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Lyric Brooks

Brenham

Summary

To obtain a Medical Surgical Nurse position with Baylor Scott and White Hospital that will allow for career advancement by utilizing medical knowledge and personal assistance skills for the overall benefit of the organization.

Overview

9
9
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification

Work History

LVN

24 Hour Nurse, LLC
05.2022 - Current
  • Enhanced patient care by providing compassionate and individualized attention, leading to improved health outcomes.
  • Administered medications accurately and in a timely manner, ensuring proper treatment for various conditions.
  • Monitored vital signs and assessed patients regularly, swiftly identifying any changes in condition and addressing concerns promptly.

LVN

Focused Care at Brenham
07.2018 - 06.2023
  • Enhanced patient care by providing compassionate and individualized attention, leading to improved health outcomes.
  • Administered medications accurately and in a timely manner, ensuring proper treatment for various conditions.
  • Monitored vital signs and assessed patients regularly, swiftly identifying any changes in condition and addressing concerns promptly.
  • Provided high-quality wound care, reducing the risk of infection and promoting timely healing.

LVN Wound Care Nurse

Burleson St. Joseph Manor
04.2021 - 06.2022
  • Reduced wound infection rates through strict adherence to aseptic protocols and proper wound dressing procedures.
  • Evaluated patients'' wounds and recommended appropriate treatments, expediting the healing process.
  • Educated patients and caregivers on proper at-home wound care, promoting self-management and reducing complications.
  • Conducted regular assessments of patients'' wounds to monitor progress and adjust treatment plans accordingly.
  • Assisted physicians in performing complex debridement procedures, ensuring optimal patient safety and comfort during the process.
  • Maintained up-to-date knowledge of advancements in wound care research, incorporating new findings into practice for better results.
  • Instructed patients and caregivers on how to clean and dress wounds and how to prevent infections.
  • Implemented plans to prevent pressure ulcers and other wound developments.
  • Treated and carefully tended to vascular and diabetic ulcers.
  • Assessed and treated draining of wounds and burns.

LVN

Shiftkey, LLC
09.2020 - 02.2022
  • Enhanced patient care by providing compassionate and individualized attention, leading to improved health outcomes.
  • Administered medications accurately and in a timely manner, ensuring proper treatment for various conditions.
  • Monitored vital signs and assessed patients regularly, swiftly identifying any changes in condition and addressing concerns promptly.


LVN Pediatric Home Health Nurse

Aveanna Healthcare
08.2019 - 10.2019
  • Improved patient outcomes by providing comprehensive pediatric health care services in a home setting.
  • Enhanced family satisfaction with personalized, compassionate nursing care for pediatric patients.
  • Administered prescribed medications and treatments to maintain optimal patient health and recovery.
  • Provided skilled nursing interventions, closely monitoring patients'' vital signs and promptly addressing any concerns or changes in condition.
  • Promoted patient safety by diligently adhering to infection control protocols and maintaining a clean, organized treatment space.
  • Documented clinical findings accurately and thoroughly in electronic medical records, ensuring seamless information exchange among healthcare providers.
  • Developed strong rapport with patients and their families through effective listening skills combined with consistent followup.
  • Documented patient vitals, behaviors and conditions to communicate concerns to supervising nurse.

LVN

Kruse Village
03.2019 - 08.2019
  • Enhanced patient care by providing compassionate and individualized attention, leading to improved health outcomes.
  • Administered medications accurately and in a timely manner, ensuring proper treatment for various conditions.
  • Monitored vital signs and assessed patients regularly, swiftly identifying any changes in condition and addressing concerns promptly.
  • Provided high-quality wound care, reducing the risk of infection and promoting timely healing.

CNA

Baylor Scott & White Hospital
12.2015 - 06.2018
  • Enhanced patient satisfaction by providing compassionate and attentive care.
  • Assisted patients with daily living activities, promoting independence and dignity.
  • Ensured prompt response to call lights, addressing patient needs in a timely manner.
  • Prevented bedsores by regularly repositioning patients and implementing proper wound care techniques.
  • Promoted infection control practices within the facility by adhering to strict hand hygiene procedures and utilizing personal protective equipment when necessary.
  • Assisted in emergency situations under the direction of nursing supervisors or physicians, providing crucial support during life-saving interventions.

CNA

HIGH HOPE CARE CENTER OF BRENHAM
06.2015 - 08.2016
  • Enhanced patient satisfaction by providing compassionate and attentive care.
  • Assisted patients with daily living activities, promoting independence and dignity.
  • Ensured prompt response to call lights, addressing patient needs in a timely manner.
  • Prevented bedsores by regularly repositioning patients and implementing proper wound care techniques.

Education

Associate of Applied Science - Nursing

Blinn College
902 College Ave, Brenham, TX 77833
05.2024

VOCATIONAL - Nursing

BLINN COLLEGE
902 College Ave, Brenham, TX 77833
06.2018

High School Diploma -

BRENHAM HIGH SCHOOL
525 A H Ehrig Dr, Brenham, TX 77833
06.2015

Skills

  • ACLS
  • Catheter Care
  • Colostomy Care
  • Diabetes Management
  • Wound Care
  • EMR / EHR
  • Compassionate Care
  • Pediatric Care
  • Tracheostomy Care
  • Vital Signs Monitoring
  • Time Management
  • Medication Administration
  • Feeding Tube Assistance
  • Infection Control
  • Oxygen Therapy

Certification

  • LVN/LPN
  • CPR Certification
  • IV Certification

Timeline

LVN

24 Hour Nurse, LLC
05.2022 - Current

LVN Wound Care Nurse

Burleson St. Joseph Manor
04.2021 - 06.2022

LVN

Shiftkey, LLC
09.2020 - 02.2022

LVN Pediatric Home Health Nurse

Aveanna Healthcare
08.2019 - 10.2019

LVN

Kruse Village
03.2019 - 08.2019

LVN

Focused Care at Brenham
07.2018 - 06.2023

CNA

Baylor Scott & White Hospital
12.2015 - 06.2018

CNA

HIGH HOPE CARE CENTER OF BRENHAM
06.2015 - 08.2016

Associate of Applied Science - Nursing

Blinn College

VOCATIONAL - Nursing

BLINN COLLEGE

High School Diploma -

BRENHAM HIGH SCHOOL
Lyric Brooks