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Maria Dye

Maria Dye

Jacksonville,NC

Summary

Compassionate LPN with experience at Bayada Home Health-Pediatrics, skilled in medication administration and direct patient care. Proven ability to enhance patient outcomes through effective communication and culturally competent care. Adept at adapting to diverse clinical scenarios, ensuring optimal health results while fostering a supportive environment for patients and families. Willing to learn and take direction from more experienced Nurses!

Overview

10
10
years of professional experience

Work History

LPN

Bayada Home Health-Pediatrics
06.2025 - Current
  • Improved patient outcomes by administering medications, monitoring vital signs, and documenting relevant information.
  • Adapted quickly to changing patient needs, adjusting care plans accordingly to ensure optimal outcomes in diverse clinical scenarios.
  • Comforted and counseled patients and families throughout care process.
  • Delivered culturally competent care that respected diverse patient populations'' unique values, beliefs, and traditions.
  • Educated patients and caregivers on medical diagnoses, treatment options, chronic disease self-management and wound management.
  • Administered medications to ensure adherence to treatment plans, improving health outcomes.

ED Technician

Novant Health, Pender Memorial
09.2024 - 02.2025
  • Checked patient vitals such as temperature, blood pressure, and blood sugar levels.
  • Maintained confidentiality of patient information according to HIPAA guidelines while communicating effectively with team members about critical updates.
  • Provided emotional support for patients during challenging times, fostering a positive healing environment.
  • Implemented fall prevention measures by identifying high-risk patients and maintaining clutter-free environments around bedsides.

OB Care Tech

Onslow Memorial Hospital
06.2022 - 10.2023
  • Demonstrated respect, friendliness and willingness to help wherever needed.
  • Monitored vital signs and blood glucose levels for mothers and infants.
  • Performed insertion and removal of Foley catheters.
  • Recorded infant weight and maintained input/output logs nightly.
  • Guided mothers through effective breastfeeding techniques.
  • Conducted hearing assessments for newborns and performed additional diagnostic tests.

CNA

The Davis Community
06.2019 - 06.2020
  • Assisted patients with daily living activities, promoting independence and dignity.
  • Promoted good oral and personal hygiene by aiding patients with shaving, bathing, and teeth brushing.
  • Enhanced patient satisfaction by providing compassionate and attentive care.
  • Answered call lights and supported patient comfort and safety by adjusting bed rails and equipment.

CNA

Cornerstone Nursing and Rehab Center
06.2015 - 03.2017
  • Utilized proper body mechanics and assistance devices when transferring patients, minimizing the risk of injury for both parties.
  • Ensured prompt response to call lights, addressing patient needs in a timely manner.
  • Assisted with feeding and monitored intake to help patients achieve nutritional objectives.
  • Prevented bedsores by regularly repositioning patients and implementing proper wound care techniques.

Education

Licensed Practical Nurse - Nursing

Coastal Carolina Community College
Jacksonville, NC
05.2025

Skills

  • Medication administration
  • Direct patient care
  • Pediatric care
  • Emergency response

Languages

Spanish
Native or Bilingual

Timeline

LPN

Bayada Home Health-Pediatrics
06.2025 - Current

ED Technician

Novant Health, Pender Memorial
09.2024 - 02.2025

OB Care Tech

Onslow Memorial Hospital
06.2022 - 10.2023

CNA

The Davis Community
06.2019 - 06.2020

CNA

Cornerstone Nursing and Rehab Center
06.2015 - 03.2017

Licensed Practical Nurse - Nursing

Coastal Carolina Community College