical record, relaying information to clinicians and care providers to facilitate continuity of care.
- Managed daily scheduling and tasking to streamline unit operations and enhance nursing efficiency.
- Worked in Tallahassee, FL to support patient care initiatives.
Correctional Nurse
Naphcare
Las Vegas, USA
05.2019 - 08.2019
- Complied with all security regulations within prison system and administered care in safest possible environment.
- Assessed and managed health issues of inmates to promote well-being in close quarters.
- Stabilized prisoners suffering from falls, stab wounds or other injuries prior to hospital transfer.
- Performed mental health evaluations and coordinated referrals to therapists for comprehensive care.
- Administered medications to inmates and tracked responses to ensure effective treatment.
- Las Vegas, NV
Correctional Nurse
Wellpath
Augusta, USA
08.2018 - 11.2018
- Complied with all security regulations within prison system and administered care in safest possible environment.
- Delivered medical care for diverse illnesses among inmates in confined spaces, ensuring health and safety.
- Stabilized prisoners with falls, stab wounds, or other injuries before facilitating hospital transfers, enhancing patient outcomes.
- Administered medications to inmates while closely monitoring responses, ensuring effective treatment management.
- Performed mental health evaluations and recommended patients to therapists.
- Augusta, GA
Charge Nurse
Pavilion Health & Rehab Penney Farms Retirement
Penney Farms, USA
02.2015 - 10.2018
- Coordinated nursing care on unit by assigning staff, assisting and rounding with physicians, monitoring patient orders, and communicating with ancillary departments to enhance patient outcomes.
- Monitored nursing care, patient assessment processes and treatment implementations.
- Documented patient information in electronic medical records and relayed critical updates to clinicians and care providers to ensure continuity of care.
- Documented medications administered, treatments and patient procedures performed in appropriate records according to privacy requirements.
- Provided wound care to ensure proper healing and minimize infection risk.
- Instructed family members and caregivers on patient care techniques.
- Advocated for and strived to protect health, safety and rights of patient.
- Managed daily scheduling and task administration to ensure efficient operations and optimal staff utilization.
- Penney Farms, FL
Education
Diploma - Practical Nursing
Kaplan College
Las Vegas, NV11-2014
Skills
- Patient assessment capabilities
- Monitoring patient conditions
- Sample collection expertise
- Triage coordination
- Infection control
- Nursing standards compliance
- Documentation accuracy
- Chart documentation
- Vital statistics documentation
- Intake management
- Knowledge of medication side effects
- Procedure preparation skills
- Staff supervision
- Mentoring and coaching
- Effective patient communication
- Nutrition planning
- Compassionate and patient
Personal Information
Title: Licensed Practical Nurse
Timeline
Charge Nurse
Bolingreen Health and Rehab Skilled Care
03.2024 - Current
Charge Nurse
ShiftKey Staffing Agency
06.2021 - Current
Charge Nurse
OPA Staffing Agency
06.2021 - Current
Charge Nurse
Fountain Blue Rehab
10.2020 - 04.2021
Charge Nurse
Elmcroft Senior Memory Care
06.2020 - 08.2020
Staff Nurse
Family Dentistry
08.2019 - Current
Correctional Nurse
Naphcare
05.2019 - 08.2019
Correctional Nurse
Wellpath
08.2018 - 11.2018
Charge Nurse
Pavilion Health & Rehab Penney Farms Retirement
02.2015 - 10.2018
Diploma - Practical Nursing
Kaplan College