Maliyah Alford
Porter
Summary
Focused and driven LVN with 2 years of experience delivering compassionate, efficient care, seeking to advance into a Registered Nurse role to further support patient outcomes and clinical excellence.
Overview
5
5
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Licensed Vocational Nurse
HCA Houston Healthcare Northwest
03.2023 - Current
- Prevented medication errors by meticulously reviewing physician orders and administering medications as prescribed.
- Collaborated with interdisciplinary team of healthcare and social service providers to address patients' needs through effective intervention and care planning.
- Contributed to efficient unit operations by effectively prioritizing tasks, delegating responsibilities when necessary, and managing time wisely.
- Conducted thorough patient assessments to determine appropriate nursing interventions based on individual needs and physician orders.
- Promoted a safe and healing environment by adhering to infection control protocols and maintaining cleanliness standards throughout the facility.
Dental Assistant
Aspen Dental
10.2020 - 02.2023
- Cleaned and sanitized dental tools and equipment, straightened treatment rooms, and restocked supplies to prepare for the next patient and maintain health and safety practices.
- Aided dentists, hygienists, and other personnel by providing them with the necessary tools and supplies for procedures.
- Instructed patients on how to care for their teeth after surgery, including how to protect their dental work and promote healing.
- Created dental impressions, opposing models, and study casts to make crowns, bridges, and other dental prosthetics.
Education
Associate of Science - Registered Nurse
Galen College of Nursing
Houston, TX07-2025
Associate of Applied Science - Vocational Nursing
Houston Community College - Coleman College For Health Sciences
Houston, TX12-2022
Bachelor of Science - Biochemistry
Mississippi State University
Mississippi State, MS12-2019
Skills
- Strategic decision-making
- Patient support
- Strong clinical judgment
- Vital signs monitoring
- Compassionate care
- Nursing documentation
- Preventive care
Certification
- Basic Life Support(BLS), AHA-American Heart Association, expires May 2027
- Advanced Life Support(ALS), AHA-American Heart Association, expires May 2027
- LVN- Licensed Vocational Nurse, TX Body: TBON- Texas Board of Nursing
Timeline
Licensed Vocational Nurse
HCA Houston Healthcare Northwest
03.2023 - Current
Dental Assistant
Aspen Dental
10.2020 - 02.2023
Associate of Science - Registered Nurse
Galen College of Nursing
Associate of Applied Science - Vocational Nursing
Houston Community College - Coleman College For Health Sciences
Bachelor of Science - Biochemistry
Mississippi State University
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