Lucretia Harrell
Franklin,North Carolina
Summary
Dynamic Licensed Practical Nurse with clinical experience as a new registered nurse (RN) graduate. I have extensive experience at Maxim Healthcare, excelling in medication administration and vital signs monitoring. Proven ability to enhance patient outcomes through effective communication and compassionate care. Recognized for improving patient satisfaction scores by helping to deliver tailored nursing interventions and by maintaining strict HIPAA compliance in diverse clinical settings.
Overview
10
10
years of professional experience
Work History
Licensed Practical Nurse
Maxim Healthcare
12.2023 - Current
- Improved patient outcomes by administering medications, monitoring vital signs, and documenting relevant information.
- Cared for wounds, provided treatments, and assisted with procedures.
- Collaborated with interdisciplinary healthcare teams to ensure continuous quality improvement in patient care delivery.
- Managed patient care through closely monitoring respiration, blood pressure, and blood glucose levels.
- Documented accurate and complete patient information to address patient problems and expected outcomes.
- Facilitated efficient communication between patients, families, and healthcare providers to promote continuity of care across settings.
Licensed Practical Nurse
Bayada Home Health
12.2023 - 12.2024
- Managed time-sensitive tasks effectively under pressure while maintaining composure during critical situations or emergencies.
- Obtained patient vital signs and input/output measurements from inpatients.
- Performed routine evaluations of each patient's status, needs, and preferences.
- Educated patients and families on health promotion, disease prevention, and self-care management strategies.
Licensed Practical Nurse
Global Diagnostic Services
11.2021 - 05.2022
- Assisted with admissions, appointments, transfers, and discharges.
- Demonstrated excellent technical skills in wound dressing changes, IV therapy administration, catheter insertion, and other routine nursing procedures.
- Administered controlled narcotics, inserted IVs, and performed catheterizations.
- Provided compassionate palliative care for terminally ill patients while supporting their emotional needs during end-of-life stages.
- Collaborated with interdisciplinary team of healthcare and social service providers to address patients' needs through effective intervention and care planning.
Licensed Practical Nurse
Village Springs Health and Rehabilitation
03.2015 - 07.2021
- Mentored new nursing staff to enhance professional development opportunities within the team dynamic.
- Evaluated patients to identify and address wounds, behavioral concerns, and medically relevant symptoms.
- Gathered lab specimens, ordered testing, and interpreted results to diagnose patients.
- Maintained a safe and therapeutic environment for patients through effective risk assessment and crisis intervention strategies.
- Used aseptic techniques to provide sterilized wound care and dressing applications.
- Assisted with feeding and monitored intake to help patients achieve nutritional objectives.
Licensed Practical Nurse
Sommerset at Canyon
06.2019 - 06.2021
- Monitored, tracked, and conveyed important patient information to healthcare staff to help optimize treatment planning and care delivery.
- Adapted quickly to changing patient needs, adjusting care plans accordingly to ensure optimal outcomes in diverse clinical scenarios.
- Increased patient satisfaction scores by consistently delivering high-quality nursing care tailored to individual needs and preferences.
- Minimized staff and patient infection risk by cleaning and disinfecting equipment instruments.
Education
Associate of Science - Nursing Science
Southwestern Community College
Sylva, NC05-2025
Practical Nursing (PN) - Practical Nursing
National Park Community College
Hot Springs, AR06-2012
High School Diploma -
J.A. Fair High School
Little Rock, AR06-2007
Skills
- Medication administration
- Direct patient care
- Vital signs monitoring
- HIPAA compliance
Portfolio
Registered Nurse
Licensed Practical Nurse
Timeline
Licensed Practical Nurse
Maxim Healthcare
12.2023 - Current
Licensed Practical Nurse
Bayada Home Health
12.2023 - 12.2024
Licensed Practical Nurse
Global Diagnostic Services
11.2021 - 05.2022
Licensed Practical Nurse
Sommerset at Canyon
06.2019 - 06.2021
Licensed Practical Nurse
Village Springs Health and Rehabilitation
03.2015 - 07.2021
Associate of Science - Nursing Science
Southwestern Community College
Practical Nursing (PN) - Practical Nursing
National Park Community College
High School Diploma -
J.A. Fair High School
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