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Lydia Howard

Fredericksburg,VA

Summary

Dedicated and well-qualified RN offering proven skills in patient care, medication administration and treatment implementation. Detail-oriented, responsive, and proficient in routine care and emergency response. Brings multi-year record in field.

Overview

2
2
years of professional experience
3
3
Certification

Work History

Infusion Nurse

Hematology Oncology Associates of Fredericksburg
Fredericksburg, VA
05.2024 - Current
  • Administered chemotherapy and infusion treatments to patients with hematological conditions.
  • Monitored patients' vital signs before, during, and after infusion procedures.
  • Educated patients about treatment protocols and potential side effects.
  • Participated in continuing education programs related to advances in infusion practice standards.
  • Provided emotional support to patients and their families during treatments.
  • Ensured compliance with safety protocols in the infusion suite.
  • Collaborated with interdisciplinary team members to ensure optimal patient outcomes.
  • Managed multiple tasks simultaneously while maintaining attention to detail.
  • Ensured proper infection control practices were followed throughout the entire infusion process.
  • Evaluated patient response to treatments and adjusted medication dosages accordingly.

Aesthetic Registered Nurse

Keep Active Health and Wellness
Fredericksburg, VA
01.2024 - 03.2024
  • Provided patient care, monitoring vital signs and responding to needs.
  • Educated patients on health management and wellness strategies.
  • Assisted in the development of personalized treatment plans for clients.
  • Conducted skin assessments to determine appropriate aesthetic procedures.
  • Collaborated with a multidisciplinary team to enhance patient care quality.
  • Participated in continuing education courses related to advanced aesthetics techniques.
  • Coordinated with physicians to provide comprehensive aesthetic care for patients according to their unique needs.
  • Administered oral, IV and intra-muscular medications and monitored patient reactions.
  • Monitored diet, physical activity, behaviors and other patient factors to assess conditions and adjust treatment plans.

Registered Nurse, Labor and Delivery

Spotsylvania Regional Medical Center
Fredericksburg, VA
08.2023 - 01.2024
  • Monitored maternal and fetal vital signs during labor and delivery.
  • Assisted in delivering newborns and provided immediate care post-delivery.
  • Administered medications and managed pain relief options for laboring patients.
  • Responded promptly to emergencies, ensuring patient safety during labor situations.

Education

Associate of Applied Science - Nursing

Germanna Community College
Locust Dale, VA
05-2023

Skills

  • Chemotherapy infusion
  • Emergency response procedures
  • Emotional support delivery
  • Vital signs monitoring
  • Continuing education participation
  • Infusion therapy techniques
  • Safety protocol compliance
  • Medication dosage evaluation
  • Patient care coordination
  • Peripheral IV insertion
  • Vascular access devices
  • Central line management
  • PICC line maintenance
  • Immunoglobulin infusion
  • Chronic disease management
  • Patient education

Certification

  • American Heart Association Basic Life Support Provider Certification (BLS CERTIFIED)
  • American Heart Association Advanced Cardiac Life Support Certification (ACLS CERTIFIED)
  • AMET BOTOX/DERMAL FILLER Basic Training Certification

Timeline

Infusion Nurse

Hematology Oncology Associates of Fredericksburg
05.2024 - Current

Aesthetic Registered Nurse

Keep Active Health and Wellness
01.2024 - 03.2024

Registered Nurse, Labor and Delivery

Spotsylvania Regional Medical Center
08.2023 - 01.2024

Associate of Applied Science - Nursing

Germanna Community College